Overview:

UI Builder for @shadcn/ui is a React component designed to facilitate the creation and editing of user interfaces using a visual no-code editor. This tool offers core components and seamless integration with existing shadcn/ui projects while also allowing for customization with custom components. UI Builder enables swift design and development of various UI elements such as landing pages, forms, and dashboards, making it a versatile tool suitable for both internal organizational use and external applications.

Features:

• Visual No-Code Editor: Create and edit user interfaces visually without writing any code.
• Core Components: Comes with a set of core components for building UIs efficiently.
• Custom Component Integration: Easily integrate custom components to personalize your UI designs.
• Persistent State Management: Default storing of UI state in the browser’s local storage for seamless session persistence.
• Initial State Configuration: Set up initial pages and layers, useful for establishing the builder’s initial state from external sources.
• Callback Functionality: Utilize onChange callback function to handle editor state changes and persistence actions.
• LayerRenderer Component: Render page layers without editor functionality when needed.
• Custom Component Registry: Add custom component definitions to the registry for enhanced design capabilities.

Installation:

To install UI Builder for @shadcn/ui, follow these steps:

1. If using the latest shadcn/ui in your project, install the component directly from the registry.
2. Ensure to use style variables for correct page theming functionality.
3. If not using shadcn/ui, manually copy the component files from the repository to your project directory.
4. After running shadcn init or add, add dev dependencies to resolve any potential registry installation issues.

Summary:

UI Builder for @shadcn/ui is a versatile React component that simplifies UI design and development by providing a visual, no-code editor and seamless integration with shadcn/ui projects. With features like custom component integration, persistent state management, and callback functionality, this tool offers a user-friendly solution for creating various UI elements. Whether used for internal organizational purposes or as part of a no-code application building platform, UI Builder enhances the UI design process with its ease of use and customization options.