Overview of Aurora
Welcome to this step-by-step guide on how to create a full-stack application using Aurora.The Aurora Platform Overview
Learn about the main dashboard and workspace features
Create your First Project
Step-by-step guide to building your first app
Aurora Dashboard
The Aurora dashboard is your central hub for managing projects and workspaces.Creating a new workspace
Creating a new workspace
Workspaces help you organize your projects. Click “New Workspace” to create one for your team or personal projects.
Inviting team members
Inviting team members
Navigate to workspace settings and use the “Invite” button to add collaborators by email.
Managing workspace settings
Managing workspace settings
Access workspace settings from the dropdown menu to configure permissions, billing, and preferences.
Viewing your projects
Viewing your projects
All your projects are displayed on the dashboard. Use filters to sort by date, name, or status.
Checking credit usage
Checking credit usage
Click your workspace name to view remaining credits and usage history for the current billing period.
Accessing templates
Accessing templates
Browse pre-built templates to jumpstart your project. Templates cover common use cases like landing pages, dashboards, and e-commerce sites.
Searching for projects
Searching for projects
Use the search bar at the top of the dashboard to quickly find specific projects by name or keyword.
Project Overview
Once you create a project, you’ll enter the project editor where you can build and customize your application.Starting a new project
Starting a new project
Click “New Project” and describe what you want to build. Aurora will generate your initial application.
Using the chat interface
Using the chat interface
Describe features, request changes, or ask questions in natural language. Aurora understands context and builds accordingly.
Previewing your app
Previewing your app
See real-time updates in the preview pane as Aurora builds your application.
Making changes
Making changes
Request modifications by describing what you want to change. Aurora will update your app while preserving existing features.
Adding integrations
Adding integrations
Connect third-party services like payment processors, databases, or APIs through simple prompts.
Using Code mode (Pro)
Using Code mode (Pro)
Pro users can switch to Code mode to directly edit the generated code for fine-tuned control.
Deploying your project
Deploying your project
Your project is automatically deployed and live. Share the URL or connect a custom domain (Pro plan).
Collaborating with team
Collaborating with team
Team members can view and edit projects based on their workspace permissions.
Exporting your code
Exporting your code
Download your complete project code at any time for self-hosting or further development.
Version history
Version history
Track changes and revert to previous versions if needed through the version history panel.
Testing and debugging
Testing and debugging
Use the browser console and preview tools to test functionality and identify issues.
Publishing changes
Publishing changes
Changes are automatically saved and published to your live URL as you work.
Project Settings
Configure your project settings to customize behavior, privacy, and deployment options.Renaming your project
Renaming your project
Access project settings and update the project name at any time.
Setting project visibility
Setting project visibility
Choose between public and private visibility. Private projects require a Pro or Business plan.
Configuring custom domains
Configuring custom domains
Connect your own domain name to your Aurora project (Pro and Business plans only).
Managing team access
Managing team access
Control who can view and edit your project through workspace roles and permissions.
Removing the Aurora badge
Removing the Aurora badge
Pro and Business users can remove the “Edit with Aurora” badge from their deployed projects.
Configuring environment variables
Configuring environment variables
Set environment variables for API keys and other sensitive configuration values.
Deleting a project
Deleting a project
Permanently delete projects you no longer need from the project settings menu.
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