Draftbit: Visually build native mobile apps

Draftbit: Visually build native mobile apps

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With Draftbit, you can build native mobile apps, responsive web apps, and internal tools visually and collaboratively. Source code included, so you're never locked-in.

What's New in Draftbit in 2024?

Draftbit, the premium visual app builder, has rolled out several exciting updates and new features in 2024. These enhancements are designed to make app development even more intuitive and powerful for both no-coders and developers. Here’s a rundown of what’s new:

AI-Powered Features

  • Code Generator: Utilizes GPT-4 to create custom code, functions, and components.
  • Image Generator: Generates app assets like splash screens.
  • Future Plans: Draftbit aims to generate full screens, blocks, and app templates via AI prompts.

UI Updates

  • New User Interface: Enhanced UI for a more seamless user experience.

Text Editor Improvements

  • Modal Text Editor: New editor for inputting large text/JSON with syntax highlighting.
  • Navigation Parameters: Easier editing of navigation parameters and block properties.

Variable Usage Tracking

  • Tracking Feature: Shows where variables are used across the app, aiding in refactoring and deleting unused items.

Upcoming Roadmap Features

  • AI-Powered App Building: Generate screens and blocks via AI prompts, with plans to eventually generate full starting app templates.
  • Improved Theming: Easier creation of app-wide themes with automatic styling for new components.
  • API Integration: Import APIs automatically and keep them updated, with potential to generate backend from open-source options.
  • Example Blocks Marketplace: Import example blocks for common use cases and share custom blocks.

New MVP Starter Kit Service

  • Starter Kit: A new service to help users get started with their MVPs.

Expo 50 Beta Release

  • Beta Release: Preparation for the Expo 50 beta release and migration window.

Community-Requested Features

  • Screen Import: Feature to import screens from other projects.

Integrations and Custom Packages

  • Future Integrations: Plans to integrate with services like Stripe and Segment.

Adaptive Design and Dynamic Styling

  • New Features: Enhanced adaptive design and dynamic styling capabilities.

New Components

  • 34 New Components: Including Deck Swiper, Tab View, and Bottom Sheet.

Reusable Blocks Improvements

  • Enhanced Blocks: Blocks now come with additional functionalities.

Draftbit continues to innovate, making it easier for users to build sophisticated mobile apps with minimal coding. Stay tuned for more updates as Draftbit evolves to meet the needs of its growing community.

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