Qwik City Interactive Dashboards from Video Examples

TL;DR: Replay reconstructs a fully functional Qwik City interactive dashboard directly from a video demonstration, leveraging behavior-driven reconstruction for accurate and efficient code generation.

Rebuilding Interactive UIs: From Video to Qwik City Dashboard#

Building interactive dashboards often involves tedious manual coding, extensive testing, and iterative refinement. What if you could simply show the desired functionality and have the code generated automatically? This is the promise of Replay, a video-to-code engine that leverages Gemini to understand user behavior and reconstruct fully functional UIs. In this article, we'll explore how to use Replay to generate a Qwik City interactive dashboard from a video example.

The Challenge: Traditional UI Development#

Traditional UI development relies heavily on manual coding and visual design tools. This process is time-consuming, error-prone, and often requires significant back-and-forth between designers and developers. Screenshot-to-code tools offer a partial solution, but they lack the crucial ability to understand behavior. They only capture the visual appearance, not the underlying interactions and logic.

⚠️ Warning: Screenshot-to-code tools often fail to capture dynamic behaviors, leading to incomplete or non-functional UI reconstructions.

Introducing Replay: Behavior-Driven Reconstruction#

Replay takes a different approach. Instead of relying on static screenshots, Replay analyzes video recordings of user interactions. This allows it to understand the intended behavior and reconstruct the UI accordingly. This "Behavior-Driven Reconstruction" makes Replay uniquely powerful for generating interactive and dynamic UIs.

Building a Qwik City Interactive Dashboard with Replay#

Let's walk through the process of generating a Qwik City interactive dashboard using Replay. We'll assume you have a video recording of a working dashboard demonstration.

Step 1: Preparing Your Video#

The quality of your video directly impacts the accuracy of the generated code. Here are some best practices:

• •Clear Visuals: Ensure the video is well-lit and the UI elements are clearly visible.
• •Smooth Interactions: Perform interactions smoothly and deliberately. Avoid rapid mouse movements or erratic clicks.
• •Narrate (Optional): While not required, narrating your actions can provide additional context for Replay's AI engine.

💡 Pro Tip: A short, focused video demonstrating a specific feature or interaction will yield the best results.

Step 2: Uploading to Replay#

1. •Log in to your Replay account.
2. •Click the "Upload Video" button.
3. •Select the video file of your dashboard demonstration.
4. •Replay will begin processing the video and analyzing the user interactions.

Step 3: Configuring Replay Settings#

After uploading, you can configure several settings to optimize the code generation:

• •Framework: Select "Qwik City" as the target framework.
• •Styling: Choose your preferred styling approach (e.g., Tailwind CSS, CSS Modules).
• •Data Source: If your dashboard uses a data source, configure the connection details (e.g., Supabase credentials).

Step 4: Generating the Code#

Once the settings are configured, click the "Generate Code" button. Replay will now use its AI engine to reconstruct the Qwik City dashboard based on the video analysis. This process may take a few minutes, depending on the complexity of the dashboard.

Step 5: Reviewing and Refining the Code#

After the code generation is complete, you'll be presented with the reconstructed Qwik City project. Take some time to review the code and make any necessary refinements.

• •Component Structure: Verify that the components are logically organized and named.
• •Event Handlers: Check that event handlers (e.g., button clicks, form submissions) are correctly implemented.
• •Data Binding: Ensure that data is correctly bound to the UI elements.

Example: Interactive Filter Implementation#

Let's say your video demonstrates filtering data in the dashboard. Replay would generate the necessary Qwik City code to handle this interaction. Here's a simplified example of what that code might look like:

typescript
// src/components/FilterComponent.tsx
import { component$, useSignal, useTask$ } from '@builder.io/qwik';

interface DataItem {
  id: number;
  name: string;
  category: string;
}

export const FilterComponent = component$(() => {
  const filterValue = useSignal('');
  const data = useSignal<DataItem[]>([
    { id: 1, name: 'Product A', category: 'Electronics' },
    { id: 2, name: 'Product B', category: 'Clothing' },
    { id: 3, name: 'Product C', category: 'Electronics' },
  ]);
  const filteredData = useSignal<DataItem[]>([]);

  useTask$(({ track }) => {
    track(filterValue);
    filteredData.value = data.value.filter(item =>
      item.category.toLowerCase().includes(filterValue.value.toLowerCase())
    );
  });

  return (
    <div>
      <input
        type="text"
        placeholder="Filter by category"
        value={filterValue.value}
        onInput$={(event) => (filterValue.value = (event.target as HTMLInputElement).value)}
      />
      <ul>
        {filteredData.value.map(item => (
          <li key={item.id}>{item.name} ({item.category})</li>
        ))}
      </ul>
    </div>
  );
});

This code snippet demonstrates a basic filter component in Qwik City. The

signal stores the current filter input, and the signal updates based on the . Replay would generate similar code for other interactive elements in your dashboard.

Step 6: Integrating with Supabase (Optional)#

If your dashboard uses Supabase for data storage, Replay can automatically integrate with your Supabase project. You'll need to provide your Supabase URL and API key. Replay will then generate the necessary code to fetch and display data from your Supabase database.

typescript
// src/routes/index.tsx
import { component$, useClientEffect$, useSignal } from '@builder.io/qwik';
import { createClient } from '@supabase/supabase-js';

const supabaseUrl = 'YOUR_SUPABASE_URL';
const supabaseKey = 'YOUR_SUPABASE_API_KEY';
const supabase = createClient(supabaseUrl, supabaseKey);

export default component$(() => {
  const data = useSignal([]);

  useClientEffect$(async () => {
    const { data: products, error } = await supabase
      .from('products')
      .select('*');

    if (error) {
      console.error('Error fetching data:', error);
    } else {
      data.value = products;
    }
  });

  return (
    <div>
      <h1>Product List</h1>
      <ul>
        {data.value.map((product: any) => (
          <li key={product.id}>{product.name}</li>
        ))}
      </ul>
    </div>
  );
});

This example shows how to fetch data from a Supabase table in a Qwik City route. Replay automates this process, significantly reducing the amount of boilerplate code you need to write.

Benefits of Using Replay for Qwik City Development#

• •Faster Development: Generate working code in seconds, significantly reducing development time.
• •Improved Accuracy: Behavior-driven reconstruction ensures accurate and functional UI implementations.
• •Enhanced Collaboration: Easily share video examples with designers and developers for seamless collaboration.
• •Reduced Errors: Automated code generation minimizes the risk of manual coding errors.
• •Focus on Logic: Concentrate on the core functionality of your application, rather than repetitive UI coding.

Replay: More Than Just Code Generation#

Replay goes beyond simple code generation. It also provides valuable insights into user behavior and product flows.

• •Product Flow Maps: Replay automatically generates visual maps of user interactions, helping you understand how users navigate your application.
• •Behavioral Analytics: Gain insights into user behavior patterns and identify areas for improvement.

Replay vs. Alternatives#

While other tools offer code generation capabilities, Replay's video-to-code approach and behavior-driven reconstruction set it apart. Unlike tools that rely on static images or limited AI, Replay understands the intent behind user interactions, resulting in more accurate and functional code.

📝 Note: Replay excels in scenarios where user interaction and dynamic behavior are critical, such as building interactive dashboards or complex web applications.

Frequently Asked Questions#

Is Replay free to use?#

Replay offers a free tier with limited usage. Paid plans are available for increased usage and access to advanced features.

How is Replay different from v0.dev?#

v0.dev is a text-to-code tool. Replay is a video-to-code tool. Replay understands behavior from video.

What types of applications can I build with Replay?#

Replay is suitable for building a wide range of applications, including interactive dashboards, e-commerce websites, web applications, and mobile apps.

What frameworks does Replay support?#

Replay supports popular frameworks such as React, Vue.js, Angular, and Qwik City.

How accurate is the generated code?#

The accuracy of the generated code depends on the quality of the video and the complexity of the UI. However, Replay's behavior-driven reconstruction significantly improves accuracy compared to traditional screenshot-to-code tools.

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