Workshop Cloud
Build directly in your browser. No downloads, no setup, no configuration. Workshop Cloud is ideal when you want to go from idea to working app as fast as possible. It runs your code in a managed sandbox environment, gives you a live preview as you build, and lets you publish with one click. Best for: Dashboards, data apps, internal tools, prototypes, and anything you want to share quickly.Workshop Cloud Quickstart
Sign up and build your first app in under 5 minutes.
Workshop Desktop
Full-stack development power on your local machine. Any language, any framework, your files. Workshop Desktop gives you complete flexibility. Work with any tech stack, access your local file system, run local AI models, connect MCP servers, and deploy anywhere. It’s the full development environment for projects that need more than a sandbox. Best for: Full-stack web apps, mobile apps, projects with specific framework requirements, and working with existing codebases.Workshop Desktop Quickstart
Download, install, and build your first project in under 5 minutes.
Not Sure Which to Pick?
Start with Workshop Cloud. It’s the fastest way to experience Workshop and requires zero setup. You can always move to Desktop later if your project needs it. If you want a detailed breakdown of features, capabilities, and trade-offs:Cloud vs Desktop Comparison
Side-by-side feature comparison to help you decide.
What They Share
Both Workshop Cloud and Desktop give you:- Plan Mode — Scope requirements and create structured development plans before writing any code
- Build Mode — Watch Workshop write, run, and debug code in real time
- AI Connectors — Bring your own Anthropic, OpenAI, or Google Gemini API keys
- Checkpoints — Snapshot and restore your project at any point
- Context Management — Attach files, connectors, and secrets to guide the AI
- Custom Instructions — Tailor how Workshop’s agent behaves for your workflow