In this episode, I am joined by Riley Brown, a leading AI Creator, we dive deep into the process of building an app only using AI. Riley shares his process and demonstrates how to use tools such as V0, Cursor AI and Replit to create and deploy apps in hours. Learn how to launch your next startup without needing to know how to code!
1) Riley breaks down how to create a functional app using AI tools like V0, Cursor, and Replit – without writing a single line of code! 🛠️
• Key insight: You can build complex apps in 10-15 hours with practice, even without coding experience.
2) The process involves:
• Using V0 for front-end design
• Cursor for code generation
• Replit for deployment
Pro tip: Screenshot designs you like and describe them to AI – instant working prototype!
3) Riley’s approach:
1. Visualize the app
2. Describe it to AI
3. Troubleshoot errors
4. Repeat until it works
"You will your way to a working app. It’s guaranteed." – Riley
4) Major hurdle: Connecting AI features to the app. It’s tough, but persistence pays off!
• Riley’s advice: "Once you get the aha moment… you realize you’re in charge. You don’t need to ask anyone."
5) Cool project built during the pod: SIP idea analyzer!
Features:
• Extracts ideas from transcripts
• Categorizes as "SIP" or "SPIT"
• Saves ideas to user profiles
6) Key learning: Error messages are your friends!
• They help pinpoint issues.
• Riley’s hack: If you’re not getting errors, ask AI to "add error logs" to your code.
• Makes troubleshooting WAY easier!
7) The power of AI coding tools:
• Recreate complex apps (like Notion) in hours
• Customize existing apps with new features
• Rapid prototyping and iteration
"To me, it’s a no-brainer." – Riley on the cost-effectiveness of AI tools vs. hiring designers
8) Riley’s closing thoughts: Composing code with AI is about persistence and creativity.
• "I love the act of learning things and diving deep into rabbit holes."
9) Key takeaway: AI-powered coding democratizes app creation.
• It’s not just about building businesses – it’s a creative process anyone can enjoy!
• "Sometimes it’s just fun to do this and to solve problems." – Riley
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Episode Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
3:28 V0 for front-end design
24:36 Cursor AI for code generation and Replit for deployment
39:57 Debugging
52:56 Breakthrough
54:38 Testing
