50 Production Prompts for Emergent AI

By Arun Nandewal • January 23, 2026 • 5 min read

Copy-Paste Prompts to Build Real Apps

Most AI app builders fail because the prompt is generally only for UI. Emergent is different: it works like a mini engineering team, planning agent, frontend agent, backend agent, testing agent, and deployment agent all working in parallel.

That means your prompts should look less like:

“Build me an app”

…and more like production-grade specs:

Who the user is
Core workflows
Data storage requirements
Auth, payments, and permissions
Edge cases and failure handling

Pro Tip: Treat Emergent like a dev team, not a chatbot. Let it ask clarifying questions, that’s a feature, not friction. Answer like a PM writing specs.

How to Use This Guide

Think like a PM: Be explicit about users, workflows, data, auth, and payments.
Copy, paste, tweak: All prompts are ready-to-use, production-style.
Let Emergent ask questions: Clarifying questions improve output.

Iterate safely: Use testing and deployment agents frequently to avoid breaking features.

1️. Foundation Prompts: Architecture & Setup

Start serious projects correctly; these are copy-paste-ready prompts for Emergent.

1. Production SaaS Base

Build a production-ready SaaS application with:

- User authentication (email/password + optional Google OAuth)

- Role-based access control

- Persistent database with migration-safe schema

- Stripe subscriptions with free trial, feature gating, billing management

- Admin dashboard for user and metrics management

- Deployment-ready setup

Include:

- Best-practice schema and API design

- Error handling and audit logging

- Clarifying questions before implementation

Why it works: Establishes a robust foundation. Emergent coordinates multiple agents to handle auth, DB, and deployment correctly.

2. Full-Stack Architecture Spec

Plan and implement a full-stack architecture, including:

- Responsive frontend UI

- Backend APIs with REST or GraphQL

- Database schema design

- Authentication and authorization flows

- Testing coverage for endpoints and edge cases

- Deployment pipeline with staging and production environments

Show architecture decisions before implementation.

Why it works: Forces Emergent to think systemically, not just generate screens. You get a blueprint and implementation.

3. Stack Specification

Build this app using a modern production stack. Clearly define:

- Frontend framework (React, Vue, etc.)

- Backend/API layer (Node, Django, etc.)

- Database choice (Postgres, Mongo, etc.)

- Auth method (JWT, OAuth, etc.)

- Payment integration (Stripe, PayPal)

- Realtime or async processing requirements

Optimize for maintainability, scalability, and team handoff.

Why it works: Ensures Emergent considers engineering constraints and production needs.

4. Database + Auth First Setup

Design and implement:

- User table with roles, profile data, audit logs

- Authentication system with secure password storage

- Session handling and token management

- Indexing and migration-safe schema updates

- Basic audit logging

Why it works: Critical foundation for future features, prevents breaking auth or database logic later.

5. Requirements Gathering Mode

Before building, ask structured product questions about:

- Target users and personas

- Core workflows and edge cases

- Monetization strategy

- Data storage and permissions

- Feature priorities and constraints

Then propose a technical plan including frontend, backend, DB, auth, billing, and deployment considerations.

Why it works: Emergent mimics a PM + engineering team, asking clarifying questions ensures correct architecture upfront.

2️. Full-Stack App Prompts

Turn ideas into fully functional apps.

6. SaaS with Auth + Billing

Build a SaaS application with:

- Email/password login + Google OAuth

- Free trial

- Stripe subscriptions

- Feature gating based on plan

- Billing management dashboard

Include trial expiration logic and secure payment handling.

Why it works: Ships a real product workflow, not a mock UI.

7. Internal Tool with Roles

Build an internal tool with:

- Admin and member roles

- Role-based permissions

- Activity logging

- Secure internal deployment

Admins can manage users, permissions, and access logs.

Why it works: Emergent handles multi-role security, logging, and internal deployment.

8. Realtime Dashboard App

Build a realtime dashboard with:

- Live data updates

- Persistent storage

- User authentication

- Role-based views

- Activity feed

Use websockets or polling where appropriate for realtime updates.

Why it works: Adds production-ready realtime features while maintaining auth and storage integrity.

9. AI Copilot App

Build an AI copilot app that:

- Stores user context

- Maintains conversation history

- Allows file or data input

- Produces structured AI outputs

- Saves results per user

Include prompt versioning and output logging for audit purposes.

Why it works: Provides persistent state, traceable outputs, and user-specific AI functionality.

10. Workflow Automation Tool

Build a workflow automation tool that:

- Accepts triggers

- Processes tasks automatically

- Stores execution history

- Handles failures with retry and fallback

- Provides audit trails for all operations

Why it works: Production-style workflow automation with reliability and visibility baked in.

3️. Feature Add-On Prompts

Add capabilities safely to existing apps.

11. Add Stripe Subscriptions

Add Stripe subscriptions with:

- Free trial

- Monthly plans

- Feature gating per plan

- Billing portal

- Webhook handling for events

Why it works: Turns your SaaS into a monetized, production-ready platform.

12. Add JWT + Google OAuth

Add authentication with:

- JWT-based sessions

- Google OAuth login

- Account linking

- Secure token handling

Why it works: Adds flexible, secure auth for real users.

13. Add Audit Logs

Add audit logging for:

- User actions

- Data changes

- Admin actions

- Login activity

Include searchable and exportable logs.

Why it works: Provides traceability and compliance readiness.

14. Add Realtime Updates

Add realtime updates for:

- Core data changes

- Notifications

- Collaborative features

Ensure fallback to polling if websocket fails.

Why it works: Makes your app feel live while maintaining reliability.

15. Add Admin Dashboard

Add an admin dashboard with:

- User management

- Usage metrics

- Billing overview

- System health indicators

Why it works: Gives operators insight into usage, revenue, and system performance.

4️.Iteration & Refactor Prompts

Add features without breaking existing functionality.

16. Safe Feature Addition

Add this new feature without breaking existing functionality.

- Review dependencies

- Run testing agent on affected flows

- Implement feature safely

Why it works: Emergent ensures no regressions while extending your product.

17. UI Theme Change

Update the UI theme system-wide while:

- Preserving layouts

- Maintaining accessibility

- Avoiding broken components

Why it works: Provides consistent UX updates without risking stability.

18. Add Usage Limits + Trials

Implement usage limits with:

- Free tier caps

- Trial expiration

- Upgrade prompts

- Backend enforcement of limits

Why it works: Controls product access and drives monetization.

19. Extend Database Schema

Extend the database schema to support a new feature:

- Ensure backward compatibility

- Include migrations

- Maintain indexing and performance

Why it works: Adds functionality safely without breaking existing data.

20. Refactor for Scalability

Refactor relevant parts of the app for:

- Improved query efficiency

- API optimization

- Better maintainability

- Load handling

Why it works: Prepares the system for real-world growth.

5️.Testing & Deployment Prompts

Turn prototypes into production-ready apps.

21. Full Testing Sweep

Run testing agent on:

- Auth flows

- API endpoints

- Database operations

- Edge cases

- Error handling

Report failures and fix them.

Why it works: Catches bugs before they affect real users.

22. Pre-Deploy Health Check

Run pre-deployment health checks to identify:

- Broken endpoints

- Missing environment variables

- Auth issues

- Billing issues

Why it works: Ensures deployment readiness and reduces production risk.

23. Production Readiness Review

Review the system for production readiness:

- Security

- Error handling

- Logging

- Performance metrics

Why it works: Confirms your app is production-grade before going live.

24. Deploy to Production

Prepare and deploy the app to production:

- Validate deployment

- Verify post-deploy health

- Enable monitoring

Why it works: Emergent ensures a smooth, error-free deployment.

25. Load & Stability Check

Simulate realistic usage patterns:

- Identify bottlenecks

- Measure latency

- Recommend performance improvements

Why it works: Prepares your app for scaling to real users.

6️. Product & Workflow Prompts

Build apps that PMs actually ship.

26. AI Roadmap Generator

Build an AI roadmap generator that:

- Accepts skill level and experience

- Generates step-by-step plans

- Saves user roadmaps

- Allows regeneration and edits

Why it works: Produces personalized, persistent outputs.

27. Habit Tracker SaaS

Build a habit tracker with:

- User accounts

- Habit creation and check-ins

- Weekly progress charts

- Team support

- Subscription plans

Why it works: Combines core SaaS flows with paid plans.

28. Task Management App

Build a task management app with:

- Kanban boards

- Realtime updates

- Team invites

- Stripe premium tiers

Why it works: Implements collaboration + monetization features.

29. Learning Journey App

Build a personalized learning journey app that:

- Accepts goals

- Generates step-by-step plans

- Tracks progress

- Saves history

Why it works: Combines personalization with persistent state.

30. Internal Research Assistant

Build an internal AI research assistant that:

- Stores documents

- Maintains context

- Logs queries

- Tracks insights

Why it works: Adds persistent knowledge management to internal tools.

7️. Advanced System Prompts

31. Context Preservation

Ensure long-term context is preserved across sessions.

Design storage for history and state.

Why it works: Supports persistent user experience.

32. Error & Failure Handling

Add structured error handling and fallback logic.

Log failures for review.

Why it works: Improves reliability and production resilience.

33. Role-Based Feature Gating

Gate features by role or subscription plan.

Enforce rules on backend, not just UI.

Why it works: Prevents unauthorized access.

34. API Key Management

Add API key generation and management for users.

Track usage and allow revocation.

Why it works: Supports developer APIs and controlled access.

35. Team Collaboration

Add team collaboration features:

- Invitations

- Role assignment

- Shared resources

Why it works: Enables multi-user collaboration safely.

8️. Scaling & Handoff Prompts

36. GitHub Sync

Sync project to GitHub and structure the repository for team development.

Why it works: Supports collaborative engineering workflows.

37. Developer Handoff

Prepare codebase for handoff to engineers.

Add documentation, comments, and usage instructions.

Why it works: Reduces onboarding friction for engineering teams.

38. Environment Separation

Set up dev and production environments with separate configs.

Why it works: Prevents accidental production errors.

39. Secrets Management

Configure secure secrets and API key handling.

Why it works: Ensures security compliance.

40. Monitoring & Logging

Add basic monitoring and system logs for production.

Why it works: Provides operational visibility and alerts.

9️. Iteration & Growth Prompts

41. Add Analytics

Add analytics to track:

- User activity

- Feature usage

- Conversion events

Why it works: Measures engagement and informs growth decisions.

42. Feedback Collection

Add in-app feedback collection and storage.

Why it works: Captures user insights directly in the app.

43. Onboarding Flow

Add user onboarding with guided setup and tooltips.

Why it works: Improves adoption and retention.

44. Feature Flags

Add feature flags to safely roll out new functionality.

Why it works: Enables incremental and controlled deployments.

45. Usage-Based Pricing

Implement usage-based pricing and metering.

Why it works: Monetizes based on real consumption.

Final Production Prompts

46. Security Review

Run a security-focused review of auth, APIs, and data handling.

Why it works: Ensures your app meets production security standards.

47. Performance Optimization

Optimize slow queries, API calls, and frontend performance.

Why it works: Improves scalability and user experience.

48. UX Polish

Polish UI/UX for production quality.

Why it works: Enhances usability and retention.

49. Production Launch Checklist

Generate a checklist for production launch readiness including:

- Auth

- Payments

- Testing

- Monitoring

- Rollback plans

Why it works: Prevents oversights before going live.

50. Post-Launch Monitoring

Set up monitoring and issue tracking for post-launch.

- Capture errors

- Track metrics

- Alert on anomalies

Why it works: Maintains system reliability and quickly addresses issues.

Why These Prompts Work With Emergent

Multi-agent parallel building
Requirements-driven generation
Auth, Stripe, database handled natively
Built-in testing + deployment
Iterative changes without full rebuilds

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