To allow the Dashboard to operate independently of database versions, we are introducing the desktop version of the Dashboard. This enables users to launch the Dashboard on its own and connect to local or remote GreptimeDB instances for an enhanced and flexible experience.

(Figure 1: GreptimeDB Desktop Dashboard Interface)

Download and Install the Dashboard Applicationlication

• Direct Download: Visit our download page to get and install the Dashboard application for immediate use.
• Application Update: Click on the application menu to upgrade to the latest version with just one click and enjoy the newest features.

(Figure 2: Dashboard Application Update)

Configure Your GreptimeDB Address

The Dashboard supports connecting to both local and remote GreptimeDB instances, requiring GreptimeDB version v.12.0 or higher.

Building the Web Version Dashboard with Tauri

To optimize the application's size, we used Tauri for packaging the web-based Dashboard. Tauri is compatible with both Rust and JavaScript, providing a plugin system. Most Tauri plugins have corresponding JavaScript versions, making it highly accessible for front-end developers who may not be familiar with Rust.

💡 A few insights into our experience using Tauri:

• Environment Detection: Use is Tauri() to confirm the current environment to load Tauri-specific code, ensuring that the web browser environment functions properly.
• Client-Side Functionality Separation: Client-side features such as version upgrades are separated into a dedicated directory. We leverage the Web UI and Tauri plugins to implement automatic detection and upgrades.
• Version Management: The applicationlication is hosted on GitHub Releases, with the latest version identified via releases/latest/download/latest.json, enabling efficient upgrade management.
• Cross-Platform Icon Adaptation: The Tauri CLI includes functionality to generate application icons, making cross-platform icon adaptation quick and easy.

The Desktop Dashboard is now live and ready for download. We invite you to try it out today! 🎉

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