swift-concurrency

Document Swift structured concurrency, actors, and async sequences.

299|16|Updated Feb 19, 2026
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Skill: swift-concurrency
Source: https://github.com/Prisma-Labs-Dev/apple-skills/tree/main/skills/swift-concurrency
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Prisma-Labs-Dev/apple-skills --skill swift-concurrency-prisma-labs-dev

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This skill addresses the complexity of managing asynchronous code in Swift, helping developers avoid common pitfalls like data races, deadlocks, and memory leaks when implementing concurrent features.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Structured Concurrency: Provides clear references for Task and TaskGroup to manage parallel work safely.
  • Actor Isolation: Offers guidance on using actors to protect shared state across concurrent domains.
  • Async Sequences: Simplifies the implementation of streaming data patterns using AsyncSequence and AsyncStream.
  • Use Case: Use this skill to refactor a legacy completion-handler-based networking layer into a clean, modern async/await implementation that is easier to test and maintain.

Quick Start

Use the swift-concurrency skill to explain how to safely transition a shared data manager to an actor-based architecture.

Frequently Asked Questions about swift-concurrency

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

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What is structured concurrency in Swift and how does it help manage parallel tasks?

Structured concurrency in Swift uses Task and TaskGroup APIs to manage parallel work safely. It helps developers avoid data races, deadlocks, and memory leaks by architecting strict parallel task hierarchies.

How do I migrate legacy completion handler callbacks to async await in Swift?

Migrate legacy completion handlers to async await by bridging synchronous APIs with continuations. This refactoring transitions callback-based networking layers into clean, testable, and maintainable asynchronous implementations.

When should I use actors to protect shared state in Swift concurrent domains?

Use actors to protect shared state in Swift when concurrent domains access mutable data simultaneously. Actor isolation prevents data races by ensuring safe state access across asynchronous boundaries without explicit locks.

How do I implement streaming data patterns using AsyncSequence and AsyncStream?

Implement streaming data patterns using AsyncSequence and AsyncStream to simplify asynchronous sequences. These frameworks provide structured references for handling continuous data flows safely within modern Swift concurrency.

Can I manage task-local storage within Swift parallel task hierarchies?

Yes, you can manage task-local storage within Swift parallel task hierarchies. This feature supports safe asynchronous code execution by isolating state and preventing memory leaks across concurrent tasks.

What are the limitations of bridging synchronous APIs with continuations in Swift?

Bridging synchronous APIs with continuations in Swift requires careful thread safety management to avoid deadlocks. Limitations include potential memory leaks if continuations are resumed multiple times or not resumed at all.