Mendix Vuejs Widget Boilerplate

Overview

If you're looking to develop Mendix widgets using VueJS, this boilerplate provides an excellent starting point. It seamlessly integrates popular tools such as NPM, Babel, and Webpack to package your code into the MPK file format used by Mendix. This makes your transition into building widgets more streamlined and familiar, especially if you are already accustomed to the VueJS framework.

The setup process is designed for ease of use, particularly for developers operating on Linux or Mac. Windows users can still take advantage of this boilerplate with a few additional steps, ensuring that everyone can participate in Mendix widget development regardless of their operating system.

Features

• Compatibility with VueJS: Easily utilize VueJS as your JavaScript frontend framework for creating Mendix widgets, enhancing UI with reactive components.

• NPM Integration: Leverage NPM for managing project dependencies, ensuring that you have access to a wide array of libraries and tools for your development needs.

• Babel and Webpack Support: This boilerplate uses Babel for JavaScript transpilation and Webpack for bundling, allowing for modern JavaScript features and efficient asset management.

• Easy Widget Compilation: Quickly compile your widget into an MPK file format with a few simple commands in your Git Bash terminal.

• Flexible File Naming: Rename your compiled MPK file easily to match your project's requirements or personal naming conventions.

• File Watcher Utility: Utilize file watchers to automatically compile your widget when changes are made, reducing the need to manually re-run commands.

• Cross-Platform Guidance: The setup provides specific instructions for both Linux/Mac and Windows users, ensuring everyone can get started without barriers.

• User-Friendly Setup: The process has been designed to be straightforward, with clear steps provided for installing necessary tools, especially for users who may be new to web development.