asc-build-lifecycle

Manage App Store Connect build lifecycles using the asc CLI tool.

954|51|Updated Jan 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/rudrankriyam/app-store-connect-cli-skills --skill asc-build-lifecycle-rudrankriyam
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Skill: asc-build-lifecycle
Source: https://github.com/rudrankriyam/app-store-connect-cli-skills/tree/main/skills/asc-build-lifecycle
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/rudrankriyam/app-store-connect-cli-skills --skill asc-build-lifecycle-rudrankriyam

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps developers manage their App Store Connect builds by providing tools to find specific builds, inspect their processing status, and automate cleanup of old builds, reducing clutter and managing build retention policies.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Find Builds: Locate the latest or recent builds based on app and version information.
  • Inspect Build Status: Get detailed information about a build's processing state.
  • Automated Cleanup: Preview and apply expiration policies for builds older than a specified duration.
  • Distribution Flows: Facilitates uploading and distributing builds via TestFlight or the App Store.

Quick Start

Use the asc-build-lifecycle skill to find the latest build for app ID '1234567890' and version '1.0.0'.

Frequently Asked Questions about asc-build-lifecycle

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate cleanup of old App Store Connect builds?

You can automate the cleanup of old App Store Connect builds by previewing and applying expiration policies to builds older than a specified duration, reducing clutter and managing retention. This lifecycle management requires the asc CLI tool.

How do I find the latest TestFlight build for a specific app version?

To find the latest TestFlight build, you can locate recent builds based on app ID and version information using the asc CLI tool. This allows you to quickly inspect the build's processing state before distribution.

Can I check the processing status of an App Store Connect build?

Yes, you can inspect an App Store Connect build's processing state to get detailed information on its current status. This requires the asc CLI tool to query the build lifecycle and retrieve processing details.

Do I need the asc CLI tool to manage App Store Connect build lifecycles?

Yes, the asc CLI tool is required for all operations to manage App Store Connect build lifecycles. It enables finding builds, inspecting processing states, automating cleanup, and supporting TestFlight and App Store distribution flows.

What is the best way to manage build retention policies for TestFlight and App Store submissions?

The best way to manage build retention policies is to automate the expiration of old builds older than a specified duration. You can preview the affected builds before applying the policy to ensure correct cleanup.

Can this skill handle end-to-end distribution flows for App Store submissions?

Yes, it facilitates end-to-end distribution flows for uploading and distributing builds via TestFlight or the App Store. You can locate builds, verify their processing states, and manage their lifecycle through submission.