iOS App for SwahiLib - Kamusi ya Kiswahili: Kiswahili kitukuzwe (Swahili Dictionary)
# SwahiLib - Kamusi ya Kiswahili
SwahiLib is an iOS app that allows users to search and explore **Swahili words, idioms, sayings, and proverbs** — with offline support and synonyms included where available.
Built with **SwiftUI**, **Core Data**, and backed by **Supabase**, the app offers an intuitive and fast experience even without an internet connection.
> 🔗 Android Version Repo: @SiroDaves/SwahiLib-Android
## ✨ Screenshots
## ✨ Features
* 🔍 **Search** for Swahili **words**, **idioms**, **sayings**, and **proverbs**
* 📌 **Tap an item** to view full details
* For words and proverbs, view related **synonyms**
* 📥 **Offline-first** experience powered by **Core Data**
* 💫 **Smooth animations** with **Lottie**
* ⚙️ **Dependency injection** using **Swinject**
## 🧰 Tech Stack
* Supabase — Backend, Auth, and Database
* Lottie — Animation rendering
* Swinject — Dependency Injection
* Core Data — Local persistence for offline use
* SwiftUI — Declarative UI framework
## 🚀 Getting Started
### 1. Clone the Repository
```bash
git clone
github.com
cd SongLib-iOS
```
### 2. Set up Supabase Environment
Create your environment file by copying the example:
```bash
cp .env.example .env
```
Then, fill in the `.env` file with your Supabase credentials (API URL, anon/public key, etc.)
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### 3. Open in Xcode
```bash
open SwahiLib.xcodeproj
```
Or open `SwahiLib.xcworkspace` if you're using CocoaPods or other workspace-based dependency managers.
### 4. Install Dependencies
Ensure you have CocoaPods or use Swift Package Manager. If using CocoaPods:
```bash
pod install
```
Or if using Swift Package Manager, just build the project in Xcode and it will fetch the packages.
### 5. Build and Run
Select the correct simulator or your iOS device in Xcode, then hit:
```
Cmd + R
```
## 💡 Notes
* The app uses Core Data to cache and persist content for offline usage.
* Supabase is used for syncing and querying the latest conten …