> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.fastshot.ai/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Starting a Project

> How to create a new mobile app from scratch

## Describe your app

Open the editor at [fastshot.ai](https://fastshot.ai) and type a description of the app you want to build. Include:

* **Purpose** — what the app does and who it's for
* **Screens** — list the main screens (home, profile, settings, etc.)
* **Data** — what kind of data the app works with
* **Design** — colors, style, mood (e.g. "dark theme with blue accents")

<Tip>
  Be specific. "A fitness tracker with workout logging, progress charts, and a dark theme" produces much better results than "make me a fitness app."
</Tip>

## Optional: add visual context

You can attach additional context to your first message:

* **Reference images** — upload screenshots or mockups to guide the design
* **Website URL** — paste a URL and Fastshot will analyze the site's design, colors, and layout to inspire your app
* **Moodboard images** — upload photos that capture the aesthetic you want

## What happens next

After you send your description:

1. **Clarifying questions** — the AI may ask 1-2 questions to understand your requirements
2. **Planning** — architecture, screens, navigation, and a design system (colors, fonts, spacing) are created
3. **Code generation** — production-ready React Native + Expo code is generated (about 5-7 minutes)
4. **Live preview** — a working preview appears in your browser

You'll see progress updates as each stage completes:

* Setting up template
* Starting mobile preview
* Starting AI agent
* Fine-tuning for your project

## After creation

Once the preview loads, you can:

* Test the app in your browser
* Scan the QR code to test on a physical device with [Expo Go](https://expo.dev/go)
* Send follow-up messages to make changes

Each project gets its own isolated environment with version control, so you can always roll back if needed.
