Build a Habit Tracker with PHP
A daily habit tracking app with streaks and progress visualization. Using PHP's PHP 8.2+ with Composer and MySQL support, LoomCode AI generates a production-ready habit tracker with clean code structure, proper state management, and a polished user interface — all from a single text description in seconds. No prior coding experience required.
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Select PHP
Open LoomCode AI and choose the PHP template from the template picker.
Describe your app
Type a description of your habit tracker and click submit.
Preview & deploy
Watch the AI generate code and preview your working app live. Deploy with one click.
Why Build a Habit Tracker with PHP
PHP brings server-side power to a habit tracker with database persistence, authentication, and API endpoints. Tasks and data survive page refreshes because everything is stored in a real database via Composer.
What the AI Generates for This Habit Tracker
- Database storage via Composer
- Server-side rendering for fast initial page loads
- Form validation and CSRF protection
- PHP 8.2 architecture with clean MVC structure
- Persistent state so work is not lost on page refresh
- Keyboard shortcuts and quick-action buttons for common habit tracker operations
Example Prompt
Copy this prompt and paste it into LoomCode AI:
What You Get
LoomCode AI generates a habit tracker with full CRUD operations — create, read, update, and delete. Items persist in state, support status toggling and filtering, and the interface responds instantly to user actions. The output is properly structured PHP code using PHP 8.2, Composer, MySQL, PDO with database models, controllers, validated forms, and server-rendered views. The app runs immediately in a live sandbox — interact with it, test every feature, then iterate with follow-up prompts or deploy to a shareable URL.
Tips for Better Results
- Describe your ideal workflow: "add task, set priority, mark complete, filter by status" gives the AI clear action patterns to implement
- Ask for keyboard shortcuts if power-user efficiency matters — the AI can wire up Ctrl+N for new items, Delete for removal, etc.
- Mention "drag and drop" or "reorder" explicitly if you want sortable lists — the AI uses the appropriate library for PHP
- Specify your database schema needs upfront — the AI will generate migrations and models accordingly
Tech Stack
FAQ
Can AI build a Habit Tracker with PHP?
Yes. LoomCode AI generates a complete habit tracker with PHP 8.2, Composer, MySQL, PDO from a text description. The AI understands task management, organization, and workflow features and produces working code that runs immediately in a live sandbox. PHP's MVC architecture and database integration handle task management, organization, and workflow features with server-side reliability and persistence. You can iterate with follow-up prompts to refine features or deploy with one click.
How long does it take to build a Habit Tracker with AI?
A working habit tracker typically generates in 30-60 seconds. The initial version includes task management, organization, and workflow features with a polished UI. From there, you can add features incrementally — each follow-up prompt takes another 15-30 seconds. Most users go from idea to a deployable habit tracker in under 10 minutes, compared to hours or days of manual development.
Can I customize the generated Habit Tracker?
Yes, in two ways. First, use natural language follow-up prompts: "add dark mode", "change the layout to tabs", or "add a search filter" — the AI modifies the existing code. Second, copy the full source code and edit it directly. The output is standard PHP code using PHP 8.2 and Composer that works in any PHP/Laravel project.
Which AI model works best for a Habit Tracker?
For a habit tracker, GPT-4o offers the best speed-to-quality balance for quick iterations. Claude 3.5 Sonnet produces more polished code for complex features. DeepSeek V3 is a cost-effective alternative for simpler versions. You can switch models anytime.
Is the generated habit tracker production-ready?
For prototypes and MVPs, the generated habit tracker is typically ready to use immediately. The code includes database migrations, input validation, and CSRF protection. For production deployment at scale, you may want to add automated tests, error boundaries, and monitoring.
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