Building Socient with AI-Driven App Building (ADAB)
Low-Code is Yesterday, ADAB is Tomorrow!
Following our previous blog on introduction to AI-Driven App Building (ADAB) at Apsy and its potential to transform app development, this blog delves into a practical application of ADAB through the development of Socient, as previously discussed. This exploration will serve as a prelude to a forthcoming analysis where we compare ADAB's methodology to Low-Code approaches, providing insights into the nuances and benefits of each.
ADAB introduces a nuanced approach to app development, allowing users to interact with an AI agent much like they would with a human developer. This agent is adept at understanding concepts in real-time, identifying and resolving conflicts in the information provided, and constructing the app based on real-time inputs. This creates an interactive development experience reminiscent of working with a human team, offering efficiency and real-time processing beyond human capability.
The ADAB process is designed to mirror the mental journey users typically undergo when converting an idea into an app, encompassing ideation, configuration, and customization phases. We will adhere to this structured approach in our discussion about building Socient for clarity and ease of understanding. It's important to note, however, that ADAB's inherent flexibility allows for a non-linear progression through these stages, accommodating the unique flow of each user's creative process:
Ideation: The initial phase where the builder outlines the app's core concept.
Configuration: With guidance from the AI agent, the builder specifies the details and features that the agent has incorporated into the app.
Customization: The builder has the opportunity to request changes beyond what was initially proposed or identified by the agent.
Publishing: Once satisfied, the builder proceeds to publish the app, making it available for use.
This approach to app development with ADAB exemplifies how technology can streamline the creation process, from the seed of an idea to a fully operational application.
1. Socient Ideation
This section explores a dialogue between the builder (B) and the AI agent (A) to demonstrate ADAB's efficiency and smoothness. The agent is designed to quickly grasp the user's intent and suggest relevant app features that align with their vision. This conversation illustrates the process of developing an app that encourages users to engage more actively than in traditional social media. Below, the builder shares their initial idea, prompting the agent to guide the feature selection and development process:
B1: I'm interested in creating an app that transcends typical social media, encouraging users to be more action-oriented rather than just posting content.
A1: That's an insightful direction! To enhance active engagement, we could offer features like: 1) Social challenges or personal growth tasks; 2) Community service event organization; 3) Easy setup for live meetings based on post interactions. Which of these aligns with your initial vision?
B2: The third option is exactly what I'm looking for. I'd like for users to initiate live meetings easily with people who have interacted with their posts.
A2: Got it. For setting up live meetings based on post interactions, we could: 1) A streamlined interface for quick scheduling; 2) A feature to automatically invite commenters on a post to a meeting; 3) Real-time notifications to ensure high turnout. Would you like to proceed with the automatic invitation feature for those who've commented on posts?
B3: Yes, automatically inviting commenters to a meeting would be perfect. Also, is there a way the app could summarize key points discussed in these meetings and suggest them as follow-up posts?
A3: Absolutely. For meeting summaries, we can: 1) Deploy AI to draft concise summaries for user review; 2) Utilize AI to identify and suggest actionable items; 3) Offer advanced AI analysis for deeper insights into discussions. Would you prefer the AI to focus on drafting summaries that can be reviewed and edited by the user?
B4: Utilizing AI to draft summaries for user review sounds great.
A4: Excellent, we'll ensure AI drafts user-editable summaries. On the topic of event moderation, AI can assist by: 1) Monitoring content for appropriateness in real-time; 2) Managing interactions to foster a respectful environment; 3) Offering tips to moderators for guiding conversations. Which moderation capability do you find most critical?
B5: Real-time monitoring for content appropriateness is crucial.
A5: Understood, prioritizing real-time content monitoring. To encourage more active participation and invites, we might: 1) Implement a rewards system with badges for achievements; 2) Offer exclusive features to users who bring in friends; 3) Provide personalized suggestions for activities. Which incentive mechanism appeals to you the most?
B6: A rewards system with badges for achievements would be very motivating.
A6: Perfect, we'll introduce a rewards system to foster active engagement and community growth. If you have any more ideas or need assistance as your app develops, don't hesitate to reach back out.
In the dialogue, the AI agent streamlines the app ideation process for the builder, enhancing it with precision and insights that extend beyond typical human-led discussions. Here’s a more concise look at how the agent achieves this:
Quick Understanding and Expansion: The agent quickly grasps and expands on the builder's initial idea, offering a fast track through the ideation phase that's more concise than traditional discussions.
Curated Suggestions: Suggestions from the agent are based on a library of pre-implemented features by Apsy's team, ensuring that each proposed idea is both innovative and practically feasible.
Advanced Feature Proposals: By proposing advanced features like AI-driven meeting summaries and a rewards system for user engagement, the agent demonstrates an understanding of user needs and app dynamics, guiding the builder toward enhancing the app's appeal.
Efficient Choices: Offering multiple, curated options for the builder to choose from aids in quick decision-making, streamlining the development process.
Seamless Collaboration: The interaction showcases a collaborative development process, where AI assistance and human creativity merge to refine and realize the app concept efficiently.
2. Socient Configuration
The agent, leveraging AI-driven app building (ADAB) principles, facilitates a dynamic and intuitive process that enhances the original app ideation with advanced and tailored features. Here’s an extended list of features based on the ideation that encapsulates both essential and innovative functionalities:
A. Basic Features (See Figure 1):
Splash Screen: A visually engaging introduction screen that captures the app's essence.
Onboarding Process: Interactive tutorials or guides that help new users understand the app's key functionalities.
Authentication: Secure login and signup mechanisms, including options for social media integration.
Settings: Comprehensive user preferences, privacy settings, and app configuration options.
B. Social Features (See Figure 1):
Creating Posts: A user-friendly interface for posting content, including text, images, and videos.
Leaving Comments: The ability to comment on posts fosters community engagement and interaction.
Liking and Sharing: Features for users to like and share content within the app and on external platforms.
C. Live Meeting Scheduling (Figure 2):
Live Event Setup Button: A dedicated button under each post allows users to initiate live meetings with commenters or followers.
Live Event Confirmation Screen: A detailed screen for confirming meeting time, topic, participants, and other logistics.
Calendar Integration: Synchronizing meeting schedules with users' calendars for timely reminders and better organization.
D. Event Organization (Figure 2):
Live Event Organization: Tools for users to organize live events, including public and private settings.
Real-time Moderation: AI-powered moderation to ensure respectful and productive discussions during events.
Participant Management: Features for managing attendees, including invitations, RSVP tracking, and participant roles.
E. Event Summarization:
Summary Suggestions: AI-driven summaries of event discussions, highlighting key points and actionable items.
Posting Summaries: Users can edit and post these summaries on their profiles or event pages.
Follow-up Actions: Suggestions for next steps, further readings, or related events, encouraging ongoing engagement.
F. User Engagement and Growth:
Rewards System: A system to incentivize active participation and contribution, rewarding users with badges, points, or privileges.
Friend Invitations: Features that make it easy for users to invite friends to the app, potentially integrating with contact lists or social media.
Given the features selected by the agent, the builder is now guided to configure each feature as follows:
A7: For creating posts, we can design several formats. Would you like 1) Standard text and multimedia posts, 2) Interactive posts with polls and questions, or 3) A mix of both for enhanced user interaction?
B7: Let's go with a mix of both. The variety will keep engagement high.
A8: In scheduling live meetings, we're considering calendar integration options. Should we 1) Directly sync with the user's personal calendar, 2) Allow manual addition of meetings to their calendar, or 3) Offer both for greater flexibility?
B8: Offering both sounds like the most user-friendly approach.
A9: For live event organization, how should we manage participant interactions? Options are 1) An open forum for free speaking, 2) Moderated sessions with pre-selected questions, or 3) A combination of both methods?
B9: A combination of both. It balances structure and spontaneous interaction.
A10: Regarding event summarization, we can focus the summary on 1) Key discussion points and conclusions, 2) Actionable items and follow-ups, or 3) A broad overview including all participant contributions. What’s your preference?
B10: Let's emphasize actionable items and follow-ups. It seems most useful for our users.
A11: To boost user engagement and growth, we're thinking of introducing a rewards system. What kind of rewards do you believe would motivate users more? 1) Virtual badges for milestones, 2) Points exchangeable for app benefits, or 3) Special status levels unlocking exclusive content?
B11: Points that can be exchanged for benefits within the app would encourage active participation.
3. Socient Customization
After publishing the configured app and using it with his friends for a few days, the builder introduces additional functionalities to enhance user experience and credibility. The first is a fact-checking feature for posts to ensure the accuracy of the content. The second is a dedicated screen for users to view AI-generated summaries of their meetings, focusing on key points and actionable items. So, the builder opens Socient in Apsy and starts customizing it as follows:
B12: Can we add a feature that checks the facts of a post before it's published to ensure its accuracy?
A12: We can set up a pre-post action that calls GPT to assess the factual accuracy of the content. What specific criteria should be considered factual?
B13: Also, I need a new screen allowing users review their meeting summaries.
A13: Sounds goods. I can add a screen for that. Where should users access this screen?
B14: Integrating it into the meeting's detailed view sounds good. It would keep everything organized and improve the user experience by providing immediate value after their meetings.
A14: Got it. A tab will be added in the meeting details for users to view the summaries, connected to our backend for real-time data fetching.
Conclusion
The development journey we've explored, featuring enhancements like a GPT-powered fact-checking mechanism and AI-generated meeting summaries, showcases the simplicity and intuition of AI-driven platforms compared to the more cumbersome low-code tools. This AI-assisted approach bypasses the tedious drag-and-drop process, offering a streamlined, language-based interaction that fosters creativity and results in unique, sophisticated app functionalities.
Moreover, the AI-driven method accelerates the development process, making it more engaging and less daunting than traditional approaches. This ensures a faster turnaround, and a product more accurately reflects the builder's vision, distinguishing it from the generic outputs of low-code platforms.
Our next blog will dive into building Socient using low-code tools. This comparison will further highlight the benefits of AI-driven development, particularly in terms of customization, efficiency, and user engagement, and provide insights into choosing the right tools for your app development needs.
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