Codemagic

Codemagic is a cloud-based Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery platform built specifically for mobile app development. Think of it as your personal build farm in the cloud that handles all the complex parts of app development automatically.

The platform supports multiple mobile frameworks including Flutter, React Native, native iOS and Android, Unity, Kotlin Multiplatform Mobile, and Ionic. What makes Codemagic special is its focus on mobile development challenges like code signing, device testing, and app store publishing. The platform runs on powerful Apple Silicon machines, making builds significantly faster than traditional solutions.

Founded in 2018, Codemagic was the first CI/CD provider to offer Apple Silicon machines to developers. It integrates seamlessly with GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket, and Azure DevOps, automatically triggering builds when you push code. The result is faster development cycles and more reliable app releases.

Getting started with Codemagic is straightforward and requires no complex setup. First, visit codemagic.io and sign up using your GitHub, GitLab, or Bitbucket account. The platform automatically detects your repositories and suggests appropriate configurations.

Here's how to set up your first project:

• Connect your repository by selecting your Git provider and choosing the project you want to build

• Choose your framework from Flutter, React Native, iOS, Android, or others

• Configure your workflow using either the visual editor (for Flutter) or the codemagic.yaml file for advanced control

• Set up code signing with Codemagic's built-in certificate management

• Add publishing targets like App Store Connect, Google Play, or testing platforms

For Flutter projects, you can use the intuitive workflow editor that requires no YAML knowledge. For other frameworks or advanced configurations, create a codemagic.yaml file in your repository root. The platform provides templates and examples to help you get started quickly. Builds trigger automatically on code changes, or you can start them manually.

• Cloud-based CI/CD for mobile app development

• Apple Silicon M2/M4 machines for faster builds

• Support for Flutter, React Native, iOS, Android, Unity

• Automated code signing and certificate management

• Real device and simulator testing capabilities

• Direct app store publishing automation

• GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket integrations

• Visual workflow editor and YAML configuration

• Pay-as-you-go and unlimited annual pricing

• 500 free monthly build minutes