# Building your App

It's time to begin building your first application! This section provides a structured guide to help you move from concept to a fully functional app—efficiently and effectively.

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### Step 1: Assign a Meaningful Name to Your App

Naming your application thoughtfully enhances usability and recognition. Choose a name that reflects the app’s function or domain to improve clarity for both developers and end users.\
Start by giving your app a meaningful name and project icon.

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*Example: Instead of “App\_001”, consider a descriptive name like “Inventory Tracker” or “Order Manager”.*
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### Step 2: Define Your App Idea

Before initiating any project, clearly articulate your application’s purpose. The precision of your vision directly influences the quality of the output generated by eMOBIQ AI.

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<summary>Lack of ideas?</summary>

*Click `Advanced Ideation` to help you clearly define what your app should do. The more specific you are, the better eMOBIQ AI can assist you to build your app*

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<summary>Templated Projects</summary>

*If you are unsure what app to build, click on `Use suggested templates` to try using one of our templates to get started!*

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*Do note that creating a templated app will consume credits.*
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*For more information on how to have a better App upon generation, refer to our* [*Advanced Prompting Guide*](https://docs.emobiq.com/emobiq-ai/readme/building-your-app/advanced-prompting-for-app-creation)
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### Step 3: Select Your Backend Service

Based on your objectives, select the appropriate application type. Each option is designed for a specific use case and technical architecture:

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* Designed for UI-only prototypes or personal tools
* No backend database required
* Data is stored locally within the browser
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* Integrates with external systems such as Microsoft Business Central, Acumatica, Sage and many more!
* Requires pre-defined and accessible API endpoints
* Enables seamless connectivity with existing business ecosystems
* Full guide on[ External API configuration](https://docs.emobiq.com/emobiq-ai/readme/external-api)

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*📝 Note: Ensure all external API function calls are documented and tested before selecting this mode.*
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<table><thead><tr><th width="149.76043701171875">App Type</th><th width="298.51806640625">Database Provisioning</th><th>Integration Capabilities</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Standalone</td><td>None - Local Storage</td><td>NA</td></tr><tr><td>External API</td><td>Leverages external databases via Function API</td><td>Custom integrations supported</td></tr></tbody></table>
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### Step 4: Choose Between Autopilot or Manual Review Workflow

Decide how much oversight you want during the development lifecycle.

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<table data-view="cards"><thead><tr><th></th><th data-hidden data-card-cover data-type="files"></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><p>Autopilot</p><ul><li>Provides End-to-End Automation</li><li>No need for intermediate reviews</li><li>Best suited for trusted workflows or simple applications</li></ul></td><td></td></tr><tr><td><p>Manual Review</p><ul><li>Allows for feedback and adjustments at each stage before proceeding to the next</li><li>Increases control and accuracy, particularly for complex logic or design</li><li>Slightly higher cost due to increased AI interaction</li></ul></td><td></td></tr><tr><td><p>Docs &#x26; UI only</p><ul><li>Describe your UI needs in natural language</li><li>eMOBIQ AI generates the frontend and documentation</li><li>Preview and review the output</li><li>Export or refine as needed before moving to full implementation</li></ul></td><td></td></tr><tr><td></td><td></td></tr></tbody></table>

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### Step 5: Allocate Budget

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*💰 Budget Tip: It is recommended to allocate 20 to 60 Credits per project depending on your application size. This is to account for prompt-based costs, especially when using **manual review**. For more information regarding costs you may refer to our* [*Pricing Guide*](https://docs.emobiq.com/emobiq-ai/readme/how-pricing-works-in-emobiq-ai)*.*
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### You’re Ready to Create!

With these steps completed, you now have a clear roadmap for developing your first eMOBIQ AI-powered app. Whether you're building a prototype or a full-scale enterprise solution, eMOBIQ AI empowers you to bring your vision to life quickly, intelligently, and with precision. Let’s discover what your new app can do!