Using Lovable AI to build a SaaS | Shopping App | Startup in 2025

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Building a SaaS (startup) from scratch with Lovable AI #saas #lovableai #ai #aiagents #startup

Who am I ?

My name is David, I am a Swiss doctor💊💉I show personal tips & tricks on how to develop your ideal study habit.
I also make videos about other things that interest me :-)

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tags: lovableai,supabase,shopping,shop,aimodel,chatgpt,saas,startup,business,ai,amazon,temu,alibaba,chatgpt,aiagents,aiagent

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Summary

This tutorial demonstrates how to build a complete e-commerce SaaS application using Lovable.dev's AI-powered development platform. The presenter, David, walks through creating a shopping platform that enables users to buy products from both individuals and businesses. The video showcases the rapid development process, starting with simple prompts that generate functional code. Key features developed include a stylish landing page with animations, user authentication integration with Supabase, dark mode implementation, and multiple page layouts including a main shopping interface and cart system. The development workflow demonstrates how to use reference designs from Dribbble to guide the AI in creating similar interfaces, while maintaining full functionality. The tutorial highlights the platform's ability to handle complex features like user session management, navigation between pages, and logout functionality. Throughout the process, the presenter emphasizes how Lovable.dev's AI assists in troubleshooting and problem-solving, making the development process more efficient. The video serves as a practical demonstration of how modern AI tools can accelerate SaaS application development, particularly for entrepreneurs and developers looking to quickly build and deploy e-commerce solutions.

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I build a functional MVP without hiring developers?

Lovable.dev enables non-technical founders to build complete web applications using simple English prompts. The platform's AI understands business requirements and automatically generates production-ready code, including complex features like user authentication and database integration with Supabase, allowing you to launch an MVP in days instead of months.

How do I implement user authentication in my web application quickly?

Lovable.dev offers built-in integration with Supabase for user authentication, which can be implemented with a single prompt. The platform automatically generates all necessary code for user signup, login, and session management, eliminating the need for complex security implementations or third-party authentication services.

Can I create custom UI designs without knowing frontend development?

Yes, Lovable.dev's AI can generate custom UI designs based on reference images or descriptions. Simply provide examples from sources like Dribbble or describe your desired layout, and the platform will generate responsive, modern interfaces complete with animations and proper functionality.

How do I handle technical debugging and error resolution during development?

Lovable.dev includes an AI-powered debugging assistant that can identify and resolve technical issues through natural language conversation. When encountering errors or needing modifications, simply describe the problem to the AI, and it will suggest solutions or automatically implement fixes.

What's the fastest way to create a full-featured e-commerce platform?

Lovable.dev can generate a complete e-commerce platform with product listings, shopping cart, and checkout functionality through simple prompts. The platform handles complex features like product management, user authentication, and payment processing integration, allowing you to launch an e-commerce solution in a fraction of the time compared to traditional development.

Transcript

0:00 I built a s startup in lovable that 0:01 wrote the code according to my prompts I 0:04 tried to build a shop that lets people 0:06 buy products from individuals and 0:07 businesses users should be able to sign 0:10 in and buy closeth electronic devices or 0:12 whatever they want so let's get started 0:15 first we need to type in what we want I 0:17 modified my prompt with the help of chat 0:19 GPT and in seconds we get the first 0:21 version of our website in order to 0:23 receive a nice landing page with a cool 0:25 animation we copy The Prompt of a design 0:28 on 21st. dev and paste it into lovable 0:31 next we change the text according to our 0:35 preferences after that we want to set up 0:37 authentication users should be able to 0:39 sign up and log in with their name email 0:41 and password for this we link the 0:43 project to super base and integrate 0:46 authenication to make the Showcase 0:48 easier we disable email confirmation in 0:51 super base before we test the sign up we 0:53 first change into dark mode and replace 0:55 the duplicate on the bottom right 0:57 whenever we're stuck or an error comes 0:59 up we you simply ask lovable what to do 1:01 next and eventually he'll find Solutions 1:04 this works most of the time now we try 1:07 to sign up and it works after that we 1:09 add the following after signing in the 1:12 user should be directed to a stylish 1:14 main page we upload an image from 1:16 dribble and ask loable to design a 1:18 similar looking main page now we need to 1:20 do more 1:23 changes there should be a card page as 1:25 well that displays all the items we want 1:28 so we upload an image from dribble as 1:30 well and ask lovable to create a similar 1:32 looking card page and we want buttons on 1:35 the top as well to navigate between the 1:37 main page and the card page and we need 1:39 to make sure when we click on log out on 1:41 the top right that we're actually 1:42 getting loged out and directed back to 1:44 the login page once the AI helps us with 1:46 this we get closer to a working system 1:49 now we could continue by adding and 1:51 adjusting more so if you want to see 1:53 part two then let me know in the 1:54 comments