Learn MENDIX with Real Code Examples
Updated Nov 26, 2025
Installation Setup
Sign up for Mendix Studio or Studio Pro
Install Mendix Studio Pro for desktop modeling
Configure local runtime environment
Set up source control (Team Server)
Connect to Mendix Cloud or private deployment target
Environment Setup
Install Mendix Studio Pro
Configure local runtime and database
Connect to Team Server for source control
Set up Mendix Cloud environment
Enable mobile development kit if required
Config Files
project.mpr - main project file
settings.json - project settings
theme folder - UI styling
modules/ - reusable components
deployment.yml - cloud deployment settings
Cli Commands
mendix deploy-cloud
mendix start-local
mendix test-run
mendix export-app
mendix pull-changes
Internationalization
Multi-language support via resources
Dynamic translation of labels and messages
RTL and LTR layouts supported
Locale-aware number and date formatting
Culture-specific workflows possible
Accessibility
Support for keyboard navigation
Screen reader compatible widgets
High contrast and color accessibility
Logical tab order for forms
Accessible error messages
Ui Styling
Page templates define layout
Widgets for interactivity
Theming and custom styling via CSS
Responsive design with breakpoints
Dynamic visibility based on microflows
State Management
Microflows and nanoflows manage state
Variables stored in entities
UI reflects domain model state
Modules encapsulate reusable logic
Cross-module communication via events
Data Management
Entities store persistent data
Attributes define data types and constraints
Associations define relationships
Versioning handled by Mendix runtime
External data via REST/SOAP connectors