ios-networking
Build API clients with URLSession, Alamofire, and Codable. Use when implementing URLSession networking, Alamofire, or API clients in iOS. (triggers: **/*Service.swift, **/*API.swift, **/*Client.swift, URLSession, Alamofire, Moya, URLRequest, URLComponents, Codable)
Best use case
ios-networking is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt.
Build API clients with URLSession, Alamofire, and Codable. Use when implementing URLSession networking, Alamofire, or API clients in iOS. (triggers: **/*Service.swift, **/*API.swift, **/*Client.swift, URLSession, Alamofire, Moya, URLRequest, URLComponents, Codable)
Teams using ios-networking 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/ios-networking/SKILL.mdinside your project - Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill
How ios-networking Compares
| Feature / Agent | ios-networking | 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?
Build API clients with URLSession, Alamofire, and Codable. Use when implementing URLSession networking, Alamofire, or API clients in iOS. (triggers: **/*Service.swift, **/*API.swift, **/*Client.swift, URLSession, Alamofire, Moya, URLRequest, URLComponents, Codable)
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
# iOS Networking ## **Priority: P0** ## Implementation Workflow 1. **Choose networking layer** — Use native `URLSession` with async/await for simple apps; `Alamofire` for production APIs with interceptors. 2. **Build URLs safely** — Use `URLComponents` and `URLQueryItem`; never use string interpolation for URL parameters. 3. **Decode with Codable** — Use `Codable` for all JSON mapping. Prefer `snake_case` key decoding strategies. 4. **Add auth interceptor** — Use `RequestInterceptor` to inject `Authorization: Bearer <token>` on all requests. 5. **Handle token refresh** — On 401, use `RequestInterceptor.onRetry` to call `refreshToken()` and retry. 6. **Pin certificates** — Use `ServerTrustManager` or `TrustKit` for production-grade security. See [URLSession and Alamofire implementation examples](references/implementation.md) ## Anti-Patterns - ❌ UI updates from background thread — always dispatch to `@MainActor` or main queue - ❌ Manual `JSONSerialization` — use `Codable` and `JSONDecoder` - ❌ No timeout set — always set a reasonable `timeoutInterval` (30s default) ## References - [Native & Alamofire Implementation](references/implementation.md)
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