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Getting Started with MicroBuilder

Welcome to MicroBuilder! This guide will help you create your first AI-powered application in minutes.

What is MicroBuilder?

MicroBuilder is an AI-powered platform that builds production-ready applications from natural language descriptions. Simply describe what you want to build, and our deterministic engine creates a complete, functional app with:

  • ✅ Full-stack architecture (frontend + backend)
  • ✅ Database schema and migrations
  • ✅ Authentication (Google + GitHub OAuth)
  • ✅ Third-party integrations (22+ services)
  • ✅ Professional UI/UX
  • ✅ Production deployment ready

Quick Start (5 Minutes)

1. Sign Up

  1. Go to MicroBuilder
  2. Click "Sign In"
  3. Choose Google or GitHub authentication
  4. Complete your profile

2. Choose a Plan

  • Free: Try the platform (limited builds)
  • Builder ($29/mo): Unlimited builds, all integrations
  • Pro ($99/mo): Advanced features, priority support
  • Branded ($299/mo): White-label, custom domains

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3. Create Your First App

  1. Click "New App" from dashboard
  2. Describe your app in plain English: 
    Example: "A task management app with kanban boards, 
user authentication, and Slack notifications"
  3. Select required integrations (e.g., Slack, Database)
  4. Click "Build App"
  5. Wait 2-5 minutes for AI generation

4. Live Editing

Once built, you can:

  • Chat with AI to modify features
  • Request UI changes in real-time
  • Add/remove integrations
  • Customize branding

5. Deploy to Production

  1. Test your app in preview mode
  2. Click "Publish to Production"
  3. (Optional) Add custom domain
  4. Share with users!

What Can You Build?

Business Applications

  • CRM systems
  • Project management tools
  • Inventory tracking
  • Customer portals

SaaS Products

  • Analytics dashboards
  • API platforms
  • Automation tools
  • Marketplace platforms

Internal Tools

  • Admin panels
  • Data visualization
  • Workflow automation
  • Employee directories

E-commerce

  • Online stores
  • Subscription platforms
  • Booking systems
  • Membership sites

Key Concepts

Deterministic Builds

MicroBuilder uses a deterministic engine (temperature=0) for backend code, ensuring:

  • Consistent, reliable output
  • No random behavior
  • Reproducible builds
  • Production-ready quality

Capability Matrix

Our AI routing system automatically:

  • Selects the right integrations
  • Handles partial feature support
  • Falls back gracefully
  • Optimizes for your requirements

Component Registry

Pre-built, tested components ensure:

  • Fast build times
  • High-quality code
  • Consistent architecture
  • Easy maintenance

Verified Modules

All integrations are:

  • Cryptographically signed
  • Security audited
  • Test-verified
  • Community-contributed (partially open source)

Next Steps

Need Help?

Ready to build something amazing? Create Your First App →