Overview
This video demonstrates how to build a fully functional, professional-quality app using AI and no-code tools, covering the process from idea selection to app store publishing.
Finding a Viral App Idea
- Select a problem that is common, emotionally frustrating, and in need of a solution.
- Always document app ideas immediately to avoid forgetting them.
- Validate your app idea using chat GPT for feedback.
- Ensure the core functionality is simple and can be explained in three words or less.
- Design the app to be inherently sharable and solve a clear pain point.
Choosing and Replicating App Designs
- Use Mobin to access and replicate proven app designs from successful industry apps.
- Select a relevant category for your app to find fitting designs.
- Copy desired app flows into Figma and clean up unused pages.
- Reference industry-leading UX/UI rather than designing from scratch.
Structuring the App for AI Development
- Create a detailed context file outlining app functionality and flow for the AI to follow.
- Organize your requirements with chat GPT and save in markdown format.
- Define the database schema and folder structure within the context file.
- Tag the context file to guide Cursor AI during development.
Building the App with AI Tools
- Create a new Expo app and import project structure and documentation files.
- Use Cursor AI’s code composer to build the app iteratively, focusing on one task at a time.
- Install necessary UI libraries as prompted by Cursor AI.
- Set up authentication and backend with Superbase, inputting required keys and URLs.
- Continue development by resolving errors and installing additional libraries as needed.
App Features and UI Enhancement
- Implement features: task creation, prioritization, descriptions, deadlines, focus timer, task completion, and verification emails.
- Use Mobin designs as inspiration to upgrade app appearance by copying design elements into the project.
- Instruct Cursor AI to apply these design inspirations throughout the codebase.
Integrating AI Chat via Deep Seek API
- Use Cursor AI to develop an AI chat feature for adding tasks via natural language.
- Obtain and input Deep Seek API keys for chat functionality.
- Test AI chat by submitting example tasks and verifying correct app integration.
Publishing to App Stores
- Obtain Apple and Google Play developer accounts to enable publishing.
- Install Expo Application Services and log in to your Expo account.
- Configure builds for both iOS and Android using the provided commands.
- Connect the project to Expo for streamlined deployment.
Action Items
- TBD – Viewer: Document potential app ideas and validate with ChatGPT.
- TBD – Viewer: Create detailed context and technical files before app development.
- TBD – Viewer: Set up developer accounts for App Store and Play Store prior to publishing.