A.I. APPs Creation

AI App Creation Masterclass — with Google AI Studio as your Tutor

1) Your setup (5 minutes)

  1. Open Google AI Studio in one tab and start a chat.

  2. Turn on screen share so your Tutor can see the app platform you’re using.

  3. Tell it your goal: “I want a mobile app for booking fitness classes,” or “I want a client portal for a consulting business,” or “I need a marketplace MVP for local chefs.”

  4. Keep the Tutor active to brainstorm features, write copy, generate data models, test flows, create prompts for any AI features, and fix roadblocks as you click.

High-leverage things to ask:
• “Design a 5-screen user flow with fields, validation rules, and sample copy.”
• “Turn this spreadsheet into an app data model (tables, fields, relationships).”
• “Draft onboarding microcopy, error messages, and push-notification texts.”
• “Suggest a 2-week MVP scope with must-have vs nice-to-have.”

2) The landscape at a glance (when to use what)

  • Fastest no-code mobile/web apps: Glide, Adalo, Thunkable, AppSheet (Google).

  • Design-forward, cross-platform apps: FlutterFlow (export code, ship to stores).

  • Powerful web apps without code: Bubble, Softr, Pory.

  • Figma → real native apps: Bravo Studio.

  • Prompt-to-app generators: Bolt.new (StackBlitz), Vercel v0 (for UI/code).

  • Serious no-code backends: Xano (no-code API), Supabase (Postgres platform), Firebase (Google serverless).

You’ll often mix one front-end builder + one backend (e.g., FlutterFlow + Firebase, Bubble with built-in DB, Adalo + Xano, Softr + Airtable/Supabase).

3) The platforms you’ll use (how to find them, why they matter)

Glide — spreadsheet-simple business apps (web & mobile)

Search: “Glide apps” → glideapps.com.
Why: build internal tools and client apps fast; works like a spreadsheet; AI columns (classification, text gen, image gen) are built-in. (Glide)
Best for: portals, CRMs, inventory, field apps.
Watch-outs: not for heavy custom UI; keep logic simple.

FlutterFlow — visual builder on Flutter (iOS, Android, Web)

Search: “FlutterFlow” → flutterflow.io.
Why: visual drag-and-drop, animations, Firebase integration, REST APIs; export your Flutter code and publish to app stores. (FlutterFlow)
Best for: production mobile apps with polished UI.
Watch-outs: more features = more to learn (your Tutor helps).

Bubble — full web apps (no code, powerful workflows)

Search: “Bubble features” → bubble.io/features.
Why: visual editor, database, workflows, plugins; great for SaaS, marketplaces, admin tools. (Bubble)
Best for: complex web apps without touching code.
Watch-outs: mobile “app-like” feel is possible, but for native stores consider FlutterFlow/Thunkable/Adalo.

Adalo — no-code mobile apps (publish iOS/Android/Web)

Search: “Adalo app builder” → adalo.com.
Why: build once, publish to iOS/Android/web; responsive web apps; Xano integration available. (Adalo)
Best for: consumer or business mobile apps with standard features.
Watch-outs: heavy custom performance needs may require optimization.

Thunkable — mobile apps with blocks + AI assist

Search: “Thunkable no code app builder” → thunkable.com.
Why: native components, logic blocks, publish to both app stores; publishing docs are clear. (Thunkable)
Best for: learners to advanced makers who want native features (maps, sensors).
Watch-outs: complex logic benefits from careful planning.

Bravo Studio — Figma designs → native apps

Search: “Bravo Studio Figma to app” → bravostudio.app.
Why: design in Figma → connect APIs → test on device → publish native apps; great for pixel-perfect UI. (bravostudio.app)
Best for: designers who want full control over visuals; teams coming from Figma.
Watch-outs: you’ll still design data and API calls; not a “one-click app.”

AppSheet (Google) — apps from Sheets/SQL (no code)

Search: “Google AppSheet” → about.appsheet.com or cloud.google.com/appsheet.
Why: generate apps from Sheets/SQL; deep Google Workspace integrations; AI-assisted automations. (AppSheet)
Best for: operations apps, field data capture, approvals.
Watch-outs: consumer-grade design is limited vs. design-centric tools.

SAP Build Apps (AppGyver) — enterprise-grade no-code

Search: “SAP Build Apps AppGyver” → sap.com (low-code app builder).
Why: robust visual builder for desktop/web/mobile; strong for enterprise. (SAP)

Softr & Pory — apps/portals on Airtable, Supabase, etc.

Search: “Softr” → softr.io. “Pory” → pory.io.
Why: turn Airtable/Supabase into portals and web apps fast; great user auth, lists, filters. (Softr)
Best for: client portals, directories, internal tools.
Watch-outs: for advanced logic, pair with a backend (Xano/Supabase).

Prompt-to-App: Bolt.new & Vercel v0

Search: “bolt.new” → bolt.new. “v0” → v0.app.
Why: describe your app in plain English and get a working full-stack web app or production-ready UI/code; Bolt runs in-browser, with deploy and integrations; v0 generates React/Tailwind UI. (support.bolt.new)
Best for: rapid prototypes, internal tools, or as scaffolding you refine.
Watch-outs: you still need to review security, data, auth and polish UX. (Bolt’s growth and “vibe-coding” trend is well reported.) (Business Insider)

4) Backends you’ll rely on (no-code to pro)

  • Xano — no-code backend + API builder; auth, business logic, Swagger docs; great with Adalo/Glide/Bravo/WeWeb. (Xano)

  • Supabase — Postgres DB with Auth, Realtime, Storage, Edge Functions (TypeScript at the edge). (Supabase)

  • Firebase — Authentication, Hosting, Storage, Cloud Functions (serverless), Firestore/Realtime DB. (Firebase)

Your Tutor can design tables, write validation rules, and sketch API contracts: “Define tables for Users, Bookings, Classes, Trainers, with RLS policies (Supabase) and sample API routes.”

5) Three “10-minute app” quickstarts (hands on)

A) Mobile booking app (no code)

Tool: Adalo or Thunkable

  1. Create project → choose a booking template.

  2. Add Collections (Adalo) / Data Sources: Services, Slots, Bookings, Users.

  3. Build screens: Browse → Details → Book → Confirmation → Profile.

  4. Connect payments (Stripe) and push notifications if available on your plan.

  5. Ask the Tutor to: write button microcopy, empty-state messages, and the “Booking rules” modal.

  6. Preview and share; iterate.

B) Internal CRM (no code)

Tool: Glide or AppSheet

  1. Start from Google Sheet with tabs: Companies, Contacts, Deals, Tasks.

  2. Glide/AppSheet generates screens automatically; add AI columns (summaries, priority scoring). (Glide)

  3. Tutor: “Create role-based permissions (Rep vs Manager) and a follow-up cadence.”

  4. Ship the app to your team (installable PWA).

C) Public web app (low-code power)

Tool: Bubble or Softr + Airtable/Supabase

  1. Pick a template, define user roles, build a list → detail flow.

  2. Add search, filters, and a request form; set email automations.

  3. Tutor: “Draft TOS/Privacy and a support FAQ; propose a 30-day growth plan.”

6) From zero to published app (mobile stores)

  • Android: new apps must publish as Android App Bundles (AAB) in Google Play. (Android Developers)

  • iOS: submit via App Store Connect and complete Privacy Nutrition Labels (declare data collection/usage), with optional accessibility labels. (Apple Developer)

  • Thunkable/Adalo/FlutterFlow provide guides and binaries; Bravo Studio helps preview on device before store submission. (docs.thunkable.com)

Ask your Tutor to:
• “Create my App Store screenshots copy (6 frames) and short promo text.”
• “Checklist for AAB signing, store listing metadata, and review guidelines.”

7) End-to-end build tracks (with your Tutor as co-pilot)

Track 1 — No-code business app (Glide or AppSheet)

  • Week 1: Data model from your spreadsheet; role-based access; AI summaries.

  • Week 2: Workflows (approvals, notifications), offline mode; PWA branding.

  • Week 3: QA, lighthouse accessibility checks; usage dashboard.

  • Week 4: Rollout to pilot users; collect feedback; iterate.

Track 2 — Consumer mobile app (FlutterFlow + Firebase)

  • Week 1: User flows, Firebase Auth, Firestore schema; seed data.

  • Week 2: UI polish, animations, Cloud Functions (email, webhooks). (Firebase)

  • Week 3: Payments, deep links, analytics; TestFlight/internal test.

  • Week 4: Store submissions (AAB for Play, IPA for App Store), marketing.

Track 3 — Marketplace web app (Bubble or Softr + Supabase)

  • Week 1: Listings, Profiles, Auth; role permissions (buyer/seller).

  • Week 2: Search, filters, messaging; Stripe connect; moderation tools.

  • Week 3: SEO pages, sitemaps, performance passes.

  • Week 4: Launch + content plan; add AI match-scoring (Edge Functions). (Supabase)

8) Adding AI to your app (features that “wow”)

  • Smart search & summaries (e.g., “Summarize this request,” “Tag category”). In Glide, use AI columns; in Supabase, call Edge Functions; in Firebase, use Cloud Functions calling your LLM provider. (Glide)

  • Chat agents for support or onboarding.

  • Image magic (background removal, thumbnails, style transfer).

  • Safety: add moderation on user-generated content; log prompts/responses for review; obey platform policies and privacy laws.

Ask the Tutor to: “Design a content moderation pipeline (client hints, server validation, escalation).”

9) Design, UX, and data modeling (what pros get right)

  • Start with flows, not screens: map the user journey (onboarding → activation → value).

  • Name fields for analytics: plan events early (Signup, Search, AddToCart, Purchase).

  • Validation + empty states: show helpful guidance, not red errors.

  • Performance: paginate lists, cache frequently read data, compute expensive AI tasks server-side.

  • Design systems: if you’re a designer, go Figma → Bravo Studio for pixel perfection; otherwise lean on your builder’s UI kit. (bravostudio.app)

Your Tutor can: refactor your information architecture, rename fields, create content style-guides, and write UX microcopy.

10) Choosing your backend (decision cheatsheet)

  • Need visual API builder, cron jobs, background tasks, and Swagger docs → Xano. (Xano)

  • Want Postgres with Auth, file storage, realtime, and serverless at the edge → Supabase. (Supabase)

  • Prefer Google cloud services, push notifications, and easy mobile SDKs → Firebase. (Firebase)

Ask your Tutor: “Map features to backend capabilities; propose RLS policies (Supabase) and Functions triggers.”

11) Prompt-to-app workflows (for rapid prototyping)

  • Bolt.new: chat your app idea → it scaffolds a full-stack web app, runs in the browser, and deploys. Use it to prove concepts, then harden auth, data, and tests. (support.bolt.new)

  • Vercel v0: prompt for UI → get production-grade React/Tailwind components; paste into your front end (Next.js, etc.). (Vercel)

Tutor prompts:
• “Generate a CRM UI with table, filters, and drawer editor (v0).”
• “Scaffold a bookings app with users, slots, payments, and email receipts (Bolt).”

12) Ship like a pro (security, performance, compliance)

  • Auth & roles: least privilege; never trust client input; server-side checks.

  • Secrets: store API keys securely (Supabase Vault, environment vars). (Supabase)

  • Privacy: for iOS, prepare accurate Privacy Nutrition Labels; for Android, comply with data safety and AAB submission rules. (Apple Developer)

  • Offline & sync: design for retries and conflict resolution.

  • Monitoring: set up error tracking and session replay; the Tutor can generate a weekly ops checklist.

13) 30-Day roadmap (from idea to launch)

Week 1 — Define & Prototype

  • Pick platform, sketch 5 key screens, define data model.

  • Build a clickable prototype or a thin working slice.

  • Tutor delivers: scope doc, user stories, acceptance criteria.

Week 2 — Build the MVP

  • Implement auth, core CRUD, and 1 signature feature.

  • Seed test data; add analytics events.

  • Tutor delivers: QA test plan, copy review, empty states.

Week 3 — Polish & AI features

  • Add AI summaries/search, notifications, basic admin panel.

  • Performance pass (pagination, cache), accessibility check.

  • Tutor delivers: release notes, support macros, privacy copy.

Week 4 — Launch & Learn

  • For web: custom domain + SEO pages. For mobile: AAB/IPA submissions (follow store guidelines). (Android Developers)

  • Start a feedback loop; plan v1.1 features from analytics.

14) Troubleshooting (quick fixes)

  • Slow lists → paginate, reduce image sizes, move heavy AI calls server-side.

  • Auth confusion → clarify roles; centralize access checks; test with non-admin users.

  • Store rejections → revisit privacy labels (iOS) and signing/bundles (Android). (Apple Developer)

  • Design drift → lock a design system (tokens for color/spacing/type).

  • Scope creep → ask your Tutor to re-prioritize by ROI and risk.

15) Quick finder (who should you pick first?)

  • Internal tool or client portal in hours → Glide / AppSheet / Softr. (Glide)

  • Native mobile app you can publish → FlutterFlow, Adalo, Thunkable, Bravo Studio. (FlutterFlow)

  • Complex web app (SaaS/marketplace) → Bubble or Softr + Supabase/Xano. (Bubble)

  • Prototype from a paragraph → Bolt.new (then harden), Vercel v0 for UI. (support.bolt.new)

Final word

With these platforms—and your Google AI Studio Tutor driving prompts, copy, data modeling, and QA—you can go from idea to a working app in hours, then iterate to production quality. Start with the tool that matches your scope, lean on a robust backend when needed, and let the Tutor keep you unblocked, focused, and shipping.