build-validator

Automate VitalArc Xcode build validation for iOS Simulator targets.

1|Updated Jan 25, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/tanujsutaria/VitalArc --skill build-validator
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Skill: build-validator
Source: https://github.com/tanujsutaria/VitalArc/tree/main/.claude/skills/build-validator
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/tanujsutaria/VitalArc --skill build-validator

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

VitalArc projects often fail to build after changes, causing delays in development and reviews. This Skill provides automated build validation to catch compilation issues early.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automates Xcode build validation for the VitalArc project, surfacing errors and warnings in a concise report.
  • Validates builds before commits, after adding new Swift files, or on-demand to ensure the app compiles for iOS targets.
  • Integrates with CI workflows to provide a reliable gate for merge readiness.

Quick Start

Run the build validator to check the VitalArc Xcode project builds cleanly. Example:

xcodebuild -scheme VitalArc -destination 'platform=iOS Simulator,name=iPhone 17 Pro' build 2>&1 | grep -E '(error:|warning:|BUILD SUCCEEDED|BUILD FAILED)'

Frequently Asked Questions about build-validator

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate Xcode build validation for an iOS Simulator target before committing?

Automate Xcode build validation by running xcodebuild with the VitalArc scheme targeting the iOS Simulator, then parsing the output for errors, warnings, and overall build status to ensure clean compilation before commits.

Can I use this build validator to catch Swift compilation errors after adding new files?

Yes, the build validator catches Swift compilation errors by running xcodebuild after code changes or new file additions, parsing the build output to surface errors and warnings before they delay development.

Does this build validation Skill integrate with CI workflows to gate merges?

The build validation Skill integrates with CI workflows by providing a reliable build status gate, running xcodebuild to verify that the VitalArc project compiles cleanly before allowing a merge.

What is the best way to check if a VitalArc Xcode project builds cleanly for iOS?

The best way to check if a VitalArc Xcode project builds cleanly is running xcodebuild with the VitalArc scheme for an iOS Simulator destination and filtering the output for build succeeded or failed status.

Why does my VitalArc build fail in CI after local code changes?

VitalArc builds often fail in CI after local changes because compilation issues were not caught beforehand, which this Skill prevents by validating builds against the iOS Simulator target before commits.

What limitations exist when validating Xcode builds for iOS Simulator targets?

Validation is limited to the VitalArc scheme and iOS Simulator destinations, meaning it does not verify builds for physical device targets or other schemes within the Xcode project.