Electron
Universal version seen at v31.3.1 · Reported by 1 Mac in the community.
Electron is a framework that allows developers to build cross-platform desktop applications using web technologies like JavaScript, HTML, and CSS. It combines the Chromium rendering engine with Node.js runtime, enabling developers to create native desktop apps for macOS, Windows, and Linux from a single codebase. Many popular applications like Discord, Slack, Visual Studio Code, and WhatsApp Desktop are built with Electron. Developers typically use Electron when they want to leverage their existing web development skills to create desktop applications, or when they need to maintain a single codebase across multiple operating systems.
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1 suggestionGood news! A native Universal version of Electron is now available and has been confirmed running on real Macs in our community (version 31.3.1). The latest version available is 41.3.0, which includes full Apple Silicon support. You should update to the latest version from the official Electron website or through Homebrew to get native performance on your Mac. The Homebrew version includes a confirmed Apple Silicon (arm64) build, though it's noted as deprecated due to Gatekeeper restrictions. For the most reliable installation, download directly from the official Electron releases page on GitHub.
Native version · Reported by in the community.
This app may have been updated to a native build — device(s) no longer report it as Intel-only, but no explicit confirmation has been received.
Sighting data is community-sourced — version availability and pricing should be verified with the developer.
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