About this event
Discover how to build and launch apps without writing a single line of code in our upcoming workshop with Matt Palmer, Developer Relations at Replit. Matt will walk you through using Replit AI to create full-fledged applications quickly and easily.
What to expect:
- A deep dive into Replit AI and its powerful features
- Step-by-step techniques for building and launching apps with no coding required
- Real-world examples to help you overcome common challenges
- Hands-on tips to speed up your development process
Whether you're new to app building or looking to streamline your workflow, this session will equip you with practical insights to turn your ideas into reality. Join us and see how effortless app creation can be!
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Key Takeaways:
- Replit as a Full-Stack AI Development Platform – Build, debug, and deploy apps entirely in the browser.
- Using Replit Agent – Automate app setup, structure files, and generate working code.
- Using Replit Assistant – Make rapid edits, debug issues, and fine-tune functionality.
- From Concept to MVP – How to break down an app idea into components for AI-assisted development.
- Debugging with AI – Identifying, understanding, and troubleshooting errors efficiently.
- Optimizing AI Usage – How to avoid wasting tokens and make the most of Replit's AI tools.
- Deploying Your App – Steps to launch a working application with Replit’s hosting services.
Live Demo: Building a Map-Based App for San Francisco’s Open Spaces
Matt walks through the process of building an interactive map using AI, integrating Leaflet.js for mapping, public APIs for location data, and adding search and filtering functionality.
Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction to Replit and AI-powered development
02:00 – Overview of Replit’s Agent and Assistant
05:00 – Planning an app: Structuring ideas before prompting AI
10:00 – Finding APIs and integrating external data sources
17:00 – Using Replit Agent to generate the first version of the app
22:00 – Debugging techniques: Fixing errors and improving performance
32:00 – Using Replit Assistant to refine and enhance app features
40:00 – Deploying the app and optimizing for cost efficiency
45:00 – Q&A: Managing AI tokens, databases, and debugging strategies
Final Product: A fully functional interactive map displaying public spaces in San Francisco, with search and filtering features, deployed live during the session.