xclaude-plugin

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The xClaude plugin automates iOS development workflows by integrating Xcode, Simulator, and IDB tools into modular MCPs. Developers can build, test, and automate tasks through natural language interactions with Claude, improving efficiency and reducing manual effort.

13490Updated 1mo ago

Intermediate30min to implementautomation

Saves ~45 min per use

Quick InstallView Source

git clone https://github.com/conorluddy/xclaude-plugin.git

Works with:

Claude

Overview

About This Skill

How to Use

[{"step":"Install and configure the xClaude plugin in your Xcode project. Ensure the MCP server is running and connected to your development environment.","tip":"Check the plugin documentation for compatibility with your Xcode version and iOS target. Run `xcodebuild -version` to verify your Xcode setup."},{"step":"Frame your automation task as a natural language request. For example, ask the plugin to automate building, testing, or debugging tasks for your iOS app.","tip":"Be specific about the tools or frameworks involved (e.g., SwiftUI, Combine, Core Data) to ensure the plugin generates accurate commands."},{"step":"Review the generated commands or scripts. Modify any parameters (e.g., Simulator device, scheme name) to match your project’s configuration.","tip":"Test the commands in a terminal first to ensure they work as expected before integrating them into your workflow."},{"step":"Execute the commands in your terminal or integrate them into a CI/CD pipeline. Use the xClaude plugin to save frequently used commands as reusable scripts.","tip":"For CI/CD, ensure the environment variables (e.g., `DEVELOPER_DIR`) are correctly set to match your Xcode installation path."},{"step":"Monitor the output for errors or warnings. Use the plugin’s logging features to debug any issues that arise during automation.","tip":"Enable verbose logging in the plugin settings if you encounter unexpected behavior during execution."}]

Setup & Installation

Quick Install

No install command available. Check the GitHub repository for manual installation instructions.

Alternative Install (Git Clone)

git clone https://github.com/conorluddy/xclaude-plugin

Requirements

Claude Code or compatible AI agent
Works with: Claude

Quick Start Guide

Install the Skill

Copy the install command above and run it in your terminal.

Open Your AI Agent

Launch Claude Code, Cursor, or your preferred AI coding agent.

Try It Out

Use the prompt template or examples below to test the skill.

Customize

Adapt the skill to your specific use case and workflow.

Usage Examples

Prompt Template

Use the xClaude plugin to automate [TASK] in my iOS project. The task involves [SPECIFIC_ACTION] using [TOOLS_OR_FRAMEWORKS]. Generate the necessary commands or scripts and explain how to execute them. For example: 'Use the xClaude plugin to automate the process of running unit tests on an iOS app built with SwiftUI and Combine. Generate the commands to build, test, and generate a coverage report, then explain how to run these commands in Xcode and the Simulator.'

Example Output

Here’s how you can automate running unit tests for your iOS app using the xClaude plugin. First, ensure you have the xClaude plugin installed in your Xcode project and that the MCP server is running. The plugin integrates with Xcode’s build system, Simulator, and the `xcodebuild` command-line tool, allowing you to execute tasks without manually opening Xcode.

To automate unit testing, you can use the following commands:

```bash
# Build the app for testing
xcodebuild build-for-testing \
  -workspace YourApp.xcworkspace \
  -scheme YourAppScheme \
  -destination 'platform=iOS Simulator,name=iPhone 15,OS=17.0' \
  -derivedDataPath ./DerivedData

# Run tests and generate a coverage report
xcodebuild test-without-building \
  -xctestrun ./DerivedData/Logs/Test/Test.xctestrun \
  -destination 'platform=iOS Simulator,name=iPhone 15,OS=17.0' \
  -resultBundlePath ./TestResults.xcresult \
  -enableCodeCoverage YES

# Generate a coverage report in HTML format
xcrun llvm-cov export -format="lcov" \
  -instr-profile ./DerivedData/Logs/Test/CodeCoverage.xccovarchive/Info.plist \
  ./DerivedData/Build/Products/Debug-iphonesimulator/YourApp.app/YourApp > coverage.lcov

# Convert the LCOV report to HTML for visualization
genhtml coverage.lcov -o coverage_report
```

To execute these commands using the xClaude plugin, you can frame your request in natural language:

**Prompt:** "Use the xClaude plugin to automate running unit tests for my iOS app built with SwiftUI and Combine. Generate the commands to build, test, and generate a coverage report, then explain how to run these commands in Xcode and the Simulator."

The plugin will generate the commands, explain the prerequisites (e.g., ensuring the Simulator is set to iPhone 15 with iOS 17.0), and provide step-by-step instructions for running them. You can then copy these commands into your terminal or integrate them into a CI/CD pipeline. The plugin also supports saving these commands as reusable scripts for future automation tasks, reducing repetitive manual effort.