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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!

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!

We’re thrilled to announce that the Appery.io team has just released a ready-to-go template: App Starter Offline, that serves as a dynamic, adaptable, and interactive foundation for creating state-of-the-art mobile applications, fully equipped to support offline mode and accessible on any device.

Offline Mode: A Game-Changer

One of the standout features of the App Starter Offline template is its robust offline mode. Not only can you read app data when offline, but you can also modify it and synchronize changes. This ensures data consistency, even in situations where multiple users are accessing and modifying data under different online/offline scenarios. Whether your users are in a remote location with no network access or simply in an area with spotty coverage, they’ll be able to continue their tasks without interruption.

Rich Feature Set: Beyond Offline Mode

While offline mode is the star, App Starter Offline comes packed with a host of other valuable features:

– Authentication Options: Robust and secure authentication methods, including options such as username & password, and FaceID.

– Extensive User Settings: A comprehensive settings dashboard for users to personalize their app experience, including account preferences, notification controls, and privacy settings.

– Personalized Profiles: Enable users to create and edit their profiles with personal data and images for a unique, customized experience.

– Multilingual Support: Make your app accessible to a global audience with a wide range of language options.

– Dark Mode: Reduce eye strain in low-light conditions and conserve battery life, toggling between light and dark themes.

– Secure Messaging for Verification: Enhance security with double opt-in sign-up and operations via email or SMS confirmation codes, perfect for password changes or new device verifications.

Detailed Guide Included!

To ensure a smooth and tailored implementation process, we’ve also provided a comprehensive guide on how to use and customize the App Starter Offline template. Whether you’re a seasoned developer or just starting, our guide will assist you in maximizing the potential of this robust template.

Bonus Time!

New How-To Video: Simplify Your Work in Appery.io Editor

In addition to the new template, we’re excited to share a brand-new how-to video on our YouTube channel . This video demonstrates how to simplify your work in the Appery.io editor using the “Text in Editor” feature, all without disrupting your app’s UI. Check it out to streamline your development process and ensure a hassle-free experience. 

Conclusion: An Essential Tool for Modern Developers

Ideal for entrepreneurs, startups, and businesses aiming to launch applications in sectors like social networking, e-commerce, health & fitness, education, or any user-centric service, the App Starter Offline template is designed to provide an impeccable user journey from the very first interaction. Additionally, whether you’re developing a comprehensive product or testing a minimum viable product (MVP), this template will be instrumental in accelerating your development process and enhancing user engagement. So why wait? Dive into the world of seamless offline experiences with Appery.io‘s App Starter Offline template today and watch your app reach new heights.

Stay tuned for more updates and don’t forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel for the latest tutorials and tips!

In the digital age, integrating advanced technology into your applications can set you apart from the competition. One of the most groundbreaking technologies today is GPT-4o, a version of the AI model developed by OpenAI that can transform how we interact with software. For those who are not developers, the thought of adding such advanced capabilities to an application might seem daunting. However, with platforms like Appery.io, it’s not only possible; it’s also straightforward.

Appery.io is the first mobile building platform that offers even two options to integrate the GPT-4o model into your app:

1. By using the GPT-4o app template for easy building your own Chat GPT app based on the GPT-4o model
2. By adding a ready-to-go-with GPT-4o screen layout.

On top of it, our latest YouTube tutorial offers a user-friendly guide on how to either create a new mobile or web application with GPT-4o support or add it to an existing app using Appery.io, a powerful yet easy-to-use, low-code app-building platform. This video is ideal for anyone interested in stepping into the world of app development without needing to dive deep into complex programming languages. Appery.io provides a seamless environment where you can visually develop your application, integrate backend services, and include sophisticated features like GPT-4o without writing extensive code.

Whether you are looking to enhance a personal project or elevate a professional application, incorporating GPT-4o could significantly improve functionalities such as natural language understanding, automated reasoning, and personalized user interactions. This tutorial isn’t just about integrating AI; it’s about making cutting-edge technology accessible to everyone. By the end of the video, you’ll not only understand what GPT-4o can do for your apps but also how to incorporate it using Appery.io seamlessly. Embrace the future of app development – start integrating GPT-4o today and see your applications do more than they ever could before. Watch our tutorial now and take the first step towards unlocking new possibilities.

The world of mobile app development just got more delicious – thanks to Appery.io and their latest addition: the Menu app template. This user-friendly template caters to small restaurant businesses and offers versatile features for both admins and guests. Let’s delve more into what the Menu template has to offer.

Please check this link to see what it can look like.

The creation of the Menu app is swift with Appery.io ‘s App Builder. All you need to do is select the Menu template and create – your restaurant’s app, equipped with all the necessary pages and services, will be ready to go in a jiffy.

The default layout of the app opens with the menu page, a customizable header featuring the restaurant name, and a bilingual language selector toggling between English and Spanish.

However, Appery.io ‘s flexibility allows you to add any language to the selector with minimal effort.

One of the captivating characteristics of this template is its divided meal categories. Choose from four different categories: starters, mains, desserts, and beverages. Each meal comes with its own page, complete with a photo, name, price, and further details. Tagging options like “new” are also available to highlight dishes that you’d like to promote.

The app has an Add to Order feature, allowing guests to keep track of their orders, review, and edit if necessary before the final order placement.

The app also includes an About Us page that you can customize to the nines! It allows you to replace photos, working hours, and contacts with your own.

Once the app is tailored to your restaurant’s needs, all you have to do is print the QR Code of the published app and put it on your tables. Your guests will enjoy the luxury of ordering their meals in their own language, effortlessly.

Now, let’s discuss customization. The Menu app template is designed so that you can personalize it without writing a single line of code. You can easily add categories, arrange them on the categories page, and even add proper images for them. Moreover, you can even customize the language options and the translations for them, offering a truly multilingual experience for your guests.

Watch this video for some tips on how it can be modified according to your needs:

Besides the smooth customization process, the back-end management of the Menu app also stands out. The Menu_DB database, linked with the app, houses all the predefined meal records in all available languages and their details, offering you an easy way to edit and add meals.

In addition, the beauty of Appery.io ‘s Menu app extends beyond just customizing meal details. It enables restaurant admins to update the menu right from the app itself, bypassing the need to access the App Builder.

As an added bonus, app enthusiasts can look forward to more from Appery.io. Future videos will dive deeper into other exciting features tailored particularly for restaurant admins.

For now, however, it’s time for restaurant owners to delve into low-code app development with Appery.io‘s new Menu app template and discover a revolutionary way to streamline their small businesses.

Anyone interested can try Appery.io for free and see what the platform, along with the Menu template, has to offer. Do not hesitate to subscribe to our YouTube channel for more insightful content as it continues to release.

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