Adalo vs ForgeCode

What is Adalo?

Adalo is a visual no-code AI app builder that allows users to design, build, and publish custom database-driven apps without writing code.

Who is Adalo for?

Adalo is primarily for individuals and businesses looking to build custom applications, such as delivery apps, eCommerce platforms, and order tracking systems, without needing coding skills.

What can I do with Adalo?

With Adalo, you can generate multi-screen apps using plain language descriptions, visually design your app layout on a multi-screen canvas, and publish your app to iOS, Android, and web platforms from a single project.

How much does Adalo cost?

Adalo offers a freemium pricing model, which includes a free plan with no credit card required, a hosted Postgres database, and 500 records with no time limit.

How is Adalo different from alternatives?

Adalo differentiates itself by combining visual app design with AI capabilities, allowing users to create functional apps quickly and easily without coding, while also providing built-in database management and multi-platform deployment.

What are the prerequisites for installing ForgeCode?

- A [Nerd Font](https://www.nerdfonts.com/) installed and enabled in your terminal (for example, [FiraCode Nerd Font](https://www.nerdfonts.com/font-downloads)) - [Zsh](https://github.com/ohmyzsh/ohmyzsh/wiki/Installing-ZSH) installed and configured

How do I install the ForgeCode binary?

```bash curl -fsSL https://forgecode.dev/cli | sh ``` This works on macOS, Linux, Android, and Windows via WSL or Git Bash. Verify the installation: ```bash forge --help ```

How do I configure the Zsh plugin?

ForgeCode integrates with Zsh to let you send prompts directly from your shell prompt. Run the setup wizard: ```bash forge zsh setup ``` Follow the interactive prompts. Once complete, **you must restart your terminal** for the plugin to take effect. Open a new terminal window, or reload the current session: ```bash exec zsh ``` important The Zsh plugin will not be active until you restart your terminal. If the `:` prompt trigger isn't working, this is the most common cause. If you're still having trouble, run the diagnostics command: ```bash forge zsh doctor ``` This checks your environment and reports any configuration issues with the Zsh plugin.

How do I log in to an AI provider?

ForgeCode needs access to at least one AI model. Run: ```bash :login ``` This walks you through selecting a provider and entering your API key. **If you already have a [ChatGPT Plus](https://chatgpt.com/pricing) or [Claude](https://claude.com/pricing) subscription**, select the corresponding provider (OpenAI or Anthropic) and use that subscription's API access instead of buying a separate key. Recommended providers - [OpenRouter](https://openrouter.ai/) — one key, 300+ models from every major vendor - [OpenAI](https://platform.openai.com/) — GPT Codex series - [Anthropic](https://console.anthropic.com/) — Claude Sonnet and Opus series Recommended models - **Proprietary:** Claude Sonnet & Opus series, GPT Codex series - **Open-source:** GLM, Kimi, Minimax After logging in, pick a model: ```bash :model ``` Browse the list, type to filter, and press Enter. ForgeCode remembers your choice across sessions. You can change it anytime.

How do I send my first prompt?

With the Zsh plugin active and the LLM provider set up, type `:` followed by a **space** and your prompt: ```bash : Hi! What is the time? ``` ForgeCode takes it from there.