WebStorm 2023.3.4

WebStorm Technical Documentation

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System Requirements

• Operating System:
  • Windows 10 (64-bit), Windows Server 2019 (64-bit)
  • macOS High Sierra (or later) with 32GB of RAM or more
  • Linux Ubuntu 16.04 (64-bit) with 8GB of RAM or more
• Hardware Requirements:
  • Intel Core i5-8400 (2.8 GHz) or AMD Ryzen 7 1800X (3.6 GHz)
  • 16 GB DDR4 RAM (or more recommended for large projects)
  • 256 GB solid-state drive (SSD) or faster
  • NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 or AMD Radeon RX 580 with 4GB of VRAM
• Network Connectivity:
  • A reliable internet connection with a minimum upload speed of 10 Mbps
• Browser Compatibility:
  • Google Chrome 60.0 (or later) or Mozilla Firefox 54.0 (or later)

Installation Guide

Installing WebStorm via the Official Installer

1. Download the official installer from the JetBrains website: https://www.jetbrains.com/webstorm/download/
2. Run the installer and follow the prompts to select your installation location:

./WebStorm-XX.XX.XX.exe --install-dir=C:\Program Files\JetBrains\WebStorm --language=en-US

3.  During the installation process, you may be prompted to choose between a "Complete" or "Minimal" installation.
4.  Select the features that match your development needs (e.g., JavaScript, TypeScript, PHP):
    ```
WebStorm
  * Complete Installation: Install all available plugins and tools
  * Minimal Installation: Only install necessary plugins and tools for your chosen language

5. Once the installation is complete, launch WebStorm by double-clicking on its icon.

Installing WebStorm via a Package Manager

1. For Windows users:

sudo choco install jetbrains-webstorm -y --params="install=complete"

2.  For macOS users (using Homebrew):
    ```bash
brew tap jetbrains/webstorm
brew install webstorm

Common Installation Issues and Solutions

• Installation failed due to missing dependencies: Ensure that you have the required system libraries installed, such as libpython3-dev on Ubuntu-based systems.
• Insufficient disk space during installation: Increase the available disk space or allocate a larger partition for WebStorm's installation directory.

Post-Installation Configuration

1. Create a new configuration file in the .WebStormConfig/ directory (located alongside your project) to customize your settings:

{
"editor":
{
"colorScheme": "Darcula"
},
"plugins":
{
"javascript-jslint": true,
"typescript-typescript": true
}
}

2.  Update your `settings.gradle` file to include any additional plugins or settings specific to your project.

### Technical Architecture

*   **Core Technologies**: WebStorm utilizes the following core technologies:
    *   Java-based IDE architecture
    *   JavaScript and TypeScript support with JSHint and ESLint integration
    *   PHP support with PHPUnit and Composer integration
*   **Software Architecture**: WebStorm's software architecture is based on a plugin-driven design, allowing users to extend its functionality with third-party plugins.
*   **Databases, APIs, and Services**: WebStorm supports various databases, APIs, and services for project development:
    *   MySQL and PostgreSQL support with Hibernate integration
    *   RESTful API support using Spring Boot
    *   Cloud-based services like AWS Lambda and Google Cloud Functions

### Dependencies

#### Required Libraries and Frameworks:

*   Java 8 or higher (for WebStorm's core architecture)
*   Node.js and npm (for JavaScript development)
*   TypeScript compiler (for TypeScript projects)

#### Prerequisite Software:

*   Git for version control
*   Maven or Gradle for build automation (optional)

#### Compatibility Concerns and Version Requirements:

*   Ensure that your project is compatible with WebStorm's supported versions of JavaScript, PHP, and other languages.
*   Be aware of any specific version requirements for plugins or tools used in your project.

By following this technical documentation, you'll be well-equipped to unlock the full potential of WebStorm for your expert-level JavaScript development needs.