Ever wanted the **full power of Bolt.New** without the steep monthly costs? In this video, I show you how to combine **Bolt.DIY** with **DeepSeek Coder** to build applications for **pennies on the dollar**—often **under 1 cent** per project! You’ll see why models like **GPT-4 Mini** aren’t always “smart enough” for heavy coding tasks, while DeepSeek provides **Claude-like** intelligence at a fraction of the cost. If you’re aiming to churn out **high-volume AI projects** without breaking the bank, this is the setup you need.
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## **Chapters**
**00:00 – 01:05**
**Introduction: Why Bolt.DIY & DeepSeek**
- Overview of traditional paid platforms (Bolt.New, Lovable.dev)
- The need for a super-cheap, high-volume coding solution
**01:06 – 02:25**
**Cost Comparison & The Search for Cheaper Tokens**
- Anthropic vs. GPT-4 vs. GPT-4 Mini pricing
- Why GPT-4 Mini often fails on complex prompts
**02:26 – 04:05**
**Introducing DeepSeek Coder**
- Logging into platform.deepseek.com
- Real-world example of building an app for **\$0.01** in tokens
**04:06 – 05:30**
**How to Install & Set Up Bolt.DIY**
- Cloning the repo from GitHub
- Installing `pnpm` and dependencies
- Running `pnpm dev` to launch the local UI
**05:31 – 06:59**
**Connecting DeepSeek & Bolt.DIY**
- Generating a DeepSeek API key
- Selecting DeepSeek Coder in the Bolt.DIY settings
- Why this combo offers near Claude-level coding at a fraction of the cost
**07:00 – 08:29**
**Live Demo: Quick Example**
- Building a basic Space Invaders game
- Demonstrating how DeepSeek handles code generation and previews
**08:30 – 9:53**
**Wrap-Up & Key Takeaways**
- Why this setup is invaluable for scaling out **multiple AI projects**
- Current pricing vs. future changes (why to jump in quickly)
- Final thoughts and next steps for budget-conscious developers
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