CocoaPods Subspecs Organization

About

This skill provides domain-specific guidance for structuring sophisticated iOS and macOS libraries using CocoaPods subspecs. It enables developers to split large pods into logical modules that can be installed independently or as a group, effectively reducing dependency bloat and improving code organization. By implementing patterns such as Core + Optional features, Layered Architecture, and Protocol/Implementation separation, the skill ensures that library consumers only install the code they actually need while maintaining a clean, professional codebase.

Key Features

• Modular subspec architecture design and implementation
• Configuration of default vs. optional subspec patterns
• Resource bundle management within modular components
• Platform-specific subspec isolation for cross-platform libs
• 39 GitHub stars
• Sophisticated internal and external dependency mapping

Use Cases

• Implementing multiple storage providers (e.g., CoreData, Realm) under a single pod
• Developing a large SDK with a required core and optional third-party integrations
• Creating cross-platform libraries with shared logic and platform-specific UI