Starting Proxed: Building the iOS AI API Protection I Need
I'm thrilled to share the start of Proxed—an iOS Proxy API with DeviceCheck integration. My goal is to solve some of the biggest headaches in working with AI models on iOS.
#The Problem
Anyone who's developed AI-driven iOS apps knows the pain of juggling multiple interfaces, managing API keys across different products, and endlessly worrying about how to protect those keys. Current tooling is fragmented and unwieldy. Developers deserve a simpler, unified approach to safely integrate AI into their mobile apps.
#What We're Building
Proxed is designed to be your secure gateway for AI calls on iOS. Core features include:
- Secure Key Management: Protect your API keys behind a proxy, minimising exposure within your app
- DeviceCheck Integration: Automatically verify genuine iOS devices, preventing illegitimate requests
- Structured Responses: Define schemas and get neatly validated outputs, streamlining your AI workflows
- Usage Tracking: Monitor usage to help manage costs and optimise performance
#Open Source First
The best tools grow from real-world collaboration and feedback. That's why Proxed is open source. You can explore the code on GitHub and contribute your ideas, bug reports, and pull requests. Together, we can shape a platform that meets our shared needs.
#Initial Focus
For this initial phase, I'm focusing on:
- Core Platform Architecture
- DeviceCheck Integration
- Structured Responses
As these elements stabilise, I'll expand on them to provide even more features for AI-driven apps.
#Get Involved
If you're passionate about making AI on iOS simpler and more secure, here's how to keep track:
- Check out the code on GitHub
- Follow our progress on X
- Learn more about my background and vision for Proxed on our about page
I look forward to your insights and contributions as we build Proxed into a robust solution for iOS AI developers!
