Eclipse RCP Application — Nodes Example

A step-by-step tutorial on how to create modern, cross-platform Eclipse RCP desktop applications using Maven and Tycho.

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Problem / Solution

Problem:
Creating modern desktop applications requires a stable, modular architecture, cross-platform compatibility, and an automated build process. Traditional Eclipse RCP apps often rely on old tools or manual setup, which slows down development.

Solution:
A lightweight, Maven-based Eclipse RCP project structure — using Tycho and Java 21 — that supports cross-platform builds, clean packaging, and update sites. Easily extensible for large desktop apps.

Key Features

Cross-Platform: Works on Windows, macOS, and Linux.
Modular Architecture: Uses Eclipse RCP’s plugin/feature model with OSGi.
Modern Java Support: Compatible with Java 21 and Eclipse 2025-06.
Reproducible Builds: Uses Maven + Tycho with a versioned target platform.
Update Site Support: Generates p2 repositories and zip archives for easy distribution and updates.

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Live Demo

Not applicable (this is a desktop app — build and run locally).

Build & Run

See our guide - How to Create a Desktop Application — A Beginner-Friendly Guide