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Desktop App: Application URL?

5/24/2025 4:31:04 PM
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When creating a desktop app, the following dialog needs to be filled out:

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What is the application url for?

In PHPRunner ver 10.91 it automatically generates http://www.pimv1091_35.com/

In ver. 11 it's left blank. But you are required to fill it in in order to generate the app.So I used: http://localhost:8086

And the app works greart. But how does that actually play into the scheme of things?

ChatGPT 5/24/2025

In PHPRunner, the "Application URL" field is used to specify the base URL where your application will be hosted. This URL is important for several reasons:

  1. Redirects and Links: The application URL is used for generating links within the application. For example, if your app generates emails or calls to action, it will use this URL as the base to create full URLs. If your app is hosted online, it needs to point to the correct location where users can access it.


  2. API Calls: If your application interacts with APIs, the base URL can be used to construct API endpoints. This is especially useful if the application makes requests to its own backend or to third-party services.


  3. Testing Environment: By using http://localhost:8086'>http://localhost:8086, you're able to test your application on your local machine. This allows for development and debugging without needing to deploy to a live server. However, keep in mind that this URL will not be accessible to anyone outside your local network.


  4. Deployment: When you are ready to deploy your application, you will need to change this URL to point to the live server where your application will be hosted. This ensures that all links and redirects will work correctly in the production environment.



In summary, while using http://localhost:8086'>http://localhost:8086 is fine for development and testing, you will need to update the Application URL to the public URL of your application once you are ready to deploy it to ensure proper functionality and accessibility for all users.

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