Problem Statement
Describe how the Swift ecosystem (including tools, cross-platform support, package manager, etc.) is evolving and why this matters for interview candidates.
Explanation
The Swift ecosystem is evolving rapidly from a purely Apple-platform language to a broader, modern development toolchain. /n/n Tools like the Swift Package Manager are now first-class and support modular dependencies, cross-platform targets (macOS, Linux, Windows), and improved compile-time behaviours. /n/n Cross-platform support means Swift is viable for server-side development, embedded systems and even Windows development. This shifts the language's domain and influences how developers architect solutions. /n/n For interview candidates it matters because employers increasingly look for readiness beyond mobile: understanding how to build modular packages, manage dependencies, handle different platforms, and write code that works in modern ecosystems shows adaptability and forward thinking.
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