macos-sparkle-config

Configure Sparkle framework for macOS auto-updates with appcast, delta updates, and code signing

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Best use case

macos-sparkle-config is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt.

Configure Sparkle framework for macOS auto-updates with appcast, delta updates, and code signing

Teams using macos-sparkle-config should expect a more consistent output, faster repeated execution, less prompt rewriting.

When to use this skill

  • You want a reusable workflow that can be run more than once with consistent structure.

When not to use this skill

  • You only need a quick one-off answer and do not need a reusable workflow.
  • You cannot install or maintain the underlying files, dependencies, or repository context.

Installation

Claude Code / Cursor / Codex

$curl -o ~/.claude/skills/macos-sparkle-config/SKILL.md --create-dirs "https://raw.githubusercontent.com/a5c-ai/babysitter/main/library/specializations/desktop-development/skills/macos-sparkle-config/SKILL.md"

Manual Installation

  1. Download SKILL.md from GitHub
  2. Place it in .claude/skills/macos-sparkle-config/SKILL.md inside your project
  3. Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill

How macos-sparkle-config Compares

Feature / Agentmacos-sparkle-configStandard Approach
Platform SupportNot specifiedLimited / Varies
Context Awareness High Baseline
Installation ComplexityUnknownN/A

Frequently Asked Questions

What does this skill do?

Configure Sparkle framework for macOS auto-updates with appcast, delta updates, and code signing

Where can I find the source code?

You can find the source code on GitHub using the link provided at the top of the page.

SKILL.md Source

# macos-sparkle-config

Configure Sparkle framework for macOS auto-updates. This skill sets up appcast feeds, delta updates, EdDSA signing, and update UI customization.

## Capabilities

- Integrate Sparkle 2.x framework
- Generate appcast.xml feeds
- Configure EdDSA signing for updates
- Set up delta updates
- Customize update UI
- Configure update check intervals
- Generate release publishing scripts
- Configure sandboxed app support (XPC)

## Input Schema

```json
{
  "type": "object",
  "properties": {
    "projectPath": { "type": "string" },
    "appcastUrl": { "type": "string" },
    "signUpdates": { "type": "boolean", "default": true },
    "deltaUpdates": { "type": "boolean", "default": true },
    "checkInterval": { "type": "number", "default": 86400 }
  },
  "required": ["projectPath", "appcastUrl"]
}
```

## Configuration

```swift
// In App Delegate or SwiftUI App
import Sparkle

class AppDelegate: NSObject, NSApplicationDelegate {
    let updaterController = SPUStandardUpdaterController(
        startingUpdater: true,
        updaterDelegate: nil,
        userDriverDelegate: nil
    )
}

// Info.plist
// SUFeedURL: https://yourserver.com/appcast.xml
// SUPublicEDKey: your-public-ed25519-key
```

## Appcast Generation

```bash
# Generate appcast
./bin/generate_appcast ./releases/

# Sign update
./bin/sign_update MyApp-1.0.0.zip
```

## Related Skills

- `macos-notarization-workflow`
- `auto-update-system` process

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