Upon reviewing the provided PomPadDoMobileUITests code snippet, I've identified several areas that could be improved for better maintainability, readability, and reliability. Below are my observations and recommendations:

1. Redundant Locale Checks:

   app.popovers.textFields[locale == "ru" ? "Наименование задачи" : "Task name"].tap()
   app.popovers.textFields[locale == "ru" ? "Наименование задачи" : "Task name"].typeText(locale == "ru" ? "Купить кофе" : "Buy coffee")

   • Issue: The locale check locale == "ru" is repeated multiple times, which violates the DRY (Don't Repeat Yourself) principle and makes the code harder to maintain.
   • Recommendation: Extract the localized strings into variables or use a localization helper to streamline the code. For example:

     let taskNamePlaceholder = locale == "ru" ? "Наименование задачи" : "Task name"
     let taskName = locale == "ru" ? "Купить кофе" : "Buy coffee"
     
     let taskNameField = app.popovers.textFields[taskNamePlaceholder]
     taskNameField.tap()
     taskNameField.typeText(taskName)

2. Hardcoded Locale Logic in Tests:

   • Issue: Embedding locale-specific logic directly within UI tests can make the tests brittle and harder to scale, especially when supporting additional languages in the future.
   • Recommendation: Consider parameterizing the tests to run for different locales or utilize localization files within the test targets. This approach separates test logic from localization specifics and enhances scalability.

     func testAddTask(locale: String) {
         let taskNamePlaceholder = NSLocalizedString("TaskNamePlaceholder", comment: "")
         let taskName = NSLocalizedString("BuyCoffee", comment: "")
         
         let taskNameField = app.popovers.textFields[taskNamePlaceholder]
         taskNameField.tap()
         taskNameField.typeText(taskName)
         // ...
     }

3. Use of forceTap():

   app.toolbars["Toolbar"].buttons["AddTaskToInboxButton"].forceTap()

   • Issue: The method forceTap() suggests that it's overriding or bypassing some default accessibility checks. This might lead to flakiness if the UI changes or if the element isn't intractable as expected.
   • Recommendation: Prefer using the standard tap() method provided by XCTest unless there's a compelling reason to use a customized tap. If forceTap() is necessary, ensure it's robustly implemented to handle various UI states.

     app.toolbars["Toolbar"].buttons["AddTaskToInboxButton"].tap()

4. Unresolved @START_MENU_TOKEN@ Comments:

   app/*@START_MENU_TOKEN@*/.buttons["SaveTask"]/*[[".otherElements["SaveTask"].buttons.firstMatch",".otherElements",".buttons["OK"]",".buttons["SaveTask"]"],[[[-1,3],[-1,2],[-1,1,1],[-1,0]],[[-1,3],[-1,2]]],[0]]@END_MENU_TOKEN@*/.tap()

   • Issue: The presence of @START_MENU_TOKEN@ and related comments indicates that the code might have been auto-generated or not fully refined. This can introduce ambiguities and maintenance challenges.
   • Recommendation: Clean up the code by removing these comments and ensuring that the selector accurately targets the desired UI element. For instance:

     app.buttons["SaveTask"].tap()

     Ensure that the identifier "SaveTask" uniquely identifies the button. If not, consider using more specific accessibility identifiers.

5. Snapshot Placement and Naming:

   snapshot("07InboxTask")

   • Issue: While capturing snapshots can be beneficial for visual regression testing, it's essential to ensure that snapshots are meaningful and appropriately named to reflect the app's state.
   • Recommendation: Verify that the snapshot is capturing the correct UI state and that the naming convention aligns with the test documentation. Additionally, ensure that snapshot testing is integrated effectively within the CI/CD pipeline to catch unintended UI changes.

6. Expectation Description Clarity:

   let exp3 = expectation(description: "Test after 5 seconds")

   • Issue: The description "Test after 5 seconds" is vague and doesn't clearly state what the expectation is waiting for.
   • Recommendation: Use more descriptive expectation descriptions to improve test readability and debugging. For example:

     let taskSaveExpectation = expectation(description: "Task is saved and appears in the inbox after 5 seconds")

7. Overall Test Reliability:

   • Issue: Ensure that all UI interactions are resilient to changes and that the tests clean up after themselves to avoid flaky results.
   • Recommendation: Incorporate proper waiting mechanisms (like waitForExistence or expectations) to handle asynchronous UI updates. Additionally, consider using accessibility identifiers instead of labels or placeholders to make element selection more reliable.

8. Code Formatting and Consistency:

   • Issue: Maintain consistent indentation and spacing to enhance code readability.
   • Recommendation: Use Xcode’s built-in formatting tools or linters to automatically format the code. Consistent formatting helps in maintaining and reviewing the codebase effectively.

By addressing the points above, the UI tests will become more maintainable, reliable, and easier to understand. Implementing these recommendations can lead to a more robust testing suite that effectively catches UI regressions and ensures a smoother user experience.

Thank you for submitting your pull request for review. Below are some observations and suggestions regarding the changes you've made:

1. Consistency in MARKETING_VERSION

• Observation: The MARKETING_VERSION is being updated from 1.2 to 1.3 in several targets (e.g., iOS, watchOS, macOS) but remains unchanged at 1.0 in others.

• Suggestion:

  • Ensure Consistent Versioning: Verify whether the version increments across all targets are intentional. If different targets (like extensions or separate platforms) are meant to have different version numbers, ensure this aligns with your versioning strategy.
  • Centralize Version Management: Consider managing the MARKETING_VERSION from a centralized configuration (e.g., a shared configuration file or using environment variables) to maintain consistency across all targets and reduce the risk of discrepancies.

2. Updating CURRENT_PROJECT_VERSION

• Observation: The CURRENT_PROJECT_VERSION is consistently incremented from 32 to 33 across all targets.

• Suggestion:

  • Semantic Versioning: Ensure that the increment aligns with semantic versioning principles. For example, determine if this change represents a major, minor, or patch update.
  • Automate Version Incrementation: To prevent manual errors, consider automating the version bump process using scripts or tools like agvtool or SwiftVersion.

3. Review of CODE_SIGN_ENTITLEMENTS Paths

• Observation: The CODE_SIGN_ENTITLEMENTS paths vary across different targets (e.g., "PomPadDoWidgetsExtension.entitlements", "PomPadDo.mobile/PomPadDo_mobile.entitlements", "PomPadDo.watch Watch App/PomPadDo.watch Watch App.entitlements").

• Suggestion:

  • Path Validation: Double-check that each entitlements file path is correct and points to the intended file. Incorrect paths can lead to code signing issues.
  • Consistency in Naming: Ensure that the naming conventions for entitlements files are consistent across targets to improve maintainability.

4. Deployment Targets

• Observation: The IPHONEOS_DEPLOYMENT_TARGET and MACOSX_DEPLOYMENT_TARGET are set to 18.1 and 14.5 respectively.

• Suggestion:

  • Compatibility Check: Confirm that these deployment targets are compatible with your user base. Supporting older versions might be necessary depending on your audience.
  • Documentation Update: Update your project’s documentation to reflect these deployment targets, ensuring clarity for team members and future maintenance.

5. Framework Paths in LD_RUNPATH_SEARCH_PATHS

• Observation: The LD_RUNPATH_SEARCH_PATHS include paths like "@executable_path/Frameworks" and "@executable_path/../../Frameworks".

• Suggestion:

  • Path Optimization: Ensure that these paths are necessary for all targets. Unnecessary search paths can increase build times and potentially introduce conflicts.
  • Use of Project Variables: Where possible, utilize project variables or macros to define common paths, enhancing maintainability and reducing hard-coded strings.

6. Hardening Runtime Enabled for macOS Targets

• Observation: The macOS targets have ENABLE_HARDENED_RUNTIME set to YES.

• Suggestion:

  • Evaluation of Necessity: Ensure that enabling the hardened runtime is necessary for your macOS targets, especially if you rely on libraries or frameworks that might not be compatible.
  • Testing Post-Change: After enabling hardened runtime, thoroughly test your macOS applications to ensure there are no runtime issues or exclusions.

7. Dead Code Stripping

• Observation: DEAD_CODE_STRIPPING is enabled across various targets.

• Suggestion:

  • Verify Impact: While dead code stripping can reduce the app size, ensure that it doesn’t inadvertently remove necessary code, especially if you use dynamic code loading or reflection.
  • Testing: Perform comprehensive testing to confirm that essential functionalities remain unaffected by dead code stripping.

8. Framework Dependencies (OTHER_LDFLAGS)

• Observation: Some targets link against SafariServices via OTHER_LDFLAGS.

• Suggestion:

  • Dependency Validation: Ensure that all linked frameworks are necessary and correctly referenced. Unused or incorrectly linked frameworks can lead to build warnings or increased binary size.
  • Modularization: If multiple targets share the same dependencies, consider modularizing them to simplify the project structure.

9. General Best Practices

• Use of Inheritance: In some build settings, "$(inherited)" is used. Ensure that parent configurations are correctly set up to inherit these settings as intended.

• Entitlements Management: Regularly review your entitlements files to ensure they only include necessary permissions, adhering to the principle of least privilege.

• Build Configuration Maintenance: With multiple targets and configurations, maintain clear documentation or use consistent naming conventions to manage complexity effectively.

10. Documentation and Changelog

• Suggestion:
  • Update Changelog: Reflect these version changes in your project’s changelog to keep track of updates and inform users or stakeholders.
  • Versioning Strategy Documentation: Document your versioning strategy to ensure all team members understand the criteria for version increments.

11. Automated Testing and Continuous Integration

• Suggestion:
  • CI Pipeline Validation: Ensure that your continuous integration pipeline runs tests on all targets after these changes to catch any potential issues early.
  • Automated Version Checks: Implement automated checks to verify version consistency across all targets during the CI process.

12. Potential Redundancies

• Observation: Multiple entries for CURRENT_PROJECT_VERSION and MARKETING_VERSION across different targets might introduce redundancy.

• Suggestion:

  • Consolidate Settings: If applicable, consider consolidating these settings to a shared configuration to reduce repetition and the potential for version mismatches.

By addressing the points above, you can enhance the maintainability, consistency, and reliability of your project configurations. Let me know if you need further assistance or clarification on any of these points!