Overview

ClaudOS is a pixel-perfect macOS desktop simulator that runs entirely in your browser. Experience a fully functional desktop environment with window management, system apps, and authentic macOS aesthetics, all built with vanilla JavaScript and CSS.

Key Features

Complete Desktop Environment

  • Window Management: Draggable, resizable windows with minimize/maximize/close
  • Dock: Interactive dock with app launching and window management
  • Finder: File browser with navigation and file operations
  • System Apps: Calculator, Terminal, Calendar, Notes, and more
  • Menu Bar: Functional menu bar with system controls

Authentic macOS Experience

  • Pixel-Perfect UI: Carefully recreated macOS Big Sur/Monterey design
  • Smooth Animations: Native-feeling transitions and effects
  • Keyboard Shortcuts: Common macOS shortcuts work as expected
  • Context Menus: Right-click menus for files and apps
  • Mission Control: Window overview and desktop management

Technical Excellence

  • Vanilla JavaScript: No frameworks, pure JavaScript implementation
  • CSS Grid/Flexbox: Modern CSS for responsive layouts
  • Event Delegation: Efficient event handling for performance
  • State Management: Custom state management for app and window state

Try It Live

Experience the full macOS simulation at https://sanketmuchhala.com/claudos

Technical Highlights

  • Custom window management system with z-index orchestration
  • Drag-and-drop implementation from scratch
  • Virtual file system for Finder functionality
  • Extensible app framework for adding new applications
  • Responsive design that works on tablets and desktops

Use Cases

  • Educational tool for teaching desktop UI concepts
  • Portfolio piece demonstrating UI/UX skills
  • Reference implementation for web-based desktop environments
  • Fun interactive experience for exploring macOS features