Chris Messina

CREAO - Infinitely personalized software for every team member

Teams get stuck with one-size-fits-all SaaS that doesn’t fit anyone perfectly. CREAO lets anyone build custom AI apps with natural language, each one with a built-in copilot. Build the right tools for any job.

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Chris Messina

Remember when Apple released SwiftUI?

Suddenly, developers could build native iOS apps with simple, declarative code instead of wrestling with complex UIKit frameworks. What used to take weeks now took hours.

CREAO does something similar, but for entire teams.

Instead of forcing everyone into generic SaaS tools, CREAO lets anyone describe their workflow in plain English and get a custom AI app with its own dedicated copilot.

Just like SwiftUI democratized iOS development, CREAO democratizes software creation for the individuals on business teams.

The breakthrough: Each conversationally-generated app comes bundled with a purpose-built copilot that understands the specific context and data of that workflow. It's not a generic assistant bolted onto existing software—it's architected from the ground up for that exact use case.

Real impact: Teams stop bending their processes to fit generic, rigid tools. Instead, they create precision instruments that adapt to how they actually work.

The result feels like giving every team member their own personal developer who speaks their language and understands their problems.

Worth checking out if: Your team is tired of "almost right" software that forces everyone to work the same way.

I enjoyed getting to know and helping the team clarify their launch messaging — and I hope you take a serious look at the impressive platform they've built!

North Chen

@chrismessina Thanks for your sharp and insightful guidance for our product! Really great to have the experience working with you!

Clark Gao

@chrismessina Thanks for your support and for helping us share CREAO with the world!

The Product Hunt community is sharp, and your summary of CREAO perfectly captures our vision. Thank you for this thoughtful and incredibly accurate breakdown! We believe that generic tools often create more friction than they solve, and the real power of technology lies in its ability to adapt to human workflows, not the other way way around.

Lane Cochrane

@chrismessina Thanks for your support! We're excited to hear from this knowledgeable community. This is a key step in our journey to bring technology to the frontline and help teams get their work done.

Sylvain Laporte

@chrismessina Thank you so much, Chris!

Peter P

@chrismessina Thanks you for the support!

North Chen

Hey Product Hunt! I’m North, Creao AI DevRel.

Tired of forcing your team to use generic SaaS that fits nobody’s needs perfectly?

We built CREAO after watching high agency teams get stuck trying to hack solutions using basic Swiss Army knives when they needed bespoke multi-tools that adapt to their context and goals.

For example, your HR person needs a complex multi-tool for compliance workflows. Your DevOps engineer needs specialized automations. Yet both are forced to use the same generic interfaces and features that require workarounds or tedious stopgaps.

CREAO flips this: Instead of one-size-fits-all, we enable individuals to create infinitely personalized software to fit their bespoke needs.

Here’s how it works:

  • Describe your exact problem in plain English

  • Get a custom AI app built specifically for that workflow

  • Each app comes with its own custom copilot (not a generic assistant)

  • CREAO apps can be easily connected to other tools

  • CREAO apps can be shared and used across your team

What makes this different: You’re not getting another vibe coding AI app builder. You’re getting the AI app + purpose-built copilot bundle, two things that work together as one unit to solve specific problems.

Real examples from our users:

  • Medical appointment dashboard that auto-handles confirmations

  • Travel agency CRM with Amadeus integration and Slack updates

  • Field evaluation tool that turns photos into quote-ready reports

The result? Teams work at the problem level, not the platform level. Everyone gets tools as bespoke as their actual needs.

💬 Question: What’s your team’s “Swiss Army knife problem” — where you’re stuck with generic tools that almost (but don’t quite) solve your specific workflow?

👉 Ready to give your team precision tools instead of generic ones?

Amy

@north_chen 🎉 Congratulations on the launch of CREAO! It's great to see a solution that recognizes the importance of personalized tools in today's varied work environments.

I would love to know how long it took your team to develop CREAO.👀

North Chen

@amymabrey Thank you! Frankly it took our team 3 months to develop CREAO, and I know we are already leading ahead of many other vibe-coding products that's been building for almost a year

Kai

@north_chen  @amymabrey Great question! CREAO was built in relatively short amount of time.

But we spent the majority of our time obsessing over one thing: the infrastructure. That infra is the "brain" for our coding agent. Getting it right is what allows CREAO to turn a simple prompt into a full-stack AI-native app so reliably.

Clark Gao

@amymabrey Thank you! We're so glad you see the importance of personalized tools in today's work environment.

Tony Tong

@north_chen Congrats on the launch, North! The “AI app builder” space is already crowded, so the sharper question is: how will CREAO prove it isn’t just more bespoke tools adding to the sprawl, but something teams can actually maintain and rely on long-term?

North Chen

@tonyabracadabra Thank you Tony! The 'AI app builder' space is crowded with many competitors that can't deliver any functional apps. But it's pretty much an empty space for a product that's capable of delivering a functional full-stack app in one prompt. Give it a try and compare us to other competitors, and soon you will reach a conclusion!

Kai

@north_chen  @tonyabracadabra Haha, that's a super fair question, and honestly, it's the most important one.

We think about it this way: you're not just adding another tool to the pile. You're actually clearing the pile out by building one system you own that does the job of five different SaaS apps.

The magic is that because you can constantly update it, it doesn't get old and crusty. It evolves as your team does. It’s all about ditching the temporary fixes for something you can truly rely on long-term.

Clark Gao

@tonyabracadabra We've designed CREAO to directly counter the "sprawl" problem, not add to it. Our value isn't just in rapid creation, but in long-term maintenance and reliability. Here's how we're building (or planning) a platform that teams can truly rely on:

1. The Centralized Workplace

Unlike a collection of bespoke tools living on separate websites, every app built with CREAO lives in a single, unified workplace. This means teams have one place to manage all their custom tools, access data, and oversee user permissions. It’s a single source of truth, not a disparate collection of solutions.

2. A Solid, Maintainable Foundation

The apps aren't just one-off prototypes. They're built on a structured, modular architecture that allows them to be edited and updated over time. As your team's needs evolve, the application can evolve with it. The copilot becomes a maintenance partner, helping you update forms, add new reports, or change logic with a simple prompt.

3. Data Integrity & Security

We handle the database, data structuring, and permissioning automatically. This prevents the data silos and security risks that often come with ad-hoc solutions like duct-taping spreadsheets together. Every action is logged in an audit trail, so you can always see who did what, and when.

Tim T.

Congratulations on the launch! 🚀

I just had a chance to explore Creao, and I must say, it looks incredibly polished and holds great promise for the future. Keep up the amazing work!

Kai

@timte Thanks so much, Tim! That means a lot coming from you and the team at Locki. We're huge fans of what you're building and really appreciate you taking the time to check it out. Wishing you continued success!

North Chen

@timte Thanks for you feedback, Tim! We will keep building our project and glad to connect with builders navigating similar journeys like you.

Peter P

@timte  @north_chen let's make this happen together!

Clark Gao

@timte Thank you! We appreciate you taking the time to explore CREAO. We're focused on building a platform that helps teams move beyond the limitations of generic software. The goal is to make it simple for anyone to create a purpose-built tool with a dedicated AI copilot that understands their specific workflow. Your feedback is invaluable as we continue to grow!

Lane Cochrane

@timte Thank you Tim, that inspires us!

Sylvain Laporte

@timte Thank you so much Tim!

Cruise Chen

TBH I love the idea of each one having a built-in copilot. just curious - how does collaboration among team members happen with Creao AI?

Kai

@cruise_chen It's designed to be simple. Every app you build is connected, so you don't have to worry about data being siloed in different tools. And you can share any app with your team, so everyone can jump in and use it together.

North Chen

@cruise_chen Great question! We have the Share for Collaboration feature for every project you build in CREAO. Each project has a unique, publicly accessible URL you can share with your team, granting them access to the app and its data.

Clark Gao

@cruise_chen That's an excellent question, and it gets to the heart of what makes CREAO different. Thank you for asking.

Here's how it works:

Contextual Copilot: The individual copilot understands the entire shared context. It can answer questions, summarize data, or automate tasks based on the complete, team-wide data set, while also understanding a user's specific role and permissions.
Share and Discover Apps: Apps built by one person can be shared with the entire team or specific departments, ensuring everyone benefits from the custom workflows.
Centralized Management (coming next release): Administrators can manage users, roles, and permissions across the organization, ensuring data security and governance.

Peter P

@cruise_chen Thanks for the love! We built Creao for teams to collaborate in shared, multiplayer spaces where each copilot learns from the group's collective intelligence to supercharge creativity.

Charis Liao
@cruise_chen thank you for your support!
swastik maiti

I love the idea that we can so conveniently build a custom system for personalized use. I’m looking forward to using it.

North Chen

@swastik_maiti Thanks for your feedback swastik! Yes you can deliver a custom system from a simple prompt in 7-10 minutes. Enjoy you ride in CREAO and you can reach me out for any product assistance!

Peter P

@swastik_maiti  @north_chen let's make this happen together!

Clark Gao

@swastik_maiti Thank you! That's exactly the goal we had in mind. We're focused on giving everyone the power to create a tool that feels truly their own, moving beyond the one-size-fits-all approach. We can't wait to see what you build with it!

Kai

@swastik_maiti Thank you Swastik! We're so glad that resonates with you. That's exactly our goal: to let you build the perfect system you've always dreamed of and bring ultimate order to your life, without compromise.

Sylvain Laporte

@swastik_maiti Thank you so much! This is just the beginning to be honest. So much more to come very soon

Peter P

@swastik_maiti Thank you so much for the kind words! We're thrilled to hear that.

Empowering everyone to conveniently build their own personalized system is the exact reason we started this journey. We genuinely can't wait to see what you create with it.

If you don't mind sharing, we'd love to know what you're planning to build first! Cheers! 🚀

Charlene Chen

Woohoo, CREAO's live! 🎉 Love how you’re making it super easy for everyone to create my own AI apps with just words—no tech skills needed!

Kai

@charlenechen_123 Yes, exactly! We believe "simple" should also mean "powerful." It means you can stop being a human API between different apps and build the custom tool your team has always needed, and actually get it done in hours, not weeks

Peter P

@charlenechen_123  @chengka7 let's make this happen together!

Clark Gao

@charlenechen_123 Thank you! That's precisely the vision we're chasing: making powerful, custom software accessible to everyone on a team, regardless of their technical background. We're excited for what people will build with it!

Lane Cochrane

@charlenechen_123 Thank you Charlene. We hope this brings productivity gains to those hard to reach or ignored areas of the business!

Sylvain Laporte

@charlenechen_123 Thank you Charlene! This is only the beginning. Can't wait until you see what's coming next.

Peter P

@charlenechen_123 Thank you!

Jacky Liu

Wow, it’s been a long time since I’ve seen such an impressive product on PH like CREAO. Congratulations on the launch! I’m a vibe coding enthusiast, and the concept of Creao really struck me as refreshing. Suddenly, I got an idea: to create a small web-based product that can automatically turn my abstract design drafts into interactive product prototypes, replacing the need for me to write requirement documents!

Sylvain Laporte

@jackyliu Love it! If you're like me, you'll soon feel like you opened Pandora's box (in a good way). All the things at work and in life that could be made so much better!

North Chen

@jackyliu Glad to hear that Jacky! Thank you!

Clark Gao

@jackyliu Wow, thank you so much! That's one of the highest compliments we could receive on a launch day. We're excited for you to give it a try and can't wait to see what you build with it!

Kai

@jackyliu Wow, thank you for the amazing feedback!

That idea is brilliant and exactly why we built CREAO—to turn a flash of inspiration into a real tool, instantly. We can't wait to see you bring that prototype builder to life!

Sandy Liu

@jackyliu Really appreciate it! Love your idea — turning design drafts into prototypes is a perfect example of what CREAO makes possible.

Kai

Hey Product Hunt, I’m Kai, co-founder of Creao AI.

After 10 years in SaaS, I saw every team stuck with tools that don't quite fit. Workflows are either forced into rigid, one-size-fits-all platforms or held together by copy-paste and brittle automations.

The result is the same: you’re building critical processes on rented land, limited by someone else's roadmap. Your secret sauce isn't yours.

This led me to a simple conviction: software should understand your intent. That's why we built CREAO, to let you ship AI-native tools that work for you.

Describe a workflow, get an intelligent tool. You don't just get a static app. CREAO builds the tool and a custom AI copilot that understands its specific job. You can immediately ask it things like, "Show me all leads from last week," and it works.

Own Your Stack. Your tools and logic run in your stack. You keep full ownership of your data and workflows, with no vendor lock-in.

Iterate Instantly. When your process changes, just tell CREAO what's new. Your tool and its copilot evolve with you.

The future isn't another app; it's the power to create your own intelligent systems.

We’re here all day and would love to hear your raw feedback! All gut reactions, questions, and ideas are welcome.

What's the first manual workflow you would turn into an intelligent tool?

Shake Lyu

Hey North! Love how CREAO fixes that frustrating "close but no cigar" generic tool issue—those workarounds really drain team energy. The medical dashboard and travel CRM examples hit home, too.👍

North Chen

@lvyanghuang Thanks for your feedback Shake! Looking forward to your project share

Peter P

@lvyanghuang thanks for the feedback!

Clark Gao

@lvyanghuang Thank you! You've perfectly articulated the core problem we built CREAO to solve. It's those endless workarounds and "close but no cigar" tools that really drain a team's energy.

We're glad the examples resonated with you, as they are a great representation of the specific, purpose-built tools we want to enable teams to create. We appreciate you seeing the vision!

Sylvain Laporte

@lvyanghuang Thanks! Imagination is the only limit really. Candidly, for me it's now become an instinct (of course I'm biased) to think "Oh wait I could fix the problem in Creao!"

Kai

@lvyanghuang Really appreciate the support! You're so right, the "close but no cigar" problem is a massive, hidden productivity killer. We believe teams should spend their energy on their unique challenges, not fighting their software.

Andrew Jameson

Creao AI solves our team’s pain points with generic SaaS! It lets every member create fully customized software using natural language, complete with a dedicated Copilot. Examples like medical appointment dashboards and travel agency CRMs are impressive—finally, tools adapt to people instead of vice versa. Highly recommended for teams stuck with "one-size-fits-none" software!

North Chen

@andrew_jameson111 Thanks for your feedback Andrew! We will keep delivering more features that help your team grow!

Clark Gao

@andrew_jameson111 That feeling of tools adapting to people instead of the other way around is exactly what we set out to build. We really appreciate you seeing the vision and for the strong recommendation!

Kai

@andrew_jameson111 Wow, thank you for the review! You've perfectly captured our mission. "Tools adapt to people instead of vice versa" is exactly why we built CREAO. For too long, teams have been stuck with rigid, "one-size-fits-none" software. We believe you should own your workflows and build the exact tools your team needs.

Sylvain Laporte

@andrew_jameson111 wow! Thank you Andrew!

Lane Cochrane

@andrew_jameson111 Thank you Andrew, appreciate the comment! It is honestly amazing to see what gets built by those at the frontline.

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