⬅️ Vibestack Overview

Day 3: Build

Develop a complete application with all features, connected systems, and responsive design.

Introduction

Welcome to Day 3 of the VibeReference workflow! Today focuses on transforming your refined prototype into a complete application:

• Morning: Implement core functionality and set up key API integrations
• Afternoon: Add payment processing, advanced features, and custom dashboards

By the end of today, you'll have a fully functional application ready for positioning and launch preparation.

This process typically takes 6-8 hours total. You'll continue using AI assistants like Claude.ai, v0.app, and your Clerk + Convex backend from previous days. Today is when your application truly comes to life with all planned features working together.

Morning: Authentication & API Integration (2-4 hours)

3.1 - Authentication System

Goal: Implement a robust authentication system with proper user management flows.

Process

1. Copy paste each Step in authentication-system-chat into your AI coding tool.
2. Follow all directions to implement:
   • User signup with email verification
   • Login and session management
   • Password reset functionality
   • Profile management
   • Role-based access control
3. Test all authentication flows thoroughly

3.2 - API & Data Integration

Goal: Ensure your application properly connects with all necessary external services and APIs.

Process

1. Copy paste each Step in api-integration-chat into your AI coding tool.
2. Implement proper API connections for:
   • Your Convex functions/queries
   • Third-party services mentioned in your PRD
   • Webhooks and event handling
3. Implement proper error handling and fallback mechanisms
4. Test all integrations thoroughly

Afternoon: Payment Processing & Advanced Features (2-4 hours)

3.3 - Payment Integration

Goal: Connect your application to Stripe for seamless subscription management.

Process

1. Copy paste each Step in payment-integration-chat into your AI coding tool.
2. Follow all directions to implement:
   • Stripe API integration
   • Subscription tier management
   • Payment processing workflow
   • Subscription status handling
   • Billing portal integration
3. Test the payment flows with Stripe's test mode

3.4 - Advanced Features

Goal: Implement the remaining features from your PRD that make your application unique.

Process

1. Copy paste each Step in advanced-features-chat into your AI coding tool.
2. Prioritize implementation based on your PRD and feedback analysis
3. Focus on features that deliver your core value proposition
4. Ensure all features work together cohesively

3.5 - Dashboard Implementation

Goal: Create comprehensive dashboards for users, administrators, and developers (if applicable).

Process

1. Copy paste each Step in dashboard-implementation-chat into your AI coding tool.
2. Follow all directions to implement:
   • User dashboard with relevant metrics and controls
   • Admin dashboard for managing users and content
   • Developer dashboard (if applicable)
3. Ensure dashboards are intuitive and deliver valuable insights
4. Test dashboard functionality thoroughly

Day 3 Completion Checklist

Before moving on to Day 4, ensure you have:

• Implemented complete authentication system with:

  • User signup flow with email verification
  • Login and session management
  • Password reset functionality
  • Profile management capabilities
  • Proper security measures

• Connected necessary API integrations:

  • Convex backend functionality
  • External API connections
  • Webhook handling
  • Error handling and fallbacks

• Integrated payment processing with:

  • Stripe API connection
  • Subscription plan implementation
  • Payment processing workflows
  • Billing portal access
  • Subscription status management

• Completed all core features outlined in your PRD:

  • Unique value proposition features
  • User-requested functionality from feedback
  • Feature gating based on subscription tiers

• Implemented comprehensive dashboards:

  • User dashboard with relevant controls
  • Admin dashboard with management capabilities
  • Developer dashboard (if applicable)
  • Dashboard feature integration

What's Next: On Day 4, you'll focus on positioning your product in the market, creating compelling messaging, and preparing your landing page and promotional materials for launch.