Auto Reload Example - Nwjs Typing CST Test
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Auto Reload Example — Nwjs Code
Demonstrates automatically reloading the app window when files change, using fs.watch.
// package.json
{
"name": "autoreload-app",
"main": "index.html",
"window": { "title": "Auto Reload App", "width": 600, "height": 400 }
}
// index.html
<!DOCTYPE html>
<html>
<body>
<h1>Auto Reload Demo</h1>
<p>Edit this file to trigger reload!</p>
<script>
const fs = require('fs');
const path = require('path');
fs.watch(path.join(process.cwd(), 'index.html'), () => {
location.reload();
});
</script>
</body>
</html>Nwjs Language Guide
NW.js (previously known as Node-Webkit) is an open-source framework for building desktop applications using web technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) with full access to Node.js APIs.
Primary Use Cases
- ▸Cross-platform desktop applications
- ▸Electron alternative for lightweight apps
- ▸Apps requiring Node.js APIs (filesystem, networking)
- ▸Hybrid web-to-desktop apps
- ▸Prototyping or internal tooling for businesses
Notable Features
- ▸Chromium-based rendering engine
- ▸Node.js integration for backend capabilities
- ▸Cross-platform support (Windows, macOS, Linux)
- ▸Native OS features like file system, notifications, and menus
- ▸Ability to package apps as standalone executables
Origin & Creator
Developed by Intel’s Open Source Technology Center in 2011 (originally as Node-Webkit) to enable web developers to build desktop applications easily.
Industrial Note
NW.js is popular for desktop apps that need a web-like interface, rapid prototyping, or access to Node.js modules in a desktop environment.