No-Code iOS App Development: Building a Breathing App with Cursor AI
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Summary
A developer successfully created and launched a breathing app on the Apple App Store using Cursor AI without writing traditional code. The app includes features like Apple Sign-in, subscriptions, mood tracking, and notifications, developed over two months with approximately one hour of daily work. The project demonstrates the potential of AI-assisted development while highlighting challenges in areas like payment integration and distribution.
Prompt
Create an iOS breathing app with the following features: - User authentication with Sign in with Apple - Onboarding flow with notification permission request - Subscription system with yearly and lifetime tiers using RevenueCat - Multiple breathing exercise methods including custom options - Streak tracking and calendar functionality - Mood tracking capability - Push notification system - Background ambient sound options - App rating prompt after multiple sessions - Settings menu with invite feature Technical requirements: - Firebase for backend - RevenueCat for payment processing - Amplitude for analytics - iOS native functionality for notifications and permissions
Best Practices
MVP Validation with AI
Use AI-assisted development to quickly validate MVP concepts in a simulator
Focus on Product Strategy
Prioritize problem identification and solution design over technical implementation
Network Effect Emphasis
Design products with strong network effects to maintain competitive advantage
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Don't Overlook Payment Integration Complexity
Avoid underestimating the complexity of implementing payment systems, even with AI assistance
Don't Rely Solely on Technical Advantages
Avoid focusing exclusively on technical implementation while neglecting product strategy
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