The latest articles on DEV Community by Sakamon (@_729418073dbb4ee94e08). https://dev.to/_729418073dbb4ee94e08 https://media2.dev.to/dynamic/image/width=90,height=90,fit=cover,gravity=auto,format=auto/https:%2F%2Fdev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fuploads%2Fuser%2Fprofile_image%2F3317600%2Fa5aa17eb-daeb-4a05-82b0-b42aa3520440.jpeg https://dev.to/_729418073dbb4ee94e08 en Sakamon Thu, 03 Jul 2025 22:11:23 +0000 https://dev.to/_729418073dbb4ee94e08/my-first-app-a-journey-of-discovery-with-lucia-4o59 https://dev.to/_729418073dbb4ee94e08/my-first-app-a-journey-of-discovery-with-lucia-4o59 <p><a href="https://media2.dev.to/dynamic/image/width=800%2Cheight=%2Cfit=scale-down%2Cgravity=auto%2Cformat=auto/https%3A%2F%2Fdev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fuploads%2Farticles%2Fbyrdhqaa7gt1dv4rmbiw.png" class="article-body-image-wrapper"><img src="https://media2.dev.to/dynamic/image/width=800%2Cheight=%2Cfit=scale-down%2Cgravity=auto%2Cformat=auto/https%3A%2F%2Fdev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fuploads%2Farticles%2Fbyrdhqaa7gt1dv4rmbiw.png" alt=" " width="800" height="1062"></a></p> <p>Joining this hackathon was my very first attempt at app development. I had no coding background, but the moment I saw a video on X that sparked a dreamlike world, I asked myself—could I build something like that?</p> <p>That question led me on a path of exploration. I dove into generative AI, created images with Midjourney, brought them to life with video tools like LTX and Luma, and even wrote a novel. Through Bolt.new’s no-code/low-code platform, I turned those dreams into an actual interactive app—Tears of Lucia.</p> <p>I realized that this wasn’t just a technical project. It was a journey of self-discovery. I uncovered a hidden creative side I didn’t know I had, and along the way, I was reminded of the importance of supportive teammates who believed in my vision.</p> <p>This experience gave me more than just a product—it gave me confidence, new skills, and a sense of possibility. If you’re new to building or just curious, start where you are. You may discover more than just code—you may discover yourself.</p> devchallenge wlhchallenge bolt ai