App Store Connect submission in iOS Swift - Practice Problems & Coding Challenges

Challenge - 5 Problems

🧠 Conceptual

intermediate

What is the first step to submit an iOS app to App Store Connect?

You have finished developing your iOS app. What is the very first thing you must do to prepare your app for submission to App Store Connect?

A Create an App Store Connect record for your app and fill in its metadata.

B Upload your app binary directly to the App Store without any setup.

C Publish your app on the App Store before testing it.

D Send your app files to Apple via email for review.

💡 Hint

Think about what you need to do before uploading your app binary.

Before uploading your app, you must create an app record in App Store Connect. This record holds your app's name, description, screenshots, and other important info.

❓ ui_behavior

intermediate

What happens after you upload your app build to App Store Connect?

After successfully uploading your app build using Xcode or Transporter, what is the next step you will see in App Store Connect?

A Your app is immediately published on the App Store without review.

B You must manually email Apple to request app review.

C Your build will appear under the 'TestFlight' tab for beta testing or under 'App Store' for submission.

D Your app build is deleted automatically after upload.

💡 Hint

Think about how you test your app before public release.

Uploaded builds appear in App Store Connect. You can use them for beta testing with TestFlight or submit them for App Store review.

❓ lifecycle

advanced

How long does the App Store review process usually take?

After submitting your app for review in App Store Connect, how long does it typically take for Apple to review and approve your app?

A Apple does not review apps; they are published automatically.

B Instant approval immediately after submission.

C At least 30 days before any feedback.

D Usually 1 to 3 days, but it can vary depending on app complexity and Apple’s workload.

💡 Hint

Think about the real-world waiting time after submission.

Apple reviews apps to ensure quality and safety. This usually takes a few days but can be longer for complex apps or during busy times.

❓ navigation

advanced

Where do you set the app’s pricing and availability in App Store Connect?

In App Store Connect, where do you configure your app’s price and the countries where it will be available?

A In the 'Pricing and Availability' section of your app’s App Store Connect record.

B In the Xcode project settings before uploading the build.

C In the Apple Developer portal under Certificates.

D You cannot set pricing; all apps are free by default.

💡 Hint

Think about where you manage app details after upload.

The 'Pricing and Availability' section lets you choose your app’s price tier and select countries or regions where it will be sold.

🔧 Debug

expert

What error will you see if your app’s Info.plist is missing the required 'CFBundleIdentifier' key during submission?

You try to upload your app build to App Store Connect but it fails. The Info.plist file is missing the 'CFBundleIdentifier' key. What error message will you most likely see?

A ERROR ITMS-90210: "Provisioning profile expired"

B ERROR ITMS-90035: "Missing Info.plist key: CFBundleIdentifier"

C ERROR ITMS-90123: "Invalid app icon size"

D ERROR ITMS-90345: "Missing launch storyboard"

💡 Hint

Think about what unique identifier every app must have.

The CFBundleIdentifier is a required key that uniquely identifies your app. Missing it causes a specific error during upload.