swift-actor-persistence

Persist data thread-safely with Swift actors and file-backed storage.

1|Updated Apr 7, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Michae2xl/claude-skills-michael --skill swift-actor-persistence-michae2xl
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: swift-actor-persistence
Source: https://github.com/Michae2xl/claude-skills-michael/tree/main/skills/swift-actor-persistence
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Michae2xl/claude-skills-michael --skill swift-actor-persistence-michae2xl

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

Swift-actor-persistence addresses the challenge of thread-safe data persistence in Swift, providing a mechanism to eliminate data races and ensure thread-safe access to shared mutable state.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Thread-Safe Persistence: Ensures data consistency and prevents data races by design using Swift actors.
  • In-Memory Cache + File Persistence: Combines fast in-memory access with durable file storage.
  • Use Case: Ideal for building offline-first apps that require local storage and synchronization with a server.

Quick Start

Initialize the LocalRepository and use its methods to save, delete, and retrieve data.

Frequently Asked Questions about swift-actor-persistence

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I eliminate data races in Swift when accessing shared mutable state?

To eliminate data races in Swift, you can use the actor model to isolate shared mutable state, ensuring synchronized access. This Skill provides actor-based persistence that inherently prevents concurrent access conflicts by design.

What's the best way to implement thread-safe local storage for offline-first Swift apps?

Thread-safe local storage for offline-first Swift apps is best implemented using a repository pattern with actors. This approach combines in-memory caching for fast access with file-backed persistence to ensure data durability during offline periods.

Does this actor-based persistence approach require a specific Swift version?

Yes, actor-based persistence requires Swift 5.5 or later. You need this version because the actor model and structured concurrency features, which are essential for eliminating data races, were introduced in Swift 5.5.

How does in-memory caching combined with file persistence work in Swift?

In-memory caching combined with file persistence works by storing frequently accessed data in memory for fast retrieval while simultaneously backing it to a local file. This hybrid approach guarantees quick access speeds and durable data retention.

Can I use Swift actors for file-backed storage without experiencing data races?

Yes, you can use Swift actors for file-backed storage without data races. Actors serialize access to their internal state, ensuring that read and write operations to the file system are inherently thread-safe and conflict-free.