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Refactor auto-updater

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#117 opened on Mar 7, 2020

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Description

Now the Mac app is signed so we can now use auto-updater on Mac, previously we only show an alert for new version. We need to remove legacy code and ensure the new auto updater is working.

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Research direction
Identify the current auto update alert code and the new signed Mac app auto updater implementation. Remove legacy code and ensure the new updater works correctly on Mac.
Tech stack
javascript
Domain
desktop
Issue type
Refactor
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2
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Half day
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Fresh
ClarityHow clearly the issue explains the expected change, acceptance criteria, and next step.
Clear
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GitJavaScriptElectron basics
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40