👋 Blake Anderson shares key principles and methods for developing a viral app, drawing from his experience with apps like Riz GPT, umax, and Cal.
🚀 Viral development aims to reduce friction from coding to reaching millions of users, focusing on single-player utility apps.
1️⃣ Growth Mindset: Embrace challenges and view AI as a tool, not a crutch. You can go from zero to a functional app in one month with the right mindset.
2️⃣ Deep Work and Time Blocking: Dedicate focused time to coding without distractions. Set specific goals for each session to ensure productivity.
3️⃣ Progressive Overload: Gradually increase the difficulty of your projects and coding skills. Start with simple apps to build confidence and experience.
1️⃣ Use React Native with Expo and Cursor: This stack allows for efficient front-end development for both iOS and Android.
2️⃣ Set Up Backend Infrastructure: Utilize services like Superbase or Firebase for user authentication and database management.
3️⃣ Learn How to Prompt AI: Effective prompting is crucial. Be specific, iterate, and save your prompts for future use.
📈 Developing a viral app requires a combination of the right mindset, focused work, and effective methods. Stay tuned for the next video on marketing your application!