AppMaster No-Code Platform Updates | August 2024

This August, we’re excited to share some game-changing updates that make AppMaster even more powerful and easier to use. With a focus on boosting platform flexibility, improving user control, and enhancing developer efficiency, these new features are set to take your AppMaster experience to the next level. Ready to explore what’s new? Let’s dive in!

1. Endpoint Scopes for Server Requests

We've introduced Endpoint Scopes to improve how Server Request blocks are generated. Previously, every endpoint was accessible across all applications in a project. Now, users can specify which applications have access to a particular endpoint. If unchecked from "All" and set for specific applications, the endpoint won’t be available to new apps by default. However, this is not a substitute for Access Control, so be mindful of that distinction. This visibility restriction also ensures that backend code generation takes into account app key constraints, preventing unauthorized endpoint access.

2. New Blocks in Web v4

Several blocks have been added to enhance Web v4:

• Update Model Field: This block allows you to update a specific field within a model, providing flexibility across backend, Web v4, and mobile platforms.
• Invoke Trigger: Programmatically trigger UI elements in Web v4, with the ability to loop triggers when needed.
• Append and Prepend List/Grid: Easily append or prepend items to a list or grid in Web v4, streamlining dynamic content updates.

3. XML Sitemap Generation

In the backend, you can now automate the creation of XML Sitemaps and XML Sitemap Indexes. This feature helps enhance SEO by ensuring search engines can easily crawl and index your site’s structure.

4. Mathematical Block Handling with NULL

We’ve reworked how mathematical blocks function when encountering `NULL` values. This update applies to backend, frontend, and mobile blocks, improving consistency and reducing errors.

5. Other Notable Improvements

• Byte and Hex Handling: Web v4 now supports working with byte and hex values, offering more flexibility in data processing.
• Visual Debugger: A visual debugger has been integrated into Web v4, making it easier to track and resolve issues in real time.
• Minor bug fixes and other small improvements.

What’s Next?

August 2024 has been all about giving you more control, flexibility, and precision across the board. Whether it’s streamlining backend processes or adding new tools for dynamic content in Web v4, these updates make sure you have everything you need to build better apps faster. And this is just the beginning — stay tuned for more innovations on the horizon!