# Mobile Product Development - Processes Backlog

This document outlines Mobile Product Development processes that can be orchestrated using the Babysitter SDK framework.

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## Process Categories

1. **Cross-Platform Development & Architecture**
2. **Native iOS Development**
3. **Native Android Development**
4. **UI/UX Implementation & Design**
5. **App Store Optimization & Release**
6. **Performance & Quality Assurance**
7. **Mobile DevOps & CI/CD**
8. **Backend Integration & Data Management**

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## Processes

### 1. Cross-Platform Development & Architecture

#### Process: React Native App Setup and Configuration
**Description**: Initialize and configure a production-ready React Native application with best practices and essential libraries.

**Inputs**:
- Project name and identifier
- Target platforms (iOS, Android)
- Required features (navigation, state management, API integration)
- Design system specifications

**Process Steps**:
1. Initialize React Native project using CLI or Expo
2. Configure project structure (feature-based or layer-based)
3. Set up TypeScript configuration
4. Configure ESLint and Prettier for code quality
5. Install and configure React Navigation for routing
6. Set up state management (Redux Toolkit, Context API, or Recoil)
7. Configure environment variables and secrets management
8. Set up API client (Axios or React Query)
9. Configure AsyncStorage or MMKV for local storage
10. Set up testing infrastructure (Jest, React Native Testing Library)
11. Configure debugging tools (Flipper, Reactotron)
12. Set up code signing for iOS and Android
13. Document project structure and conventions

**Outputs**:
- Fully configured React Native project
- Project structure documentation
- Development environment setup guide
- ESLint and Prettier configuration
- CI/CD pipeline templates
- Testing setup and examples

**References**: React Native Documentation, React Navigation, Redux Toolkit

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#### Process: Flutter App Scaffolding and Architecture Setup
**Description**: Create a scalable Flutter application with proper architecture patterns and development tools.

**Inputs**:
- App requirements and features
- State management preference (Provider, Bloc, Riverpod)
- Architecture pattern (Clean Architecture, MVVM)
- Target platforms

**Process Steps**:
1. Create new Flutter project with flutter create
2. Set up folder structure following chosen architecture
3. Configure pubspec.yaml with dependencies
4. Implement dependency injection (GetIt, Injectable)
5. Set up state management solution
6. Configure routing (GoRouter, AutoRoute)
7. Create base classes and utilities
8. Set up network layer with Dio
9. Configure local storage (Hive, Sqflite)
10. Set up code generation (Freezed, JsonSerializable)
11. Configure testing framework
12. Set up Flutter DevTools integration
13. Create design system foundation
14. Document architecture decisions

**Outputs**:
- Flutter project with architecture scaffold
- Architecture decision records (ADRs)
- Code generation templates
- Testing framework setup
- Development guidelines document
- Reusable base classes and utilities

**References**: Flutter Documentation, Clean Architecture, Bloc Library

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#### Process: Cross-Platform UI Component Library Creation
**Description**: Build a shared, platform-aware UI component library for consistent cross-platform design.

**Inputs**:
- Design system specifications
- Platform-specific design guidelines
- Component requirements list
- Accessibility requirements

**Process Steps**:
1. Analyze design system and create component inventory
2. Define component API and prop interfaces
3. Create base theme configuration (colors, typography, spacing)
4. Implement platform detection utilities
5. Build atomic components (buttons, inputs, cards)
6. Create composite components (forms, lists, navigation)
7. Implement platform-specific variants (iOS/Android styles)
8. Add accessibility features (labels, roles, focus management)
9. Create component documentation with examples
10. Build Storybook or interactive demo app
11. Write unit tests for components
12. Create usage guidelines and best practices
13. Publish component library as package

**Outputs**:
- Component library package
- Storybook/demo application
- Component documentation
- Usage guidelines
- Accessibility compliance report
- Testing suite for components

**References**: React Native Paper, Flutter Material/Cupertino, Design Systems

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### 2. Native iOS Development

#### Process: SwiftUI App Development from Design
**Description**: Build native iOS application using SwiftUI from design specifications.

**Inputs**:
- Figma/Sketch design files
- Feature requirements document
- API specifications
- Apple Human Interface Guidelines compliance checklist

**Process Steps**:
1. Analyze designs and create view hierarchy
2. Set up Xcode project with SwiftUI
3. Create app navigation structure (NavigationStack, TabView)
4. Define data models and view models
5. Implement SwiftUI views following designs
6. Create reusable SwiftUI components
7. Implement @State, @Binding, @ObservedObject patterns
8. Integrate with Combine for reactive data flow
9. Implement network layer with URLSession or Alamofire
10. Add Core Data or alternative persistence
11. Implement accessibility features (VoiceOver, Dynamic Type)
12. Add animations and transitions
13. Handle different device sizes and orientations
14. Write unit and UI tests with XCTest
15. Optimize performance with Instruments

**Outputs**:
- Native iOS SwiftUI application
- Reusable view component library
- Unit and UI test suite
- Performance optimization report
- Accessibility compliance documentation
- App Store submission assets

**References**: SwiftUI Documentation, Human Interface Guidelines, Combine Framework

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#### Process: iOS Core Data Implementation
**Description**: Implement local data persistence using Core Data for iOS applications.

**Inputs**:
- Data model requirements
- Relationship specifications
- Migration strategy
- Performance requirements

**Process Steps**:
1. Design Core Data model (entities, attributes, relationships)
2. Create .xcdatamodel file in Xcode
3. Generate NSManagedObject subclasses
4. Set up Core Data stack (container, context)
5. Implement CRUD operations
6. Create fetch requests and predicates
7. Implement sorting and filtering
8. Set up batch operations for performance
9. Configure background contexts for heavy operations
10. Implement Core Data migration strategy
11. Add iCloud sync with CloudKit (optional)
12. Implement error handling and validation
13. Create data access layer/repository pattern
14. Write tests for data operations
15. Profile and optimize queries

**Outputs**:
- Core Data model and stack
- Data access layer implementation
- Migration scripts
- Unit tests for data operations
- Performance benchmarks
- Documentation for data model

**References**: Core Data Documentation, NSPersistentContainer, CloudKit Integration

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#### Process: iOS Push Notifications Setup with APNs
**Description**: Implement push notification functionality using Apple Push Notification service.

**Inputs**:
- Apple Developer account credentials
- Push certificate/key requirements
- Notification payload specifications
- Backend server details

**Process Steps**:
1. Enable push notifications in Xcode capabilities
2. Generate APNs certificate or key in Apple Developer Portal
3. Configure push notification entitlements
4. Request notification permissions from user
5. Register device token with APNs
6. Send device token to backend server
7. Implement UNUserNotificationCenter delegate methods
8. Handle notification reception in foreground
9. Handle notification taps and deep linking
10. Implement rich notifications with media
11. Configure notification actions and categories
12. Test with APNs sandbox environment
13. Set up remote notification testing
14. Handle notification permissions edge cases
15. Document notification implementation

**Outputs**:
- Configured APNs integration
- Device token registration flow
- Notification handling implementation
- Deep linking configuration
- Rich notification templates
- Testing documentation

**References**: User Notifications Framework, APNs Documentation, UNUserNotificationCenter

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### 3. Native Android Development

#### Process: Jetpack Compose UI Development
**Description**: Build modern Android UI using Jetpack Compose declarative framework.

**Inputs**:
- Material Design specifications
- Screen designs and interactions
- Theme configuration
- Accessibility requirements

**Process Steps**:
1. Set up Jetpack Compose in build.gradle
2. Create Material 3 theme configuration
3. Define color schemes and typography
4. Build composable functions for UI screens
5. Implement state hoisting patterns
6. Create reusable composable components
7. Implement navigation with Compose Navigation
8. Add animations with Compose Animation APIs
9. Implement side effects with LaunchedEffect, DisposableEffect
10. Integrate with ViewModel for state management
11. Add accessibility modifiers and semantics
12. Handle different screen sizes and orientations
13. Implement preview functions for development
14. Write UI tests with Compose Testing
15. Optimize recomposition performance

**Outputs**:
- Jetpack Compose UI implementation
- Reusable composable library
- Theme and design system
- UI test suite
- Performance optimization report
- Accessibility audit results

**References**: Jetpack Compose Documentation, Material Design 3, Compose Navigation

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#### Process: Android Room Database Integration
**Description**: Implement local SQLite database using Room persistence library.

**Inputs**:
- Database schema requirements
- Entity relationships
- Query specifications
- Migration needs

**Process Steps**:
1. Add Room dependencies to build.gradle
2. Define entity classes with @Entity annotations
3. Create DAO interfaces with @Dao
4. Define Room database class with @Database
5. Implement database builder and singleton pattern
6. Create repository layer for data access
7. Implement CRUD operations in DAOs
8. Write complex queries with @Query annotations
9. Set up database migrations with Migration class
10. Implement TypeConverters for custom types
11. Configure coroutines support for async operations
12. Add database testing with in-memory database
13. Implement database versioning strategy
14. Create database inspector testing procedures
15. Document database schema and operations

**Outputs**:
- Room database implementation
- Entity and DAO classes
- Repository layer
- Database migration scripts
- Unit tests for database operations
- Schema documentation

**References**: Room Persistence Library, SQLite, Android Architecture Components

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#### Process: Firebase Cloud Messaging Integration (Android)
**Description**: Implement push notifications using Firebase Cloud Messaging for Android.

**Inputs**:
- Firebase project configuration
- Notification requirements
- Backend integration details
- Notification channel specifications

**Process Steps**:
1. Add Firebase to Android project
2. Configure google-services.json
3. Add FCM dependencies to build.gradle
4. Create FirebaseMessagingService subclass
5. Implement onMessageReceived for notification handling
6. Request notification permission (Android 13+)
7. Create notification channels for Android 8.0+
8. Generate and send FCM token to backend
9. Handle token refresh in onNewToken
10. Implement notification display with NotificationManager
11. Add notification actions and intents
12. Configure deep linking for notification taps
13. Implement data messages for silent notifications
14. Test notifications with Firebase Console
15. Set up analytics for notification engagement

**Outputs**:
- FCM service implementation
- Notification channel configuration
- Token management system
- Deep linking integration
- Notification templates
- Testing and analytics setup

**References**: Firebase Cloud Messaging, NotificationManager, Android Notifications

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### 4. UI/UX Implementation & Design

#### Process: Responsive Mobile Layout Implementation
**Description**: Create responsive layouts that adapt to different screen sizes and orientations.

**Inputs**:
- Design specifications for multiple screen sizes
- Target devices and breakpoints
- Orientation requirements
- Accessibility guidelines

**Process Steps**:
1. Analyze design breakpoints and device targets
2. Create responsive layout utilities and helpers
3. Implement flexible layouts (ConstraintLayout, Flexbox)
4. Use dimension resources and scale factors
5. Implement orientation-specific layouts
6. Create size-specific UI variations (phone, tablet)
7. Test on multiple device sizes and densities
8. Implement safe area handling (notches, rounded corners)
9. Use responsive typography scaling
10. Test in landscape and portrait modes
11. Implement foldable device support (if applicable)
12. Verify touch target sizes (44pt iOS, 48dp Android)
13. Test with accessibility settings (large text)
14. Document responsive design decisions
15. Create device testing matrix

**Outputs**:
- Responsive layout implementations
- Device-specific layouts
- Orientation handling code
- Touch target compliance report
- Device testing results
- Responsive design documentation

**References**: ConstraintLayout, Auto Layout, Responsive Design Principles

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#### Process: Mobile Animation and Interaction Design
**Description**: Implement engaging animations and micro-interactions following platform guidelines.

**Inputs**:
- Animation specifications from design
- Platform animation guidelines
- Performance requirements
- User experience goals

**Process Steps**:
1. Review animation specifications and timing
2. Choose appropriate animation approach:
   - iOS: Core Animation, SwiftUI animations
   - Android: Animation API, Jetpack Compose
   - React Native: Reanimated, Animated API
   - Flutter: Animation controllers, implicit animations
3. Implement screen transition animations
4. Create loading and progress animations
5. Add micro-interactions (button presses, swipes)
6. Implement gesture-driven animations
7. Add spring animations for natural feel
8. Create custom animated components
9. Implement Lottie animations from After Effects
10. Optimize animations for 60fps performance
11. Test on low-end devices
12. Add animation disable option for accessibility
13. Document animation patterns and timings
14. Create animation library for reuse

**Outputs**:
- Animation implementation code
- Lottie animation files
- Gesture handling system
- Performance benchmarks
- Animation library
- UX polish documentation

**References**: Lottie, React Native Reanimated, SwiftUI Animation, Compose Animation

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#### Process: Mobile Accessibility Implementation (WCAG Compliance)
**Description**: Ensure mobile app meets accessibility standards for users with disabilities.

**Inputs**:
- WCAG 2.1 AA requirements
- Platform accessibility guidelines
- Current app implementation
- Accessibility audit findings

**Process Steps**:
1. Audit current accessibility state
2. Implement screen reader support:
   - iOS: VoiceOver labels and hints
   - Android: TalkBack content descriptions
   - Semantic roles and states
3. Ensure minimum touch target sizes (44x44pt, 48x48dp)
4. Implement keyboard navigation support
5. Add support for Dynamic Type / font scaling
6. Ensure color contrast meets WCAG standards (4.5:1)
7. Provide alternative text for images
8. Implement focus indicators for keyboard users
9. Add captions and transcripts for media
10. Support reduce motion preferences
11. Test with screen readers on both platforms
12. Use accessibility scanner tools
13. Create accessibility testing checklist
14. Document accessibility features
15. Conduct user testing with assistive technologies

**Outputs**:
- Accessibility-compliant implementation
- Screen reader optimization
- WCAG compliance report
- Accessibility testing checklist
- Documentation for assistive features
- User testing results

**References**: WCAG 2.1, iOS Accessibility, Android Accessibility, VoiceOver, TalkBack

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### 5. App Store Optimization & Release

#### Process: iOS App Store Submission Workflow
**Description**: Complete workflow for submitting iOS app to Apple App Store.

**Inputs**:
- Signed IPA file
- App metadata and descriptions
- Screenshots for all device sizes
- App Store Connect credentials
- Review guidelines checklist

**Process Steps**:
1. Verify app compliance with App Store Review Guidelines
2. Create app record in App Store Connect
3. Configure app information (name, subtitle, category)
4. Write optimized app description with keywords
5. Prepare screenshots for all required device sizes
6. Create app preview video (optional, 15-30 seconds)
7. Configure pricing and availability
8. Set up in-app purchases (if applicable)
9. Archive app in Xcode with distribution certificate
10. Upload IPA via Xcode or Transporter
11. Complete App Privacy details questionnaire
12. Add age rating and content warnings
13. Submit for review with release notes
14. Monitor review status and respond to feedback
15. Release app (manual or automatic)

**Outputs**:
- Submitted app in App Store Connect
- App Store optimized metadata
- Screenshot and preview assets
- App Privacy questionnaire completion
- Submission checklist and timeline
- Post-submission monitoring plan

**References**: App Store Review Guidelines, App Store Connect, Human Interface Guidelines

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#### Process: Android Play Store Publishing Workflow
**Description**: Complete workflow for publishing Android app to Google Play Store.

**Inputs**:
- Signed AAB (Android App Bundle) file
- Play Store listing content
- Graphic assets and screenshots
- Google Play Console access

**Process Steps**:
1. Review Google Play policy compliance
2. Create app in Google Play Console
3. Upload signed AAB file
4. Complete store listing:
   - App title and short description
   - Full description with keywords
   - Categorization
5. Upload graphic assets (icon, feature graphic)
6. Add screenshots for phone and tablet
7. Create store listing video (optional)
8. Set content rating questionnaire
9. Complete data safety form
10. Configure pricing and distribution
11. Set up in-app products (if applicable)
12. Choose release track (internal, closed, open, production)
13. Configure rollout percentage for staged release
14. Submit for review
15. Monitor review status and rollout metrics

**Outputs**:
- Published app on Google Play Store
- Play Store optimized listing
- Graphic and screenshot assets
- Content rating certificate
- Data safety form completion
- Release and monitoring plan

**References**: Google Play Console, Play Store Guidelines, Material Design

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#### Process: App Store Optimization (ASO) Strategy
**Description**: Optimize app store presence to improve discoverability and conversion rates.

**Inputs**:
- Current app store performance metrics
- Competitor analysis
- Target keywords
- App store listing content

**Process Steps**:
1. Conduct keyword research using ASO tools
2. Analyze competitor apps and rankings
3. Optimize app title with primary keyword
4. Write compelling subtitle/short description
5. Craft full description with secondary keywords
6. Design eye-catching app icon
7. Create compelling first 3 screenshots
8. A/B test screenshots and descriptions (where supported)
9. Optimize for local markets (localization)
10. Monitor keyword rankings and impressions
11. Encourage positive reviews through in-app prompts
12. Respond to user reviews professionally
13. Track conversion rates (impression → install)
14. Iterate based on performance data
15. Update listing for new features and improvements

**Outputs**:
- Keyword research report
- Optimized app store metadata
- A/B testing plan and results
- Localization strategy
- Review management process
- ASO performance dashboard

**References**: App Store Connect, Play Console, ASO Tools (App Annie, Sensor Tower)

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#### Process: Beta Testing and TestFlight/Play Testing Setup
**Description**: Set up and manage beta testing program for pre-release app validation.

**Inputs**:
- Beta-ready app build
- Beta tester list
- Testing objectives
- Feedback collection plan

**Process Steps**:
1. **iOS TestFlight Setup**:
   - Upload build to App Store Connect
   - Complete beta app information
   - Add internal testers (up to 100)
   - Add external testers via email or public link
   - Set up beta tester groups
2. **Android Play Testing Setup**:
   - Upload AAB to Play Console
   - Choose testing track (internal, closed, open)
   - Add tester email lists
   - Configure test feedback options
3. **Beta Management**:
   - Send beta invitations with instructions
   - Monitor crash reports and analytics
   - Collect structured feedback via surveys
   - Conduct beta tester interviews
   - Iterate on beta builds based on feedback
   - Track key metrics (crashes, usage, retention)
4. **Graduation to Production**:
   - Validate beta success criteria
   - Prepare production release
   - Thank and reward beta testers

**Outputs**:
- Configured beta testing environment
- Beta tester recruitment and onboarding
- Feedback collection system
- Bug reports and improvement list
- Beta testing analytics
- Production readiness report

**References**: TestFlight Documentation, Play Console Testing Tracks

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### 6. Performance & Quality Assurance

#### Process: Mobile App Performance Optimization
**Description**: Comprehensive performance analysis and optimization for mobile applications.

**Inputs**:
- App with performance issues
- Performance requirements (FPS, load time, memory)
- Profiling tools access
- User feedback on performance

**Process Steps**:
1. Establish performance baselines and targets:
   - App launch time: < 2 seconds
   - UI frame rate: 60 FPS
   - Memory footprint
   - Network efficiency
   - Battery consumption
2. Profile app performance:
   - iOS: Xcode Instruments (Time Profiler, Allocations)
   - Android: Android Profiler (CPU, Memory, Network)
   - React Native: Flipper performance plugin
   - Flutter: DevTools performance view
3. Optimize app launch time:
   - Defer non-critical initialization
   - Lazy load resources
   - Optimize splash screen
4. Optimize UI rendering:
   - Fix layout issues causing overdraw
   - Implement list virtualization
   - Optimize image loading and caching
   - Reduce unnecessary re-renders
5. Optimize memory usage:
   - Fix memory leaks
   - Optimize image memory usage
   - Implement proper cleanup
6. Optimize network performance:
   - Implement request caching
   - Batch API requests
   - Compress responses
   - Implement offline mode
7. Optimize battery usage:
   - Reduce location accuracy when appropriate
   - Batch network requests
   - Optimize background tasks
8. Test on low-end devices
9. Implement performance monitoring
10. Document optimizations and benchmarks

**Outputs**:
- Performance profiling reports
- Optimization implementation
- Before/after benchmarks
- Performance monitoring dashboard
- Optimization recommendations document
- Device testing matrix results

**References**: Xcode Instruments, Android Profiler, React Native Performance, Flutter DevTools

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#### Process: Mobile App Testing Strategy Implementation
**Description**: Implement comprehensive testing strategy covering unit, integration, and E2E tests.

**Inputs**:
- App functionality specifications
- Testing framework preferences
- Test coverage requirements
- CI/CD pipeline details

**Process Steps**:
1. **Unit Testing Setup**:
   - iOS: XCTest framework
   - Android: JUnit + Mockito
   - React Native: Jest + React Native Testing Library
   - Flutter: flutter_test package
2. **Write Unit Tests**:
   - Test business logic and utilities
   - Mock dependencies and external services
   - Aim for 80%+ coverage of critical paths
   - Test edge cases and error handling
3. **Integration Testing**:
   - Test component interactions
   - Test data layer (database, network)
   - Test state management flows
   - Mock external dependencies
4. **UI/E2E Testing**:
   - iOS: XCUITest
   - Android: Espresso
   - React Native: Detox
   - Flutter: integration_test package
5. **Write UI Test Scenarios**:
   - Test critical user journeys
   - Test happy paths and error scenarios
   - Test navigation flows
   - Test form validation
6. **Set Up Test Automation**:
   - Integrate tests into CI pipeline
   - Run tests on pull requests
   - Generate test coverage reports
   - Set up device farm testing (optional)
7. **Manual Testing Checklist**:
   - Device compatibility testing
   - OS version testing
   - Network condition testing
   - Accessibility testing
8. Document testing strategy and procedures

**Outputs**:
- Comprehensive test suite (unit, integration, E2E)
- Test coverage reports
- CI/CD test integration
- Manual testing checklists
- Device testing matrix
- Testing documentation

**References**: XCTest, JUnit, Jest, Detox, Espresso, Flutter Testing

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#### Process: Mobile Security Implementation and Audit
**Description**: Implement security best practices and conduct security audit for mobile applications.

**Inputs**:
- Current app implementation
- Security requirements
- Compliance needs (OWASP Mobile Top 10)
- Sensitive data handling requirements

**Process Steps**:
1. **Conduct Security Audit**:
   - Review OWASP Mobile Top 10 vulnerabilities
   - Identify sensitive data flows
   - Review authentication mechanisms
   - Check for insecure data storage
   - Analyze network security
   - Check for code vulnerabilities
2. **Implement Data Protection**:
   - Encrypt sensitive data at rest
   - Use Keychain (iOS) / KeyStore (Android) for credentials
   - Implement certificate pinning
   - Use HTTPS for all network communications
   - Implement proper session management
3. **Implement Authentication Security**:
   - Use OAuth 2.0 / OpenID Connect
   - Implement biometric authentication
   - Secure token storage
   - Implement token refresh mechanism
   - Add session timeout
4. **Code Security**:
   - Obfuscate code (ProGuard/R8 for Android)
   - Implement jailbreak/root detection
   - Protect API keys (use backend proxy)
   - Remove logging in production builds
   - Implement tamper detection
5. **Network Security**:
   - Implement certificate pinning
   - Validate SSL certificates
   - Encrypt sensitive request/response data
   - Implement request signing
6. **Test Security**:
   - Penetration testing
   - Code review for vulnerabilities
   - Use security scanning tools
   - Test authentication flows
7. Document security measures and policies

**Outputs**:
- Security audit report
- Security implementation code
- Certificate pinning configuration
- Authentication security implementation
- Security testing results
- Security documentation and policies

**References**: OWASP Mobile Security Project, Keychain Services, Android KeyStore

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### 7. Mobile DevOps & CI/CD

#### Process: Mobile CI/CD Pipeline Setup with Fastlane
**Description**: Automate build, test, and deployment workflows using Fastlane.

**Inputs**:
- Repository access
- App Store Connect / Play Console credentials
- Code signing certificates and profiles
- CI platform choice (GitHub Actions, Bitrise, CircleCI)

**Process Steps**:
1. Install and initialize Fastlane
2. Configure Fastfile with lanes:
   - `test`: Run unit and UI tests
   - `beta`: Build and deploy to TestFlight/Play Testing
   - `release`: Build and deploy to production
3. Set up iOS code signing:
   - Use Fastlane Match for certificate management
   - Configure provisioning profiles
   - Set up keychain access in CI
4. Set up Android code signing:
   - Configure signing key and keystore
   - Store credentials securely
5. Configure automated screenshots with Fastlane Snapshot
6. Set up metadata management with Fastlane Deliver/Supply
7. Integrate Fastlane with CI platform
8. Configure build triggers (on PR, on merge, scheduled)
9. Set up notifications (Slack, email) for build status
10. Implement version numbering automation
11. Configure automated changelog generation
12. Set up staged rollouts
13. Implement rollback procedures
14. Document CI/CD workflows

**Outputs**:
- Fastlane configuration (Fastfile, Appfile)
- CI/CD pipeline configuration files
- Code signing setup
- Automated deployment workflows
- Build and release documentation
- Rollback procedures

**References**: Fastlane Documentation, Fastlane Match, GitHub Actions

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#### Process: Automated Mobile App Release Management
**Description**: Manage app releases with versioning, changelog generation, and deployment automation.

**Inputs**:
- Version numbering scheme
- Release notes requirements
- Deployment targets (beta, production)
- Approval workflows

**Process Steps**:
1. Define semantic versioning strategy (major.minor.patch)
2. Automate version number incrementation
3. Generate changelog from commit messages or PRs
4. Create release branches following Git workflow
5. Run pre-release checks:
   - All tests passing
   - Code signing valid
   - No critical bugs
   - Security scan clean
6. Build release candidates
7. Deploy to beta testing (TestFlight/Play Testing)
8. Collect beta feedback and metrics
9. Make go/no-go decision for production
10. Create production release builds
11. Submit to app stores or staged rollout
12. Monitor crash rates and key metrics
13. Create Git tags for releases
14. Archive build artifacts
15. Document release and notify stakeholders

**Outputs**:
- Automated release pipeline
- Version management system
- Changelog generation
- Release candidate builds
- Production release artifacts
- Release documentation and notifications

**References**: Semantic Versioning, Git Flow, Fastlane Release Management

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#### Process: Mobile App Analytics and Crash Reporting Setup
**Description**: Implement comprehensive analytics and crash reporting for production monitoring.

**Inputs**:
- Analytics requirements
- Key metrics and events to track
- Crash reporting service choice
- Privacy compliance requirements

**Process Steps**:
1. **Choose Analytics Platform**:
   - Firebase Analytics (free, comprehensive)
   - Mixpanel (product analytics)
   - Amplitude (behavioral analytics)
   - Segment (data aggregation)
2. **Implement Analytics SDK**:
   - Add SDK dependencies
   - Initialize SDK on app launch
   - Configure user properties
   - Implement event tracking
3. **Define Event Taxonomy**:
   - Screen views
   - User actions (button clicks, form submissions)
   - Business events (purchase, signup)
   - Technical events (errors, timeouts)
4. **Implement Crash Reporting**:
   - Firebase Crashlytics
   - Sentry
   - Bugsnag
5. **Configure Crash Reporting**:
   - Initialize SDK
   - Add custom crash keys
   - Set user identifiers
   - Configure breadcrumbs
   - Test crash reporting
6. **Set Up Performance Monitoring**:
   - Track app startup time
   - Monitor screen load times
   - Track API response times
   - Monitor custom traces
7. **Create Analytics Dashboards**:
   - User engagement metrics
   - Feature adoption
   - Conversion funnels
   - Retention cohorts
8. **Configure Alerts**:
   - Crash rate thresholds
   - Error rate alerts
   - Performance degradation alerts
9. **Ensure Privacy Compliance**:
   - Implement user consent flows
   - Configure data retention
   - Anonymize PII
   - Document data collection
10. Test analytics and crash reporting

**Outputs**:
- Analytics SDK integration
- Event tracking implementation
- Crash reporting setup
- Performance monitoring configuration
- Analytics dashboards
- Privacy compliance documentation

**References**: Firebase Analytics, Crashlytics, Mixpanel, Amplitude, Sentry

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### 8. Backend Integration & Data Management

#### Process: REST API Integration Architecture
**Description**: Implement robust REST API integration with proper architecture and error handling.

**Inputs**:
- API documentation and endpoints
- Authentication requirements
- Data models
- Offline functionality requirements

**Process Steps**:
1. Design API client architecture:
   - Network layer abstraction
   - Repository pattern
   - Data transfer objects (DTOs)
2. Choose HTTP client library:
   - iOS: URLSession or Alamofire
   - Android: Retrofit + OkHttp
   - React Native: Axios or React Query
   - Flutter: Dio
3. Implement API client singleton/provider
4. Configure base URL and environment switching
5. Implement authentication:
   - Bearer token management
   - Token refresh mechanism
   - Automatic retry on 401
6. Implement request interceptors:
   - Add auth headers
   - Add common headers
   - Log requests (debug only)
7. Implement response interceptors:
   - Parse responses
   - Handle errors globally
   - Log responses (debug only)
8. Create API service classes for endpoints
9. Implement proper error handling:
   - Network errors
   - Server errors (4xx, 5xx)
   - Timeout handling
   - Parsing errors
10. Implement request/response caching
11. Implement offline queue for critical requests
12. Add request retry logic with exponential backoff
13. Implement request cancellation
14. Write tests for API client
15. Document API integration

**Outputs**:
- API client implementation
- Repository layer
- Error handling system
- Caching strategy
- Offline support implementation
- API integration tests
- API documentation

**References**: URLSession, Alamofire, Retrofit, Axios, Dio, Repository Pattern

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#### Process: GraphQL API Integration with Apollo Client
**Description**: Implement GraphQL API integration using Apollo Client or similar libraries.

**Inputs**:
- GraphQL API schema and endpoint
- Authentication requirements
- Required queries and mutations
- Caching requirements

**Process Steps**:
1. Choose GraphQL client:
   - iOS: Apollo iOS
   - Android: Apollo Android
   - React Native: Apollo Client
   - Flutter: graphql_flutter
2. Install and configure GraphQL client
3. Set up code generation from schema
4. Configure Apollo client with endpoint
5. Implement authentication link:
   - Add auth headers
   - Token refresh mechanism
6. Implement error handling link
7. Configure caching policy
8. Write GraphQL queries (.graphql files)
9. Write GraphQL mutations
10. Generate type-safe code from queries
11. Implement query execution in views/screens
12. Implement optimistic updates for mutations
13. Configure cache updates after mutations
14. Implement subscriptions for real-time data
15. Test GraphQL integration
16. Document GraphQL usage patterns

**Outputs**:
- Apollo Client configuration
- GraphQL queries and mutations
- Generated type-safe code
- Cache configuration
- Real-time subscription implementation
- GraphQL integration tests
- Usage documentation

**References**: Apollo Client, Apollo iOS, graphql_flutter, GraphQL Best Practices

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#### Process: Firebase Backend Integration
**Description**: Integrate Firebase backend services for authentication, database, storage, and more.

**Inputs**:
- Firebase project configuration
- Required Firebase services
- Data structure requirements
- Security rules requirements

**Process Steps**:
1. Create Firebase project in console
2. Add app to Firebase project (iOS and/or Android)
3. Download and add configuration files:
   - iOS: GoogleService-Info.plist
   - Android: google-services.json
4. Install Firebase SDK dependencies
5. Initialize Firebase in app
6. **Firebase Authentication**:
   - Implement sign-in methods (email, social, phone)
   - Handle authentication state
   - Implement profile management
7. **Cloud Firestore**:
   - Design data model and collections
   - Implement CRUD operations
   - Set up real-time listeners
   - Configure security rules
8. **Firebase Storage**:
   - Implement file upload/download
   - Configure storage security rules
   - Implement progress tracking
9. **Firebase Cloud Functions** (optional):
   - Implement backend logic
   - Set up triggers
10. **Firebase Crashlytics**:
    - Initialize crash reporting
    - Add custom logs
11. **Firebase Analytics**:
    - Implement event tracking
    - Set user properties
12. **Firebase Remote Config**:
    - Configure remote parameters
    - Implement feature flags
13. Test Firebase integration
14. Deploy security rules
15. Document Firebase architecture

**Outputs**:
- Firebase SDK integration
- Authentication implementation
- Firestore database structure and security rules
- Storage integration with security rules
- Cloud Functions (if applicable)
- Crashlytics and Analytics setup
- Firebase architecture documentation

**References**: Firebase Documentation, Firebase iOS SDK, Firebase Android SDK

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#### Process: Offline-First Mobile App Architecture
**Description**: Implement offline-first architecture for mobile apps that work without network connectivity.

**Inputs**:
- App data requirements
- Sync strategy
- Conflict resolution approach
- Storage capacity considerations

**Process Steps**:
1. Design offline data architecture:
   - Local database as source of truth
   - Sync queue for pending operations
   - Conflict resolution strategy
2. Choose local storage solution:
   - iOS: Core Data, Realm
   - Android: Room, Realm
   - React Native: WatermelonDB, Realm
   - Flutter: Hive, Drift
3. Implement local database schema
4. Create data synchronization service
5. Implement network detection:
   - Monitor connectivity status
   - Show offline indicator
6. Implement optimistic updates:
   - Update UI immediately
   - Queue operations for sync
7. Implement sync queue:
   - Store pending operations
   - Retry on connectivity
   - Handle sync failures
8. Implement data sync logic:
   - Download data when online
   - Upload pending changes
   - Handle sync conflicts
9. Implement conflict resolution:
   - Last-write-wins
   - Custom merge strategies
   - User conflict resolution UI
10. Implement cache invalidation
11. Handle storage limits (cache pruning)
12. Add background sync capabilities
13. Test offline functionality thoroughly
14. Document offline behavior
15. Create user guidance for offline mode

**Outputs**:
- Offline-first architecture implementation
- Local database with sync
- Sync queue system
- Conflict resolution logic
- Network detection and offline UI
- Background sync configuration
- Offline testing results
- User documentation

**References**: Offline-First Design, WatermelonDB, Realm Sync, Room Database

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## Process Implementation Notes

### Orchestration Considerations

When implementing these processes with the Babysitter SDK:

1. **Task Types**:
   - Use `agent` tasks for code implementation, analysis, and decision-making
   - Use `skill` tasks for specialized operations (code generation, testing)
   - Use `breakpoint` tasks for human review gates (design approval, security review)
   - Use `node` tasks for automation (CI/CD triggers, API calls)

2. **Quality Gates**:
   - Code review breakpoints before merge
   - Design review for UI implementation
   - Security audit before production release
   - Performance benchmarking verification
   - App store submission checklist approval

3. **Inputs and Outputs**:
   - Standardize JSON schemas for process inputs
   - Store design files and specifications in structured format
   - Archive build artifacts systematically
   - Document API contracts and data models

4. **Integration Points**:
   - Connect with design tools (Figma, Sketch)
   - Integrate with CI/CD platforms (GitHub Actions, Bitrise)
   - Link with app stores (App Store Connect, Play Console)
   - Connect with analytics platforms (Firebase, Amplitude)
   - Integrate with crash reporting (Crashlytics, Sentry)
   - Link with project management (Jira, Linear)

5. **Reusability**:
   - Create modular component libraries
   - Build reusable API client templates
   - Share common architecture patterns
   - Create boilerplate project templates
   - Build testing framework templates

6. **Platform Considerations**:
   - Handle iOS and Android differences gracefully
   - Implement platform-specific code when necessary
   - Test on both platforms for cross-platform projects
   - Follow platform-specific guidelines (HIG, Material Design)

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## Summary

**Process Count**: 32 distinct Mobile Product Development processes

**Categories**:
1. Cross-Platform Development & Architecture (3 processes)
2. Native iOS Development (3 processes)
3. Native Android Development (3 processes)
4. UI/UX Implementation & Design (3 processes)
5. App Store Optimization & Release (4 processes)
6. Performance & Quality Assurance (3 processes)
7. Mobile DevOps & CI/CD (3 processes)
8. Backend Integration & Data Management (4 processes)

**Key Platforms and Technologies Covered**:
- **iOS**: Swift, SwiftUI, UIKit, Core Data, Xcode, TestFlight
- **Android**: Kotlin, Jetpack Compose, Room, Firebase, Play Console
- **React Native**: TypeScript, React Navigation, Redux, Fastlane
- **Flutter**: Dart, Bloc/Provider, Dio, Firebase
- **Backend**: REST, GraphQL, Firebase, Apollo Client
- **DevOps**: Fastlane, CI/CD, App Store Connect, Play Console
- **Testing**: XCTest, JUnit, Jest, Detox, Espresso
- **Analytics**: Firebase Analytics, Crashlytics, Mixpanel, Amplitude

**Primary Focus Areas**:
- Native iOS and Android app development
- Cross-platform development with React Native and Flutter
- Modern UI frameworks (SwiftUI, Jetpack Compose)
- App store submission and optimization (ASO)
- Mobile performance optimization and testing
- CI/CD automation with Fastlane
- Backend integration (REST, GraphQL, Firebase)
- Offline-first architecture and data sync
- Security implementation and compliance
- Analytics and crash reporting
- Responsive design and accessibility
- Push notifications (APNs, FCM)

**Development Lifecycle Coverage**:
- Project setup and configuration
- Architecture and design patterns
- UI/UX implementation
- Backend integration
- Local data persistence
- Testing (unit, integration, E2E)
- Performance optimization
- Security implementation
- CI/CD automation
- App store submission
- Beta testing programs
- Production monitoring
- Release management

These processes provide a comprehensive toolkit for AI agents and development teams to execute mobile product development workflows systematically using the Babysitter SDK orchestration framework, covering the full spectrum from native iOS/Android development to cross-platform solutions with React Native and Flutter.
