Overview
Learn how to create new apps and get to know the App Builder.
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Learn how to create new apps and get to know the App Builder.
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The App Builder is your tool to develop apps in Heisenware. It complements the , which is used to manage apps, integrations and your account. The App Builder includes everything to build application logic, integrate and store data, as well as to create user interfaces.
Login to your account, navigate to the Apps
panel and click on the +
in the top bar.
To start building, click on Start App Builder
inside the development card. The App Builder opens and you can start building the app.
The App Builder combines all components to build apps in just one interface.
This is a collection of general App Builder knowledge.
Drag and drop is crucial when using the App Builder. It allows you to place elements and change their position in both the UI and the logic, and also to connect all elements to each other.
In the context of the App Builder, it's crucial to differentiate between build time and runtime. Build time is when low-code developers design and configure the app using the App Builder, shaping the structure and logic of apps. On the other hand, runtime is the live phase, where the application actively runs, responds to user inputs, processes data, and executes functions, allowing users to interact with the live app.
Technically, apps built with the App Builder are Progressive Web Apps (PWAs). PWAs offer a user experience similar to native mobile apps, combining the strengths of web and mobile application development. They provide several advantages, including:
Improved performance: Fast load times, smooth animations, and responsive interfaces for a seamless user experience.
No installation required: Users can access PWAs without downloading and installing from an app store, reducing friction.
Cost-effective development: Developing a PWA can be more cost-effective than building native mobile apps, as it eliminates the need for separate development for different platforms.
Once created, you can and start building with the App Builder.
Add and delete and subpages within an app. It allows easy navigation through the app while working in the App Builder.
Provides for building the application logic. Additional functions appear here when deploying an , using a , or of a class.
Upload, store, and manage custom, external for use in your app, such as images or .xlsx files containing data.
, the key building blocks in Heisenware, perform specific actions and are either built-in or adapted from other systems or software libraries.
From the section toolbar, you can also add a and a trigger.
The UI editor uses a WYSIWYG approach to create the user interface of the app, which makes the design intuitive and efficient. There are several available, ranging from simple text boxes to input and display widgets.