Ryan Badger, a former CTO and airline pilot, discovered Bubble while looking for a solution to deliver online experiences for his small startup. He was drawn to no-code platforms like Bubble because they offered a more affordable and efficient way to build custom software without the need for extensive coding knowledge. Ryan enjoys teaching Bootcamps and believes that no-code tools like Bubble empower entrepreneurs to create bespoke solutions that fit their audience, promoting personal empowerment in software development.