Building a Smart Packing List Generator with Framer & AI

Smart Packing List Generator — A Micro-Tool with Macro Impact

In our journey to elevate the travel planning experience for our client, we recently built and integrated a Smart Packing List Generator directly into their prototype website using Framer.

The Idea: Smart, Tailored Packing in Seconds

Packing for a trip often feels overwhelming. So we asked:
What if a simple dropdown could generate a smart, personalized packing list for Japan — based on where you’re going, when you’re going, and how you travel?

That’s where the Packing List Generator was born. Travelers can now select a City, Month, and Travel Style, and get instant, tailored recommendations based on Japan’s weather, local context, and travel intent — all via a beautifully responsive Framer component.

Tech Behind: AI + Framer

The real challenge was integrating external logic into Framer — until we discovered the Code Block Component from the Framer Library, which supports React, TypeScript, and more. To bring this idea to life:

• We used ChatGPT to help write and refine the core logic of the Smart Packing List API.

• We embedded the functionality into Framer using the Code Block Component.

• We styled and animated the tool to stay true to our minimal, modern design philosophy.

This wasn’t just a visual prototype — the component is fully functional and already live on the prototype website. We've also shared it via email with stakeholders for early feedback.

A Simple UI, A Thoughtful UX

The UX goal was clear: Keep it simple. Make it smart.

• Just three dropdowns (City, Month, Travel Style)

• Instant feedback with context-aware suggestions

• A downloadable PDF format for travelers to use on the go

This isn’t just about showing what to pack — it’s about reducing cognitive load and saving time with intelligent defaults.

What We Learned

This experiment lays the groundwork for more intelligent micro-tools — from Smart FAQs to dynamic content blocks, and more AI-assisted components.

We’re excited to continue exploring how tiny utilities can add major value to digital experiences.

- Aman Ansari