Overview

The Electron Boilerplate is a powerful starting point for building desktop applications using modern web technologies. It brings together a well-structured environment that includes everything you need right out of the box, making it ideal for developers looking for an efficient way to kick off their projects. With components like Electron Forge, Vite, and TailwindCSS, this boilerplate streamlines the development process while ensuring a high degree of customization.

Whether you prefer using the system default title-bar or a custom implementation, this boilerplate is versatile enough to meet various design needs. Its solid architecture supports TypeScript, provides a file-based routing system through Tanstack, and is designed for ease of use, making it an excellent choice for both newcomers and experienced developers in the desktop application landscape.

Features

• Electron Forge: Seamlessly package your application for various platforms without additional configuration or complexity.
• Vite: Experience a fast and efficient development environment with instant server start and hot module replacement.
• React: Build your user interface with React, benefiting from its component-based architecture and robust ecosystem.
• TailwindCSS: Utilize a utility-first CSS framework for creating custom designs quickly and easily, without leaving your HTML.
• Full TypeScript support: Write type-safe JavaScript code with full support for TypeScript, ensuring better development productivity and fewer runtime errors.
• Tanstack file-based router: Effortlessly manage routing by simply adding new routes to the app directory, automatically updating your project.
• Custom title-bar option: Choose between the default system title-bar and a customizable one, allowing for better UI/UX tailored to your application needs.
• Documentation and Support: Comprehensive documentation guides you through setup, usage, and routing conventions to help you get started quickly.