How I Coded An Entire Website Using ChatGPT

Hey there, web enthusiasts! Today, we're diving into the fascinating world of AI-powered code generation with ChatGPT. If you're a programmer—or even a budding one—there's a good chance you've heard of ChatGPT from OpenAI. It's all the rage right now. In this post, we'll explore how I leveraged ChatGPT to build a full-fledged job board website from scratch and deployed it online using Hostinger. Stick around because we're about to see just how efficient and creative AI can be in web development. Plus, I'll share how you can connect with a community of like-minded creatives at NewForm.

What is ChatGPT?

Let's start with the basics: ChatGPT is a conversational model created by OpenAI, designed to interact with users in a conversational manner. The model is immensely powerful, capable of helping you with tasks ranging from simple inquiries to generating code snippets. Naturally, this has sparked discussions about whether AI like ChatGPT will replace certain jobs—programming jobs included—or transform them into something new.

ChatGPT: Friend or Foe for Programmers?

I know plenty of programming pals who haven't even dipped their toes into experimenting with ChatGPT, which boggles my mind! It's super easy to get started. Simply swing by OpenAI's website, sign up for an account, and test out ChatGPT for yourself. If you're worried about job security, don't be! Think of ChatGPT as a collaborator, not a competitor.

Building a Job Board Website

I decided to put ChatGPT to the test by building an entire job board website from scratch. The goal: create a platform that lists available programming jobs. Not only would this make for a great project, but who knows—maybe it could evolve into something even bigger!

Step 1: Planning the Project

Firing up ChatGPT, I started with a simple greeting, “Hi, ChatGPT! I want to build a website today, can you help?” Being the reliable AI friend it is, ChatGPT laid out a step-by-step guide to building a website. We started by determining the website's purpose, brainstorming ideas, and ultimately settled on a job board concept. ChatGPT suggested several ideas and, being career-focused, a programming job board fit perfectly.

Step 2: Setting Up the Structure

With a clear direction in mind, I got to work. Using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, I set up a basic folder structure on my desktop ready for action: one for HTML, one for CSS, and one for our JS files. Jumping back to ChatGPT, I asked it to generate some initial HTML code, providing a kick-start for our job board website.

Step 3: Styling Our Creation

After laying the HTML foundation, I couldn't let the site look bland and featureless. I called upon ChatGPT again, this time for some styling advice. It generated a stylesheet that tightened the site's aesthetic, making everything a bit more polished in seconds. And with just a few tweaks, we had a tidy UI to show off!

Step 4: Populating with Data

Every job board is only as good as the data it displays. But where do you find realistic mock data? Enter ChatGPT again! I asked it to generate a sample of JSON data for the mock job listings. In no time, we had a set of mock data good to go. Using JavaScript, we then populated our HTML view with this data, filtering it by keyword and location.

Step 5: Deployment with Hostinger

With a functioning prototype ready, it was time to deploy our website. If you've not heard of Hostinger, it's an incredibly intuitive platform for hosting websites. I’ll tell you, my favorite aspect of Hostinger is its super easy user interface—perfect for both beginners and experienced developers alike. Just a few clicks, and we were live online!

Jump over to remotelycode.com to see the fruits of this experiment. The job listings appear, and the filters function just as effectively in production as they did locally.

A Word on ChatGPT and Programming

I was genuinely amazed at how quickly we brought this concept to life with the aid of ChatGPT. While AI won't replace skilled programmers anytime soon, it serves as an impressive tool for consolidating information gathered from various sources.

At the same time, remember: while AI can accelerate the coding process, don't lose touch with what's happening in the code. Pay attention to the details, understand the suggestions, and you'll find yourself not just faster, but smarter.

Join NewForm, and Level Up Your Skills!

That wraps up our little adventure with AI in the realm of web development! If you're itching to take your coding and design skills a notch further, you’re in luck! At NewForm, we’re all about pushing the envelope. You’ll find web design challenges, market opportunities, skill-building events, and exclusive sessions with top industry professionals. Unleash your potential, learn from the best, and craft some truly amazing projects!

So, what are you waiting for? Jump into NewForm and start your journey with our creative community. Until next time, keep imagining, designing, and coding. Chat soon!