Show HN: Shirei, cross-platform GUI framework in native Go

Category: library

Tags: gui-framework, go, cross-platform, immediate-mode, declarative-ui

Score: 6.5/10 (Innovation: 6, Technical: 7, Documentation: 6, Utility: 7)

Shirei is a cross-platform GUI framework for Go that uses an immediate-mode API, enabling developers to build native applications without HTML or JavaScript. It emphasizes a React-like declarative approach with full international text support and minimal dependencies, making it a practical alternative for desktop GUI development. Its focus on native performance and simplicity is particularly interesting for Go developers seeking a lightweight, modern UI toolkit.

Target audience: backend devs, desktop app developers, go developers

Repository: https://github.com/hasenj/go-shirei/ · Go · Zlib · 149 stars

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