We're trying to simplify the configuration through a few different means to make setup as straightforward as possible:
- autodetecting available workspaces, projects and schemes so you can setup a project in a couple clicks.
- automatically handle submodule / Cocoapod dependencies within the VM
- autoincrementing build numbers to simplify OTA (this is a pita)
The "use Safari" warning is because the Apple Developer Center can randomly go all pear-shaped when using other browsers. Not sure why - it logically makes no sense - but it happens more often than you think.
one other benefit of this approach is that you can test features without constantly wiping out your reviews and ratings. Because Apple only shows the reviews and ratings for the most recent version in the app store, doing lots of mini-releases can hurt in terms of downloads.
First point of advice would be to take a deep breath and slow way, way down. Everyone is pressuring you because they know you don't have cash and they want to get paid first before everyone else out of a dwindling set of assets. Slow the process down. Time - although it may not seem like it now - is on your side. Don't sell your car, don't take on a consumer loan. Slow down.
Your debt, while big to you, is minimal to the people you are working with, so they should be open to working through the issue with you.
a) Your lawyer, if it's a big firm, probably has a $2-3mm+ book, and a non-collection of $3k isn't going to effect them one bit. S/he has an incentive to work with you to come to an agreement on payment (if any) to maintain the relationship. Treat them with respect and you will get it in return. Deal with this bill last because it will be the easiest to manage.
b) $6k rackspace bill. Escalate the issue through the accounts payable department by explaining the situation and telling them they aren't going to get paid in full. If the first person on the phone doesn't get it, escalate to the next level, then the next level, etc. The gatekeeper's job is to put pressure on you to pay and create anxiety, which they seem to have done.
Once you get someone willing to work with you, fight to reduce the balance and then extend the payables as much as possible. For the value of the balance, figure out what rackspace could get by selling your receivable to a collections agency and offer slightly more - if they get $.18 per dollar owed, agree to pay $.19. Then, stretch the time period as much as possible.
c) Merchant account. This is where I would focus. This is your greatest exposure. Even if you didn't sign a personal guarantee, this could follow you professionally. Get on the phone with the merchant account holder and start dealing. Get the balance down to their cost first (that shouldn't be hard), and then see if you can grind it down farther. They have a loss reserve for this exact reason. Be open and transparent and pay the least amount possible while avoiding getting on the blacklist.
Bankruptcy (I'm not an attorney, so take this with the necessary grain of salt) is the last resort. It's long and painful for everyone involved - including you - and none of your creditors want to go there. Your creditors have an interest in working out your debts with you without going to court.
The guides for set up are here: http://docs.distiller.io/guides/
We're trying to simplify the configuration through a few different means to make setup as straightforward as possible:
- autodetecting available workspaces, projects and schemes so you can setup a project in a couple clicks. - automatically handle submodule / Cocoapod dependencies within the VM - autoincrementing build numbers to simplify OTA (this is a pita)
And if there's any issue around setup, you can get us at [email protected] or hop into chat at https://www.hipchat.com/gCQq5vQ18