3 Essential Checklists for Building Apps

Introduction

Welcome to the Vibe Coding Starter Guide! If you're excited about building your own app but don't have traditional coding experience, you're in the right place. This guide is specifically designed for creative builders like you who want to use AI tools to bring your ideas to life.

Vibe coding is a new approach that lets you create apps by working with AI tools rather than writing code from scratch. Tools like Bolt, Lovable, v0 and Cursor are making it possible for anyone with a great idea to build functional applications without years of programming study.

However, as you may have discovered, this journey comes with its own set of challenges. Many non-technical builders face obstacles when trying to create secure, well-structured apps that actually work as intended. The good news is that with the right guidance, you can avoid the most common pitfalls and dramatically improve your results.

This guide provides three essential checklists focused on the areas where non-technical builders typically need the most help:

1. Architecture Checklist: Build your app on a solid foundation that can grow with your success.
2. Security Checklist: Protect your app and your users' data from common vulnerabilities that AI tools might miss.
3. Debugging Checklist: Find and fix problems in your app, even when you don't understand all the code.

Each checklist includes practical, actionable steps explained in plain English. You don't need to understand complex coding terminology to follow along.

By following these checklists, you'll be able to:

• Build more secure applications that protect your users and your business
• Identify and solve problems in your app without advanced technical knowledge
• Create apps that are stable, reliable, and can handle growth

Let's get started on your journey to becoming a more confident and successful app builder!

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1. Architecture Checklist

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Understanding App Architecture

Architecture refers to how your app is structured and organized. Good architecture makes your app stable, easy to update, and able to grow with your needs. This checklist will help you build a solid foundation for your app, even without technical expertise.