Getting Started
This chapter is the foundation of the whole course: without a developer account, nothing that follows (certificates, submission, monetization) is possible. After finishing it, you will be able to enroll an account on your own, navigate the App Store Connect interface, and configure least-privilege roles for your team.
What This Chapter Solves
- What is the difference between Individual and Organization accounts, and which should I choose?
- What do I need to prepare to enroll in the Apple Developer Program?
- What modules does App Store Connect have, and what does each do?
- Which roles should developers, operations, and finance have?
Learning Goals
After finishing this chapter, you should be able to:
- Explain the key differences among Individual / Organization / Enterprise accounts and choose the right one.
- Complete the enrollment flow on your own (including D-U-N-S and the waiting period).
- Locate Apps, TestFlight, Users and Access, and financial report entries quickly.
- Assign team roles following the principle of least privilege.
Chapter Contents
| Sub-chapter | Content | Suggested time |
|---|---|---|
| Enroll in Apple Developer | Account type comparison, enrollment flow, FAQs | 30 min |
| App Store Connect Interface Overview | Top navigation, app detail page, search & filters | 20 min |
| User Roles & Permissions | Role list, inviting members, best practices | 20 min |
Reading Suggestions
- First-time publishers: read the three sub-chapters in order and follow along in developer.apple.com.
- Experienced users: jump to “User Roles & Permissions” and focus on least-privilege best practices.
- Team leads: plan member permission boundaries in advance.
Your enrollment entity (personal name or company legal name) directly affects how your app is attributed and displayed. Decide before you enroll — switching from Individual to Organization requires re-enrollment.