Adlume

Revolutionizing AI-generated advertising

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Inspiration

As a solo builder, I’ve always been fascinated by how brands create ads that grab attention in seconds. But when I tried to create one myself, I realized how painful the process is. You either spend hours learning design tools or pay freelancers/agencies for content that may or may not perform.

That made me think, what if creating high-quality, scroll-stopping ad creatives could be as easy as typing a prompt?

That's where Adlume started. I wanted to build something that lets anyone, no matter their skill level, create stunning images and video ads in just a few clicks, powered by the latest AI models.

Promo Code - BOLTJUDGES100

Use this promo code to receive 100 credits for testing the product.

What it does

Adlume is a SaaS platform where users can:

  • Generate high-resolution image ads just by describing their product
  • Create short video ads with visuals, captions, background music, and voiceovers, automatically
  • Use a credit system to manage usage fairly and efficiently
  • Browse, download, and manage all their generated creatives from a personal dashboard

It’s designed to be fast, simple, and powerful—whether you're a startup founder, indie maker, or small business owner.

How I built it

This project was built solo during the hackathon.

  • Frontend: Next.js 14 (App Router), styled using TailwindCSS + Shadcn UI
  • Backend: Prisma with PostgreSQL for user and credit management
  • Authentication: Clerk
  • Image Generation: OpenAI's new GPT-based image model
  • Video Generation: Pixelverse v4 model + dynamic captioning
  • Voiceovers: ElevenLabs integration
  • Background Music: Auto-included for video ads
  • Payments: LemonSqueezy credit system integration

Challenges I ran into

  • Handling delays and async rendering without breaking UX flow
  • Ensuring real-time credit deductions worked reliably
  • Working with newer AI APIs that lacked extensive documentation

Accomplishments that I'm proud of

  • Shipped a working SaaS product with end-to-end functionality - solo
  • Integrated multiple AI systems into one smooth workflow
  • Built something that feels like a real tool, not a demo
  • Delivered a clean user experience with real-world usability
  • Handled everything from design to deployment without templates

What I learned

  • How to orchestrate multiple AI services into a cohesive product
  • Real-world SaaS building with authentication, credits, and billing
  • Handling media (video, voice, image) efficiently and in sync
  • Why good UX matters just as much as the tech under the hood

What's next for Adlume

  • Support for model-based mockups (e.g., products held by models)
  • Add platform-specific templates for TikTok, Instagram, etc.
  • Custom branding options like logos, color palettes, and overlays
  • Video editor improvements (text animation, voiceover control)
  • Launch a public ad showcase/gallery
  • Introduce team collaboration tools for shared workspaces

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