Do I need Xcode installed to use this skill?

Yes, while you do not need to open the Xcode interface, the skill requires the Xcode Command Line Tools and the Swift compiler to build and test applications.

Can I build iOS apps using this specific skill?

This skill is specifically optimized for macOS development using AppKit and SwiftUI for Mac. While the technologies overlap, the workflows are tailored for desktop software.

How does Claude verify that the code actually works?

The skill follows a 'verification loop' where it runs xcodebuild, executes unit tests, and launches the compiled .app file to ensure stability before declaring a task complete.

Does this skill support App Store distribution?

Yes, it includes specialized workflows for code signing, notarization, and preparing your application for distribution on the Mac App Store or via direct download.

Native macOS App Developer

Name: Native macOS App Developer
Author: utahdws

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Mobile Development

Builds professional native macOS applications using Swift and SwiftUI through a CLI-only workflow that bypasses the Xcode GUI.

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This skill transforms Claude into an expert native macOS developer capable of handling the entire application lifecycle—from initial scaffolding and UI design to testing and App Store distribution. It operates under a unique 'Developer-as-Service' philosophy where Claude manages the technical implementation and verification while the user acts as the Product Owner. By leveraging CLI tools like xcodebuild and custom verification loops, it ensures that every change is proven to work through automated tests and actual app launches before being reported.

Características Principales

End-to-end macOS app development using Swift, SwiftUI, and AppKit
Automated 'Prove, Don't Promise' verification using xcodebuild
Comprehensive lifecycle management including debugging, profiling, and shipping
Outcome-based reporting focusing on functionality rather than code changes
CLI-only workflow that eliminates the need for the Xcode GUI
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Casos de Uso

Automating the signing, notarization, and release process for macOS software
Building a new native macOS utility or menu-bar app from scratch via command line
Refactoring existing Swift codebases to improve performance and eliminate memory leaks

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Características Principales

End-to-end macOS app development using Swift, SwiftUI, and AppKit
Automated 'Prove, Don't Promise' verification using xcodebuild
Comprehensive lifecycle management including debugging, profiling, and shipping
Outcome-based reporting focusing on functionality rather than code changes
CLI-only workflow that eliminates the need for the Xcode GUI
0 GitHub stars

Casos de Uso

Automating the signing, notarization, and release process for macOS software
Building a new native macOS utility or menu-bar app from scratch via command line
Refactoring existing Swift codebases to improve performance and eliminate memory leaks