Vibe-coding an iOS App MVP in less than 10 minutes.
Vibe coding is all about embracing the creative flow of coding in an intuitive and experimental way. In this session, we take a hands-on approach to building a simple yet effective UX flashcards app using Xcode and Cursor.
Getting Started
To follow along, all you need is:
Access to Xcode
Access to Cursor
Both tools can be easily downloaded, and once installed, we’re ready to create a new project. Our app will be called UX Flashcards—a straightforward title that describes its core function: providing a quick reference for UX concepts.
The Concept
The goal of this app is simple: to offer designers, UX professionals, and product managers an easy way to browse and learn UX principles through flashcards. The app will allow users to:
Browse a list of UX-related cards
Filter and search for specific concepts
We aim to make the app accessible and useful for anyone in the product development space.
Building the App
With Xcode set up, Cursor gets to work generating our initial code structure. The app will include:
A search bar at the top for filtering concepts
A list of cards displaying UX principles
A simple and intuitive UI
Cursor then generates Swift code that lays out the necessary components, including data models and views. The power of AI-assisted coding is magical as it creates structured code, allowing us to focus more on the user experience.
Refining the Design
While Cursor speeds up the development process, AI-generated designs often require manual tweaks. Initially, the app had a cluttered UI, so we made the following refinements:
Removed unnecessary background colors
Simplified the search box for a cleaner look
Turned the interface to dark mode
Added icons to the cards for better visual hierarchy
Adjusted padding and layout for a more polished design
The results? A cleaner, more structured UI that balances functionality and aesthetics.
Final Thoughts
In just a short session, we managed to:
Set up the foundational structure of the app
Implement core functionality
Iterate on the design for a better user experience
This MVP could already be published on the App Store with further refinements in mind. The process of vibe coding makes development faster, and while AI-generated code still requires human input, it significantly accelerates the workflow.
What’s Next?
Now that we have a working MVP, the next steps could include:
Expanding the UX concepts database
Improving the visual appeal with refined UI elements
Adding interactive features like quizzes or bookmarking
Vibe coding is a game-changer, making development more accessible and fun. Stay tuned for the next session where we explore more features and enhancements. Until then, happy coding!
