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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

General Questions

What is Devity?

Devity is a Server-Driven UI (SDUI) framework that allows developers to create dynamic and configurable UI experiences controlled from a backend. It consists of Devity Console, Devity Backend, and Devity SDKs.

How does Devity differ from traditional UI development?

Traditional UI development requires releasing new app versions for UI changes. With Devity, UI updates happen dynamically via a backend-driven JSON spec, reducing deployment time and enhancing flexibility.

Who can benefit from using Devity?

  • App developers who want to reduce release cycles and make UI updates without requiring users to update their apps.
  • Product teams who need dynamic UI workflows without developer intervention.
  • Enterprises looking for a scalable and centralized UI management system.

Technical Questions

What technologies power Devity?

  • Devity Console: Built using Flutter Web.
  • Devity Backend: Developed with FastAPI.
  • Devity SDKs: Initially available in Flutter (Dart), with a Next.js SDK planned for future releases.

How does Devity handle UI updates?

UI updates are controlled via JSON specs stored in a CDN. The client app fetches the latest spec, ensuring instant UI updates without requiring a new app release.

What happens if there is an error in the JSON spec?

Devity has built-in validation mechanisms to prevent invalid specs from being published. Additionally, apps can fall back to a previously cached version in case of spec retrieval issues.

Deployment & Integration

How do I deploy Devity Backend and Console?

Refer to the Deployment Guide for step-by-step instructions on setting up Devity Backend, Console, and SDKs.

Can I self-host Devity?

Yes, you can self-host Devity Backend and Console on your infrastructure. The recommended setup includes Docker, Kubernetes, and a CDN for JSON specs.

Does Devity require an internet connection?

  • For dynamic updates: Yes, since the JSON spec is fetched from a backend or CDN.
  • For offline usage: The last fetched spec can be cached and used when offline.

Customization & Extensibility

Can I create custom widgets?

Yes, Devity supports custom widgets and actions, allowing developers to extend the framework for specific use cases.

How do I define business logic in Devity?

Devity allows defining business logic via Expressions, Rules, and Actions, enabling conditional logic, API calls, and UI interactions.

Future Roadmap

What’s planned for future releases?

  • Next.js SDK for web applications.
  • AI-powered Spec Assistant for guided UI creation.
  • Versioning & rollback support for UI specs.

Where can I track updates?

Check the official repository and documentation for the latest updates and feature releases.

Support & Community

Where can I get help with Devity?

  • Official Documentation: [Link to Docs]
  • GitHub Issues: Report bugs or request features.
  • Community Forum: Join discussions with other developers.

How can I contribute to Devity?

We welcome contributions! Check out the contribution guidelines in the repository for details on how to submit code, documentation, or feedback.