logging-guide

Standardize iOS application logging with OSLog and Logger.

40|22|Updated Jan 28, 2024
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/vultisig/vultisig-ios --skill logging-guide
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Skill: logging-guide
Source: https://github.com/vultisig/vultisig-ios/tree/main/.claude/skills/logging-guide
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/vultisig/vultisig-ios --skill logging-guide

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill standardizes app logging practices by using OSLog and Logger to replace fragile print statements and ensure consistent visibility across the codebase.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • OSLog-based logging: centralized subsystem and category convention for structured logs.
  • Migration guidance: step-by-step process to replace print() with OSLog, including scope of logs and privacy considerations.
  • Best practices: consistent access modifiers, category naming, and usage patterns across views and services.

Quick Start

Replace simple print() statements with logger.info() and introduce private logger instances per module, following the subsystem "com.vultisig.app" and a descriptive category.

Frequently Asked Questions about logging-guide

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I replace print() with OSLog in my iOS app?

To replace print() with OSLog in your iOS app, define private logger instances per module using a canonical subsystem name and descriptive categories, then substitute print() calls with logger.info() or appropriate log levels.

What is the best way to structure OSLog categories in Swift?

The best way to structure OSLog categories in Swift is to assign descriptive, module-specific categories under a unified canonical subsystem name, ensuring consistent access modifiers and structured log visibility across views and services.

Can I use the Logger API for telemetry across different iOS modules?

Yes, you can use the Logger API for telemetry across different iOS modules by enforcing a unified subsystem name and applying category-based log levels to ensure consistent, structured output throughout the codebase.

Why should I migrate from print() to OSLog for application logging?

You should migrate from print() to OSLog because OSLog provides centralized subsystem conventions, structured output, and privacy controls, replacing fragile print statements with consistent visibility and safe logger access patterns.

What privacy considerations apply when migrating to OSLog in Swift?

When migrating to OSLog in Swift, privacy considerations require evaluating the scope of logs and using secure logger access patterns to prevent exposing sensitive data, replacing print() statements that lack inherent privacy controls.