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Date Published
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Alex Wang, Natalie Degraffinried
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2430
Language
English
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1

Summary

No-code platforms provide an alternative solution to traditional coding, allowing individuals with limited programming knowledge to build powerful software solutions. The no-code movement has democratized software development, enabling anyone with an idea and access to a no-code app builder to bring their vision to life without hiring a team of developers. No-code tools have evolved from visual programming and WYSIWYG editors to low-code solutions, which offer more visual, modular components for developers. The benefits of no-code include faster development times, cost savings, increased collaboration between teams, and higher efficiency for engineers. Despite common misconceptions that no-code eliminates the need for programming or is limited, no-code tools are expanding the limits of citizen development, giving people without specific technical knowledge to create apps, and making life easier for both non-technical and technical individuals alike.