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macos-spm-app-packaging

Scaffold, build, and package macOS SwiftPM apps without Xcode.

Updated Apr 4, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#packaging#swift#macos#swiftpm#codesign#notarization
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Skill: macos-spm-app-packaging
Source: https://github.com/curtislmartin/daily-ascent-engineering/tree/main/skills_repo/macos-spm-app-packaging
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/curtislmartin/daily-ascent-engineering --skill macos-spm-app-packaging-curtislmartin

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes assets (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Bootstrap a macOS app workflow using SwiftPM without Xcode, enabling a complete setup, build, package, and release cycle.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Bootstrap a complete SwiftPM macOS app folder using assets/templates/bootstrap and customize APP_NAME, BUNDLE_ID, and version.env.
  • Build, package, sign, notarize, and optionally generate appcast entries for releases using the provided Scripts and templates.
  • Use references/packaging.md and references/release.md as guides for packaging and release workflows.

Quick Start

Bootstrap a new macOS SwiftPM app from the templates, then build, package, and run it using the provided scripts.

Frequently Asked Questions about macos-spm-app-packaging

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I build and package a macOS app using SwiftPM without Xcode?▼

To package a macOS app using SwiftPM without Xcode, you scaffold a project from templates, customize your APP_NAME and BUNDLE_ID, then execute the provided scripts to build, sign, notarize, and generate appcast entries for releases.

Can I automate codesign and notarization for a SwiftPM macOS app outside Xcode?▼

Yes, you can automate codesign and notarization outside Xcode. The workflow uses provided scripts and templates to handle building, codesigning, notarizing, and optionally generating appcast entries for SwiftPM macOS app releases.

What is the best way to bootstrap a macOS SwiftPM app layout from scratch?▼

The best way to bootstrap a macOS SwiftPM app layout is using the provided assets and templates. You customize the APP_NAME, BUNDLE_ID, and version.env to generate a complete folder structure with SwiftPM targets and resources.

Does this SwiftPM packaging workflow support multiple macOS versions?▼

Yes, the SwiftPM packaging workflow supports signing and notarization across multiple macOS versions. It provides reference guides for packaging and release workflows to ensure compatibility throughout the build and release cycle.

What references are available for macOS app release and packaging workflows?▼

The references available for macOS app release and packaging workflows include packaging.md and release.md. These guides provide detailed instructions for executing packaging, signing, notarization, and release automation steps.

Do I need Xcode installed to scaffold and release a macOS app with SwiftPM?▼

No, you do not need Xcode installed to scaffold and release a macOS app. The workflow uses SwiftPM with provided scripts, assets, and templates to handle the complete setup, build, package, and release cycle independently.

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