Learn CORDOVA with Real Code Examples
Updated Nov 23, 2025
Architecture
Hybrid app architecture (WebView + native wrapper)
Cordova CLI and project structure for builds
Plugin-based access to device APIs
Platform-specific configuration via `config.xml`
Separation of web code and native containers
Rendering Model
WebView runs HTML/CSS/JS code inside native app container
Plugins expose native APIs to JavaScript
Device-specific rendering handled by platform WebView
UI built using standard web technologies
Single-page app approach often used inside Cordova
Architectural Patterns
Hybrid WebView architecture
Plugin-based device API access
CLI-driven project lifecycle
Separation of web assets and native platform code
Event-driven communication for app lifecycle and plugins
Real World Architectures
Cross-platform enterprise apps
Internal management tools
Hybrid content apps
Mobile dashboards
Rapid prototypes for multiple platforms
Design Principles
Cross-platform development using web technologies
Single codebase for multiple platforms
Plugin-based native device access
Separation of web code and native container
Open-source and community-driven
Scalability Guide
Modular web code for large apps
Use lazy-loading for assets and plugins
Optimize WebView rendering
Separate platform-specific overrides
Combine with frameworks for maintainable architecture
Migration Guide
PhoneGap -> Cordova: minimal changes required
Update plugin versions for compatibility
Adjust CLI commands for build changes
Verify platform SDK updates
Check app lifecycle events on each platform