Extents
An open-source desktop photo workflow application built with Rust, Tauri, React, and SQLite, focused on fast local image handling, reliable release flow, and a clean editing-oriented user experience.
TauriRustReactViteSQLite
Role
End-to-end (product direction, desktop architecture, local data model, website, and release workflow)
Timeline
3 months
Problem
Photo workflow tools can be expensive, closed, and heavier than they need to be for users who want a fast local application with transparent releases and room for advanced editing over time.
Approach
Started building a free open-source Lightroom-style desktop application, beginning with optimized image browsing and viewing while laying in the editing interface, SQLite-backed local state, and a website connected to the release flow.
Results
- Established a performant desktop foundation for a larger local workflow product.
- Connected the release website to GitHub so downloads can stay current with project releases.
- Separated the product website, desktop shell, and local data concerns into maintainable parts.
Impact
- Open-source positioning makes the project publicly inspectable.
- The current direction demonstrates desktop application architecture rather than only static UI work.
- The release path shows attention to packaging, distribution, and operational follow-through.
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