Mithu Web IDE

A modern web IDE for building, editing, and previewing HTML, CSS, and JavaScript projects with both drag-and-drop and code editing modes.

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Mithu Web IDE

Inspiration

I wanted to build a modern web development environment that makes creating websites easier and more intuitive. Many beginners struggle to switch between multiple tools for coding, previewing, and managing projects. My goal was to bring these workflows together into a single application that supports both visual editing and traditional coding.

What it does

Mithu Web IDE is a desktop web development environment focused on HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. It provides:

  • Drag-and-drop editing
  • Code editing for HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
  • Live project preview
  • Project and file management
  • A clean workspace designed for web development

The objective is to let users choose between visual editing and direct coding depending on their workflow.

How I built it

The application is built using:

  • Electron
  • Node.js
  • Express.js
  • HTML
  • CSS
  • JavaScript
  • Monaco Editor

Electron powers the desktop application, Monaco Editor provides a professional code editing experience, and Express handles the backend functionality required by the IDE.

Challenges I ran into

The biggest challenge was integrating AI capabilities into the IDE while keeping the project stable. During development I encountered several issues while implementing the AI workflow, including file corruption caused during automated code generation shortly before submission. Rather than submitting an unstable application, I chose to submit the most reliable version of the IDE and continue developing the AI features after the event.

Building a desktop IDE also required managing editor state, project files, previews, and backend communication while keeping the interface responsive.

What I learned

This project helped me gain practical experience with:

  • Electron application development
  • Express backend architecture
  • Desktop application design
  • Project and file management
  • Building developer tools
  • Creating maintainable frontend and backend workflows

It also taught me the importance of prioritizing stability, testing, and incremental development when working on larger software projects.

What's next for Mithu Web IDE

I plan to continue developing Mithu Web IDE by adding:

  • AI-powered code generation and editing
  • Project-aware AI assistance
  • Context memory for projects
  • Intelligent code suggestions
  • Version history and recovery
  • Improved drag-and-drop components
  • Better performance and overall user experience

This submission represents the current foundation of Mithu Web IDE, and I intend to continue expanding it into a complete AI-assisted web development environment.

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