Vite Plugin Electron

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Vite Plugin Electron

:electron: Electron⚡️Vite core repo

Overview:

Vite-plugin-electron simplifies the process of developing Electron apps, making it as straightforward as working on normal Vite projects. It offers features such as Hot Restart for the main process, Hot Reload for preload scripts, and HMR for the renderer process. The plugin is fully compatible with Vite and its ecosystem, providing a fast experience without bundling.

Features:

  • Hot Restart (Main process): Allows for quick restarting of the main process.
  • Hot Reload (Preload scripts): Supports hot reloading for preload scripts.
  • HMR (Renderer process): Enables Hot Module Replacement for the renderer process.
  • Not Bundle, It's fast: Runs fast without bundling, similar to Vite.
  • Fully compatible with Vite and Vite's ecosystem: Based on Vite, ensuring compatibility.
  • Flat API: Offers a simpler API for easy use.
  • Easy Setup: Quick setup process for adding Electron to a Vite project.

Summary:

Vite-plugin-electron streamlines Electron app development by integrating seamlessly with Vite projects. With features like hot restart, hot reload, and HMR, developers can enjoy a fast and efficient development experience. The plugin's compatibility with Vite and its ecosystem ensures a smooth workflow, while its flat API simplifies usage. By following the straightforward installation guide, developers can easily incorporate Electron into their existing Vite apps, enhancing their capabilities.

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