Improve packages/desktop README with environment setup instructions #5842

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opened 2026-02-16 17:57:29 -05:00 by yindo · 0 comments
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Originally created by @RandyMcMillan on GitHub (Jan 14, 2026).

Originally assigned to: @jayair on GitHub.

The desktop package README lacks crucial environment setup information, specifically the RUST_TARGET environment variable requirement that causes the "RUST_TARGET not set" error.

Problem:

  • New developers encounter RUST_TARGET not set error when running development commands
  • No clear documentation of required environment variables
  • Missing platform-specific setup instructions
  • No troubleshooting section for common issues

Solution:

Enhance the README with:

  • Environment variable setup requirements
  • Platform-specific target configurations (macOS/Windows/Linux)
  • Troubleshooting section for common errors
  • Prerequisites and dependency installation details

Additional Context:

  • This improves developer onboarding and reduces friction when setting up the desktop development environment.
Originally created by @RandyMcMillan on GitHub (Jan 14, 2026). Originally assigned to: @jayair on GitHub. The desktop package README lacks crucial environment setup information, specifically the RUST_TARGET environment variable requirement that causes the "RUST_TARGET not set" error. Problem: - New developers encounter RUST_TARGET not set error when running development commands - No clear documentation of required environment variables - Missing platform-specific setup instructions - No troubleshooting section for common issues Solution: Enhance the README with: - Environment variable setup requirements - Platform-specific target configurations (macOS/Windows/Linux) - Troubleshooting section for common errors - Prerequisites and dependency installation details Additional Context: - This improves developer onboarding and reduces friction when setting up the desktop development environment.
yindo added the webdocs labels 2026-02-16 17:57:29 -05:00
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Reference: anomalyco/opencode#5842