Unified Development Experience
Complete development environment with synchronized file management, preview capabilities, and collaborative features.
Core Components
Project Organization
1
Project Structure
Organize your project with a clear, logical folder structure that scales with your application.
2
File Templates
Use built-in templates for common file types and project structures to accelerate development.
3
Import/Export
Import existing projects or export your work for sharing and deployment.
4
Backup & Sync
Automatic backup and synchronization across devices and sessions.
Artifact System
Preview Integration
Instant Preview
See your application update in real-time as you make changes to your code
Error Overlay
Visual error indicators directly in the preview with detailed stack traces
Responsive Testing
Test responsive design across different screen sizes and devices
Performance Monitoring
Monitor application performance and resource usage in real-time
Multi-Framework Support
Team Development
Code Review Integration
State Management
Deployment Integration
1
Platform Selection
Choose from integrated deployment platforms like Vercel, Netlify, or GitHub Pages.
2
Configuration
Configure deployment settings including build commands, environment variables, and domains.
3
Build Process
Execute build process in WebContainer and prepare application for deployment.
4
Deployment
Deploy application with automatic URL generation and preview links.
5
Monitoring
Monitor deployment status and access logs directly from the Workbench.
Deployment Platforms
Vercel
Seamless integration with Vercel for instant deployments and preview URLs
Netlify
Deploy to Netlify’s global CDN with form handling and serverless functions
GitHub Pages
Deploy static sites directly to GitHub Pages with custom domains
Development Workflow
Workflow Customization
Efficient Resource Usage
Lazy Loading
Load components and features only when needed to improve startup time
Background Processing
Move heavy operations to background threads to keep UI responsive
Memory Management
Automatic cleanup of unused resources and efficient memory usage patterns
Caching Strategy
Intelligent caching of frequently used data and computation results
Performance Monitoring
Customization Options
Security & Privacy
Data Protection
Data Protection
Client-Side Processing: All code analysis and processing happens in your browser
No Data Persistence
No Data Persistence
Ephemeral Storage: Project data exists only in memory during active sessions
Secure Communication
Secure Communication
Encrypted Transport: All network communication uses HTTPS encryption
Access Control
Access Control
Granular Permissions: Fine-grained control over who can access your projects
Privacy Controls
1
Local-Only Mode
Work entirely offline with no data sent to external servers.
2
Data Export Control
Full control over when and how project data is exported or shared.
3
Session Management
Clear all data and reset environment with a single action.
4
Privacy Settings
Granular privacy settings for different types of data and features.
Troubleshooting
Layout Problems
Layout Problems
Error: Panels not displaying correctly or layout not savingSolutions:
- Reset layout to default configuration
 - Clear browser local storage for the application
 - Check browser zoom settings and display resolution
 - Restart browser if layout issues persist
 
File Sync Issues
File Sync Issues
Error: Files not updating in preview or terminalSolutions:
- Check WebContainer connection status
 - Verify file permissions and locking status
 - Restart WebContainer process if needed
 - Clear Workbench cache and reload
 
Performance Degradation
Performance Degradation
Error: Workbench becoming slow or unresponsiveSolutions:
- Close unused files and panels to free memory
 - Restart the Workbench session
 - Check system resources and close other applications
 - Disable unnecessary features for current workflow
 
Collaboration Issues
Collaboration Issues
Error: Problems with real-time collaboration featuresSolutions:
- Check internet connection stability
 - Verify user permissions for the project
 - Refresh collaboration session
 - Contact team members to verify their connection
 
Advanced Features
API Integration
Ready to develop? The Workbench provides a complete, integrated development environment that scales from simple projects to complex team applications, all running entirely in your browser.
