Deeper Seeker

Getting Started with Cursor

This guide will help you get started even if you're new to coding, using Cursor (an AI-powered code editor) to help you along the way.

Prerequisites

1. Download and install Cursor - it's a free AI-powered code editor
2. Install Git - this helps manage code versions
3. Install Node.js - choose the LTS (Long Term Support) version

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Clone the Repository

   • Fork the repository on GitHub
   • Open Cursor
   • Press Cmd + L
   • Type Clone this repo and run it {{PASTE_YOUR_REPO_URL_HERE}}
   • Press Enter

2. Setup Authentication

   • Go to https://clerk.com/
   • Create a new project
   • Get your Clerk Publishable Key
   • Rename the .env.example file to .env
   • Add your Clerk Publishable Key to the .env file after the = sign or ask Cursor to do it for you

3. Install Dependencies

   • Open the terminal in Cursor (View → Terminal or Ctrl + `) or ask Cursor to install dependencies
   • Type bun install and press Enter
   • Wait for all dependencies to install

4. Run the Project

   • In the terminal, type bun ios or ask Cursor to run the project
   • The project should open in your iOS simulator

Credits

This project was inspired by and built upon the foundation of ChatGPT Clone React Native by Galaxies-dev.