Key Capabilities
Any tech stack
Python, JavaScript, Rust, Go, Swift, C++ — whatever your project needs. Workshop Desktop doesn’t limit you to a preset list of languages or frameworks.
Local AI models
Run open-weight models on your own hardware to power the Workshop agent — free, private, and offline. No API costs while building and iterating.
MCP servers
Extend the agent with Model Context Protocol servers — connect to databases, APIs, and custom tools through a standardized interface.
One-click publish
Deploy apps to Workshop’s hosting infrastructure with a single click — same as Cloud. Or deploy to your own platform (Vercel, AWS, Docker) if you prefer.
How It Works
When you open Workshop Desktop, describe what you want to build in plain language. Workshop creates the project structure, writes code, installs dependencies, and runs your application — all on your machine. Your project files live in a standard directory you choose. You can open them in any editor, run them from any terminal, and use them with any other tool in your workflow.Preview while you build
Workshop Desktop includes a live preview pane that shows your running app as it’s being built — the same experience as Workshop Cloud. When Workshop detects you’re building something visual, the preview opens automatically and stays synced with your latest code.Privacy and Security
Your code never leaves your machine. All file operations, code execution, and project management happen locally. When you use cloud AI models (Claude, GPT, Gemini), your prompts go to those providers — but your project files stay local. With local AI models, even your prompts stay on your machine. Nothing is transmitted anywhere.What Makes Desktop Different from Cloud
| Workshop Cloud | Workshop Desktop | |
|---|---|---|
| Environment | Runs in the cloud | Installed on your machine |
| Tech stacks | Web App, Streamlit, Anything | Any language, any framework |
| File access | Cloud project files | Full local file system |
| AI models | Cloud models | Cloud models + local models |
| MCP servers | Not available | Full MCP support |
| Publishing | One-click to Workshop hosting | One-click to Workshop hosting, or deploy anywhere |
| Setup | Zero — open browser and start | Download and install |
Download Workshop Desktop
Workshop Desktop is available for macOS, Windows, and Linux.macOS
Apple Silicon and Intel supported.
Windows
Windows 10 and later.
Linux
AppImage and .deb packages.
Next Steps
Desktop Quickstart
Install Workshop Desktop and build your first project.
Local AI Models
Power the agent with open-weight models on your own hardware.
Publishing
Deploy and share your apps.
MCP Servers
Extend your agent with Model Context Protocol servers.
GitHub Integration
Connect your projects to GitHub repositories.
Sharing and Teams
Share conversations and collaborate as a team.