iOS Dev Tools: easy-frame, Sweetpad, StoreKitHelper
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easy-frame
easy-frame is a lightweight Swift command-line tool to create fully customizable framed App Store screenshots using SwiftUI. Built for automation, this open-source Swift package efficiently frames screenshots for all localizations and devices.
While it follows a workflow similar to fastlane’s frameit, you are in full controll. Simply fork the reporsitory with just about 500 lines of swift code and get as creative as you desire.
Why you will like it:
Design your framed App Store screenshots in SwiftUI.
Create framed screenshots for all localizations and devices.
Automate the process with a single CLI command.
Integrate easy-frame similar to fastlane's frameit.
Fork and adjust the free and open-source swift package.
Sweetpad
Sweetpad for VSCode is an extension that brings iOS and Swift development into VSCode, Cursor, or Windsurf. With integrated tools like swift-format, swiftlint, and xcodebuild, it enables developers to build, run, format, and manage iOS projects seamlessly — all within their favorite code editor. It’s a lightweight and highly customizable alternative to Xcode.
Sweetpad is perfect for developers who want to experiment with new AI-powered code editors like Cursor and Windsurf on their existing Xcode projects.
Why you will like it:
Extension built on top of Apples official
xcodebuildtool, so it should just work on your existing Xcode project.You can build, run, debug code directly from VSCode, without constantly switching to Xcode.
Experience a faster, less resource-heavy alternative to Xcode. The VSCode community offers a large number of extensions and powerful AI capabilities.
StoreKitHelper
StoreKitHelper is a lightweight Swift utility designed to simplify working with in-app purchases on iOS using StoreKit.
It provides a straightforward API for handling product requests, purchases, restorations, and transaction updates.
Why you will like it:
Easy integration with Apple’s StoreKit framework.
Supports purchasing and restoring in-app purchases.
Handles product information requests with minimal code.
Provides transaction status updates and error handling.
Clean and developer-friendly API for Swift projects.
Includes sample usage and detailed documentation for quick setup.
ShotSolve
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BalmyTime
BalmyTime tracks your screen time and reminds you to take breaks, which promotes healthier work habits.
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