Breaking Down My Entire Prompt Process For AI Generated Directories

Description:
I’m continuing my $100 challenge to build profitable sites with minimal overhead. In this episode, I focus on creating a sustainability-focused tech directory for Ireland—combining DataForSEO for live business data, MongoDB for caching, and AI-driven coding solutions like Bolt.DIY. Although we hit a few hurdles in prompt crafting and API integration, you’ll see the step-by-step thought process for setting up the next big local directory.

Chapters
00:00 – 02:16 | Re-Evaluating the Directory Approach
- Why I’m doubling down on a new “eco tech” directory for Ireland
- Lessons learned from past directory projects (e.g., Find a Tradesperson Ireland)

02:17 – 05:59 | Choosing a Specific Niche & Brainstorming
- Narrowing the scope to solar panels, AI, high-tech home services
- Checking Search Console data & initial keyword research

06:00 – 10:13 | Planning the Website Structure
- Outlining homepage, index pages, and sub-index pages
- Deciding on minimal but detailed listings to keep API costs down

10:14 – 14:02 | Why DataForSEO Over Google Places
- Cost analysis: Google vs. DataForSEO
- Benefits of flexible caching policies

14:03 – 20:31 | Setting Up MongoDB for Caching
- Creating a free cluster
- Connecting via MongoDB Compass to store business data

20:32 – 27:03 | Calculating API Usage & Costs
- Total pages vs. 5 businesses per page
- Ensuring sustainable monthly overhead under $300

27:04 – 33:40 | Finalizing the Prompt & Documentation
- Breaking down the multi-step instructions to include image usage, location data, schema markup, etc.
- Handling Next.js version specifics and referencing the API’s JSON structure

33:41 – 40:33 | Sourcing Keyword Ideas & Niche Categories
- Using Perplexity and Claude (Sonet) for top “eco-tech” subtopics
- Refining CSV columns for 40 specialized niches

40:34 – 54:56 | Attempting the Build & Next Steps
- Testing prompt in Bolt.DIY with DeepSeek Chat
- Overcoming length limits and possible model updates
- Plans to revisit the code and finalize integration

Suggested Hashtags
#LocalDirectory
#EcoTech
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#BoltDIY
#DataForSEO
#MongoDB
#MakeMoneyOnline
#WebDevelopment
#Sustainability
#BudgetProjects
#programmaticseo
#directorywebsite
#aicodedwebsite

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