iOS TestFlight GitHub Actions

Automate iOS TestFlight deployments using GitHub Actions after initial manual setup.

Quick Start

This skill helps you set up automated TestFlight uploads using GitHub Actions with the official Apple-Actions/upload-testflight-build action.

What This Skill Provides

• GitHub Actions workflow templates for Expo, React Native, and native iOS projects
• Step-by-step setup documentation
• Troubleshooting guide
• ExportOptions.plist template for native iOS

When to Use

Use this skill when:

• Setting up CI/CD for iOS mobile apps
• Automating TestFlight uploads after manual first upload
• Configuring deployment pipeline for React Native, Expo, Flutter, or native iOS apps

Prerequisites

Before using this skill, you must complete one-time manual setup:

1. Apple Developer account ($99/year)
2. App created in App Store Connect
3. App Store Connect API key generated
4. .p8 private key file downloaded
5. First build uploaded successfully via Transporter

Files Included

templates/

• expo-testflight-workflow.yml - GitHub Actions workflow for Expo projects
• native-ios-testflight-workflow.yml - GitHub Actions workflow for native iOS projects
• react-native-testflight-workflow.yml - GitHub Actions workflow for React Native projects
• GITHUB_ACTIONS_SETUP.md - Complete setup instructions
• ExportOptions.plist - Xcode export configuration template

references/

• EXECUTION_LOG.md - Detailed creation history and architectural decisions

Usage

Read SKILL.md for complete instructions on using this skill.

Integration

This skill integrates with:

• app-store-submission-packager - Generate App Store submission documentation
• production-system-audit - Audit before deployment
• feature-verification - Verify features before release

Author

Created as part of the unified skill arsenal strategy.