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This week’s guest is Colin Matthews, who has taught 1000+ students on how to prototype apps with AI. In this deep-dive, we demoed the best AI coding tools for each use case — from prototyping to production apps.
Throughout this episode, we learn:
1. Building Projects: Learn how to create vibe coding apps in minutes, featuring projects like a Virtual Fitting Room, Figma Design Import & Export tools, and Website Conversion.
2. Which platforms will win: How will platforms eventually compete on pricing and distribution?
3. Vibe Coding Trends: What’s missing from modern tech stacks (and why you should try vibe coding).
Grab a notebook and enjoy the episode ✍️
P.S. For this episode, it’s best to watch on YouTube so you can see the full builds!
Episode Chapters
(0:00) Vibe Coding Insights Happening Right Now
(3:35) Pricing: A Race To The Bottom?
(5:55) Project: Building A Virtual Fitting Room
(18:17) Project: Figma Design Import & Export
(27:10) Project: Conversion From Website
(39:47) Trends & What You Should Be Learning
Join Colin’s Courses
Colin regularly hosts courses for product managers and has two upcoming sessions:
AI Prototyping for Product Managers - Build your first AI prototype — even if you have no coding skills. Join here.
Vibe Code Your Next Side Project - Go from idea to production and launch your first SaaS in 8 weeks. Join here.
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