Can I make desktop application in JavaScript?
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Creating desktop applications was something considered hard not that long ago because you had to learn a language specifically for that purpose such as Java or C++. Luckily, now web developers can create excellent desktop applications using tools that convert your javascript code into valid apps. Let’s see how… Electron is the most popular one, but there are a few more JavaScript frameworks for desktop apps. Differences between them sometimes are significant. Read this guide to compare them and choose the best technology for your next project.
To get started with Electron, check out the resources below. Learn how to wrap your web app with Electron, access all the APIs, and generate installers. Spin up the Quick Start app to see Electron in action:A minimal Electron app with helpful notations. # Clone the Quick Start repository $ git clone https://github.com/electron/electron-quick-start # Go into the repository $ cd electron-quick-start # Install the dependencies and run $ npm install && npm start
Electron Fiddle lets you create and play with small Electron experiments. It greets you with a quick-start template after opening – change a few things, choose the version of Electron you want to run it with, and play around. Then, save your Fiddle either as a GitHub Gist or to a local folder. Once pushed to GitHub, anyone can quickly try your Fiddle out by just entering it in the address bar. Download from GitHub See more info Or dive deeper and read the documentation.Need Help?Ask questions in the Discord server. Follow @electronjs on Twitter for important announcements. Need to privately reach out? Email . |
