Blog, apps, and open source Swift packages by indie developer Cihat Gündüz. Topics: SwiftUI, visionOS, error handling, localization, and more.
Apple says WWDC26 will spotlight 'AI advancements and exciting new software and developer tools.' Here are five things I most want them to ship — the gaps slowing me down most in the era of agentic engineering.
I'd been running Claude and Codex in parallel manually for months — copy-pasting between sessions, passing findings back and forth. TandemKit automates that workflow.
A non-obvious Vapor configuration detail that can cause intermittent 500 errors when your actual connection count exceeds what you think you configured.
7 missing features keeping me from using Xcode's AI, plus my 5-release roadmap for Apple to catch up with Claude Code and Cursor.
Explore breakthrough features like Foundation Models bringing on-device AI, ChatGPT integration in Xcode, AlarmKit enabling true alarm apps, and major improvements to visionOS spatial experiences.
A personal experience of having a Feedback Assistant request implemented in Xcode 26, and tips for writing effective feedback reports.
Swift error messages can be cryptic, but as a community, we can make them clearer. Help others (and your future self) by contributing better explanations.
Tired of vague bug reports like "it doesn't work"? In this post, you'll learn how to collect automatic logs and track real-world errors in your Swift apps—with just a few lines of code.
Discover how to turn Typed Throws from a headache into a superpower — with clean error handling and powerful debugging insights.
Tired of cryptic Swift error messages like '(YourError error 0)'? Here's how to fix them for good—with clarity and elegance.
Swift macros are powerful but can break your CI pipeline with trust errors. Learn how to implement a simple post-clone script that solves the "Target must be enabled" error in Xcode Cloud once and for all.
A candid story about resilience in indie app development—and how the worst day of your developer life can sometimes lead to building something better.
String Catalogs improved localization but introduced new challenges. This article explores how to regain structure and efficiency with modern best practices and a new open-source tool that could change the way you localize.
The proper SwiftUI pattern for icon-only buttons that preserves accessibility without sacrificing readability.
Why every Swift package should include an .editorconfig file to enforce consistent indentation across all contributors.
How to enable push notifications for new App Store reviews in the App Store Connect app so you can respond to user feedback quickly.
From attention-grabbing pulsating buttons and versatile label layouts to cross-platform checkboxes and vertical form styles - discover the SwiftUI styles that bring polish and consistency to your apps. These battle-tested styles power the UI of 10 production apps and counting.
Discover powerful SwiftUI extensions for clean optional bindings, intuitive color management, XML-style text formatting, and more. These battle-tested utilities will help you write more elegant SwiftUI code while reducing boilerplate in your apps.
From smart color contrast and streamlined error handling to simplified deletion flows and platform-specific styling - discover the SwiftUI modifiers that eliminate common boilerplate code and help create more maintainable apps.
From platform-specific values without #if checks to sophisticated selection controls and async state management - discover the essential SwiftUI types that helped ship apps faster. These battle-tested views and types fill common gaps in SwiftUI development.
Ever wondered how to test your Swift code's compatibility with Linux from your Mac without diving into Docker? In this article, I'll share a simple command that makes the process effortless!
Tired of repeatedly implementing essential links in your apps? LinksKit is the Swift package that handles it all—from legal requirements to cross-promotion—saving you time and boosting your app's visibility.
Explore the limitations hindering the Vision Pro from reaching its full potential. This article highlights the missing APIs essential for transforming it into a true mixed-reality platform and discusses what needs to change for that to happen.
Struggling with in-app subscription integration? Discover how FreemiumKit transformed my development process, helping me overcome challenges with RevenueCat and fast-tracking my app's launch.
Effortlessly organize your media library with Pleydia Organizer, an automated app that simplifies renaming TV and movie files. Discover unmatched speed, accuracy, and convenience in managing your media collection.
Two lesser-known DocC features that make your documentation more interactive: embedded videos and tabbed content navigation.
My take on how to find the right pricing and how I reacted to a user calling my app "overpriced". Learn from my mistakes and avoid bad reviews.
"Guided Guest Mode" elevates Apple Vision Pro demos with easy-to-follow guides for an immersive introduction to spatial computing. "FocusBeats: Pomodoro + Music" combines productivity-enhancing Pomodoro technique with themed music to boost focus during work sessions.
Affordable & native time tracking that syncs across iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Vision. Watch your earned money update live. Export to CSV. And much more!
From a SportsKit API and .zoom modifier in SwiftUI, over improved SwiftData and source control in Xcode, to my biggest pain points in tvOS and visionOS, and much more! Blending long-standing requests with fresh ideas.
How to use StoreKit's AppTransaction API to transition from paid-up-front to freemium while preserving access for users who already paid.
The Quick Help inspector in Xcode's sidebar auto-updates documentation as your cursor moves, removing the need to Cmd-click for docs.
Investing time in Open Source again: Complete revamp of HandySwift with vastly improved documentation and lots of added handy features extracted from my apps. Read on to learn which helpers I use most often!
How I migrated my SwiftUI app CrossCraft to support visionOS for the Day 1 Release of the Apple Vision Pro. It took effectively about 2 hours in total, this article summarizes my key learnings along the way.
Breath life into your home with auto-updating & interactive posters of the latest trending movies & TV shows. Tap on a poster to unveil the trailer, find out where it's currently streaming, or locate a cinema showing near you. The future is here!
This update brings key improvements like saving and syncing crosswords, expanded content with 30 new topics, and enhanced user experience with features like puzzle tips, a native Mac app, a native Vision Pro app & sharing options for competitive play.
Discover the ease of creating personalized crossword puzzles on any topic harnessing the full power of ChatGPT. This guide walks you through eight simple steps, from generating clue-answer pairs to crafting and customizing your puzzle with the innovative CrossCraft app.
Create themed & personalized crossword puzzles with ease and either play yourself or surprise your loved ones with a custom-tailored special gift. Perfect also to playfully learn vocabulary or challenge your students or friends with a fun quiz.
A reusable button component that handles async actions with automatic loading state, disabling, and success/failure indication.
SwiftUI's ImageRenderer silently fails on views that use UIKit or AppKit under the hood, like List and ScrollView.
Create a single import that re-exports all your commonly used frameworks using @_exported import.
Dive into how FreemiumKit, a user-friendly paywall open-source library, simplifies the creation of successful paywalls and streamlines A/B testing. Its highly customizable UI components are based on my deep analysis of common paywall designs.
Understanding the mental model shift from imperative navigation in UIKit to data-driven navigation in SwiftUI.
SwiftUI's AsyncImage does not allow the .resizable() modifier, requiring a phase-based workaround.
Xcode 15 introduces a Ctrl+M shortcut to expand function calls and parameters across multiple lines.
Discover the game-changing implications of Apple's new feature, String Catalogs, which replaces traditional localization files and streamlines the localization process. From automatic key extraction to safety checks, find out why developers should be excited about this powerful tool in Xcode 15.
ReviewKit: Get app reviews from satisfied users at the right time. Say goodbye to intrusive prompts and optimize your app review process.
Use the same Open Quickly shortcut to search Apple's developer documentation directly on the web.
Xcode 15 generates type-safe Swift accessors for images and colors in asset catalogs, replacing the need for SwiftGen.
Xcode 15 introduces String Catalogs, a visual editor for managing localized strings that replaces legacy .strings and .stringsdict files.
