VibeFlow: Prompt-to-Full-Stack Web App with Visual Workflows

This podcast introduces VibeFlow, a new no-code platform that transforms prompts into full-stack web applications. Developed by computer science graduates from Stanford and ETH Zürich and backed by Y Combinator, VibeFlow addresses the challenges of maintaining and scaling backends in existing prompt-to-app tools by offering visual, n8n-style workflows. This innovative approach enables users to view and edit their backend logic like a design tool, facilitating real-time debugging and built-in integrations that prevent the need for juggling multiple tools. The platform aims to provide a more transparent and manageable development experience, moving away from “black box” backends.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What problem does VibeFlow aim to solve?

VibeFlow addresses the challenges faced by developers using tools like Lovable, where backends are difficult to maintain, scale, and debug. Users often resort to “Frankenstein apps” by stitching together multiple platforms like Lovable, n8n, and Supabase to achieve basic functionality, leading to inefficient re-prompting and wasted resources when errors occur.

How does VibeFlow differentiate itself from existing no-code platforms?

Unlike platforms that offer “black box” backends, VibeFlow provides a “prompt-to-full-stack” solution with n8n-style visual workflows. This allows users to “see and edit” their backend logic as flowcharts, offering real debugging capabilities and built-in integrations for databases and services, eliminating the need for juggling multiple tools.

What are the key features of VibeFlow?

VibeFlow boasts several core features: visual workflows that represent backend logic, real debugging capabilities for visual error fixing, pre-wired built-in integrations for databases and services, and a single platform approach to consolidate development efforts. It transforms prompts into full-stack web applications with an editable and scalable backend.

Who are the creators of VibeFlow, and what is their background?

VibeFlow was created by Alessia Paccagnella and Elia Saquand, both Computer Science graduates from Stanford and ETH Zürich, respectively. They are currently building VibeFlow as part of the YC S25 batch.

How does VibeFlow’s workflow process work?

The process begins with a user prompting their desired application (e.g., “Build a task manager with Slack notifications”). VibeFlow then generates visual, n8n-style workflows for all the backend logic, which users can then visually modify or continue to refine through prompting, and finally deploy.

What kind of applications can be built with VibeFlow?

VibeFlow enables the creation of full-stack web applications. While the example provided is a “task manager with Slack notifications,” the platform’s ability to generate backend logic from prompts and its visual editing capabilities suggest a wide range of web applications can be developed, particularly those benefiting from automation and integrated services.

What kind of feedback has VibeFlow received since its launch?

VibeFlow has received positive feedback, with users expressing enthusiasm for the visual backend workflows and the ability to maintain consistency. Shawn Park from FUNCTION12 highlighted the value of a workflow tool for backend consistency, and Wayne Sutton from Convex congratulated the team, noting that Convex made VibeFlow possible.

What category of tools does VibeFlow fall under, and what are some similar or related products?

VibeFlow falls under several categories, including Website Builder, No-Code, Vibe coding, and Automation tools. Similar or related products mentioned include Notion, Framer, Bubble, Raycast, and Zapier, which collectively cover aspects like all-in-one workspaces, website builders, no-code app development, and workflow automation. It also draws comparisons to Lovable and n8n as sources of inspiration.

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