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Hello, Appery.io users!

Recently, we released a video introducing our latest Starter App template, sparking numerous inquiries about configuring SMTP server settings for sending confirmation emails. We’re thrilled to announce that we’ve created a comprehensive YouTube tutorial demonstrating the process. For illustration, we’ll utilize the app built from the beloved Appery.io‘s Starter App template:

Below, for your convenience, we’ll additionally walk you through the process step by step for easy understanding.

Step 1. Configuring SMTP Settings: Set up SMTP server settings by enabling 2-step verification in your Google account settings. Then, generate an app-specific password.

Step 2. Accessing App Builder: Head over to the Appery.io App Builder and create a new app using the Starter App template. Go to the Server Code tab and open the StarterLib library.

Step 3. Defining Email Confirmation: In the library, define email as the confirmation type. Enter your email address, paste the app-specific password you just generated, and fill in the from values. Save the changes.

Step 4. Testing the Configuration: Click TEST in the App Builder to ensure everything works smoothly. Fill in the registration details in the app, check your inbox for the verification code, and copy it. 

Step 5. Confirming Registration: Paste the verification code into the app to complete registration. Verify the user record has been added to the app database to ensure accuracy.

Step 6. Final: Log into the app to verify successful registration and explore its features. You’ve now configured SMTP settings for confirmation emails!

Conclusion: That’s it for our guide on configuring SMTP server settings with Appery.io. Stay tuned for our next video where we will show how to set up Twilio for confirmation messages.

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Thank you for using Appery.io and Happy Developing!

Your Appery.io Team

Hey Appery Users,

We’ve got some cool news to share with you! Alexander Antsypov, the brain behind Appery.io, recently had a friendly chat with DesignRush Spotlight. In this special interview, titled Anyone Can Make an App Using Low-Code and AI Platforms, Appery CEO Says, he spills the beans on how cool things like Artificial Intelligence (AI) play a part in making mobile app development super exciting and accessible.

Let’s Get Personal with Alexander Antsypov:
Imagine starting as a Developer, then leveling up to an Architect, becoming a Lead Developer, and finally rocking it as the Head of Development. That’s Alexander Antsypov’s journey, and trust us, it’s as interesting as it sounds!

Cheers to Alexander Antsypov’s Success:

We, at Appery.io are over the moon to have Alexander leading the charge. His journey from coding whiz to head honcho not only shows his growth but also reflects the amazing journey of the tech world. It’s the kind of success story that makes us want to high-five every developer out there!

The Low-Code and AI Connection:
In this interview, he takes a deep dive into the magical world where low-code platforms meet fancy tech like AI. Alexander gives us the inside scoop on how these platforms make app development a breeze. If you’re into mobile development and have wondered about sprinkling some AI magic into your projects, this chat is your golden ticket.

What’s in Store for You:
Alexander spills the beans on so many cool things! From how AI is changing the game in app development to practical tips on getting these cool technologies into your projects, it’s a chat that’s sure to make your tech-loving heart beat a little faster.

Ready for some tech talk? Dive into the full interview for all the juicy details from Alexander Antsypov. If you’re as excited about the mix of low-code platforms and AI as we are, this chat is your sneak peek into the future of tech fun. Stay tuned for more cool insights and chats coming your way!

Happy Developing from all of us, at Appery.io!

We’re excited to present our latest creation: the Starter App Template. It’s built to be the strong base for making modern mobile apps that users will love.

Starter App Template: Main Features

• Flexible Design: Works smoothly on all devices for a great user experience.

• Easy Logins: Choose between traditional or FaceID/Fingerprint logins for security and convenience.

• Simple Sign-Up: Quick feedback on usernames and passwords to get started easily.

• Password Recovery: Easy steps to recover access if needed.

• User Control: Customize settings and privacy to match individual preferences.

• Language Choices: Supports multiple languages for a global audience.

• Personalized Profiles: Users can create and edit profiles for a tailored experience.

• Dark Mode: A comfortable theme option for low-light settings.

• Secure Confirmation: Double verification via email or SMS for added security.

Who Can Benefit?

This template suits startups and businesses in social networking, e-commerce, health & fitness, education, and more. It’s perfect whether you’re starting big or testing ideas.

Start Building Today

Ready to transform your app development? Explore the Starter App Template now! Create a strong foundation and focus on what users need most.

Don’t miss out—embrace innovation and enhance your mobile app experience with our Starter App template tutorial.

Stay tuned for updates and added features as we continue to improve this template!

Ready to begin?

Some Appery.io users who generated an .aab file with Appery.io and are trying to upload this to Google Play store as an update, may encounter this error:

Before we help you tackle this issue, here is a bit of theory behind it:

As of August 2021, there has been a significant shift in the deployment process for developers targeting the Google Play platform. The conventional .apk (Android Package) format, which has been the standard for Android applications, is no longer accepted by the Google Play store for publishing new apps. In its place, Google has mandated the use of the Android App Bundle (.aab) for all new apps, a publishing format that streamlines the app signing process for developers.

This transition to the .aab format can have direct implications if you’re attempting to update your existing Appery.io app on Google Play that was originally published using an .apk file. 

Below, we share some simple steps you can take to address the issue of updating your existing Appery.io app on Google Play:

1. Begin by downloading the certificate archive and extracting it.
2. Afterwards, navigate to the Google Play Developer Console and proceed to Release > Setup > App Signing. If necessary, agree to the Terms of Service for App Signing.
3. Choose the option Use existing app signing key from Java KeyStore, then follow the subsequent steps:

4. Obtain the PEPK tool and launch a terminal window.

5. Enter the command as follows, replacing the placeholders with your actual file paths, alias, and Google encryption key:

java -jar PATH_TO_PEPK_TOOL --keystore=PATH_TO_YOUR_KEYSTORE --alias=YOUR_ALIAS --output=PATH_TO_YOUR_OUTPUT_FILE --encryptionkey=YOUR_GOOGLE_ENCRYPTION_KEY

✋ Caution: Ensure the accuracy of the paths for the PEPK tool, keystore, output file, as well as the correct alias and Google encryption key.

For instance, if your setup has the specified names, your command might look like the following:

java -jar pepk.jar --keystore=apperyio.project --alias=apperyio.project --output=encrypted_private_key_path --encryptionkey=eb10fe8f7c7c9df715022017b00c6471f8ba8170b13049a11e6c09ffe3056a104a3bbe4ac5a955f4ba4fe93fc8cef27558a3eb9d2a529a2092761fb833b656cd48b9de6a

6. At this moment, the system will prompt you for a password. It is advisable to reuse your current keystore password. So, input the keystore password (for instance, ‘apperyio.project‘) followed by the key password (again, potentially ‘apperyio.project’).

7. With your passwords entered, you can now upload the generated App Bundle (.aab) file to Google Play by clicking Upload private key:

8. Finally, click Save.

Congratulations: your updated app is up and running!

Happy Tnanksgiving from all of us, at Appery.io!

Today we are pleased to announce the September release of appery.io with new alias $a of Appery helper, global variable $v and global functions!

Let’s look at what’s new

$a

‘$a’ is an alias for the Appery helper ‘Apperyio’. Now, instead of writing:

this.Apperyio.navigateTo("Screen1");

you can use a much shorter form:

this.$a.navigateTo("Screen1");

$v

‘$v’ is an alias for global variables that were previously accessed through Apperyio.vars.

$v is a place for storing any data as ‘global’. For example, to transfer data between screens.

this.$v.myData = 12345;
this.$v.userInfo = {id: 123, name: 'Joe'};

For more detailed information about ‘$v’, you can refer to our documentation https://docs.appery.io/docs/6-model-and-storage#apperyio-global-variable

Appery Helper

The list of functions and properties for the Appery helper ‘$a’ has been significantly expanded. This expansion greatly simplifies the invocation of the most commonly used operations. For example, if you need to display a modal window and pass parameters to it, this can now be achieved in a single line of code:

let data = await this.$a.modal("EditUser", {name: 'john'});

If you need to display a loading indicator, a simple call will do:

await this.$a.showLoading();

And if you need to perform a GET request:

let res = await this.$a.get("https://mydomain.com/user/12345");

You can explore the full list of available functions on this page: https://docs.appery.io/reference/common-methods-and-properties

Global Functions

Global functions have been added. Now, in the Functions section under Modal and Storage, you can define a function, for example ‘sum’, which will be accessible on all screens, custom components, services, etc., using this.$v.sum()

For more detailed information about global functions, you can refer to our documentation https://docs.appery.io/docs/6-model-and-storage#global-functions

We believe this new feature will be of great value to our users. We appreciate your continued use of Appery.io, and we wish you a happy developing!

Thank you for using Appery.io and Happy Developing!

Your Appery.io Team

We’re excited to announce the introduction of the latest Appery.io release, which includes support for Android 13 (API level 33).

While many of the Appery projects were upgraded automatically, we aimed to keep manual application changes to a minimum to ensure a smooth transition for all users.
– Please ensure that you have not manually modified the config.xml file in the source tab. If any modifications were made to this file, kindly follow these steps: Remove the file and execute the “Undo all source changes” operation for the CORDOVA folder.

– Additionally, for some users, it may be necessary to access the App Settings. From there, navigate to Cordova Config, then proceed to the Android tab. Ensure that the property “GradlePluginKotlinVersion” is present with the value “1.6.20” (refer to the provided image for visual guidance). If this property is missing, kindly add it manually.

We believe this new feature will be of great value to our users. We appreciate your continued use of Appery.io, and we wish you a happy developing!

Thank you for using Appery.io and Happy Developing!

Your Appery.io Team

Greetings, Appery.io users!

We have some fantastic news to share with you – our latest release is now live, and it’s packed with exciting new features to enhance your App Builder experience! Here’s what’s in store for you:

Creating a new app has never been easier! With updated app creation options all in one place, new users can now quickly and easily decide what type of app they want to create. Plus, for added convenience, we’ve moved the link for restoring from backup right under the Create new app button:

Say goodbye to the hassle of certificate generation when publishing your apps to custom domains. Appery.io now automatically generates certificates, and when you’re done, you can share your app by copying the link or selecting from several social sharing options:

Save time and effort by adding necessary styles directly under the PROPERTIES > Styles tab, making styling your app easier than ever before:

Our improved modal window experience means you can now create responsive apps that automatically resize their modal windows. This is especially beneficial for tablet and desktop apps.

Writing custom code is a breeze with our new code snippets. We’ve added more snippets, including Navigate forward, Navigate back, Navigate root, and Get query parameter, to streamline your coding process.

We’ve also introduced a new action called Mark all as touch, which will allow you to fine-tune the validation flow:

Our expanded UI components arsenal now includes more properties like Truncate and Vertical Align, making them even more useful. Plus, you can now independently edit child components’ properties for wrapping components like Input and Checkbox, giving you more flexibility when designing your app’s UI. One of the added app styling options is expanding our standard icon toolset selection with Material Symbols library from Google with over 2,875 glyphs in a single font file with a wide range of design variants:

Finally, this release is all about helpers! We’ve added a CODE tab helper to assist you in adding necessary functions, and a helper under the Databases tab to simplify working with binary data. Check out the Files collection CREATE tab to see how quickly you can create binary files and pass your data as Base64.

We are thrilled to bring you these new features and hope that they make your Appery.io experience even better. Thank you for choosing Appery.io – Happy developing!

Your Appery.io Team