Extensions

Parsifly allows users to install external extensions to increase the capabilities of the platform. Extensions provide a powerful way to customize and extend the core functionality.

Extension Types

Extensions can add various types of functionality to the Parsifly platform:

Parsers

Add new parsers to export your applications in different formats or target different frameworks and platforms.

Use Cases:

• Generate React components
• Export to Vue.js applications
• Create Angular projects
• Generate static HTML/CSS
• Custom framework support

Platform Actions

Extend the platform with new actions that can be used within your applications and workflows.

Examples:

• Database operations
• API integrations
• File system operations
• Custom business logic
• Third-party service integrations

Sidebars

Create new sidebar panels to provide specialized tools and interfaces for your specific use cases.

Possibilities:

• Custom asset managers
• Specialized inspectors
• Integration panels
• Analytics dashboards
• Custom toolboxes

Editors

Add new types of editors to handle different kinds of content, logic, or specialized editing scenarios.

Examples:

• Database schema editors
• API endpoint designers
• Custom form builders
• Chart and graph editors
• Animation timeline editors

Project Types & Kinds

Define new types and kinds of projects to support different application architectures and use cases.

Options:

• Mobile app projects
• Desktop application templates
• Microservice architectures
• E-commerce platforms
• Content management systems

Extension Development

Extension Structure

Extensions follow a specific structure and API to integrate seamlessly with the Parsifly platform:

{
  "name": "my-extension",
  "version": "1.0.0",
  "type": "parser",
  "entry": "index.js",
  "manifest": {
    "permissions": ["file-system", "network"],
    "dependencies": ["@parsifly/core"]
  }
}

API Integration

Extensions can hook into various parts of the platform through well-defined APIs and extension points:

• Lifecycle hooks - React to platform events
• UI extension points - Add custom UI components
• Data transformation - Process project data
• Export pipelines - Custom export functionality

Development Guidelines

1. Follow naming conventions for consistency
2. Handle errors gracefully to maintain platform stability
3. Document your extension thoroughly
4. Test across different scenarios and project types
5. Optimize performance to avoid slowing down the platform

Extension API

// Example extension entry point
export default class MyExtension {
  constructor(api) {
    this.api = api;
  }
  
  async initialize() {
    // Extension initialization logic
    this.api.registerParser('my-format', this.parseProject);
  }
  
  parseProject(project) {
    // Custom parsing logic
    return transformedProject;
  }
}

Distribution

Extension Marketplace

Extensions can be distributed and shared with the community through the extension marketplace:

• Public extensions - Available to all users
• Private extensions - Restricted to specific organizations
• Premium extensions - Commercial extensions with advanced features

Installation Methods

• Marketplace installation - One-click install from the platform
• Manual installation - Upload extension packages directly
• Development mode - Load extensions during development

Popular Extensions

Code Generators

• React Generator - Export to React applications
• Vue Generator - Generate Vue.js projects
• Static Site Generator - Create static HTML/CSS sites

Integrations

• Database Connector - Connect to various databases
• API Builder - Design and test REST APIs
• Cloud Deployer - Deploy to cloud platforms

UI Enhancements

• Advanced Charts - Rich charting components
• Animation Studio - Create complex animations
• Theme Builder - Custom theme creation tools

Ready to create your own extension? Check out the Extension Development Guide for detailed instructions.