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Tool Converts OpenAPI Definitions Into Full Frontend Apps Using Formly

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A new developer tool built on top of Formly aims to eliminate repetitive frontend work by automatically generating functional applications from OpenAPI definitions. Instead of manually coding forms, tables, validation, and API connections for each project, developers simply provide an OpenAPI spec and the tool builds the interface. The generated frontend can be further customized through the Formly Designer, allowing developers to refine labels, add descriptions, and swap in custom components. The tool is currently available to try via a hosted demo at grumptech.github.io, requiring only a temporary CORS configuration change on the backend. The developer behind the project is seeking community feedback on features, use cases, and potential improvements.

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