Apply your knowledge to build something amazing!
Build a comprehensive creative studio app that allows users to create, edit, and share digital art, photos, and multimedia content. This multi-week project will incorporate advanced features like AI-powered tools, real-time collaboration, and cloud storage integration.
Duration: 4-6 weeks
Difficulty: Intermediate
Technologies: React Native, Expo, AI APIs, Cloud Storage, Real-time Database
By completing this project, you will:
ℹ️ Info Real-World Impact: Creative apps like Canva, VSCO, and PicsArt have millions of users and generate significant revenue through subscriptions and premium features. This project teaches you to build similar functionality.
// Core Technologies Stack
const techStack = {
frontend: "React Native with Expo",
backend: "Firebase/Supabase",
storage: "AWS S3 or Google Cloud Storage",
ai: "OpenAI API, Stability AI, or Replicate",
auth: "Firebase Auth or Auth0",
payment: "Stripe or RevenueCat",
analytics: "Firebase Analytics"
};
// Performance Requirements
const performanceTargets = {
appLaunchTime: "< 3 seconds",
imageProcessing: "< 5 seconds for standard operations",
aiProcessing: "< 15 seconds with loading states",
offlineCapability: "Core editing functions work offline",
fileSize: "< 50MB app size optimized"
};
Goals: Set up project architecture and implement core camera functionality
Tasks:
Project Setup
# Initialize project
expo init MyCreativeStudio
cd MyCreativeStudio
# Install required dependencies
expo install expo-camera expo-media-library expo-av
npm install @reduxjs/toolkit react-redux
Camera Implementation
// Camera component with advanced features
import { Camera } from 'expo-camera';
import * as MediaLibrary from 'expo-media-library';
const CameraScreen = () => {
const [hasPermission, setHasPermission] = useState(null);
const [type, setType] = useState(Camera.Constants.Type.back);
const [flashMode, setFlashMode] = useState(Camera.Constants.FlashMode.off);
// Implementation details...
};
Basic UI Framework
Deliverable: Working camera app that can capture and save photos/videos
Goals: Implement comprehensive editing capabilities
Tasks:
Image Manipulation
// Using react-native-image-editor or similar
import ImageEditor from '@react-native-community/image-editor';
const applyBasicEdits = async (imageUri, edits) => {
const cropData = {
offset: { x: edits.cropX, y: edits.cropY },
size: { width: edits.cropWidth, height: edits.cropHeight },
displaySize: { width: edits.displayWidth, height: edits.displayHeight }
};
return await ImageEditor.cropImage(imageUri, cropData);
};
Filter System
Drawing Tools
Deliverable: Full-featured photo editor with filters and drawing tools
Goals: Add AI-powered features and template system
Tasks:
AI Features Integration
// AI background removal service
const removeBackground = async (imageUri) => {
const formData = new FormData();
formData.append('image', {
uri: imageUri,
type: 'image/jpeg',
name: 'photo.jpg',
});
const response = await fetch('https://api.remove.bg/v1.0/removebg', {
method: 'POST',
headers: {
'X-Api-Key': process.env.REMOVE_BG_API_KEY,
},
body: formData,
});
return response.blob();
};
Template System
Advanced Export Options
Deliverable: AI-enhanced editor with professional template system
Goals: Implement cloud storage and cross-device synchronization
Tasks:
Cloud Storage Setup
// Firebase Storage integration
import storage from '@react-native-firebase/storage';
const uploadProject = async (projectData, userId) => {
const reference = storage().ref(`projects/${userId}/${projectData.id}`);
const task = reference.putFile(projectData.filePath);
task.on('state_changed', taskSnapshot => {
const percentage = (taskSnapshot.bytesTransferred / taskSnapshot.totalBytes) * 100;
setUploadProgress(percentage);
});
await task;
return await reference.getDownloadURL();
};
Project Management System
Offline Functionality
Deliverable: Cloud-enabled app with seamless sync across devices
Goals: Build social platform with sharing and collaboration
Tasks:
User System
// User profile and authentication
import auth from '@react-native-firebase/auth';
import firestore from '@react-native-firebase/firestore';
const createUserProfile = async (userData) => {
const userRef = firestore().collection('users').doc(userData.uid);
await userRef.set({
displayName: userData.displayName,
email: userData.email,
portfolio: [],
followers: 0,
following: 0,
createdAt: firestore.FieldValue.serverTimestamp(),
});
};
Community Feed
Real-time Collaboration
Deliverable: Social creative platform with community features
Goals: Implement monetization and prepare for app store deployment
Tasks:
Premium Subscription System
// RevenueCat integration for subscriptions
import Purchases from 'react-native-purchases';
const setupSubscriptions = async () => {
Purchases.configure({ apiKey: process.env.REVENUECAT_API_KEY });
try {
const offerings = await Purchases.getOfferings();
const premiumOffering = offerings.current;
if (premiumOffering) {
const premiumProduct = premiumOffering.monthly;
setPremiumProduct(premiumProduct);
}
} catch (e) {
console.error('Error fetching offerings:', e);
}
};
App Store Optimization
Analytics and Monitoring
Deliverable: Production-ready app with monetization, ready for app store submission
Throughout this project, leverage AI tools for:
🏆 Success Tip: Focus on creating one standout feature that makes your app unique. Whether it's an innovative AI tool, a novel collaboration feature, or an exceptional user experience, having that "wow factor" will make your project memorable and portfolio-worthy.
This project will challenge you to integrate multiple complex systems while maintaining a focus on user experience and performance. Take it step by step, and don't hesitate to use AI assistance to accelerate your development process!