Not Another Toy Demo Refactoring a Real-World SaaS UI with AI & DocDD
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Summary of UI Refactoring Using Vzero
- Introduction to UI Refactoring
- Series on documentation-driven development.
- Focus on UI refactoring using Vzero and AI tools like Claude.
- Previous Setup
- Switched from bespoke solution to Maker Kit for app design.
- Current UI deemed unsatisfactory and in need of visual enhancement.
- Process without AI would typically involve designers, consuming weeks of work.
- Refactoring Process
- Demonstrated the before and after of the application.
- Design refactor completed in approximately 2 hours, compared to weeks if done manually.
- Utilized Vzero for requirement generation and app creation.
- Design Workflow
- Started with mockups and requirements.
- Integrated features into Vzero, including collapsible menus and better navigation.
- Emphasized keeping documents updated to maintain context through development.
- Challenges Faced
- Encountered various design and functionality issues during refactor, including:
- Logo size adjustments.
- Color scheme consistency.
- User interface elements not matching mockups.
- Utilized a mix of prompts and assessments to navigate these issues.
- Collaborative Development
- Highlighted the importance of adequate documentation and good practices in organizing tasks.
- Suggested that with AI assistance, development can become significantly more efficient.