Innovate with React: Building Widgets for Mendix Applications

We cordially invite you to our exciting meetup on April 4 at Siemens Bangalore office. This event is a golden opportunity to delve deep into the world of building React widgets in Mendix.

Our agenda is packed with valuable sessions, pls don't miss this chance to expand your knowledge, connect with like-minded professionals, and take your Mendix and React skills to the next level. We look forward to seeing you there!

Agenda
1. Welcome and Introduction (10 minutes)
· Brief introduction to the meetup and its purpose.
· Overview of the agenda and key takeaways.
· Introduction of the speaker(s) and their expertise in Mendix and React.
2. Why Build React Widgets in Mendix? (10 minutes)
· Benefits of using React widgets in Mendix applications.
· Use cases and scenarios where custom React widgets add value.
· How React widgets enhance flexibility, performance, and user experience.
3. Prerequisites for Building React Widgets (5 minutes)
· Required tools and setup (Node.js, npm, Mendix Studio Pro, etc.).
· Basic knowledge of React and JavaScript.
· capabilities.
4. Step-by-Step Guide to Building a React Widget (30 minutes)
· Creating a new widget using the Mendix Widget Generator.
· Structuring the React component and integrating it with Mendix.
· Using Mendix data (props, actions, and data binding) in the widget.
· Styling and testing the widget for seamless integration.
· Deploying the widget to a Mendix app.
5. Industry Insights: Learn from Experts (15 minutes)
· Real-world examples of React widgets in Mendix projects.
· Best practices for widget development and implementation.
· Lessons learned from industry implementers and experts.
6. Live Demo: Building a Simple React Widget (20 minutes)
· Walkthrough of creating a practical example (e.g., a custom chart, input component, or dashboard widget).
· Highlighting key steps, common pitfalls, and debugging tips.
7. Q&A and Discussion (10 minutes)
· Open floor for questions from participants.
· Discussion on challenges, use cases, and advanced customization.
8. Closing Remarks and Networking (5 minutes)
· Recap of key takeaways and next steps.
· Sharing resources (documentation, GitHub repos, tutorials, etc.).
· Announcement of the next meetup or related events.
· Informal networking and collaboration opportunities.
Outcome:
By the end of this meetup, participants will:
· Understand how to build and integrate React widgets in Mendix.
· Gain insights from industry experts and implementers.
· Learn best practices for widget development and deployment.
· Be equipped to enhance your Mendix applications with custom React widgets.