Discover how to create cross-platform desktop applications using web technologies with Electron in this comprehensive conference talk. Learn to leverage existing HTML, JavaScript, and CSS skills to build applications that run seamlessly on Mac, Windows, and Linux. Explore the technology behind popular desktop applications like Atom, Slack, and Visual Studio Code. Join Mahesh Krishnan and Cristian Prieto as they guide you through getting started with Electron and demonstrate the process of developing desktop applications using familiar web development tools and techniques.