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These guides walk you through using the winapp CLI with your app framework — from project setup to debugging with package identity to packaging as MSIX.
Get started by framework
| Framework | Guide |
|---|---|
| .NET / WPF / WinForms | Get started with .NET |
| C++ (CMake) | Get started with C++ |
| Electron | Get started with Electron |
| Rust | Get started with Rust |
| Tauri | Get started with Tauri |
| Flutter | Get started with Flutter |
Additional guides
- Packaging an EXE/CLI: step-by-step guide for packaging an existing EXE/CLI as MSIX
- Sparse packaging: give an unpackaged app package identity with an identity-only (sparse) MSIX and external content
- Shell completion: enable tab completion for commands, options, and values in PowerShell, bash, zsh, and fish
Electron deep-dive guides
After completing the Electron setup guide:
| Guide | Description |
|---|---|
| Package for distribution | Create an MSIX package for your Electron app |
| Phi Silica addon | On-device AI with the Phi Silica model |
| WinML addon | Machine learning inference with Windows ML |
| C++ notification addon | Native Windows notifications from Electron |
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