How to Build Your Own Betty Blocks
Replace Betty Blocks with a custom build. Build AI Agents & Custom Portals Without Lock-in
Build Difficulty: 5/5
Build a working replacement in a weekend with AI tools
Estimated Timeline
Based on 29 features at Weekend Project difficulty, expect about One weekend with AI-assisted development.
Recommended Tech Stack
Full-stack React framework with API routes and server components
PostgreSQL database, auth, and real-time subscriptions
Utility-first styling for rapid UI development
Key Features to Replicate
Top features across 8 categories. See all 29 features
AI(5 features)
Build AI-powered agents for automation and intelligent workflows
Instantly creates polished, branded prototypes from AI inputs
AI-driven business process management and requirements gathering
AI-powered page generation and design capability
Generate functional apps in minutes using natural language prompts
Templates(5 features)
Pre-built app templates included with all licenses
Pre-built templates for case tracking with intake forms and workflow dashboards
Pre-built templates for customer-facing portals with ticket submission and case management
Pre-built templates for innovation portals with submission forms and review dashboards
Keep apps consistent and scalable across the business using master templates
Development(4 features)
Data modeling capabilities for app structure
Export pages directly to React for full code ownership and flexibility
WYSIWYG interface for building applications without coding
Visual maintenance interface that makes updates simple and low-effort
Integration(3 features)
Rock-solid API integrations for connecting to external systems
Data sources and reusable workflow integrations extend the life of core systems
Integration capabilities for enterprise systems
Components(2 features)
Marketplace for reusable blocks and components
Pre-built widgets that add functionality to pages quickly without custom coding
Deployment(2 features)
Development to production pipeline for safe and risk-free deployment
Deploy anywhere: multi-cloud, hybrid, or on-premises with zero lock-in
Security(2 features)
Automatic security patches included with all licenses
Role-based access and controls at design-time and run-time for security and compliance
Automation(1 features)
Workflow and automation actions for application logic
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Total Cost Comparison
DIY hosting estimate based on Vercel + Supabase free/pro tiers (~$20/mo). Build time estimated from 29 features at very easy complexity.