Build Authentication with AI
Prompt for creating a complete auth system
The Prompt
Copy this prompt into Cursor, Claude, or your AI coding tool of choice:
Build me a complete authentication system:
1. Email/password signup and login
2. Magic link authentication
3. OAuth (Google, GitHub)
4. Email verification
5. Password reset flow
6. Session management
7. Role-based access control
Tech: Next.js 14, Prisma, PostgreSQL
Use server actions, secure HTTP-only cookies.
Clean auth pages like Clerk's hosted UI.
How to Use This
- Open Cursor or your AI coding IDE
- Start a new project with the tech stack mentioned
- Paste this prompt and let the AI generate the foundation
- Iterate with follow-up prompts for specific features
- Review and refine the generated code
Expected Timeline
With vibe coding, expect to have a working MVP in 1-2 weeks, compared to 2-4 months of traditional development.
When to Buy Instead
Consider buying if:
- You need enterprise-grade reliability immediately
- Your team lacks technical skills for maintenance
- The subscription cost is less than your time cost