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Tulio Calil
Tulio Calil

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Offline auth with Electron + SQLite + React

In an increasingly digital world, the need for secure and robust authentication systems is paramount. Whether you're building a desktop application, a mobile app, or a web platform, the ability to authenticate users reliably and securely is a fundamental requirement. While online authentication methods are well-established and widely adopted, there are situations where offline authentication becomes essential. This is particularly true for desktop applications, where internet connectivity is not always guaranteed.
In this article, we dive into the world of "Offline Authentication" and explore a powerful combination of technologies to achieve this goal: Electron, SQLite, and React. By leveraging the capabilities of Electron, a framework for building cross-platform desktop applications, and harnessing the flexibility of SQLite, a lightweight and embedded database engine, we'll create a robust offline authentication system. To top it off, we'll enhance the user experience by incorporating the user-friendly React library for building the application's front end.
Offline authentication isn't just about enabling access when the internet is down; it's about providing users with a seamless and secure experience, even when disconnected. Whether you're developing a stand-alone desktop application or a part of a broader software ecosystem, the techniques and principles we'll explore here will empower you to create reliable offline authentication solutions that protect user data and ensure a smooth user experience.
Let's embark on this journey to learn how to implement offline authentication with Electron, SQLite, and React, and unlock new possibilities for your desktop applications.Login and Signup pages

First, we will use the last Electron post to start this new one. You can clone the repository on Github:GitHub - tuliocll/electron-react-sqlite-todo: A TODO app with Auth built with Electron, ReactJS and SQLite
A TODO app with Auth built with Electron, ReactJS and SQLite - GitHub - tuliocll/electron-react-sqlite-todo: A TODO app with Auth built with Electron, ReactJS and SQLite
https://github.com/tuliocll/electron-react-sqlite-todo

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