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How to create your custom Auto-update system for your Electron App
TLDR: here's the codebase if you want to jump ahead and copy/paste on your app: https://github.com/seed-hypermedia/seed/blob/main/frontend/apps/desktop/src/auto-update.ts Building a reliable auto-update system is a game-changer. In today's fast-paced tech world, keeping your Electron app current is essential. Users expect seamless updates with minimal disruption. In this post, I share my journey to build a custom auto-update system and detail every step. Why auto-updates is important? At Seed Hypermedia, we are commited to give the best App Experience to all users in all platforms, that's why we decided to build a custom auto-update process for our Linux users. First Attempt: Flatpak and Flathub Second Attempt: Custom Auto-update Implementing IPC Handlers in Electron Integrating UI Components for the Update Process Code Integration and Testing Debugging and Troubleshooting Best Practices for a Seamless Auto-update Experience Future Enhancements and Customizations Code Walkthrough and Customization Tips Recap: The Journey of Building a Custom Auto-update System Final Thoughts and Conclusion
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