iOS Core Data Architecture tips wanted

Question

I just want to get a few pointers on the best way to architect my first Core Data app, and the main objects and interactions I will require.

The data is stored remotely

Answer 1

You absolutely, definitely want to use RESTKit. This is a direct connection from your RESTful web service to Core Data. Define your data model using Xcode's built-in tool, define a mapping layer for your web service using RESTKit, and let the library do the heavy lifting. It's wonderful.