In today’s edition: AI layout designNon-tech guide to building AI apps🗞️ Industry news from Gemini, Meta, OpenAI, and moreWhy You Shouldn’t Accept the First Layout AI Gives You When designing layouts with AI, settling for the very first output is a common mistake.
Instead of one mock-up, tell the AI to “get creative and show three different iterations” using your design system.
Once the design matches your vision, ask the AI to finalize that variation as a master template.
How to Build Custom AI Apps Without Being Technical Tired of paying for software that only does half of what you need?
Erika Stanley, AI strategist and host of the AI Queens podcast, shares how she's replacing paid subscriptions with apps she built herself.
Friday is almost here! Before you unplug, here’s one last round of insights and updates. Whether you read them now or save them for later, you won’t want to miss these. In today’s edition: AI layout design
Non-tech guide to building AI apps
🗞️ Industry news from Gemini, Meta, OpenAI, and more
Why You Shouldn’t Accept the First Layout AI Gives You When designing layouts with AI, settling for the very first output is a common mistake. You end up stuck tweaking a single layout that never quite hits the mark. The faster path to a polished result: ask for multiple iterations right from your first prompt. Ask for Variations Upfront. Instead of one mock-up, tell the AI to “get creative and show three different iterations” using your design system. You'll immediately get a range of concepts: different layout structures, background treatments, and typography placement. Direct and Blend. You don't have to pick just one. Act as the creative director and combine the best parts. For example, apply Option B's background style to Option A's main structure. Refine With Simple Feedback. Describe fixes conversationally: “Brighten the text color on dark backgrounds so it pops.” “Give the list items more breathing room away from the call to action.” “Incorporate specific brand artwork into the background.” Lock In Your Winner. Once the design matches your vision, ask the AI to finalize that variation as a master template. Pro Tip: Before making radical changes, duplicate your design and title it with today's date so you can easily revert if the AI forgets past instructions. Want to see this workflow in action? We walk through it step by step in our recent session replay: Claude Design: Visually Elevate Your Work Without a Creative Team — taught by Michael Stelzner and available instantly when you join the AI Business Society.
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How to Build Custom AI Apps Without Being Technical Tired of paying for software that only does half of what you need? AI now makes it possible to build your own tools around your exact problems, even if you've never written a line of code. Erika Stanley, AI strategist and host of the AI Queens podcast, shares how she's replacing paid subscriptions with apps she built herself. Why You Don't Have to Settle for Off-the-Shelf Software
Discover the mindset shift that turns you from a software buyer into a builder and why creating something for a market of one can save you money while solving problems no existing tool was designed for. Start With a Skateboard, Not a Ferrari
Learn the simple framework that keeps your first build from stalling in the garage, plus the surprisingly simple way Erika replaced a paid tool she'd used for years. The Document to Create Before You Build Anything
Find out how AI can interview you to create the one document developers always ask for first, and why finishing it before you open a build platform can save you money. Vibe Coding Platforms vs. Claude Code: Which Path Fits You
Discover the key differences between all-in-one platforms like Lovable and building with Claude Code, including the two elements every app needs before other people can use it. Protecting Your App Once It's Live
Learn the security checks and backup habits to put in place from day one so one bad change doesn't wipe out everything you've built. Want to Learn More? Watch on YouTube
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