๐Ÿ’ 
Electron logo

Electron

utility
build

Electron is a powerful framework that enables developers to build cross-platform desktop applications using widely known web technologies such as JavaScript, HTML, and CSS.With Electron, you can leverage the capabilities of Chromium and Node.js, allowing you to create rich desktop experiences that run seamlessly on macOS, Windows, and Linux. By embedding these technologies, Electron simplifies the process of creating applications that feel native to the operating systems they run on.Electron takes care of complex tasks associated with desktop app development, giving developers more time to focus on the core functionality of their applications. It allows for easy integration with native graphical user interfaces and hassle-free application management, such as automatic software updates and app store distribution.Moreover, Electron provides tools for generating application installers and crash reporting, ensuring that your application remains up-to-date and reliable.For developers seeking robust solutions, the Electron community supports ecosystem tools like Electron Forge for app building, while also facilitating experimentation with tools like Electron Fiddle. This makes Electron not only a development platform but also a collaborative environment for application innovation.

Features

  • Cross-platform compatibility with macOS, Windows, and Linux
  • Automatic software updates
  • Native graphical user interface interaction
  • Application installers for specific platforms
  • Crash reporting and error handling
  • First-class support for app store distribution
  • Integration with popular JavaScript libraries and frameworks

Stats

GitHub Stars115.2K

NPM Downloads814.9K/week

Details

Latest Version34.0.0

Created at4/12/2013

Updated at1/14/2025

LicenseMIT License

Related Items

Get a monthly E-Mail with the newest developments in UI!