Wix’s DevStudio conference reveals new features that enable developers to build apps for the Wix app marketplace

New features open up the potential for a smoother development process, new levels of extensibility, and greater revenue opportunities on the Wix App Market

NEW YORK, July 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Wix.com Ltd. (NASDAQ: WIX), a leading SaaS website building platform for building, managing and growing a global digital presence¹, announced new features for developers that enable more efficient app development, enriching the Wix ecosystem and providing greater monetization opportunities. The announcements were made during Wix’s annual developer conference, DevStudio Con, held in 2013 Bangalore, India This year.

“We understand that developers need a flexible platform to deliver high-end projects with incredible efficiency. That’s why we’re excited to announce our new features to our developer community at this year’s DevStudio Con,” said Shahar TalmiGM Developer Platform on Wix. “We continue to open the Wix no-code and low-code platform with reusable, customizable apps and AI tools while providing more revenue opportunities. Our goal is to build the best solution for agencies and developers by providing a platform that offers a wide range of out-of-the-box business functionalities and welcomes the addition of custom functionalities and applications to break the boundaries in the Wix ecosystem.”

Product release highlights:

Build rich, powerful apps with the Wix Command Line Interface (CLI)
Developers can now create rich, powerful applications using the tools and technologies they know and love. Wix CLI offers a robust and flexible environment for building applications on the Wix platform. Wix CLI supports a streamlined and efficient development process with TypeScript and React at the forefront for front-end development and Node.js powering the back-end logic. Wix CLI provides a comprehensive set of tools, including the ability to use modern web development frameworks and libraries, facilitating seamless integration into the Wix development ecosystem. Additionally, apps built on the Wix CLI are hosted on Wix for free, with no fees to the app developer.

Create beautiful and intuitive product experiences
The Wix Design System is a comprehensive toolset that enables developers to create visually consistent, highly functional applications that integrate seamlessly into the Wix ecosystem. The toolset includes reusable components and Figma kits, giving developers the tools to build applications that maintain a consistent look and feel across the platform. The design system helps ensure that applications feel native to Wix, just like those developed by the internal Wix team. Additionally, the Wix Patterns library enables rapid development of administrative screens, creating feature access screens with just a few lines of code.

Start building apps with templates
Whether you work with Wix Blocks, Wix CLI, or choose to self-host, developers can choose from a range of pre-designed templates tailored to a variety of use cases. These templates provide a solid foundation, allowing developers to focus on customization and functionality rather than starting from scratch. Each template is built to be easily customizable, so developers can modify and extend the code to meet specific needs and preferences.

Extend the functionality of your Wix app
Developers can now extend functionality, enabling them to create feature-rich plugins that integrate seamlessly with Wix business applications such as Wix Stores and Wix Bookings without having to build an entire logic framework from scratch. Widget plugins can be easily placed in predefined slots (UI placeholders) on the user page or in the admin panel, allowing for intuitive customization and integration. Backend plugins can extend and customize Wix backend logic. These plugins can then be sold on the App Marketplace, providing a new revenue stream. This expansion allows developers to build specific solutions within existing apps, increasing their functionality and integration.

More tools for success
Introducing new tools including optimized discoverability, providing users with relevant app suggestions in the context of their activities. Moreover, to gain the trust of users, familiarize yourself with them Wix ChoiceAND Wix app certification program that rewards high-quality apps with a certified badge. Finally, app developers can choose the best pricing plan for their customers, including a free trial, a periodic period, or based on usage. Developers benefit from 100% revenue share in the first year.

Learn more about Wix’s developer offerings here: https://www.wix.com/studio/developers.

About Wix.com Ltd
Wix is ​​the leading SaaS website building platform for creating, managing and growing a global digital presence¹. What began in 2006 as a website builder is now a complete platform that provides creators, agencies, and enterprises with exceptional performance, security, and a reliable infrastructure. With a focus on continuous innovation, a wide range of commerce and business solutions, advanced SEO, marketing tools, and industry-leading AI technologies, Wix users have full ownership of their brand and unparalleled creative freedom. Complementing the Wix platform for independent creators, Wix Studio is a powerful creation and management platform for agencies and freelancers.

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¹ Based on the number of active sites reported by competitors, independent third-party data, and internal data as of Q4 2023.

SOURCE Wix.com Ltd