Create a repository
Builder Projects provides a way to create and iterate on applications using AI and visual editing. Prototype ideas, build new web applications, or convert Figma designs to code.
After creating your Project with Builder, share your work by creating a repository with just a few clicks.
If you're new to working with Git and version control, follow along with the video below for an introduction:
About repositories
A repository is a storage location for all the files in a software project, along with a complete history of every change made to them.
When you click the Create Repo button in a Builder Project, Builder takes the project you've built with AI and sets it up in a version control system. Software developers on your team can then run the project locally and investigate the generated code.
Connect your version control system
To create a repository from one of your Projects, you must have a connection to your organization's version control system. For more information on what systems Builder supports and how to set this up, visit Projects Setup overview.
To create a net-new application from a prompt:
- Go to the Projects page in the Builder app.
- In the prompt box at the top of the Projects page, type in what you want to generate and press enter.
Builder transitions you to the Visual Editor, where it then builds your application from scratch.
If you are primarily looking to test out Builder Project prompting functionality, try the following prompt:
When you click Enter, Builder creates a new Project for you.
With such a minimal prompt, the Project may not be exactly what you need. Refine your prompt, add context, or make additional prompts and edits to improve the Project.
Make your repository
To create a repository from your created Project:
- Within your Project, click the Create Repo button.
- Choose an organization and Project name.
- Click the Create Repository button.
Builder creates the repository for you and opens your repository in a new page.
Remember, to create a repository from one of your Projects, you must have a connection to your organization's version control system.
For more information on what systems Builder supports and how to set this up, visit Projects Setup overview.
Continue building
With your Project connected to your code's repository, continue building your Project in the following ways:
- Configure your Project to utilize pull requests. For more details, visit Create a pull request.
- Preview your Project with Previews in Projects.
- Integrate other tools and services you use with Integrations.