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New TestFlight SDK Adds Useful Features for iOS Developers and Testers

Posted September 12, 2011 at 3:34pm by iClarified · 8330 views
TestFlight, an over-the-air iOS app distribution service, has released a new SDK to help developers test their applications. By using the new SDK developers can take advantage of new features such as:

Sessions
Discover how testers are using your application. Watch as they progress and take unexpected turns.

Crash Reports
Reported in realtime, with environment snapshots and full session activity.

In-App Questions
The most effective way to get tester feedback. Get the answers you need by asking questions the moment a checkpoint is passed.

Checkpoints
Place checkpoints throughout your app to see how far testers are getting, confirm which areas are popular and reveal ones that need more testing.

Remote Logging
NSLog(@"All your logs are belong to us"); //No extra work: NSLogs are instantly attached to your session and crash reports.

In-App Updates
Prompt testers to install the latest version of your app. This is the easiest way for your testers to take advantage of installing on the fly.

Both developers can testers can sign up at testflightapp.com. The service is currently being offered free of charge.

Read More [via TechCrunch]