Install
Works with every agent the skills CLI supports.
npx skills add https://github.com/aj-geddes/useful-ai-prompts --skill app-store-deployment- 01
Install
Run the command in your project. The CLI asks which agents to install for.
- 02
Describe the task
Ask your agent for something this skill covers. It loads app-store-deployment automatically when relevant.
- 03
Review the result
The agent follows the SKILL.md steps, scripts and references bundled with the skill.
SKILL.md
The instructions your agent reads when the skill is triggered.
App Store Deployment
Table of Contents
Overview
Publish mobile applications to official app stores with proper code signing, versioning, testing, and submission procedures.
When to Use
- Publishing apps to App Store and Google Play
- Managing app versions and releases
- Configuring signing certificates and provisioning profiles
- Automating build and deployment processes
- Managing app updates and rollouts
Quick Start
Minimal working example:
# Create development and distribution signing certificates
# Step 1: Generate Certificate Signing Request (CSR) in Keychain Access
# Step 2: Create App ID in Apple Developer Portal
# Step 3: Create provisioning profiles (Development, Distribution)
# Xcode configuration for signing
# Set Team ID, Bundle Identifier, and select provisioning profiles
# Build Settings:
# - Code Sign Identity: "iPhone Distribution"
# - Provisioning Profile: Select appropriate profile
# - Code Sign Style: Automatic (recommended)
# Info.plist settings
<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?>
<plist version="1.0">
<dict>
<key>CFBundleShortVersionString</key>
<string>1.0.0</string>
<key>CFBundleVersion</key>
<string>1</string>
<key>NSAppTransportSecurity</key>
<dict>
<key>NSAllowsArbitraryLoads</key>
<false/>
</dict>
// ... (see reference guides for full implementation)
Reference Guides
Detailed implementations in the references/ directory:
| Guide | Contents |
|---|---|
| iOS Deployment Setup | iOS Deployment Setup |
| Android Deployment Setup | Android Deployment Setup |
| Version Management | Version Management |
| Automated CI/CD with GitHub Actions | Automated CI/CD with GitHub Actions |
| Pre-Deployment Checklist | Pre-Deployment Checklist |
Best Practices
✅ DO
- Use signed certificates and provisioning profiles
- Automate builds with CI/CD
- Test on real devices before submission
- Keep version numbers consistent
- Document deployment procedures
- Use environment-specific configurations
- Implement proper error tracking
- Monitor app performance post-launch
- Plan rollout strategy
- Keep backup of signing materials
- Test offline functionality
- Maintain release notes
❌ DON'T
- Commit signing materials to git
- Skip device testing
- Release untested code
- Ignore store policies
- Use hardcoded API keys
- Skip security reviews
- Deploy without monitoring
- Ignore crash reports
- Make large version jumps
- Use invalid certificates
- Deploy without backups
- Release during holidays
FAQ
What does the app-store-deployment skill do?
Deploy iOS and Android apps to App Store and Google Play. Covers signing, versioning, build configuration, submission process, and release management.
How do I install app-store-deployment?
Run npx skills add https://github.com/aj-geddes/useful-ai-prompts --skill app-store-deployment in your project. The skills CLI detects the agents you use and copies the skill into the right folder. For Claude Code you can also place the skill folder at ~/.claude/skills/app-store-deployment/ (personal) or .claude/skills/app-store-deployment/ (project).
Which AI agents can use app-store-deployment?
Any agent that supports the open Agent Skills format (a folder with a SKILL.md file), including Claude Code, Codex, Cursor, GitHub Copilot, Gemini CLI, Windsurf, Cline, OpenCode and more.
Is app-store-deployment safe to install?
No partner security audit is available yet. Skills can run commands and scripts, so read the SKILL.md and any bundled files before installing.
Who maintains app-store-deployment?
It is published by aj-geddes in aj-geddes/useful-ai-prompts. It has 564 recorded installs.
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