⚡️ Platformer Open Beta Starts Today

Hey devs, Vlad here.

One month after the closed beta launch, we’ve finally completed the MVP version of the administrative panel UI, and now everyone is free to join Platformer and give it a try! Keep in mind that this is just an MVP, so don’t expect too much from it. I’m sure there are still some bugs in the UI. The Android version will be released later, so for now, Android users will have to work with iOS components.

Don’t worry—we’ve already gathered a backlog of necessary project changes to address some logical inconsistencies and UI improvements. We’ll start working on them soon, but in the meantime, we’d love to hear your feedback on useful changes and any bugs you find. You can share your thoughts in our chat.

💬 What is Platformer?

Not all developers fully understand what Platformer is, its purpose, what it can and can’t do, or how to use it. Some assume it was built only for Telegram Mini Apps, which isn’t entirely true.

⭐️ Platformer is a mini app platform

Platformer has its own database of mini applications registered by developers. To Platformer, mini apps are simply database records, each with URLs assigned for different mini app platforms. Since Platformer doesn’t have its own dedicated space to display applications, it relies on other mini app platforms like VK, Telegram, and more.

So, when creating a mini app, don’t think, “I’ll create a mini app in Telegram and then connect it to Platformer.” Instead, the correct approach is, “I’ll create an app in Platformer, and then it can be displayed in Telegram.” However, you can still create a mini app in Telegram first and then connect it to Platformer.

✨ What problems does Platformer solve?

Platformer addresses the most common challenges in mini app development while also providing essential features for mini app developers—all across supported platforms.

Currently, Platformer offers:

— A launcher (https://github.com/platformer-hq/platformer-tg-launcher) that opens Platformer applications in Telegram. The launcher is open-source.
— Separate links for different Telegram clients. For example, you can assign a link specifically for Telegram Web K, ensuring the app is only accessible in that client. Users on other clients will receive a notification about the app’s unavailability.
— A management system that lets you invite other users to manage your application. You can also transfer app ownership if needed.
— Test groups that allow you to display a specific URL to selected users on a specific platform. For example, you can use a development URL while still opening the same application.
— HTTP link support. Unlike Telegram, which doesn’t support HTTP links, Platformer does—allowing you to open your app in development mode without third-party services like Cloudflare, tmole, ngrok, or localtunnel.