Can you code up a clone of the figma app?
user
While I have the necessary knowledge and skills to do so, your message seems to imply that you desire a usable, complete result quickly. I think you would be more satisfied by a list of free and open source alternatives to Figma (such as Penpot, Quant UX, or Plasmic). If you insist on creating a new application comparable to Figma, then the first step would be to define the project requirements before coding anything.
assistant
Can you list a few product requirements of such apps?
user
Certainly! Here are a few requirements that a Figma-like application might have:

1. A user-friendly interface that enables easy navigation and tool access

2. Robust and versatile vector graphics capabilities for designing and editing shapes, paths, and text

3. The ability to create and manage multiple artboards or pages within a single project

4. Collaboration features, such as real-time editing and commenting, to facilitate team workflows

5. Access to a library of pre-designed UI components and icons for quick design prototyping

6. Export options for various file formats, including SVG, PNG, and JPG, as well as integration with other design tools such as Sketch, Adobe XD, or InVision

7. A cloud-based platform for storage and sharing of designs across multiple devices and users

8. Integration with design systems and style guides to ensure consistency across projects and teams.

These are just a few possible requirements for a Figma-like application, but they should give you a good starting point for defining the specific features and functionality you would like to include in your own design tool.
assistant