In this video, you'll learn how to build a complete messaging app without code on Bubble. This step-by-step walkthrough will guide you through building essential features like direct messages, group messages, real-time notifications, and user mentions. If you're looking to build a messaging app (or any app with messaging, commenting, or inbox features), this video will show you how.
💥 Get the template: https://bubble.io/template/messaging-app-1737598747173x129792691570999300
💥 Link from the video: https://coachingnocodeapps.com/workshop
0:00 - Messaging App Overview
0:55 - Database Structure
7:33 - Interactive Design
9:17 - 3 Column Layout
11:06 - Display Group vs Direct Message Threads
16:27 - Display Message List
22:51 - Display Input to Send Messages
25:21 - Display Additional Thread Details
26:45 - Auto-binding and Privacy Rules
30:20 - User-Restricted Functions
35:23 - Workflows to Create New Threads
40:00 - Unread Messages Badge
43:21 - Workflow to Add Messages to Threads
47:04 - Workflow to Modify Thread Participants
49:31 - Workflow to Delete Threads and Related Data
58:17 - User Mentions with Plugin
💥 What to Watch Next:
- Using Bubble to Build Your App:
https://youtu.be/6N5Gny4YlbU
💥 Courses on How to Build a Bubble App:
- Build a Scalable MVP App from Start to Finish: https://coachingnocodeapps.com/fast-track
- Customize and Expand Your Existing App: https://coachingnocodeapps.com/vip-membership
- Use APIs in Your App (connect with outside services): https://coachingnocodeapps.com/api-video-bundle
💥 Free Stuff:
- In-Depth Bubble Guide: https://coachingnocodeapps.com/bubble-io
- Facebook Community for No Code App Entrepreneurs: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1165236046981865
💥 Private, 1-on-1 Guidance:
- https://coachingnocodeapps.com/consulting