Includes a release checklist (version/build number, layered Icon Composer app icon checked in default/dark/clear/tinted appearances, privacy manifest, release configuration, archive validation, TestFlight testing, screenshots, App Store metadata) and guidance on automating releases with fastlane and CI/CD (e.g. GitHub Actions).
Best practices favor automatic signing, TestFlight testing before any public release, incrementing the build number on every upload, and a mandatory privacy manifest for App Store submission.
Build & DistributionApp build, signing, and distribution for all Apple platforms.
Agent Workflow (MANDATORY)
Before ANY distribution, spawn 3 agents in parallel, one Agent call each with a name:
- fuse-ai-pilot:explore-codebase - Check existing build configuration
- fuse-ai-pilot:research-expert - Verify latest App Store requirements
- mcp__XcodeBuildMCP__show_build_settings - Review build settings
After implementation, run fuse-ai-pilot:sniper for validation.
Overview
When to Use
- Preparing app for release
- Configuring code signing
- Uploading to TestFlight
- Submitting to App Store
- Creating app icons
- CI/CD pipeline setup
Why Build Distribution Skill
| Feature | Benefit |
|---|---|
| Automatic signing | Simplifies certificate management |
| TestFlight | Beta testing with users |
| App Store | Public distribution |
| CI/CD | Automated releases |
Reference Guide
| Need | Reference |
|---|---|
| Certificates, profiles | code-signing.md |
| Beta testing | testflight.md |
| App Store submission | app-store.md |
| Icons, assets | app-icons.md |
| In-app purchases, subscriptions | storekit2.md |
Release Checklist
- Version and build number updated
- Layered app icon (Icon Composer) checked in default/dark/clear/tinted appearances, incl. alternate icons (HIG app icons)
- Privacy manifest (PrivacyInfo.xcprivacy)
- Release configuration
- Archive validates
- TestFlight tested
- Screenshots updated
- App Store metadata complete
Best Practices
- Automatic signing - Let Xcode manage
- TestFlight first - Always beta test
- Increment build - Every upload needs new build number
- Privacy manifest - Required for App Store
- fastlane - Automate repetitive tasks
- CI/CD - GitHub Actions for automation