introduce mobile dev resources

README.md

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 - [Code Review](guidelines/code-review#guidelines-for-conducting-code-review)
 - [Blogs](guidelines/blog#guidelines-for-writing-blogs)
 
+### Mobile Development
+
+- [IPA Generation](mobile-development/ipa-generation)
+
 ## Credits :raised_hands:
 
 Maintained by [ColoredCow](https://coloredcow.com).

mobile-development/README.md

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+# 📱 Mobile Development
+
+Covers workflows, audit requirements, and app delivery practices for Android and iOS apps built with React Native, Flutter, etc.
+

mobile-development/ipa-generation/README.md

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+# Generating `.ipa` Files for iOS Security Audit  
+
+## Prerequisites  
+Before starting, ensure you have the following:  
+- **A Mac with Xcode installed**  
+- **Apple Developer account** (your client may provide access)  
+- **Access to the app’s source code**  
+- **A valid provisioning profile** (Development, Ad Hoc, or Distribution)  
+- **A working iOS app build** (via `react-native run-ios` or Xcode)  
+
+---  
+
+## Step 1: Archive the App in Xcode  
+1. **Open the iOS project** in Xcode.  
+2. **Select a physical device** (not a simulator) from the top device dropdown.  
+3. **Set Build Configuration to `Release`.**  
+4. From the menu, navigate to:  
+   `Product > Archive`  
+5. Wait for Xcode to complete the build and archiving process.  
+
+---  
+
+## Step 2: Export the `.ipa` File  
+1. After archiving, the **Organizer window** will open automatically.  
+   - If it doesn’t, manually open it via:  
+     `Window > Organizer`  
+2. In the Organizer:  
+   - Select your app archive.  
+   - Click **`Distribute App`**.  
+3. Choose the appropriate option:  
+   - **Development** (for debugging)  
+   - **Ad Hoc/Distribution** (for release testing)  
+4. Follow the export steps and click **`Next`** until prompted.  
+5. Click **`Export`** and save the `.ipa` file.  
+
+---  
+
+## Step 3: Share the `.ipa` with the Auditor  
+After exporting, the folder will contain:  
+- `MyApp.ipa` – the app binary
+- `DistributionSummary.plist` – export metadata
+- `ExportOptions.plist` – export configuration
+- `Packaging.log` – build process log  
+
+### Uploading Instructions:  
+- **Upload the `.ipa` to secure cloud storage** (e.g., Google Drive, Dropbox, OneDrive).  
+- **Avoid random file-sharing links**—ensure sharing permissions are set to:  
+  - **`Anyone with the link can view/download`**  
+- Optionally, **password-protect the folder or link** if sensitive.
+
+---  
+
+> **Note:** For security, avoid sending `.ipa` files via email or unencrypted channels.