About RouteBoard
RouteBoard is an Australian SaaS platform providing intelligent scheduling and route optimisation for mobile service businesses including gardeners, cleaners, pool technicians, and trade services.
Technology Stack
RouteBoard represents a complete vibe-coded SaaS platform—web application and native mobile apps developed entirely through AI-assisted programming:
- Framework: Next.js for the web application
- Database: NEON Postgres for serverless PostgreSQL
- ORM: Prisma for type-safe database access
- Hosting: Netlify for seamless deployment and edge performance
- Mobile: Native iOS and Android apps
- Development: 100% vibe coded with AI assistance
The Challenge
Building a full-stack SaaS platform with native mobile apps presents significant challenges:
- Complex scheduling logic requiring robust backend architecture
- Native mobile apps for field workers on iOS and Android
- Real-time synchronisation between web and mobile platforms
- Route optimisation algorithms for efficient job scheduling
- Intuitive UX for non-technical service business owners
Our Approach
We applied vibe coding methodology to deliver a complete SaaS platform:
- AI-Assisted Development: Entire codebase generated through conversational AI programming
- Full-Stack Architecture: Next.js frontend with Prisma/NEON backend
- Native Mobile Apps: iOS and Android apps for field workers
- Iterative Refinement: Rapid prototyping and user feedback integration
- Production Quality: Enterprise-grade reliability despite accelerated development
Key Features
The RouteBoard platform includes:
- Drag-and-Drop Scheduling: Intuitive job assignment and rescheduling
- Route Optimisation: Intelligent routing to minimise travel time
- Mobile Apps: Native iOS and Android apps for technicians in the field
- Real-Time Sync: Instant updates between office and field
- Customer Management: Integrated CRM for service businesses
- Job Tracking: Live status updates and completion confirmation
UX Principles Applied
The platform applies Steve Krug’s “Don’t Make Me Think” principles throughout:
- Self-explanatory interface requiring minimal training
- Clear visual hierarchy for quick task completion
- Minimal cognitive load for busy service operators
- Mobile-first design for field workers
Vibe Coding in Practice
RouteBoard demonstrates what’s possible with AI-assisted development:
- Speed: Full platform delivered in a fraction of traditional development time
- Quality: Production-ready code with proper architecture
- Iteration: Rapid feature additions based on user feedback
- Cost-Effective: Enterprise capabilities at SME-friendly pricing
Results
The vibe-coded platform delivered:
- Complete web application with robust scheduling features
- Native iOS and Android apps for field technicians
- 45% improvement in trial-to-paid conversion
- Page speed score of 97 across the platform
- Growing user base of Australian service businesses
RouteBoard proves that vibe coding can deliver production-quality SaaS platforms—complete with native mobile apps—that compete with traditionally-developed software.