No-Code
Platforms that allow building applications and automations without writing code, using visual interfaces and pre-built components.
In-Depth Explanation
No-code platforms enable users to build applications, workflows, and automations through visual interfaces without writing traditional code. They democratise software development for non-technical users.
No-code characteristics:
- Visual builders: Drag-and-drop interfaces
- Pre-built components: Ready-to-use elements
- Templates: Starting points for common use cases
- Integrations: Connections to popular services
- Hosting included: No infrastructure management
No-code categories:
- Automation: Zapier, Make, Power Automate
- Websites: Webflow, Squarespace, Wix
- Apps: Bubble, Adalo, Glide
- Databases: Airtable, Notion databases
- AI: ChatGPT custom GPTs, Claude Projects
No-code limitations:
- Customisation boundaries
- Performance at scale
- Complex logic gets unwieldy
- Vendor lock-in
- May still need code for edge cases
Business Context
No-code enables rapid prototyping and citizen development. 70% of new applications will use no-code/low-code by 2025 according to Gartner.
How Clever Ops Uses This
We help Australian businesses leverage no-code platforms for rapid automation while knowing when to move to code-based solutions for complex requirements.
Example Use Case
"Marketing team builds lead capture workflow using Zapier: form submission → CRM update → Slack notification → email sequence trigger - no developer needed."