Company
Date Published
Author
Thomas Vidas
Word count
1481
Language
English
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None

Summary

Capacitor, an open-source project created by Ionic, is a versatile tool for building mobile applications using web technologies, offering significant advantages for enterprises. It eliminates the need for separate iOS and Android development teams by allowing a single web-native team to create apps that perform comparably to native apps, thanks to its use of advanced JavaScript engines like V8 and Nitro. Capacitor supports integration with existing design systems and frameworks, including React, Vue, and Angular, and provides a Plugin API for easy native integration. It facilitates simultaneous releases and live updates through Ionic's Appflow, bypassing lengthy app store reviews. Additionally, Capacitor is supported by a robust community and enterprise support options, with companies like Disney and Southwest Airlines actively using it in production.