How I Built a form templater app in 2 days using NextJS, Supabase, and Vercel
Introducing Form Templater: Your All-in-One Solution for Creating Forms and Templates
Ever wished you had a single tool to streamline how you collect information from users and then turn that information into beautifully formatted documents? Meet Form Templater—a brand-new web application that lets you build forms, collect responses, and generate custom documents from those responses, all in one sleek interface.
Built With Modern, Developer-Friendly Technologies
One of the standout features of Form Templater is its robust technical foundation:
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TypeScript & Next.js
The application is built with TypeScript on top of Next.js, ensuring type safety and efficient, server-side rendered React components. This means faster load times, better SEO, and a more maintainable codebase. -
Supabase for Authentication & Database
Form Templater leverages Supabase to handle user authentication and store form data. If you’re not familiar with Supabase, think of it as an open-source alternative to services like Firebase—offering a Postgres database, real-time listeners, and built-in auth solutions. -
Deployed on Vercel
For rapid development and top-tier performance, Form Templater is deployed on Vercel. That means you can expect reliable uptime, quick deployment cycles, and built-in support for Next.js.
Clean Dashboard & Intuitive Interface
When you log in, you’ll be greeted by a clean dashboard (as shown in the screenshot) where you can:
- Create and Manage Your Forms
- Start by clicking “Create Your First Form” to quickly build custom forms. Add text fields, multiple-choice questions, file uploads—you name it.
- Collect responses in real time and easily view them right within your dashboard.
- Design Templates for Document Generation
- After collecting responses, you can transform them into polished PDF or text documents with just a few clicks using Templates.
- Templates help you automate the process of turning form responses into reusable documents—contracts, letters, invoices, or any format you need.
- Combine Forms and Templates
- Once you have a form and a corresponding template in place, you can easily convert your user submissions into final documents. No more copy-paste. It’s a one-click solution that saves you hours.
Why Form Templater Stands Out
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Seamless Data Collection and Output
Rather than juggling a form builder and a separate document generation tool, everything is consolidated in a single workflow. -
User-Friendly yet Developer-Centric
While non-technical users can create forms and templates through an intuitive UI, developers will appreciate the Next.js + TypeScript stack and the flexibility Supabase provides. -
Scalable and Secure
Supabase’s Postgres database and robust authentication layer provide enterprise-level data security. Plus, hosting on Vercel ensures you can scale as needed without worrying about server configurations.
How to Get Started
- Sign Up or Log In
- If you already have a Supabase-based account set up (or want to create one), it’s a quick process. The secure login flow is powered by Supabase’s native Auth.
- Create Your First Form
- Jump right into form building by adding various fields, customizing labels, and rearranging layouts to suit your needs.
- Build a Template
- Use the easy-to-follow template creator to design how you want your collected data to appear in the final document.
- Collect Responses and Generate Documents
- Share your form link, collect responses, and watch as your data seamlessly merges into custom-tailored documents.
What’s Next
Form Templater continues to evolve. Upcoming features on our roadmap include:
- Advanced Conditional Logic for forms
- Integration with Third-Party Services like Zapier or Slack
- Real-time Collaboration on template editing
- Analytics and Reporting on form submissions
Conclusion
Form Templater is here to simplify your workflow—one form and one template at a time. Whether you’re a freelancer automating client intake or a business generating contracts, our app offers an elegant, flexible way to collect and transform information. Built on Next.js, TypeScript, Supabase, and deployed on Vercel, it’s modern, secure, and ready to help you scale.
Ready to give it a try? Sign up now and experience how effortless form creation and template-based document generation can be.