Welcome
Path is an AI-powered platform that enables users of any skill level to create full-stack apps and websites through natural language. Simply describe what you want, and we'll build it for you.
Getting Started
Step-by-step tutorial to create your first project.
Features
Learn about Path' core features and products.
Tips & Tricks
Get the most out of Path with effective strategies.
Use Cases
See examples and what others have built with Path.
Getting Started
Quick Start Guide
Get up and running with Path in minutes. Follow these simple steps to build your first AI-powered app.
Step 1: Create an Account
Sign up for a Path account. No credit card required to get started.
- Visit
/waitlistto create your account - Verify your email address
- Complete your profile setup
Step 2: Build Your First App
Use Apps or Scout to describe the app you want to build. Our conversational AI will generate a fully functional app with database, UI, and logic.
# Example: Describe your app"Build a customer support chatbot that answers FAQs, tracks orders, and escalates to humans when needed"Step 3: Deploy and Share
Use Deployments to deploy your app with one click. Manage versions, rollbacks, and environments all from one place.
Building Your First App
Learn how to create apps using Apps or Scout—our conversational AI app builders.
Using Natural Language
Simply describe what you want in plain English. Our AI understands context and generates the appropriate components, data models, and logic. The built-in Databases product provides a database automatically.
"Create a lead capture chatbot that qualifies visitors,
books estimates to Google Calendar, and sends notifications"Refining Your App
After the initial generation, you can refine your app through conversation. Ask for changes, new features, or improvements. Use the visual editor to fine-tune layouts, data bindings, and automations without code.
Using Templates
Start faster with pre-built Templates. Choose from inventory management, customer portals, project dashboards, and more. Customize and deploy in minutes.
Using Templates
Templates are pre-built apps that you can customize and deploy in minutes. Perfect for getting started quickly.
Browse our template library to find apps for inventory management, customer portals, project dashboards, and more. Each template includes:
- Pre-configured data models
- Ready-to-use UI components
- Example workflows and automations
- Full customization support
Features
Apps & Scout
Create custom business apps through natural conversation. No coding required.
Conversational Builder
Chat with Apps or Scout to define features; they generate schema, UI, and logic for your custom business app.
Visual Editor
Fine-tune layouts, data bindings, and automations without code. Make changes visually and see them update in real-time.
Data Management
Powerful database included by default. Import from spreadsheets and APIs.
The Databases product provides a built-in database with:
- Import from Google Sheets, Excel, and CSVs
- API integration for external data sources
- Visual data editor with spreadsheet-like interface
- Automatic data synchronization
File Storage
Secure file storage and management for your apps.
Files provides enterprise-grade file storage with:
- Encrypted storage at rest and in transit
- Drag-and-drop uploads
- CDN delivery for fast access
- Version history and organization tools
Scout
Automates product operations. Handles branches, commits, task queuing, and testing.
Scout tests and fixes its own code, continuously improving your application through automated testing and reflection loops.
- Automated testing and code quality
- Branch and commit management
- Intelligent workflow automation
- Centralized product hub
Deployments
Deploy your apps with one click. Manage versions, rollbacks, and environments.
Deployments provides:
- One-click deployment to production
- Version control and tracking
- Instant rollbacks
- Multi-environment management
Tips & Tricks
Prompt Engineering
Learn effective strategies for describing what you want to build.
Be Specific
Include details about functionality, user interactions, and data requirements. The more specific you are, the better the result.
"Build a customer support chatbot that answers FAQs about product returns,
tracks order status by order number, and escalates to human agents
when the customer types 'speak to agent'"Iterate and Refine
Start with a basic description, then refine through conversation. Ask for changes, new features, or improvements as you go.
Best Practices
Get the most out of Path with these best practices.
Start with Templates
Use templates as a starting point. They provide a solid foundation that you can customize to fit your needs.
Use the Visual Editor
After generating your app, use the visual editor to fine-tune layouts and make adjustments without writing code.
Test Before Deploying
Use staging environments to test your app before deploying to production. This helps catch issues early.
Use Cases
Customer Support
Provide round-the-clock customer service without hiring additional staff. Answer common questions, handle order inquiries, and route complex issues to your team.
"Build a customer support chatbot for my retail store that answers FAQs about store hours, return policy, and order tracking. When customers ask to speak to a human, collect their email and notify my team."
Booking
Automate scheduling for service businesses. Let customers book appointments online, sync with your calendar, and reduce no-shows with automated reminders.
"Create an appointment booking system for my salon that shows available time slots, lets customers select services and stylists, syncs with Google Calendar, and sends SMS reminders 24 hours before."
Inventory
Track inventory levels, get low-stock alerts, and manage suppliers—all without expensive software or spreadsheets.
"Build an inventory system for my boutique that tracks products by SKU, shows current stock levels, sends email alerts when items run low, and stores supplier contact info for easy reordering."
Customer Portal
Give your customers a self-service hub to manage their accounts, view orders, and access resources.
"Create a customer portal where clients can log in to view their order history, download invoices, update their contact info, and submit support tickets that my team can respond to."
Work Management
Organize projects, assign tasks, and track progress across your team with a customizable work management system.
"Build a project management app with task boards, due dates, and team assignments. Include a dashboard that shows overdue tasks and project progress. Let team members comment on tasks."
Flexible CRM
Build a customer relationship management system tailored to your specific sales process and workflow.
"Create a CRM for my consulting business with contact management, deal tracking through custom pipeline stages, activity logging, and a dashboard showing revenue forecasts and win rates."
Process Tracker
Monitor and optimize your business processes with custom tracking and reporting dashboards.
"Build a process tracker for our client onboarding workflow with stages from initial contact to fully onboarded. Track time in each stage, flag delays, and show a dashboard with completion metrics."
FAQ
Understanding AI Credits
AI Credits power the AI features in your apps. Here's everything you need to know.
What Are AI Credits?
AI Credits are consumed when your apps use AI-powered features like:
- App generation with Apps and Scout
- Automated testing and code quality with Scout
Credit Allocation
Credits are allocated monthly and reset each billing cycle. Unused credits don't roll over, so plan accordingly.
Account Setup
Configure your account settings and preferences.
Billing & Subscriptions
Manage your subscription, view usage, and update payment methods from the billing section.
Need help? Contact our support team.