Introduction
YYCache is a high-performance cache library designed for iOS and macOS applications. It provides a simple and efficient way to cache data and improve overall app performance by reducing the time it takes to fetch data from external sources.
Features
- Fast and efficient caching mechanism
- Supports caching of all types of data: objects, strings, images, etc.
- Simple API with easy integration and usage
- Automatic memory management to prevent excessive memory usage
- Thread-safe implementation for multi-threaded environments
- Supports expiration time and disk persistence
- Convenient methods for clearing, removing, and checking cache
Installation
To install YYCache using Cocoapods, simply add the following line to your Podfile:
pod 'YYCache'
If you prefer to use Carthage, include the following line in your Cartfile:
github "ibireme/YYCache"
Getting Started
To start using YYCache in your project, follow these steps:
- Import the YYCache module in your file:
import YYCache
- Create an instance of YYCache:
let cache = YYCache(name: "MyCache")
- Store and retrieve data using the cache:
// Storing data
cache?.setObject(myData, forKey: "myDataKey")
// Retrieving data
if let cachedData = cache?.object(forKey: "myDataKey") as? MyDataType {
// Use the data
}
API
The YYCache API provides various methods to manage and manipulate the cache. Here are some of the key methods:
Storing Objects
Use the following method to store an object in the cache:
func setObject(_ object: NSCoding, forKey key: String)
Retrieving Objects
Use the following method to retrieve an object from the cache:
func object(forKey key: String) -> Any?
Clearing the Cache
Use the following method to clear the cache:
func removeAllObjects()
Use the following method to remove a specific object from the cache:
func removeObject(forKey key: String)
Checking Cache Status
Use the following method to check if an object is present in the cache:
func containsObject(forKey key: String) -> Bool
Conclusion
YYCache is a powerful caching library that can significantly improve the performance of your iOS and macOS applications. Its simple API and efficient caching mechanism make it a must-have tool for data management and optimization.