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deploy-ios

Build and deploy iOS apps from Xcode projects to simulators, TestFlight, or the App Store.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
Search Tags:#deployment#ios#xcode#simulator#fastlane#app store#testflight
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/ArthTech-AI/Marketplace-extensions --skill deploy-ios
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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: deploy-ios
Source: https://github.com/ArthTech-AI/Marketplace-extensions/tree/main/skills/deploy-ios
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ArthTech-AI/Marketplace-extensions --skill deploy-ios

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill removes the friction of building and releasing iOS apps by guiding the full deployment flow from project detection through signing, build, and distribution.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Project Detection: Finds the correct Xcode workspace or project, discovers available schemes, and checks whether the app uses CocoaPods, Swift Package Manager, or Carthage.
  • Simulator Builds: Builds the app for an iOS Simulator, boots a target device when needed, installs the app, and launches it for immediate validation.
  • TestFlight and App Store Delivery: Archives release builds, prepares export settings, handles App Store Connect upload paths, and supports automatic or manual signing workflows.
  • Failure Recovery: Surfaces common build and signing issues clearly, recommends the right fix, and prefers Fastlane when an existing lane is available.
  • Use Case: A developer can point this Skill at a React Native or native iOS repository, choose a scheme, and deploy the app to a simulator for testing or upload a signed archive to TestFlight.

Quick Start

Use the deploy-ios skill to detect the Xcode project, select the appropriate scheme and target, and build and deploy the app to Simulator, TestFlight, or the App Store.

Frequently Asked Questions about deploy-ios

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I deploy an iOS app from an Xcode project to TestFlight or the App Store?▼

Build and deploy iOS apps by discovering the correct Xcode project, selecting a scheme, and launching it on a Simulator. This workflow boots a target device when needed, installs the app, and launches it for immediate validation without manual configuration.

Can I use fastlane to automate my iOS app deployment workflow?▼

Yes, fastlane-aware workflows are supported, and the process prefers Fastlane when an existing lane is available. This streamlines TestFlight uploads and App Store releases for workspace- and project-based apps by utilizing your existing automation infrastructure.

Does this iOS deployment process work with CocoaPods and Swift Package Manager dependencies?▼

Yes, the deployment process explicitly handles Pods and Swift Package dependencies. It automatically detects whether your app uses CocoaPods, Swift Package Manager, or Carthage during project structure validation before building the archive.

Why does my Xcode build fail during signing, and how can I fix it?▼

Xcode build signing failures are addressed by surfacing common signing issues clearly and recommending the right fix. The process checks signing and build settings, validates the project structure, and provides recovery guidance for automatic or manual workflow errors.

How do I build an iOS app for a simulator to test locally?▼

To build an iOS app for a simulator, the workflow builds the app for an iOS Simulator, boots a target device when needed, installs the app, and launches it for immediate validation. This allows local testing without manual device configuration.

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