FIRST APP GUIDE

Let's build

Ready to build your first Flutter app with Codika? This guide will walk you through creating a test project using the Codika CLI and integrating core features like Firebase, user onboarding, settings, and analytics. You'll learn the essential workflow from project setup to app store deployment.

Follow Along

This guide is designed as a hands-on introduction to Codika's core workflow. We recommend following along with a test project to get comfortable with the process. The guide takes about 30 minutes to complete, and once you're familiar with these basics, you'll be ready to explore more advanced features in our Professional Starter Guide (still under development).

Before You Begin

Make sure you've completed the Installation Guide and the Configuration Guide. It is important that you are logged into the following services in your console :

firebase login --reauth
gcloud auth login
shorebird login

Your Journey Ahead

The guide is separated into 5 different parts where we will explain different concepts related to Codika and what steps are automated for you:

1. Project Setup - Create your first Codika project and discover how the CLI automates environment configuration and feature integration
2. App Distribution - Learn how Codika streamlines the app store deployment process with automated builds and signing
3. Feature Management - See how Codika's block system lets you add complex features with a single command
4. Live Updates - Master the art of deploying instant updates to your users without app store reviews
5. Analytics Integration - Understand how Codika makes it easy to track and analyze user behavior

Ready to begin? Let's set up your project!