Zero To App Store Blueprint: Beginner Edition

You don't need to know how to code to build an app anymore.

This guide walks you through building a real Habit Tracker app from scratch — even if you've never opened Terminal before.

Every step has visual diagrams. Every feature has copy-paste prompts. No guessing.

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WHAT'S INSIDE:

Part 1: The Mindset How to think like a builder (not a coder)

Part 2: Account Setup Every account you need with direct signup links

Part 3: Development Environment VS Code, Node.js, Claude Code installation (with screenshots)

Part 4: Your First Project Create a Habit Tracker app skeleton in minutes

Part 5: Database Design Supabase tables explained like spreadsheets

Part 6: Authentication Google, Apple, and email login with copy-paste prompts

Part 7: AI Integration Add OpenAI for smart motivation messages

Part 8: Building Features Home page, Add Habit, Stats — every screen with exact prompts

Part 9: API Routes Backend logic explained simply

Part 10: iOS Development Xcode setup, simulators, and testing on your real iPhone

Part 11: Monetization Subscriptions with RevenueCat

Part 12: App Store Submission Complete checklist so you don't get rejected

Part 13: Launch Day What to do when you go live

PLUS 3 APPENDICES: → How to Talk to Claude Code (good vs bad prompts) → Common Errors & Fixes (every issue you'll hit) → Resource Library (tools, links, references)

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WHO THIS IS FOR:

✓ Complete beginners who've never coded ✓ People intimidated by Terminal ✓ Visual learners who need diagrams ✓ Anyone who wants exact prompts to copy-paste

WHO THIS IS NOT FOR:

✗ Experienced developers ✗ People looking for theory without action ✗ Anyone not willing to follow steps

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WHAT MAKES THIS DIFFERENT:

→ Visual diagrams for every concept → Copy-paste prompts for Claude Code → "You'll know it worked when..." after every step → Written for people who've never touched code

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Your app idea doesn't have to stay an idea.

— Genevie