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Build Apps with GPT-4.1

OpenAI's latest model with improved coding capabilities and instruction following.

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medium Speed

Response time

excellent Quality

Code output

8 Frameworks

Supported

How GPT-4.1 Writes Code

Generates well-architected code with better adherence to instructions than GPT-4o. Excels at multi-file projects with consistent imports, proper error boundaries, and thorough edge-case handling.

Code Quality Details

Context window1M tokens
PricingPay-per-use via OpenAI API

Sample Output from GPT-4.1

Prompt: "Build a todo list with add, complete, and delete"

import { useState } from "react"

interface Todo {
  id: string
  text: string
  completed: boolean
}

function TodoList() {
  const [todos, setTodos] = useState<Todo[]>([])
  const [input, setInput] = useState("")

  const addTodo = () => {
    if (!input.trim()) return
    setTodos(prev => [...prev, {
      id: crypto.randomUUID(),
      text: input.trim(),
      completed: false,
    }])
    setInput("")
  }

  const toggleTodo = (id: string) =>
    setTodos(prev => prev.map(t =>
      t.id === id ? { ...t, completed: !t.completed } : t
    ))

  const deleteTodo = (id: string) =>
    setTodos(prev => prev.filter(t => t.id !== id))

  return (
    <div className="max-w-md mx-auto p-6">
      <div className="flex gap-2 mb-4">
        <input value={input}
          onChange={e => setInput(e.target.value)}
          onKeyDown={e => e.key === "Enter" && addTodo()}
          placeholder="Add a task..."
          className="flex-1 border rounded-lg px-3 py-2" />
        <button onClick={addTodo}
          className="bg-blue-600 text-white px-4 rounded-lg">
          Add
        </button>
      </div>
      <ul className="space-y-2">
        {todos.map(todo => (
          <li key={todo.id} className="flex items-center gap-3 p-3 border rounded-lg">
            <input type="checkbox" checked={todo.completed}
              onChange={() => toggleTodo(todo.id)} />
            <span className={todo.completed ? "line-through text-gray-400 flex-1" : "flex-1"}>
              {todo.text}
            </span>
            <button onClick={() => deleteTodo(todo.id)}
              className="text-red-500 text-sm">Delete</button>
          </li>
        ))}
      </ul>
    </div>
  )
}

GPT-4.1 adds TypeScript interfaces, proper edge-case handling (empty input guard), and keyboard support (Enter to add). The architecture is thorough — note crypto.randomUUID() for stable keys instead of array indices.

Strengths

GPT-4.1 stands out for several key capabilities that make it a strong choice for AI-assisted development.

  • Improved code generation
  • Better instruction following
  • Stronger reasoning
  • Multimodal support

Considerations

Being transparent about trade-offs helps you choose the right model. Here are some things to keep in mind with GPT-4.1.

  • Slightly slower than GPT-4o for simple tasks
  • Higher per-token cost
  • May produce verbose solutions for simple problems

Best For

Supported Frameworks

Use GPT-4.1 to build apps with any of these frameworks. Click a card to explore templates and example prompts.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is GPT-4.1 good for code generation?

Yes. GPT-4.1 by OpenAI is well-suited for code generation, with excellent code output quality and strengths in Improved code generation and Better instruction following. It excels at Complex multi-file projects, Architecture decisions. Many developers use GPT-4.1 with LoomCode AI to build working apps from natural language descriptions across React, Next.js, Vue, Python, and other frameworks.

How fast is GPT-4.1 for building apps?

GPT-4.1 offers medium speed for code generation, which means response times are typically a few seconds, balancing speed with quality. With LoomCode AI, you describe your app in plain English and receive runnable code. For rapid prototyping and MVP development, its thorough approach pays off for complex projects.

What frameworks work with GPT-4.1?

GPT-4.1 supports all 8 frameworks available in LoomCode AI: React, Next.js, Vue.js, Python, Streamlit, Gradio, PHP, and Laravel. Whether you need a React single-page app, a Next.js full-stack project, a Streamlit data dashboard, or a Laravel backend, GPT-4.1 can generate working code. Each framework has optimized prompts and templates—simply choose your framework and describe what you want to build.

How much does GPT-4.1 cost?

Pay-per-use via OpenAI API. LoomCode AI lets you try GPT-4.1 without any upfront cost—you only pay for API usage based on your provider's pricing. For developers on a budget, some models offer free tiers or extremely low per-token rates. Check OpenAI's current pricing page for the latest rates.

Can GPT-4.1 build complex applications?

Yes. GPT-4.1 can build complex applications including multi-page dashboards, CRUD systems, data visualization tools, and full-stack apps. Its excellent quality output and 1M tokens context window allow it to handle sophisticated requirements. Keep in mind: slightly slower than gpt-4o for simple tasks higher per-token cost. For the most demanding projects, we recommend iterating in smaller steps or using more specific prompts.

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