Wails
Wails is a framework for building desktop applications using Go for the backend and web technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) for the frontend. It allows developers to create cross-platform applications with a native look and feel by embedding a webview, enabling the use of modern web frameworks like React, Vue, or Svelte. The framework provides tools for building, bundling, and packaging applications for Windows, macOS, and Linux.
Developers should use Wails when they need to build lightweight, performant desktop applications with a modern web-based UI, leveraging Go's efficiency for backend logic. It's ideal for creating tools, utilities, or small-to-medium applications where a native desktop experience is desired without the overhead of traditional desktop frameworks. Use cases include internal business tools, data visualization apps, or cross-platform software that benefits from Go's concurrency and web tech's flexibility.