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AI + Xcode Is Broken
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Hey Reader, AI agents struggle with iOS development for a simple reason: they can’t actually run Xcode. In this video, I have an impromptu conversation with Cameron Cooke from the UK about XcodeBuildMCP, a tool that finally lets AI build and run iOS apps in the Simulator. We talk through the backstory, the real problems it solves, and why this changes how AI agents work with iOS and macOS apps. If AI + Xcode is Broken for you, then you might need this tool. Watch here: AI Couldn’t Run My iOS App — Until This MCP Tool Codex 5.2 is genuinely impressive. At this point, we’re past the “interesting demo” phase — this changes how I work day to day. Talk soon, P.S. I’m planning to launch an App Launch Community in January 2026 for developers who want to finally ship apps (or build side income). If that sounds interesting, you can sign up here. |
Super Easy Apps Weekly - Paul Solt
Join 5,712+ developers learning iPhone app development and App Store publishing. Every week, I share iOS tips on how to create polished, intuitive apps—backed by insights from shipping seven apps and working at GoPro, Apple, and Microsoft.
Hey Reader, New Codex models are incredibly good for Swift code for iOS/macOS apps. You can easily install codex via here Just open Terminal/Ghostty and type: npm i -g @openai/codex Using codex, you can use simple language to talk to your agent. See the first video if you want a breakdown on the tools I am using, and some of the rules in my agents.md rule file. Spider Warning: if you're afraid of spiders, you won't want to watch these videos. I am making a dangerous spider identification app,...
Hey Reader, New video on my workflow for building iOS and macOS apps. GPT 5.2 is insane. It fixed so many problems the first time. Less back and forth from any other model to date. You can fly way faster from idea to prototype in minutes. It's beyond crazy. In a day I can have a working app that solves a key problem.I could never code this fast without AI. It let's you try ideas that you would never consider before due to time constraints.Codex + Xcode: 3 Workflows You Need for iOS/macOS...
Hey Reader,Codex surprised me last night. Last night I filmed my unedited workflow with OpenAI's newest model: GPT 5.1 Codex Max. Codex just changed my entire Swift workflow. Codex just fixed a swift bug I couldn't solve (after 12 failed attempts) I literally just talked to it (no complex Plan.md or PRD.md) It explained and executed everything quickly My app is a mix of SwiftUI, AppKit, and Swift. I'm targeting macOS 15+ and Swift 6.2 using AVFoundation and Core ML. The new OpenAI coding...