macos-sparkle-config
Configure Sparkle framework for macOS auto-updates with appcast, delta updates, and code signing
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
Manual Installation
- Download SKILL.md from GitHub
- Place it in
.claude/skills/macos-sparkle-config/SKILL.mdinside your project - Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill
How macos-sparkle-config Compares
| Feature / Agent | macos-sparkle-config | Standard Approach |
|---|---|---|
| Platform Support | Not specified | Limited / Varies |
| Context Awareness | High | Baseline |
| Installation Complexity | Unknown | N/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
```
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