With the new process there are a number of improvements that will allow you to have high quality, well tested apps in the App Store. Previously, the binary was generated within Visual Studio for Mac and uploaded to the TestFlightApp website for distribution to testers.
TestFlight allows for beta testing with both internal and external users, and due to a Beta app review for the latter, ensures a much easier process in your final review when publishing to the App Store. It is currently available for iOS 8.0 apps and above. TestFlight is Apple’s beta testing service for iOS apps, and is accessible only through iTunes Connect. This document focuses on Apple’s TestFlight.
This article will guide you through all steps of the TestFlight Process – from uploading your app, to working with iTunes Connect.īeta testing is an integral part of the software development cycle, and there are many cross-platform applications offering to streamline this process such as HockeyApp, Applause, and of course Google Play’s Native App Beta Testing for Android apps. TestFlight is now owned by Apple, and is the primary way to beta test your Xamarin.iOS apps.