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xcrun: Find a tool for a given SDK.
$ xcrun --sdk ${sdk_name}
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The command "xcrun --sdk ${sdk_name}" is used in Xcode, which is an integrated development environment for creating apps on Apple platforms such as iOS, macOS, watchOS, and tvOS.

Here's how the command works:

  1. "xcrun" is a command-line developer tool provided by Xcode. It allows you to run various developer tools and utilities from the command line.

  2. "--sdk" is an option used to specify the software development kit (SDK) you want to use. An SDK is a set of software tools and libraries that developers use to build applications for a specific platform.

  3. "${sdk_name}" is a placeholder that should be replaced with the name of the desired SDK. For example, if you want to use the iOS SDK, the command would be "xcrun --sdk iphoneos".

The command "xcrun --sdk ${sdk_name}" is typically used to execute other developer tools or utilities that are part of a specific SDK. For example, you can use it to compile code, run tests, or perform other tasks related to iOS, macOS, watchOS, or tvOS development.

This explanation was created by an AI. In most cases those are correct. But please always be careful and never run a command you are not sure if it is safe.
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