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When it comes to creating mobile apps, Appery.io is a name you need to know. In this article, discover how our latest features can transform your app development process. Appery.io is all about making app building easier and faster.

Enjoy our Search

First, let’s talk about our new search functionality. This tool lets you find anything in your project, whether it’s code, styles, or components. With a quick search, you save time and avoid frustration. You can focus on the creative aspects of your project.

Methods ngOnInit and ionViewWillEnter are now at Hand

Next, our editor now includes hot adding of the methods that are common in app development: ngOnInit and ionViewWillEnter. Previously, setting them up took time. Now, Appery.io has automated this. You can set up your project with one click on the needed method. This means less manual work for you.

Using Alerts is Simpler Now

Another exciting update is in user alerts. Handling these interactions used to be tricky. Now, our system streamlines the process. The code is clear and easy to read. Managing user prompts is now a breeze, enhancing your app’s user experience.

DB Queries Caching is Here Too

Performance is key in any app. That’s why our caching feature is a game-changer. For this, two new parameters have been added to our arsenal: cache and saveInCache.

This feature stores database queries so apps run smoothly, online or offline. It improves speed and ensures data is always there, even when the internet connection isn’t.

With these tools, Appery.io empowers developers at every level. You’re free to focus on what matters. The platform is evolving. Our commitment is to support your creative journey. We provide the tools you need to build apps that stand out.

To learn more about these new features, see our detailed Youtube video:

You’re not alone. Join the Appery.io community. Together, let’s bring your app ideas to life. Explore our tutorials, templates, and intuitive editor. We’re excited to see what you will create!

Unlock the full potential of your app development skills with our latest video guide! Dive into the world of QR and barcode technology with Appery.io and discover how easy it is to integrate these powerful features into your mobile and web applications. Our step-by-step tutorial will walk you through the process of creating, scanning, and managing codes while seamlessly connecting with a backend database. This video is packed with insights and practical tips to elevate your app projects. Watch now and transform the way you build apps!

Step into the Future of App Development

Why is QR and barcode integration a hot trend? Simple. It enhances user interaction and streamlines data processes. With Appery.io, developing these features becomes an enjoyable journey, even for beginners.

Building Blocks: Your QR and Barcode App Foundation

Start by creating a new app with Appery.io’s blank Ionic template. The goal? Add products with specific codes to your database and scan these codes for detailed information retrieval.

Step 1: Code Creation

Use Appery.io’s versatile “QR Code Generator.” Don’t let the name fool you—it handles all code types! Customizing your code is a breeze: adjust size, color, and format to suit your needs. QR codes are popular, so we’ll start there.

Step 2: Database Integration

Harness the power of Appery.io’s “List Details” plugin to manage product info linked to your QR codes. Create a database, add a collection for items, and include fields like “name” and “description.” Importing this plugin adds two powerful pages to your app, ready for data entry and editing.

Scanning and Display: Bringing It All Together

The final step? Scanning codes to display corresponding information. Appery.io offers a “QR and Barcode Scanner” plugin, adding seamless scanning capability. This integration works beautifully across mobile, web, and PWA environments.

Test and Optimize

For real-world effectiveness, use Appery.io’s Tester app on your device. It’s free and straightforward: scan your generated QR code and your app is instantly mobile-ready. Play around with different code formats, test your database connectivity, and refine your user interface for the best results.

Elevate Your App Experience

Integrate navigation tabs for a polished user experience. Appery.io’s simplicity lets you focus on creativity, not complexity.

Conclusion: Become an App Maestro

With Appery.io, creating a complex app with QR and barcode features has never been simpler. It’s an exciting time to explore the possibilities, test your creations, and ultimately produce an efficient and engaging application.

Keep exploring, keep innovating, and let Appery.io guide you through the remarkable process of app development. Dive into this opportunity, and soon, you’ll be coding like a pro.

Happy coding!

Are you ready to turn your mobile device into an offline map powerhouse?

Imagine exploring new places with no need for data connections. With Appery.io’s Offline Map app template, you can create a fully functional map app — no coding experience required. Here’s how you can get started today.

To make sure creating this app takes minimum of your time and efforts, you can watch our YouTube video:

Also, you are free to follow our detailed tutorial on using our customizable Offline Map app template. 

In short, the process can be described in the following simple steps:

Step 1: Build Your Offline Map App with Appery.io

Creating your app with Appery.io is a breeze. Simply:

1. Go to the Apps tab in Appery.io.
2. Click Create new app and choose the Offline Map template.
3. Give your app a name, click Create, and your project will be ready in seconds.

This template includes predefined data and settings to make the setup seamless. You’ll see everything organized in the Project view section, with all essential elements already in place.

Step 2: Get a Mapbox Access Token

To activate your maps, you’ll need a Mapbox access token:

1. Visit the Mapbox’s website and generate your unique access token.
2. In Appery.io, navigate to Services > Settings and enter your token.

This token enables the map features and gives you access to interactive, high-quality mapping.

Step 3: Test Your App on a Device

Testing in a browser won’t work due to the native APIs. To test, click to export the app as an APK (Android) or IPA (iOS), or use the Appery.io Tester app for quick previews.

Exploring the Offline Map App

Launch the app, and you’ll see a default map of San Francisco. Test the different view modes, like Streets or Outdoors, to see what suits you best.

Pro Tip: Use the Appery.io Tester app (available for free on iOS and Android) to preview your map instantly before exporting.

Want a full-screen experience? Hide the controls while using the Appery.io Tester.

To go fully offline, follow these steps:

1. Enable online mode on your device.
2. Click Maps to open the preloaded maps page.
3. Download one of the maps — this is what allows offline access later.

Now you’re set to navigate without an internet connection!

Customize Your App

You’re free to modify the template to fit your specific needs. The template documentation provides insights on how to use free maps from resources like MapTiler. Whether you choose free or paid maps, you’ll find options to match your adventure.

Export Your App

When done, take your app on the road! With Appery.io, exporting is easy. For Android and iOS, follow the export guides linked in the template documentation.

Start Navigating — No Connection Required!

With Appery.io’s Offline Map app template, your mobile device becomes a robust, customizable navigation tool. Perfect for travel, hikes, and exploring remote areas, this template takes your app ideas offline with ease.

Happy navigating!

Have you heard about OpenAi o1-preview? This revolutionary model is making waves in the tech world, and we’ve discovered how to harness its power using Appery.io, the leading no-code app-building platform.

OpenAi o1-preview, the early release of the OpenAi o1 model family, boasts enhanced reasoning abilities in mathematics, coding, and science. It outperforms previous models by using reinforcement learning to perform complex reasoning tasks, making it a game-changer for app development.

In our latest YouTube video, we demonstrate how to combine OpenAi o1-preview with Appery.io to create a mobile app that tests and compares this new model’s capabilities with the well-known ChatGPT-4o. The results are astonishing!

Imagine building powerful apps without writing a single line of code. With Appery.io, it’s possible! Our video showcases how we set up an app to compare the reasoning skills of OpenAi o1-preview and ChatGPT-4o. You’ll be intrigued to see which model comes out on top.

But we won’t spoil it for you here. To get all the exciting details and see the models in action, head over to our YouTube channel and watch the full tutorial. You’ll discover how OpenAi o1-preview can transform your approach to app development and why Appery.io is the perfect platform to bring your ideas to life.

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to explore the future of app development. OpenAi o1-preview and Appery.io are paving the way, and you can be at the forefront.

Watch our video, subscribe to our channel, and join us on this innovative journey!

Mobile app development is continually evolving, and one of the most exciting advancements is ChatGPT integration. By leveraging ChatGPT with a low-code platform like Appery.io, you can make app development easier and more effective. This combination offers both seasoned developers and beginners an accessible way to integrate advanced features into their apps. Let’s dive into how ChatGPT integration with Appery.io can boost your app development process.

What is ChatGPT?

ChatGPT is an advanced language model created by OpenAI. It can understand and generate human-like text based on the input it receives. This makes it perfect for creating chatbots, automating content, and enhancing user interactions in mobile apps.

Why Use Appery.io?

Appery.io is a low-code platform designed to simplify app development. It allows you to build advanced mobile apps without needing extensive coding knowledge. The platform offers a user-friendly interface and drag-and-drop features, making it easy to use for everyone.

Integrating ChatGPT with Appery.io

Combining ChatGPT with Appery.io brings together the power of advanced language processing and user-friendly app development.

By following the steps from our latest video, you’ll get a sophisticated image generating app using Appery.io as a low-code platform. This method is perfect for developers who want flexibility without the headache of heavy coding.

Ready for the full walkthrough? Watch our complete video tutorial now! Don’t forget to hit the like button, drop a comment, and subscribe for more amazing content.

Deploying Your App

Once satisfied with the app’s functionality, you can deploy it. Appery.io offers various deployment options, including exporting the app as an APK for Android devices or uploading it to the App Store for iOS.

Conclusion

Combining ChatGPT with Appery.io opens up a world of possibilities in mobile app development. By integrating advanced language understanding with a flexible and easy-to-use platform, developers can create innovative apps that stand out. Whether you are a seasoned developer or just starting, this powerful duo makes app creation more accessible and exciting than ever before.

If you’re interested in exploring this further, why not give it a try? Create your account on Appery.io, get your OpenAI API key, and start building your next breakthrough app today!

Hey there!

It’s the Appery.io team back with another exciting tutorial. 🔥

In our last video, we showed you how to integrate ChatGPT-4o with your app using our no-code platform. This cool feature lets your app efficiently process uploaded images and respond just like a human would.

If you missed that video, don’t worry.

You can watch it now by clicking this link.

This time, we’re diving into the low-code environment. We’ll use the Appery.io App Building platform again, but as a low-code editor.

Our new how-to video covers:

✅ Getting Started with Appery.io

✅ Setting Up the User Interface

✅ Adding Variables and Plugins

✅ Creating the `takePhoto()` and `process()` Functions

✅ Adding OpenAI API Key 

✅ Testing Both on Preview and on a Real Device

Ready to start? Let’s jump in!

Follow this step-by-step video guide and by the end, you’ll have a fully functional app, all with minimum coding and with maximum AI power!

Why Choose Appery.io for ChatGPT Integration?

Appery.io is a revolutionary low-code development platform designed to make app building accessible to everyone. Whether you’re a seasoned developer or a beginner, Appery.io simplifies the process of creating functional apps. With its intuitive interface and robust features, it’s never been easier to incorporate advanced functionalities, such as ChatGPT integration, into your mobile applications.

Visit the Appery.io website to download a free trial version and explore the magic of ChatGPT within your own app-building environment.

Happy developing!

We have an exciting news for you today! In our last video (you can find more details in this post), we showed you how to integrate an app with ChatGPT-4o using our platform as a no-code editor. Now, we’ll take it a step further. In out new video tutorial, we are demonstrating a similar integration, but this time using a low-code approach.

This means that only a minimum amount of code will be needed to implement the ChatGPT functionality for more complex integrations. Intrigued? Let’s dive in!

For your convenience, we are also providing the step-by-step instructions below.

Getting Started: Create a New App

First, let’s go to the Appery.io platform and traditionally create a new app.

You’ll need to add the necessary OpenAI Key that you can get from the OpenAI portal. Navigate to the Settings service and enter this key.

Just like before, any application will automatically get access to the OpenAI object once the OpenAI API key is specified. You can find more details in our documentation if you need further guidance.

Setting Up the User Interface

Before we start creating our UI, we need to decide how the code will access the input and display the output. We can use either local or global variables. For this demo, let’s use global variables.

So, open Screen1 in your new app, drag the following UI components onto the page and define them as follows:

– Textarea (this is where you’ll enter questions):

• Label = Question
• [(ngModel)] = $v.question (Global variables are accessed with the $v variable) 

– Button: (this will trigger the function named process() to handle the questions):

• Text = Process
• (click) = process()

– Text: (this will display the responses from ChatGPT):

• Text = {{obj}}
•  Text in Editor = Food1 (to make page appear appealing in the editor without breaking the app’s UI)
• *ngFor = let obj of $v.arr

We configured our no-code app to receive output as an array, not a string. For this low-code app, we’ll do the same. Let’s assume that ChatGPT will return an array of entities which we will iterate over and display.

Setting Up the Process Function

It’s time to configure the process function:

1. Open CODE > Functions, enter process for the function name and make sure it’s set as an async method.

2. Define the process method with the following code:

this.$v.arr = await this.$a.openai.aioRequest(this.$v.question, {format: ["food1", "food2", "..."]})

In this code, we’ll use the OpenAI object to send requests and receive an array of strings as responses. The first parameter is our question, represented by $v.question.

We also need the response to be an array of strings, so we’ll define the format for the second parameter in our code.

To enhance user experience, add a loading indicator before sending the request and remove it once the response is received.

await this.$a.showLoading()

await this.$a.dismissLoading()

All Set! Testing the App

Your app is ready for testing! Enter a query, press the button, and see the output from ChatGPT-4o:

Thank you for keeping up with us! We hope you found this video helpful.

Don’t forget to subscribe to our channel for more insightful content. Stay tuned and happy coding!

Dear Appery.io Developer,

We are thrilled to announce that Appery.io now fully supports Android 14 (API Level 34)!

As you may be aware, starting from August 31, 2024, Google Play will require all apps to target API level 34 or higher. To ensure you’re well ahead of this deadline, our dedicated team has been hard at work to align with Google Play’s latest requirements.

We are proud to inform you that the necessary updates have been successfully implemented. Effective immediately, our platform now includes full support for Android 14, guaranteeing that all Android apps built using Appery.io will continue to deliver a secure and efficient user experience.

This release underscores our commitment to making your development process as seamless and up-to-date as possible. With this update, you can effortlessly meet Google’s new requirements, keeping your applications both competitive and compliant.

Thank you for your continued trust in Appery.io for your development needs. Should you have any questions or require further assistance, please feel free to reach out.

Happy coding!

The Appery.io Team

Hello everyone!

Have you ever wished mobile app development could be more straightforward? Appery.io, a powerful low-code app-building platform, can make your dreams come true—especially when you integrate it with ChatGPT. Combining Appery.io and ChatGPT accelerates the development process and simplifies adding complex business logic to your applications.

Why Use Appery.io with ChatGPT?

Appery.io‘s intuitive builder lets you quickly create your app’s user interface (UI). And with simple tools, you can seamlessly integrate ChatGPT, an advanced AI from OpenAI. By using ChatGPT, you can add sophisticated features to your app without diving deep into complex coding.

A Simple Integration Guide

Here’s a simplified walkthrough of how you can get started:

1. Create a New App

First, open Appery.io and create a new app. In a blank Ionic app, click CREATE NEW > Page to generate a page with a predefined GPT-4o screen layout based on GPT-4o technology.

2. Obtain an API Key

For this integration, you’ll need an API key from the OpenAI portal. Just click the provided link, generate your API key, and copy it.

3. Insert Your API Key

Go to Project > Model and Storage > Storage tab, and paste your copied API key. This step is essential for enabling the AI technology.

4. Build Your UI

Next, open Screen1 and create a simple UI to test your app’s business logic:

– Textarea component: For entering questions, define the [(ngModel)] value as “question”.

– Button component: Add a button for processing requests and name it “process”. Define its (click) method as process().

– Text component: This will display the response from ChatGPT. Define its Text value as {{result}}.

5. Add Business Logic

Navigate to the CODE tab and add two variables: `question` and `result`. Also, define the “process” function as an asynchronous method.

this.result = await this.$v.openai.aioRequest(this.question);

When you included the screen layout earlier, the OpenaiModule (check TypeScript > Module) was automatically added. This module has the `openai.aioRequest` method, which you’ll use in your “process” function.

6. Test Your App

Save your app and start testing! Ask a question and see how ChatGPT responds.

7. Enhance Business Logic to Get Response in the Form of an Array 

Let’s say you want a response in the form of an array.

To get different output format response, for example, an array, you’ll need to modify your function with defining the format parameter.

this.result = await this.$v.openai.aioRequest(this.question, {

    format: {

            arr: [“”, “”, “”]

        }

    });

Also, adjust your UI accordingly by adding an *ngFor attribute with the value set to let obj of result?.arr to the Text component and replacing its {{result}} with {{obj}}.

When testing, enter a request like, “Provide a list of ten healthy foods” and click the button to process it. ChatGPT will return the requested list formatted correctly. And just like that, with minimal coding, you’ve added valuable business logic to your simple app!

That’s all for now. To discover how Appery.io and ChatGPT can streamline mobile app development by integrating AI-powered business logic explore our YouTube video guide:

Remember to stay tuned – in our next videos, we’ll demonstrate how to add image processing functionality.

Have you ever wondered how to make you Ionic app access the list of contacts of your device?

This blog post walks you through the steps of creating an Ionic app that can do that. Also, if you prefer watching video guides, you can follow this YouTube tutorial to create such an app:

Getting Started with Your Ionic App

First, we need to create a brand-new Ionic app. For this tutorial, we’re using the Appery.io platform, which makes the development process straightforward and efficient.

1. Create a New App:

Open Appery.io and click Create new app.

Name your app and confirm. This action creates a blank Ionic app with a predefined screen layout named Contacts.

2. Adding the Contacts Page:

Add this Contacts page layout to your app and adjust the routing to make sure it points correctly to this page.

Reviewing & Testing Your App

Your app is now ready to display contacts. This page will show names, phone numbers, and pictures of contacts. Let’s click TEST to quickly preview the app.

You can also preview what the app looks like and how it functions by using the Appery.io Tester, a native app for testing. It’s user-friendly and works perfectly!

How It Works Behind the Scenes

Now, let’s go deeper into the technical step-by-step process to understand how everything works:

Cordova Plugins:

Under the Project > App settings > Cordova plugins tab, you’ll see that the app uses the Cordova Contacts plugin, which has been automatically imported. This plugin helps fetch the contacts.

Ionic Contacts Wrapper

We utilize the Ionic Contacts wrapper for better integration. You can check its detailed documentation page if you wish to dive deeper into this.

Setting Up Variables

Open the Contacts page’s CODE tab to see the variables that were added automatically:

– `contacts`: Returns the contact list.

– `keyword`: Enables filtering.

– `SAMPLE_AVATAR`: Displays a sample picture. You can upload your custom one by using the Media Manager, if needed.

– `SAMPLE_CONTACTS`: Provides a sample list for testing in the browser.

Displaying Contacts List in the App

Now, let’s scroll to the Functions section to see how the contacts list is added in our code.

If the app runs in a browser, it uses the sample contacts from the variable above. But if the app is run on a real device, it accesses the actual contacts list via the predefined `contacts` variable.

Creating a User-Friendly UI

Here’s how to make the contacts list visually appealing and easy to navigate:

List Component:

Uses ListItem with the *ngFor attribute to iterate through the contact list and display each contact’s information.

Filtering Contacts:

The *ngModel keyword in the Search component allows users to filter contacts by name.

Using Selections:

The app lets users select contacts easily. Selected contacts have the selected property set to true.

Conclusion

And that’s how to get access to the list of contacts in an Ionic app! This straightforward guide aimed to simplify the technical aspects and provide a clear path for even beginners. Now you can easily fetch and display contacts in your Ionic apps.

Happy coding!