bootstrap-swift-package

To bootstrap a Swift package with consistent defaults, this skill runs a deterministic shell script that initializes the package, injects platform versions, initializes git, and copies AGENTS guidance. It normalizes inputs like name, type, destination, platform, and testing mode automatically.

Before initializing a Swift package, you need Swift 5.10+ and git installed. The skill checks your Swift toolchain version and ensures required tools exist, preventing execution if your environment lacks the necessary dependencies.

You can customize platform presets and version profiles when creating a Swift package by adjusting runtime defaults via a Python customization config. This configuration directly influences the generated version profiles and testing modes for your new repository.

The Swift package bootstrap process includes validation guardrails that prevent overwriting non-empty directories. This safety check ensures existing project files remain untouched, although you can choose to skip validation on demand if needed.

The best way to automate Swift Package Manager repository configuration is using a scaffold script that injects platform versions, installs a repo-maintenance toolkit, and copies AGENTS guidance templates. This removes repetitive manual setup and ensures consistency across projects.

After bootstrapping a Swift package, the workflow handoff recommends appropriate build, test, or Xcode workflows. This guides you directly into the next phase of development without needing to manually configure your subsequent CI or testing steps.