nativephp-desktop-development

Build cross-platform desktop applications with PHP and Laravel.

Updated Mar 15, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/ArtMin96/ai --skill nativephp-desktop-development
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Skill: nativephp-desktop-development
Source: https://github.com/ArtMin96/ai/tree/main/.claude/skills/nativephp-desktop
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ArtMin96/ai --skill nativephp-desktop-development

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill enables developers to build cross-platform desktop applications using PHP and Laravel, leveraging native operating system features without needing to learn entirely new languages or frameworks for the UI layer.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Native UI Elements: Access and control windows, menu bars, system tray icons, dialogs, and notifications.
  • System Integration: Interact with global shortcuts, clipboard, file system, and system services.
  • Cross-Platform Builds: Compile applications for Windows, macOS, and Linux from a single codebase.
  • Use Case: Develop a desktop client for your Laravel application that can send native OS notifications, manage background tasks, and provide a seamless user experience.

Quick Start

Use the nativephp-desktop-development skill to open a new window with a width of 1200 pixels and a height of 800 pixels.

Frequently Asked Questions about nativephp-desktop-development

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I build cross-platform desktop apps with PHP and Laravel?

You can build cross-platform desktop apps with PHP by using the NativePHP Desktop framework to access native OS features like windows, system trays, and notifications directly from your Laravel application codebase.

Can I use Laravel to access native operating system features for desktop development?

Yes, Laravel can access native operating system features for desktop development by leveraging NativePHP to control menu bars, global shortcuts, clipboard, and child processes without learning a new UI framework.

What's the best way to compile a Laravel application into a desktop application?

The best way to compile a Laravel application into a desktop application is using NativePHP Desktop, which packages your PHP codebase into executable builds for Windows, macOS, and Linux from a single project.

How do I add system tray icons and native notifications to a PHP desktop application?

To add system tray icons and native notifications to a PHP desktop application, use NativePHP Desktop to directly interface with OS-level UI elements and trigger system alerts from your Laravel backend.

Does NativePHP use Electron for cross-platform desktop development?

NativePHP facilitates cross-platform desktop development by using PHP and Laravel to manage native OS features and UI elements, acting as a wrapper to compile applications for Windows, macOS, and Linux.

How do I open a new native window with a specific size in a PHP desktop app?

To open a new native window with a specific size in a PHP desktop app, use the NativePHP Desktop commands to instantiate a window object and define its width and height properties in pixels.