macos-development

Guide macOS app development with Swift, SwiftUI, and macOS 26 APIs.

4|Updated Mar 7, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/AlexW00/Kino --skill macos-development-alexw00
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Skill: macos-development
Source: https://github.com/AlexW00/Kino/tree/main/.github/skills/macos-development
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/AlexW00/Kino --skill macos-development-alexw00

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides comprehensive guidance and best practices for developing macOS applications using Swift, SwiftUI, and macOS 26 APIs. It helps developers with code review, architecture patterns, UI/UX design, and platform-specific features.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Comprehensive Development Guidance: Includes Swift 6+, SwiftUI, SwiftData, architecture patterns, AppKit bridging, and macOS 26 APIs.
  • Code Review: Offers advice on best practices and code quality.
  • UI/UX Review: Assists with design compliance and accessibility considerations.
  • Use Case: A developer wants to implement a new feature in their macOS app and needs guidance on the best practices for macOS 26 features and architecture patterns.

Quick Start

Use the macos-development skill to get guidance on implementing macOS 26 features like HDR/EDR compliance.

Frequently Asked Questions about macos-development

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

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How do I implement HDR and EDR compliance in my macOS app?

To implement HDR and EDR compliance in macOS app development, apply platform-specific guidance for macOS 26 APIs to ensure proper rendering and dynamic range support across compatible displays.

What's the best way to bridge SwiftUI with AppKit in a macOS application?

Bridging SwiftUI with AppKit in macOS application development requires following specific architecture patterns to ensure smooth interoperability between the UI frameworks while maintaining code quality and best practices.

How do I use SwiftData for data persistence in macOS 26?

Using SwiftData for macOS app development involves adopting Swift 6+ patterns to manage data persistence, requiring knowledge of SwiftData APIs and how they integrate with SwiftUI views and macOS 26 features.

Do I need to know Swift 6+ to develop macOS apps with SwiftUI?

Yes, macOS app development with this guidance requires existing knowledge of Swift 6+, SwiftUI, and macOS APIs, as it focuses on providing best practices and architecture patterns rather than teaching the language fundamentals.

How do I ensure my macOS app meets accessibility and UI design guidelines?

Ensuring macOS app accessibility and UI design compliance involves reviewing your application against platform-specific UI/UX design standards, leveraging guidance on accessibility considerations and design compliance for macOS.