The short answer is YES!, but why would you?
If you frequent any social media group or tech space focused on mobile development. You are bound to hear it: Can you make an IOS app in (insert your favorite operating system)? While the answer is yes, why would you go through all the trouble?
Two popular options:
1- VirtualBox is an open-source virtualization software that runs like an application in most operating systems. After installation, you can install a "guest OS," which in this case would be the latest Mac OS. After installation, you need to configure your settings to allocate resources to your virtual machine. Then you install the latest XCode and you are on your way!
2- Amazon EC2 Mac - is part of AWS's pay-as-you-go services. It is as simple as logging in to the AWS console and selecting your desired specs. Once you have the instance running, you download Xcode and you are on your way!.
My preferred option:
Used Mac Mini: owning your own machine is almost always the best option, as it is the most cost-efficient way to tinker, considering configuration time and hard dollar costs. Also, as more companies move into a subscription service model, you have to optimize your spending and avoid adding unnecessary subscriptions, as they can eat up your tinkering budget.
I recommend buying a used Mac mini because they are powerful and surprisingly affordable. You can find a Mac Mini 3.2GHz i7 6-Core 8GB 256GB SSD or similar specs for under $75.
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