@bluecadet/launchpad-scaffold
The scaffold package is a specialized toolset for configuring Windows systems in exhibit and kiosk environments. It provides automated setup and optimization features to prepare Windows machines for reliable, long-term operation.
Features ​
Windows Kiosk Setup:
- Automate Windows configuration for kiosk mode
- Configure auto-login and startup applications
- Disable unnecessary Windows features
- Optimize interface for touch and kiosk usage
System Optimization:
- Power settings configuration
- Windows Update management
- Service optimization
- Performance tuning
- User interface customization
Security Controls:
- System policy management
- Interface lockdown options
Installation ​
bash
npm install @bluecadet/launchpad-scaffoldBasic Usage ​
typescript
import { launchScaffold } from '@bluecadet/launchpad-scaffold';
import { LogManager } from '@bluecadet/launchpad-utils';
// instantiate the logger before starting the scaffold process
const logger = LogManager.getLogger('my-app');
// Launch the scaffold setup process
await launchScaffold(logger);System Requirements ​
- Windows 10 or Windows 11
- Administrative privileges
- PowerShell execution enabled
- Node.js 18 or higher
Configuration ​
The scaffold package uses a combination of:
- PowerShell scripts for system configuration
- Batch files for process execution
- Node.js for orchestration
- Windows Registry modifications
- System policy updates
Security Considerations ​
- Requires elevated privileges
- Modifies system settings
- Changes Windows configurations
- Alters user permissions
Limitations ​
- Windows-only support
- Some features require specific Windows versions
- Certain settings may require additional manual configuration
- Windows 11 has limited support for some kiosk features
Error Handling ​
- Provides detailed logs of all operations
- Fails gracefully with clear error messages
- Supports rollback of critical changes
- Includes diagnostic information for troubleshooting