Low-Code
Development platforms that minimise hand-coding through visual interfaces while still allowing code customisation when needed. Bridges no-code and traditional development.
In-Depth Explanation
Low-code platforms enable rapid application development with minimal hand-coding. They provide visual development with the option to add custom code for complex requirements.
Low-code characteristics:
- Visual development: Drag-and-drop primary interface
- Code extensibility: Add custom code when needed
- Pre-built components: Reusable elements and templates
- Integrations: Connectors to common systems
- Deployment automation: Built-in CI/CD
- Governance: Enterprise controls and security
Low-code platforms:
- Enterprise: OutSystems, Mendix, Salesforce Lightning
- Microsoft: Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate)
- Internal tools: Retool, Appsmith, Budibase
- Workflow: Camunda, ServiceNow
Low-code sweet spots:
- Internal business applications
- Process automation
- Rapid prototyping
- Mobile apps
- Customer portals
Business Context
Low-code accelerates development 10x compared to traditional coding for suitable applications. Gartner predicts 65% of app development will be low-code by 2024.
How Clever Ops Uses This
We leverage low-code platforms to deliver solutions faster for Australian businesses, using custom code only where it adds clear value.
Example Use Case
"Building a custom CRM extension in Power Apps with visual design for 80% of functionality, custom code for complex approval logic and external API integration."