Building a survey application from scratch might sound daunting, but with SurveyJS and Vue 2, it’s as easy as pie! This blog will guide you through setting up a quick start template for creating, managing, and visualizing surveys effortlessly.

What is SurveyJS?

SurveyJS is a collection of powerful JavaScript components that allow users to build surveys, store them, and visualize results flexibly. It includes various features like a Form Library, Survey Creator, PDF Generator, and Dashboard that cater to all your survey needs.

Getting Started with the Template

This quick start template leverages the capabilities of Vue 2 along with several SurveyJS components. Follow these steps to set up your application:

Step 1: Running the Application

• Clone the repository: git clone https://github.com/surveyjs/surveyjs_vue_quickstart.git
• Navigate to the project directory: cd surveyjs_vue_quickstart
• Install dependencies: npm install
• Run the application: npm run serve
• Open your web browser and go to http://localhost:8080.

Exploring the Template Structure

This template covers a variety of basic use cases. Below are key examples you can find in the project:

• Create a Standalone Survey:
  • src/data/survey_json.js
  • src/views/Survey.vue
• Add Survey Creator to a Page:
  • src/components/SurveyCreator.vue
  • src/views/Creator.vue
• Export a Survey to a PDF Document:
  • src/views/ExportToPDF.vue
• Visualize Survey Results:
  • As Charts:
    • src/data/analytics_data.js
    • src/views/Analytics.vue
  • As a Table (Modern Browsers):
    • src/data/analytics_data.js
    • src/views/AnalyticsTabulator.vue
  • As a Table (Old Browsers):
    • src/data/analytics_data.js
    • src/views/AnalyticsDatatables.vue
• Create a Custom Question Type:
  • src/components/customwidget.js
• Register Third-Party Components:
  • src/components/SurveyCreator.vue

Understanding the Code Structure: An Analogy

Think of your survey application as a restaurant. The main building (template structure) is where all the operations happen, and different sections represent different functionalities:

• The Menu (src/data/survey_json.js): This is the predefined list of available survey questions—like a menu full of meal options for diners.
• The Kitchen (src/components): Here’s where chefs (components) work their magic to prepare the dishes (surveys) based on customer orders.
• The Dining Area (src/views): This is where customers (users) interact with the surveys (meals) that the kitchen has prepared.
• Payments and Receipts (PDF Generation): Once diners finish their meal, they receive a receipt (PDF document) summarizing their order—just like how surveys can be exported to PDF.
• The Analytics Dashboard: After the restaurant closes, management reviews the data (survey results) to improve services—similar to visualizing survey responses in analytics.

Troubleshooting

If you encounter any issues while setting up or running the application, here are some troubleshooting ideas:

• Ensure you have Node.js installed on your system.
• Check if the repository was cloned correctly without errors.
• Verify that you are in the right project directory when running commands.
• If the server fails to start, try updating your npm packages using npm update.
• For any unresolved issues, consider connecting with others on platforms like Stack Overflow or forums related to Vue and SurveyJS.
• For more insights, updates, or to collaborate on AI development projects, stay connected with fxis.ai.

Conclusion

At fxis.ai, we believe that such advancements are crucial for the future of AI, as they enable more comprehensive and effective solutions. Our team is continually exploring new methodologies to push the envelope in artificial intelligence, ensuring that our clients benefit from the latest technological innovations.

Now you have the tools to create your own survey application using SurveyJS and Vue 2. Happy surveying!