Workflow for front end developers to create desktop applications

In plain words

node-webkit-hipster-seed is a starter template for front-end developers building cross-platform desktop applications. It provides a pre-configured setup combining Node.js and Webkit technologies to streamline the initial development process. The tool is designed for developers comfortable with web technologies who want to create native desktop apps without starting from scratch.

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