Codex + Xcode: 3 Workflows You Need



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 development

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  • Create easy build scripts
  • Stop agents from breaking the build
  • Give your agent eyes

What's working for your app development projects? Any key tools I need to leverage?

Let me know if these tools help you.

Talk soon,
Paul Solt

P.S. Want to work with other like minded people?

I'm going to launch an App Launch Community in January 2026. Signup if you want to work with me and other developers who want to finally publish apps for themselves (or to build a business that generates side income).

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