As a leader in the no-code development space, AppMaster continuously strives to innovate and improve its platform, making it more powerful and user-friendly for developers and businesses alike. June has been an exciting month with a plethora of updates aimed at enhancing the overall experience of our users. This article provides an in-depth look at these updates, delving into their technical aspects and how they can benefit your projects.
Completely New Studio UI
The revamped Studio UI is designed with the user at its core. This update introduces a more intuitive and user-friendly interface, streamlining the app design process. The new UI enhances navigation, provides clearer visual cues, and reduces the learning curve for new users.
- Simplified Navigation: The redesigned layout ensures that all essential tools and features are easily accessible.
- Enhanced Visual Design: Modern aesthetics combined with practical usability make the design process more enjoyable.
New DB Designer
The database designer has undergone significant upgrades, now supporting global enums. This feature offers developers greater flexibility and control over data structures, allowing for more sophisticated and organized data management.
New Web Application Modules
Enhancing web applications is now more straightforward with the introduction of new modules. These modules add versatility and expand the functionality of your projects, allowing for more comprehensive and feature-rich applications.
Backend Microservices (Early Access)
A significant leap forward is the introduction of backend microservices. This feature allows you to create multiple backend applications within a single project, efficiently isolating logic domains. Benefits include:Domain Isolation: Separate business logic into distinct services, enhancing maintainability and scalability.
- Efficient Resource Management: Optimize resource allocation and improve application performance.
- Microservices Architecture: Embrace a modern architectural style for better resilience and agility.
Internationalization (i18n) Support (Early Access)
Internationalization (i18n) support is now in early access, making it easier to develop multi-language applications.
External Integrations via WSS (Early Access)
Real-time communication with third-party systems is now possible with WebSocket Support (WSS) for external integrations. This feature enhances the platform’s connectivity.
- Real-Time Data Exchange: Achieve instant data updates and interactions.
- Improved Integration Capabilities: Seamlessly connect with external systems for dynamic data flow.
Redis DB Support (Early Access)
Redis DB support is now available in the external integrations designer, providing robust data management options. Redis, known for its high performance and scalability, offers:
- Efficient Data Storage: Handle large volumes of data with low latency.
- Advanced Data Structures: Utilize powerful data types for complex data handling.
- Enhanced Performance: Improve application speed and responsiveness with Redis caching.
Updated External API Designer
The external API designer now supports Swagger import, simplifying the process of integrating external APIs.
Flexible Custom Domain Settings
Managing custom domains is now more flexible than ever, with new settings that allow for:
- Multiple Domain Support: Add and manage multiple domains within a single project.
- Redirect Configuration: Set up domain redirects with ease.
- Advanced Configuration: Configure robots.txt, assetlinks, and apple-app-site-association (iOS) files for better SEO and app integration.
UI Improvements
A series of UI improvements have been made across the platform, ensuring a smoother and more enjoyable user experience.
Conclusion
From the completely new Studio UI to backend microservices and enhanced external integrations, these updates empower developers to build more sophisticated, scalable, and user-friendly applications.