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Requirements

• Bushel requires an Apple Silicon Mac with macOS Sonoma 14.0 or later

Getting Started

1. Onboarding & Library Creation After onboarding, users create a Library to manage macOS restore images, essential for setting up virtual machines.

2. Importing Restore Images Users import restore images manually or via the Hub , which are then displayed in the Library for VM creation.

3. Creating a New Machine Users proceed to set up a virtual machine using the imported restore image, starting the installation process.

4. Starting the VM & Snapshot Functionality Users start the VM and utilize the snapshot feature for state capture and rollback.

For more details please checkout our support page or please feel free to contact us.

What is Bushel

Bushel presents a groundbreaking macOS virtual machine app, tailored exclusively for developers. Offering seamless testing, rollback capabilities, and diverse OS configurations, Bushel elevates the app development experience. Dive into the future of app creation with Bushel - where versatility meets efficiency, transforming the landscape of macOS app development.

Press Coverage and Releases

Bushel v1.2.0 Launches Just in Time for macOS 15 Beta and WWDC 2024

June 5, 2024

New update is perfect for developers testing and building for the next version of macOS, with enhanced performance, feature requests, and improved document management.

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CompileSwift - macOS Virtual Machines with Bushel, and SwiftData with Leo Dion

January 14, 2024

A conversation between two developers discussing Bushel, an app developed by Leo. Leo explains Bushel is designed as a valuable tool for developers, allowing users to spin up an entire VM of an operating system, trial something, and, if it doesn't work, delete the VM without causing any issue to the primary system. Bushel also uses the newly released Swift Data for managing database functions. Leo shares his experiences building the app, including challenges initially using ‘User Defaults’ for data storage and navigating the sandboxing system.

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Introducing Bushel: Revolutionizing macOS App Dev with a Groundbreaking Virtual Machine Experience

December 6, 2023

Discover Bushel, the game-changing macOS virtual machine app designed to streamline app testing and development. Enjoy seamless OS version management, rollback features, and diverse configurations, all in one user-friendly platform.

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Features

• Screenshot and Screen Recording Take a recording or screenshot of what your are doing on your virtual machine and share it with others.

• Virtual Machine Customization Tailor your virtual machine to your exact needs. Choose your desired macOS version, configure CPU, memory, and disk space, and optimize your development environment for peak performance.

• Library & Hubs Integration Store and access macOS restore images (.ipsw files) conveniently in your Library. Expand your horizons by connecting to online Hubs for a vast collection of macOS versions. Streamlining the setup of your virtual machine has never been this easy.

• Snapshot Management The Snapshot feature is your safety net for testing and experimentation. Capture your virtual machine's precise state at any moment, whether you're trying out a script, adjusting settings, or safeguarding your (virtual) machine from potential mishaps. Enjoy the freedom to test, break, and roll back with confidence.

• Testing Across macOS Versions Ensure your app's compatibility and performance across various macOS releases. Test, simulate, and fine-tune your projects with ease, knowing you have the complete, native capabilities of the operating system at your disposal.

• Script Testing Run startup scripts on a fresh virtual machine without worrying about damaging your physical machine. Bushel offers a risk-free environment for script testing, making it a breeze to debug and perfect your scripts.

• Easy Localization & Accessibility Testing Explore different localizations and accessibility settings effortlessly. Perform UX testing for every locale and language that Apple supports, enhancing your app's global reach.

• macOS Restore Image Management Simplify macOS version installations with efficient management of restore images. Bushel ensures smooth OS installations and reduces setup time, allowing you to focus on development. Bushel Pro Subscription:

Pricing

Bushel is completely free to use.

Upgrading to Bushel Pro includes enhanced capabilities, including: