Can I use these scripts in a CI/CD environment?

Absolutely. All scripts are designed with a --json flag for machine-readable output, allowing for easy integration into automated pipelines and reporting tools.

Can this skill handle app permissions like Camera or Location?

Yes, the privacy_manager.py script allows you to grant, revoke, and reset permissions for 13 different iOS services, including camera, location, and photos.

How does semantic navigation differ from coordinate-based tapping?

Semantic navigation identifies UI elements by their accessibility labels and types rather than fixed screen positions, making your automation scripts much more resilient to layout changes.

Does this skill require external dependencies?

Yes, it requires macOS 12+, Xcode Command Line Tools, and Python 3. Some advanced interactive features optionally use IDB for enhanced control.

Is it possible to test push notifications with this skill?

Yes, the push_notification.py script allows you to send simulated push notifications with custom JSON payloads to test deep links and app handling logic.

iOS Simulator Automation & Testing

Name: iOS Simulator Automation & Testing
Author: prof-ramos

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Mobile Development

Automates iOS app development, testing, and simulator management using accessibility-driven navigation and structured data.

About

The iOS Simulator Skill provides a comprehensive suite of 21 production-ready scripts designed to streamline the mobile development lifecycle within the Apple ecosystem. By prioritizing accessibility-driven navigation over fragile pixel coordinates, it enables developers and AI agents to interact with UI elements semantically, ensuring tests remain resilient across different screen sizes. From automated build processes and real-time log monitoring to advanced privacy permission management and simulator lifecycle control, this skill offers a robust toolkit for professional iOS engineering and automated QA workflows.

Key Features

Semantic UI navigation using accessibility labels and element types instead of pixel coordinates.
Streamlined build automation with intelligent error parsing and live result streaming.
1 GitHub stars
Advanced environment overrides for status bar appearance, clipboard manipulation, and privacy permissions.
Full simulator lifecycle management including dynamic creation, booting, and factory resets.
Comprehensive testing suite featuring visual regression, accessibility audits, and push notification simulation.

Use Cases

Managing complex CI/CD pipelines by dynamically provisioning simulators and parsing build logs into structured data.
Performing deep accessibility audits to ensure compliance with WCAG standards and mobile best practices.
Automating end-to-end regression tests for iOS applications to ensure UI stability across versions.

About

Key Features

Semantic UI navigation using accessibility labels and element types instead of pixel coordinates.
Streamlined build automation with intelligent error parsing and live result streaming.
1 GitHub stars
Advanced environment overrides for status bar appearance, clipboard manipulation, and privacy permissions.
Full simulator lifecycle management including dynamic creation, booting, and factory resets.
Comprehensive testing suite featuring visual regression, accessibility audits, and push notification simulation.

Use Cases

Managing complex CI/CD pipelines by dynamically provisioning simulators and parsing build logs into structured data.
Performing deep accessibility audits to ensure compliance with WCAG standards and mobile best practices.
Automating end-to-end regression tests for iOS applications to ensure UI stability across versions.