About the course
Our comprehensive Electron training course empowers web developers like you to leverage your existing JavaScript, HTML, and CSS skills to build powerful cross-platform desktop applications, just like popular apps such as Slack, Discord and Visual Studio Code.
Dive into the core concepts of Electron, from its architecture and process model to seamless inter-process communication and access to native APIs.
Through practical, hands-on exercises, you'll gain the ability to create feature-rich desktop applications that run flawlessly on Windows, macOS, and Linux.
By the end of this course, you'll be equipped to confidently extend your web development expertise into the desktop environment and bring your innovative ideas to a wider audience.
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		- Build Cross-Platform Desktop Applications with Web Technologies: Leverage JavaScript, HTML, and CSS to create functional Electron applications.
- Implement Inter-Process Communication for Feature-Rich Applications: Establish communication between Electron processes to enable complex desktop functionalities.
- Test Electron Applications for Reliability: Apply unit and end-to-end testing methodologies to ensure application quality.
- Package and Deploy Applications for Multiple Platforms: Use industry-standard tools to package and distribute Electron applications for Windows, macOS, and Linux.
- Understand and Implement Core Security Principles: Apply best practices to secure Electron applications against common vulnerabilities.
- Integrate with Modern JavaScript Frameworks: Learn how to incorporate frameworks like React into your Electron development workflow.
 
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		This Electron training course is specifically designed for web development professionals looking to expand their skillset and build cross-platform desktop applications. It will be highly valuable for: - Front-End Developers: Proficient in JavaScript, HTML, and CSS who want to leverage these skills to create desktop experiences. 
- Full-Stack Developers: Looking to extend their web applications to the desktop environment and reach a wider audience. 
- JavaScript Developers: Interested in exploring desktop application development using a familiar technology stack. 
- Web Application Architects: Seeking to understand how Electron can be integrated into their application strategies for cross-platform delivery. 
- UI/UX Developers: Who want to design and implement user interfaces for desktop applications using web technologies. 
 
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		This Electron training course assumes a foundation in core web development technologies. Participants should be comfortable with: - JavaScript Development: Including asynchronous programming, DOM manipulation, and working with modules. For an example of the required JavaScript skill level, please see our Modern JavaScript course. 
- HTML Structure and Semantics: Understanding how to structure web pages. 
- CSS Styling: Ability to style web content effectively. 
 While knowledge of Node.js can be beneficial, it is not strictly mandatory as the course will cover the necessary Node.js concepts within the context of Electron. No prior Electron experience is needed. 
 We can tailor a custom course that introduces the pre-requisite skills and leads on to the most relevant Electron topics to bring your audience up to speed - for instance if they are coming from a non-web development background.
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		This Electron course is available for private / custom delivery for your team - as an in-house face-to-face workshop at your location of choice, or as online instructor-led training via MS Teams (or your own preferred platform). Get in touch to find out how we can deliver tailored training which focuses on your project requirements and learning goals. 
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		Front-end development review- How to leverage your existing JavaScript, HTML and CSS skills in Electron. 
 Getting started with Electron- Install and setup an Electron development environment 
 The Electron API- An overview of the essential parts of Electron 
 Electron Processes- Understand Electron Processes and inter-process communication 
 Networking- Network detection and platform specific issues 
 Testing your Electron App- Unit Testing - modules / components 
- End-to-End Testing 
- Debugging tools and techniques 
 Deploying your Electron apps- How to package and distribute Electron apps - Electron Forge or Electron Builder 
- Code Signing for Windows and macOS. 
- macOS Notarization 
- Auto-Updates 
 
 Integrating with Electron- Using other JavaScript frameworks like React in your Electron app 
- State Management considerations (e.g. Redux, Zustand, Context API) 
 Electron Security and Best Practices- Organising/structuring your Electron app 
- Performance Optimisation 
- Electron Security: - Context Isolation in renderer processes. 
- Disabling nodeIntegration in renderer processes that load remote content. 
- Content Security Policy (CSP) 
- Handling Remote Content Securely 
- Input Validation and Sanitisation 
 
 Making it happen- Project: build and deploy a small complete desktop application 
 
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		- https://www.electronjs.org/ - the home of Electron 
- https://nodejs.org/en - To get started with Electron, you need npm (included with Node) 
- https://www.jetbrains.com/webstorm/ - popular JS and TypeScript editor from JetBrains 
- https://code.visualstudio.com/ - popular JS and TypeScript editor from Microsoft 
 
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