Build a Social Media Scheduler with AI
Prompt for creating a Buffer alternative
The Prompt
Copy this prompt into Cursor, Claude, or your AI coding tool of choice:
Build me a social media scheduling tool:
1. Connect Twitter/X, LinkedIn accounts
2. Compose posts with media upload
3. Schedule posts for later
4. Calendar view of scheduled posts
5. Basic analytics (likes, shares)
6. Content queue
Tech: Next.js, social platform APIs
Simple, focused UI like Buffer.
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