iOS CI to build, test, and release iOS apps
Blog post from Bitrise
Bitrise offers a comprehensive iOS-specific Continuous Integration (CI) solution that simplifies the process of building, testing, and releasing iOS apps. It provides automatic code signing by connecting to your Apple Developer Account and managing provisioning profiles, while also allowing for the selection of different Xcode versions to suit various project needs. Bitrise supports running unit and UI tests on virtual machines, enabling efficient parallel testing with tools like Firebase Test Lab and fastlane. The platform is equipped with numerous integrations for testing, distribution, and notification, and is compatible with cross-platform frameworks such as React Native, Flutter, and Ionic/Cordova. It also features a secure environment, with encrypted handling of secrets and credentials, and offers flexible deployment options to App Store Connect, Testflight, and other third-party services. With a user-friendly interface for workflow configuration and a range of enterprise-ready features, Bitrise aims to streamline the iOS app development lifecycle, from CI to deployment, while ensuring data security and efficient team management.