Create Inspirational Quotes with this App!

Table of Contents

1. Introduction
2. Creating the Motivational Course Generator App
   • Step 1: Starting a New Project
   • Step 2: Designing the UI
   • Step 3: Generating Codes with the API
   • Step 4: Displaying Motivational Quotes
3. Testing the App
4. Troubleshooting and Assistance
5. Conclusion

Introduction

In this video, I will demonstrate how to create a motivational course generator app using MIT App Inventor. The app will utilize a free API to generate codes. I will guide you through each step of the process, so let's get started!

Creating the Motivational Course Generator App

Step 1: Starting a New Project

To begin, click on "Start New Project" and give your project a name. For this app, let's call it "Codes".

Step 2: Designing the UI

In this step, we will design the user interface of the app. Add a vertical arrangement and a button to the screen, and center them using the layout options. Customize the appearance of the button by changing its text and background color. Also, add a text component for displaying motivational quotes.

Step 3: Generating Codes with the API

Now, we will use a JSON API to randomly generate codes. Copy the API link "type.fit/api/quotes" and go to MIT App Inventor. Under the connectivity options, select the "Web" component. Set the web URL to the API link and call it when the button is clicked.

Step 4: Displaying Motivational Quotes

After receiving the response from the API, we will decode the JSON text into dictionaries. Then, we will extract a random quote from the list of codes and display it in the label component.

Testing the App

Once the app is fully designed and programmed, you can test it using the emulator. Click on the "Get Code" button to generate a random motivational quote. Verify that the app functions as expected, and make any necessary adjustments if needed.

Troubleshooting and Assistance

If you encounter any issues or need assistance with the app creation process, feel free to leave a comment on the video. I will do my best to address your concerns and provide solutions.

Conclusion

Congratulations! You have successfully created a motivational course generator app using MIT App Inventor. I hope this tutorial has been helpful and that you can now use your app to inspire and motivate others. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and share this video. Have a wonderful day and stay safe. Goodbye!