Draftbit is a visual app development platform that lets you build, design, and launch cross-platform mobile apps powered by AI.https://draftbit.com/https://draftbit.com/blog/a-beginners-comparison-of-react-native-and-flutter-why-you-should-choose-react-native/https://draftbit.com/blog/a-beginners-comparison-of-react-native-and-flutter-why-you-should-choose-react-native/When it comes to building mobile apps that work seamlessly on both iOS and Android, the choices often boil down to two popular frameworks: React Native and Flutter. Both have their strengths, but today, we're going to dive into what sets them apartFri, 17 May 2024 00:00:00 GMTDev ToolsReact NativeNo CodeProgramminghttps://draftbit.com/blog/5-funding-options-mobile-app-startups-should-consider/https://draftbit.com/blog/5-funding-options-mobile-app-startups-should-consider/In this blog post, we will explore five funding options that mobile app startups should consider to secure the necessary capital for their journey.Thu, 22 Jun 2023 00:00:00 GMTApp FoundersSmall BusinessStartupshttps://draftbit.com/blog/11-best-no-code-and-low-code-backends-for-2021/https://draftbit.com/blog/11-best-no-code-and-low-code-backends-for-2021/Compare the best no-code and low-code backends for mobile apps, including Supabase, Xano, Firebase, Airtable, Backendless, Appwrite, Hasura, and headless CMS options.Wed, 22 Sep 2021 00:00:00 GMTApplication DevelopmentBackend DevelopmentMobile App DevelopmentLow Codehttps://draftbit.com/blog/achieving-success-with-mobile-app-development-using-low-code-platforms-tips-and-best-practices/https://draftbit.com/blog/achieving-success-with-mobile-app-development-using-low-code-platforms-tips-and-best-practices/Use this low-code mobile app development playbook to scope smarter, build faster with AI, connect real data, test on devices, preserve source code access, and launch with expert support.Fri, 09 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMTMobile App DevelopmentLow CodeSmall Businesshttps://draftbit.com/blog/9-reasons-small-business-owners-should-be-thinking-about-low-code-no-code/https://draftbit.com/blog/9-reasons-small-business-owners-should-be-thinking-about-low-code-no-code/Learn how low-code/no-code platforms are helping small businesses build and automate faster, easier and cheaper.Mon, 01 Nov 2021 00:00:00 GMTLow CodeNo CodeSmall Businesshttps://draftbit.com/blog/building-an-instagram-clone-from-scratch-with-no-code-part-1-sign-up-sign-in-and-log-out/https://draftbit.com/blog/building-an-instagram-clone-from-scratch-with-no-code-part-1-sign-up-sign-in-and-log-out/In this 3-part tutorial series, we provide step-by-step instructions for creating an Instagram clone from scratch using no-code tools Draftbit and Xano. In Part 1, we will build user authentication (sign up, sign in, log out).Wed, 17 Nov 2021 00:00:00 GMTMobile App DevelopmentNo Codehttps://draftbit.com/blog/building-an-instagram-clone-from-scratch-with-no-code-part-2-create-browse-content/https://draftbit.com/blog/building-an-instagram-clone-from-scratch-with-no-code-part-2-create-browse-content/In this 3-part tutorial series, we provide step-by-step instructions for creating an Instagram clone from scratch using no-code tools Draftbit and Xano. In Part 2, we will build content creation and browsing functionality (create new post, see posts).Wed, 17 Nov 2021 00:00:00 GMTMobile App DevelopmentNo Codehttps://draftbit.com/blog/common-best-practices-for-smartphone-app-ui-ux-design/https://draftbit.com/blog/common-best-practices-for-smartphone-app-ui-ux-design/In this blog post, we will explore some common best practices for creating a compelling and user-friendly UI/UX for smartphone apps.Thu, 22 Jun 2023 00:00:00 GMTApp DesignMobile App Developmenthttps://draftbit.com/blog/building-an-instagram-clone-from-scratch-with-no-code-part-3-interact-with-content/https://draftbit.com/blog/building-an-instagram-clone-from-scratch-with-no-code-part-3-interact-with-content/In this 3-part tutorial series, we provide step-by-step instructions for creating an Instagram clone from scratch using no-code tools Draftbit and Xano. In Part 3, we will build content interaction features (likes, follows, comments).Wed, 17 Nov 2021 00:00:00 GMTMobile App DevelopmentNo Codehttps://draftbit.com/blog/empowering-non-developers-to-build-mobile-apps-with-low-code-platforms/https://draftbit.com/blog/empowering-non-developers-to-build-mobile-apps-with-low-code-platforms/Learn how non-developers can use AI-assisted low-code platforms like Draftbit to build, iterate, and launch real mobile apps while keeping code access and expert help available.Fri, 09 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMTLow CodeMobile App DevelopmentSmall BusinessStartupshttps://draftbit.com/blog/how-to-create-a-custom-component-in-draftbit/https://draftbit.com/blog/how-to-create-a-custom-component-in-draftbit/In this article, we'll go through how to create a Custom Component in a Draftbit app (a Text component), and adding the open-source Package that supports the Custom Component (via Packages).Wed, 08 Sep 2021 00:00:00 GMTReact NativeExpoMobile App DevelopmentProgrammingNo Codehttps://draftbit.com/blog/how-to-choose-the-best-baas-for-your-native-mobile-app/https://draftbit.com/blog/how-to-choose-the-best-baas-for-your-native-mobile-app/Compare backend-as-a-service options for your mobile app. Evaluate features, performance, security, pricing, and ease of use.Tue, 01 Nov 2022 00:00:00 GMTBackend DevelopmentMobile App Developmenthttps://draftbit.com/blog/how-to-build-an-app-ui-from-scratch-using-draftbit/https://draftbit.com/blog/how-to-build-an-app-ui-from-scratch-using-draftbit/learn step-by-step how to create a user interface using the Draftbit app builder and see in action how Flexbox layout components are configured, and understand the building blocks of the Builder.Wed, 08 Sep 2021 00:00:00 GMTReact NativeMobile App DevelopmentProgrammingApplication Developmenthttps://draftbit.com/blog/how-low-code-platforms-can-simplify-your-mobile-app-development-workflow/https://draftbit.com/blog/how-low-code-platforms-can-simplify-your-mobile-app-development-workflow/See how AI-assisted low-code platforms simplify mobile app development with templates, visual editing, integrations, live preview, code access, publishing, and expert support.Fri, 09 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMTApplication DevelopmentLow Codehttps://draftbit.com/blog/how-to-create-a-native-mobile-app-for-your-backendless-back-end/https://draftbit.com/blog/how-to-create-a-native-mobile-app-for-your-backendless-back-end/In this tutorial, I’ll show you how to build a mobile app front-end from scratch using a Backendless real-time database back-end and Backendless API services.Mon, 27 Sep 2021 00:00:00 GMTLow CodeMobile App Developmenthttps://draftbit.com/blog/how-to-create-a-native-mobile-app-for-your-xano-back-end/https://draftbit.com/blog/how-to-create-a-native-mobile-app-for-your-xano-back-end/In this tutorial, we'll show you how to build the core CRUD functionalities of a mobile app from scratch using a Xano back-end. The mobile app will be built in open-source React Native using Draftbit, a low-code visual development platform. Apps built in Draftbit can be published to the iOS and Android app stores.Tue, 07 Sep 2021 00:00:00 GMTReact NativeBackend DevelopmentApplication DevelopmentExpoNo Codehttps://draftbit.com/blog/how-to-create-a-native-mobile-app-for-your-supabase-back-end/https://draftbit.com/blog/how-to-create-a-native-mobile-app-for-your-supabase-back-end/This tutorial will show you how to create a native mobile app from scratch using Supabase as the back-end database and Draftbit as the React Native builder. Thu, 23 Sep 2021 00:00:00 GMTLow CodeMobile App Developmenthttps://draftbit.com/blog/how-to-fetch-data-from-a-rest-api-in-an-app-ui-using-draftbit/https://draftbit.com/blog/how-to-fetch-data-from-a-rest-api-in-an-app-ui-using-draftbit/In the first tutorial in the series on creating a Bookbit Starter app from scratch, the focus was on covering the UI elements that the Draftbit’s Builder offer and how to implement them to create mobile app screens.Wed, 08 Sep 2021 00:00:00 GMTReact NativeNo CodeLow CodeMobile App Developmenthttps://draftbit.com/blog/how-to-get-your-first-1000-mobile-app-users/https://draftbit.com/blog/how-to-get-your-first-1000-mobile-app-users/Everyone and their smartphone-savvy grandmother is developing a mobile app. So how do founders stand out from the crowd? How do they get people to care about, use, and buy their app? How do they attract early adopters?Fri, 22 Oct 2021 00:00:00 GMTApp FoundersApp Marketinghttps://draftbit.com/blog/low-code-platforms-vs-traditional-mobile-app-development-which-is-right-for-you/https://draftbit.com/blog/low-code-platforms-vs-traditional-mobile-app-development-which-is-right-for-you/Compare low-code, AI-assisted app builders, expert services, and traditional mobile development so you can choose the right path for your app.Fri, 09 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMTLow CodeMobile App DevelopmentSmall BusinessStartupshttps://draftbit.com/blog/maximizing-efficiency-and-productivity-with-expo-dev-tools/https://draftbit.com/blog/maximizing-efficiency-and-productivity-with-expo-dev-tools/Explore how Expo dev tools boost mobile development productivity with faster setup, built-in APIs, and seamless deployment.Fri, 09 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMTExpoDev Toolshttps://draftbit.com/blog/poisera/https://draftbit.com/blog/poisera/Learn how Poisera's founders used Draftbit to launch their mobile app that helps mothers build resilience and well-being.Wed, 08 Sep 2021 00:00:00 GMTStartupshttps://draftbit.com/blog/navigating-the-rough-seas-to-find-product-market-fit-for-your-app/https://draftbit.com/blog/navigating-the-rough-seas-to-find-product-market-fit-for-your-app/Finding Product-Market Fit is no easy feat, but with a mix of clarity, customer focus, and constant iteration, you'll be sailing toward success like the most capable captain on the high seas.Mon, 13 Nov 2023 00:00:00 GMTStartupsApplication Developmenthttps://draftbit.com/blog/react-native-vs-flutter-which-one-is-better/https://draftbit.com/blog/react-native-vs-flutter-which-one-is-better/When deciding between the two most popular cross-platform mobile frameworks in the world, there are many considerations, from performance to community to cost.Fri, 22 Oct 2021 00:00:00 GMTReact NativeMobile App DevelopmentProgramminghttps://draftbit.com/blog/real-world-examples-of-successful-react-native-mobile-apps/https://draftbit.com/blog/real-world-examples-of-successful-react-native-mobile-apps/See how Facebook, Airbnb, UberEATS, Walmart, and Bloomberg use React Native to power their high-performance mobile apps.Fri, 09 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMTMobile App DevelopmentReact Nativehttps://draftbit.com/blog/the-advantages-of-using-low-code-platforms-for-enterprise-mobile-app-development/https://draftbit.com/blog/the-advantages-of-using-low-code-platforms-for-enterprise-mobile-app-development/See how AI-assisted low-code platforms help enterprise teams ship mobile apps faster while preserving source code access, integrations, governance, and expert support.Fri, 09 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMTLow CodeApplication DevelopmentEnterprisehttps://draftbit.com/blog/strategies-for-user-acquisition-and-retention-in-the-mobile-app-market/https://draftbit.com/blog/strategies-for-user-acquisition-and-retention-in-the-mobile-app-market/Proven strategies for acquiring and retaining mobile app users, from ASO and influencer marketing to push notifications.Thu, 22 Jun 2023 00:00:00 GMTApp Marketinghttps://draftbit.com/blog/the-benefits-of-using-low-code-tools-at-development-agencies/https://draftbit.com/blog/the-benefits-of-using-low-code-tools-at-development-agencies/Learn how agencies can use AI-assisted low-code tools like Draftbit to protect margins, speed up mobile delivery, improve client collaboration, and keep source code ownership.Fri, 09 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMTApplication DevelopmentLow Codehttps://draftbit.com/blog/the-best-ci-cd-tools-for-mobile-app-developers-in-2022/https://draftbit.com/blog/the-best-ci-cd-tools-for-mobile-app-developers-in-2022/Compare the best CI/CD and release tools for mobile apps, including Draftbit, Expo EAS, GitHub Actions, Bitrise, Codemagic, Fastlane, Xcode Cloud, CircleCI, GitLab CI/CD, and Jenkins.Mon, 13 Dec 2021 00:00:00 GMTApplication DevelopmentMobile App Developmenthttps://draftbit.com/blog/the-10-best-design-tools-for-mobile-app-creators-in-2021/https://draftbit.com/blog/the-10-best-design-tools-for-mobile-app-creators-in-2021/Compare the best mobile app design and prototyping tools for modern app teams, including Draftbit, Figma, Sketch, Penpot, ProtoPie, Framer, Origami Studio, Zeplin, UXPin, and Rive.Wed, 24 Nov 2021 00:00:00 GMTMobile App DevelopmentApp Designhttps://draftbit.com/blog/the-complete-guide-to-react-native-flexbox-layout-using-draftbits-visual-builder/https://draftbit.com/blog/the-complete-guide-to-react-native-flexbox-layout-using-draftbits-visual-builder/ How Draftbit uses React Native's Flexbox layout to build apps visually. Wed, 08 Sep 2021 00:00:00 GMTReact NativeLow CodeMobile App DevelopmentProgrammingNo Codehttps://draftbit.com/blog/the-cost-effective-solution-developing-mobile-apps-with-low-code-platforms/https://draftbit.com/blog/the-cost-effective-solution-developing-mobile-apps-with-low-code-platforms/Learn how AI-assisted low-code platforms like Draftbit lower mobile app development costs while preserving code access, integrations, publishing, and expert support.Fri, 09 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMTSmall BusinessStartupsLow CodeMobile App Developmenthttps://draftbit.com/blog/top-mobile-app-design-trends-going-into-2023/https://draftbit.com/blog/top-mobile-app-design-trends-going-into-2023/Explore current mobile app design trends, from AI-assisted UX and adaptive interfaces to accessibility, trust, motion, design systems, and real build workflows.Mon, 09 Jan 2023 00:00:00 GMTApp DesignMobile App Developmenthttps://draftbit.com/blog/top-6-mobile-app-wireframe-and-prototyping-tools/https://draftbit.com/blog/top-6-mobile-app-wireframe-and-prototyping-tools/These invaluable resources empower app designers and developers to bring their concepts to life, allowing them to create interactive and user-friendly interfaces.Thu, 22 Jun 2023 00:00:00 GMTApp Designhttps://draftbit.com/blog/unleashing-the-power-of-low-code-app-builders-for-internal-processes/https://draftbit.com/blog/unleashing-the-power-of-low-code-app-builders-for-internal-processes/Learn how teams can use AI-assisted low-code app builders like Draftbit to create internal tools, connect existing data, reduce IT backlog, and preserve source code ownership.Tue, 16 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMTProduct Team CollaborationLow CodeDev ToolsEnterprisehttps://draftbit.com/blog/the-hapi-path-to-express-js-for-our-backend-services/https://draftbit.com/blog/the-hapi-path-to-express-js-for-our-backend-services/Draftbit Sr. Software Engineer Shawn Michael Larkin explains the technical context for our switch from Hapi to Express.js, and its advantages for our end-users.Tue, 14 Dec 2021 00:00:00 GMTBackend Developmenthttps://draftbit.com/blog/why-mobile-app-startup-founders-should-consider-no-code-development-tools/https://draftbit.com/blog/why-mobile-app-startup-founders-should-consider-no-code-development-tools/In this blog post, we will explore why mobile app startup founders should seriously consider using no-code development tools and services.Wed, 01 Nov 2023 00:00:00 GMTApp FoundersNo CodeStartupshttps://draftbit.com/blog/why-react-native-is-the-future-of-mobile-app-development/https://draftbit.com/blog/why-react-native-is-the-future-of-mobile-app-development/Why React Native leads mobile app development with native performance, shared codebases, and strong community support.Fri, 09 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMTApplication DevelopmentReact Native