Xcode cache

Asked on 03/12/2025

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It seems like you're interested in Xcode caching, particularly in the context of memory management and debugging. At WWDC 2024, there were several sessions that touched on related topics:

  1. Analyze heap memory: This session discussed how to manage memory effectively in Xcode, including caching strategies. For example, there was a segment about fixing a bug related to caching thumbnails based on the wrong timestamp, which led to persistent memory growth. This was addressed by correctly caching based on the file's creation date. You can find more about this in the session Analyze heap memory (18:29).

  2. Xcode essentials: This session covered various aspects of using Xcode efficiently, including debugging and testing, which are crucial for managing cache-related issues. It also discussed the use of Xcode's memory graph debugger to capture memory graphs and analyze allocations, which can be useful for understanding cache behavior.

  3. What’s new in Xcode 16: This session introduced improvements in Xcode 16, such as faster previews and enhanced build processes, which can indirectly affect how caching is handled during development.

If you have specific questions about caching in Xcode or need more detailed information, feel free to ask!

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