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v0.2.0
Major Update
2024-12-27

Project Foundation: AI Image Generator Setup

Today's Progress

Started working on my AI image generation website today. After exploring various tech stacks, I settled on Next.js for its robust image handling capabilities and API route features - both crucial for an AI image generation platform. The goal is to create a user-friendly interface where people can easily generate and manage their AI-created artwork.

The first step was getting the base project structure in place. I opted for TypeScript from the start since type safety will be important when handling image generation requests and responses. Added shadcn/ui for the interface components - their clean, modern style will work perfectly for the minimalist design I'm aiming for.

Decisions Made

Made several key decisions about the project's direction:

  • Image generation API integration will be handled through server-side routes
  • User generated images will be stored and managed efficiently
  • Interface will prioritize the image generation prompt input
  • Gallery section for showcasing generated images
  • Clean, distraction-free UI to keep focus on the artwork

Challenges

The main challenge today was planning how to structure the image generation flow. There's a lot to consider - from handling API requests to managing loading states and displaying results. I spent time thinking through the user experience, particularly how to make the image generation process feel smooth and intuitive.

Next Steps

Tomorrow's focus will be on:

  • Building the main image generation interface
  • Setting up the prompt input component
  • Creating the image display gallery layout
  • Planning the image storage structure

Thoughts

It's exciting to start building this AI image generation platform. While today was mostly setup work, it's crucial to have a solid foundation. I'm particularly looking forward to implementing the image generation features and seeing how users interact with the AI to create artwork.

The key will be making the technology accessible and fun to use, regardless of the user's technical background. Looking forward to tackling the core functionality tomorrow.