Say Goodbye to Cursor AI, ChatGPT, Claude and v0 | Bolt.new Does it All

The transcript introduces "Bolts," a new AI tool designed to streamline coding by integrating various AI coding software features into a single platform. Bolts offers functionalities like code editing, running Node.js servers, interacting with APIs, and deploying projects, all from a user-friendly interface. The speaker highlights Bolts' unique ability to combine code editing with a live preview feature, akin to a VS Code experience enhanced by AI. Despite initial account setup challenges and some performance limitations, the speaker finds Bolts impressive for its potential to simplify coding tasks, particularly for beginners, and anticipates further improvements and updates.

• Bolts AI is a new project designed to consolidate various AI coding software functionalities into one platform.
• It integrates features such as package installation, running Node.js servers, and interacting with third-party APIs.
• The platform allows users to deploy production from chats and share work via URLs.

"This AI could replace all of the softwares out there when it comes to coding and it's called Bolts new."

• Bolts AI is presented as a potential game-changer in the realm of AI-assisted coding, promising to replace existing software solutions.

• Bolts AI allows for the installation and execution of npm tools, running of Node.js servers, and deployment of production directly from chat interfaces.
• It supports sharing work through URLs, enhancing collaboration and accessibility.
• The platform integrates a code editor and terminal interface, facilitating a comprehensive development environment.

"It allows you to install run npm tools Etc run node.js servers interact with third party apis deploy your production from chats and then share your work via URL."

• Bolts AI offers a robust suite of tools for developers, from package management to server deployment and API interactions.

• The sign-up process may present challenges due to unclear pop-up instructions and lack of confirmation messages.
• The platform features a code editor comparable to VS Code, with integrated AI assistance.
• A terminal is included for executing commands necessary for development tasks, such as running Next.js projects.

"The way they have like the popup and stuff was weird and like it did didn't give me some sort of like confirmation but eventually I figured out how to sign in."

• Initial user experience may be hindered by a cumbersome registration process.

"It showcases a code editor so comparing this to Chad GPT this is kind of like canvas except it doesn't have the option to Showcase like different uh files and pages."

• The code editor is a central feature, offering a familiar interface for developers accustomed to platforms like VS Code.

• Users can prompt Bolts AI to generate code for specific applications, such as a real estate website using Next.js and Tailwind CSS.
• The platform can automatically generate and preview code, reducing the time and effort required for initial development stages.
• The AI assists with creating complex layouts and adding filler data, streamlining the coding process.

"I'll say write code for a real estate website using nextjs and Tailwind CSS and then I'll say add filler data to Showcase uh houses on on let's say houses with prices and any other necessary details."

• Bolts AI can generate application-specific code from simple prompts, demonstrating its potential to automate initial coding tasks.

"It's actually pretty crazy cuz the thing is if you don't code or never trade something like this I've made a website before with react simple or i'd say very similar to this like layout."

• The platform's ability to quickly generate complex layouts can significantly reduce development time for users.

• Bolts AI is compared to platforms like ChatGPT and VS Code, highlighting its unique integration of AI with a code editor.
• Unlike some AI tools, Bolts AI offers a more comprehensive development environment with terminal support and direct code execution.
• The platform aims to fulfill a niche demand for an integrated AI coding solution that mimics traditional development environments.

"If they could have like chat gbt for example open the eye could have this but with you know the files as if like it's vs code then that would change the game."

• Bolts AI seeks to bridge the gap between AI assistance and traditional coding environments, offering a hybrid solution for developers.

• The speaker is exploring a code file and discussing its features, focusing on the layout and components.
• There is a mention of using "link" in the code, which is viewed positively compared to previous experiences with "trbt canvas."
• The speaker is not delving deeply into the code but is highlighting interesting features and components.

"Here's the layouts and we can see here I'm looking at the actual code and it is using link which is good to see."

• The speaker is comparing the current code to previous experiences and finds the use of "link" preferable.

• The speaker is testing the functionality of the code by interacting with the navigation and fixing problems as they arise.
• There is a feature similar to "cursor" that allows code application and problem fixing.
• The speaker is impressed with the code's ability to respond to commands and fix issues.

"This is actually kind of insane like this is actually no this is really incredible."

• The speaker expresses amazement at the code's functionality and its ability to handle tasks effectively.

• The speaker discusses the potential limitations of the tool, such as response frequency and possible premium versions.
• There is curiosity about the tool's capacity to handle complex tasks like adding house cards and pagination.

"I don't know what the frequency of U how many responses you can type or I don't know if I believe there's like a premium version they're talking about."

• The speaker is unsure about the limitations of the tool, indicating a need for further exploration.

• The speaker critiques the tool, noting its newness and the combination of features not seen in other platforms.
• There is a mention of the tool's slow response time for certain tasks.

"Let's critique some stuff cuz first is this is relatively new to my understanding so a lot of these features are stuff that I've not seen combined with other platforms."

• The speaker acknowledges the novelty of the tool and points out areas for improvement, such as response speed.

• The integration of AI with code editors offers the potential for significant advancements in coding efficiency and deployment capabilities.
• AI tools like ChatGPT combined with code editors may revolutionize the way developers interact with their code, providing real-time previews and deployment options.

"I mean sure I'm sure they could improve if they were just more updates but let's see if this actually works let me see the code too I want to see the code."

• The speaker is considering the potential improvements AI could bring to code editing with more frequent updates.

"Let's do fix problems and let's see if it can actually fix this cuz this is something that is actually like if you were to manually code it if you've never done it before it does take some time to figure out."

• The speaker is testing AI's ability to solve coding problems autonomously, highlighting the time-saving potential for beginners.

"While this is quite insane to have like the ability of basically like a Chad gbt plus a code editor plus the ability to see it live and then potentially deploy which we haven't tried yet but if that works then basically um that would be insane."

• The combination of AI chat capabilities, live code editing, and deployment is seen as a groundbreaking development.

• The potential success of such AI-integrated code editors could prompt competitors to adopt similar technologies.
• Established companies with significant resources, like OpenAI, are in a strong position to develop comparable features.

"I would not be surprised if they just added that feature to it cuz the thing is for like I mean you do have vs code already you're using it but I mean what what's stopping them from making an update similar to like this feature."

• The speaker anticipates that competitors will quickly adapt to successful innovations in the market.

"Open air has I think a ton of money I know exact number I'm not going to comment but they have lots of money raised so I wouldn't be surprised if they could do it."

• The financial resources of companies like OpenAI are highlighted as a factor that could enable rapid development of similar technologies.

• The current implementation has some limitations, such as missing images and hardcoded data issues.
• Despite these issues, the initial impression of the AI's capabilities is positive, with room for further exploration of complex features.

"The only thing it looks like is just missing the pictures which is not a big deal or maybe the ones that is sourced aren't connected but either way look at this like this is actually crazy bro."

• The speaker notes minor issues with image loading but is impressed by the overall functionality of the tool.

"It did what I wanted to do I think the problem is like look at this okay so what happened is it it just added uh what is that uh three no four eight yeah basically it added like nine more uh like hardcoded uh data in here."

• The AI successfully performs the intended task but introduces some hardcoded data, indicating areas for improvement.

"As of a first impression this is actually pretty cool like to ability to preview it to check the code the one thing I not sure I don't see is uh I don't see how I can get this code like onto my vs code."

• The speaker is pleased with the preview and code-checking capabilities but notes the lack of integration with VS Code as a limitation.

• The speaker is exploring the deployment process of an application and is curious about the hosting details.
• They are uncertain if the deployment will require logging into additional accounts or services like NFI.
• The process involves checking if the deployment requires GitHub or other integrations.

"I'm curious how this is going to work because if it doesn't make me log into NFI accounts, then I'm curious who's hosting this."

• The speaker is questioning the hosting mechanism, wondering if it's necessary to log into specific accounts, indicating a concern about the backend processes involved.

"I didn't log in with GitHub or any of that stuff. I just used like an email pretty much."

• The speaker notes that the deployment process did not require GitHub integration, suggesting a simplified login process through email.

• The speaker discusses the ease of creating an application using AI, indicating that the process is simplified compared to traditional coding.
• They mention that creating a similar application from scratch would take several days, especially for beginners.
• The speaker identifies a pagination issue within the application that needs fixing.

"We made this entire application, which I'm not playing. If you were to code this yourself, I think the only hard part would be going to like an actual API."

• The speaker highlights the simplicity of creating the application with AI, contrasting it with the complexities of traditional coding, particularly in dealing with APIs.

"It doesn't look like it's working, which I'm sure I could fix that, but I mean for tutorial sake I don't think it really matters."

• The speaker acknowledges a pagination issue in the application but downplays its significance for the purpose of the tutorial.

• The speaker is impressed by the capabilities of the AI software in creating applications with minimal input.
• They speculate on the potential for the software to replace existing tools if accuracy and limitations are improved.
• Questions remain about integrating the AI-generated code into personal projects and understanding the licensing terms.

"The fact that you could do this all within this AI software is kind of crazy and this was what like a couple prompts."

• The speaker expresses amazement at the AI's ability to create applications quickly and efficiently, emphasizing the minimal effort required.

"I'm sure if you knew code you can easily fix that. It's not a big deal, but the fact that you could do this all within this AI software is kind of crazy."

• The speaker reassures that coding knowledge can resolve issues, yet is impressed by the AI's overall functionality.

• The speaker is unsure about integrating AI-generated code into personal projects without manual copying.
• They mention uncertainty regarding the licensing of the generated content, especially for commercial use.
• The speaker hints at different plans for commercial applications, indicating potential cost or usage restrictions.

"I haven't read like the license on what's like who owns this stuff in terms of like the copy, but I believe it did show if you were to do commercially there's like a different plan."

• The speaker is uncertain about the ownership and licensing of AI-generated content, particularly for commercial purposes, suggesting the need for further clarification.

"The only thing I don't see is how can I add this to my own project without me having to go in here and like copy and pasting."

• The speaker expresses concern about the ease of integrating AI-generated code into their own projects, indicating a potential barrier to seamless use.