WeChat MiniProgram Generator requirements

This article lists the requirements for generating WeChat Mini Program apps from the developer perspective.

WeChat

• Install WeChat and create an account.
• Register on WeChat Mini Programs and apply for an account, it involves a few steps:
  • Fill in the account Information
  • Activating through e-mail
  • Information Registration

More detail on the WeChat Mini Program section and the Registration Page.

Development Environment Requirements

• GeneXus Beta build >= 160073 (check the Beta Channel).
• Angular Generator requirements for node and npm package manager.
• Git for Windows because of some downloaded dependencies at install-time.
• WeChat Developer tools and IDE (weixin devtools) to build, pack and upload the project to the super-app provisioning servers.

An Internet connection is required when prototyping, because the WeChat IDE checks credentials when opening a project.

See Also 

How to execute an app using WeChat MiniProgram Generator.