Learn TAURI with Real Code Examples
Updated Nov 23, 2025
Architecture
Frontend: Web technologies rendered in WebView
Backend: Rust-based Tauri core handling OS interactions
IPC bridge connecting frontend and backend
Event-driven communication
Modular design for scalable app structure
Rendering Model
Frontend rendered in webview
Rust backend handles OS interactions
IPC bridge connects frontend and backend
Event-driven architecture
UI updates handled by frontend framework
Architectural Patterns
Frontend-backend separation
Component-based frontend
Rust commands for system access
Event-driven IPC communication
Modular and reusable structure
Real World Architectures
Productivity tools (note-taking, to-do apps)
Internal enterprise dashboards
Cross-platform utilities replacing Electron apps
Desktop apps with web frontend and Rust backend
Prototyping lightweight desktop software
Design Principles
Lightweight and minimal bundle size
Strong security and sandboxing
Frontend-backend separation
Cross-platform consistency
Modular and scalable architecture
Scalability Guide
Modular frontend components
Efficient Rust backend modules
Lazy-load features when possible
Optimize frontend bundle and Rust binary
Profile app performance across platforms
Migration Guide
Update Tauri CLI and Rust dependencies
Refactor deprecated Rust commands
Test all platform builds
Update frontend frameworks and dependencies
Verify plugin and OS API compatibility