The harsh truth about no-code...

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Here's our holiday treat for you today:

Pros and cons of no-code development. Telling the truth…

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Pros and cons of no-code development…

Startups with limited time and money can gain a lot from using no-code tools to build their software.

While no-code has plenty of advantages…

It's not the perfect solution for everything!

For many years, creating software used to involve a lot of hassle - finding and hiring developers, spending a lot of money, and waiting for a long time.

This was true whether you were a startup founder or a big company.

With modern no-code platforms, you can create an app much faster than traditional coding allows. Plus, even those without any coding knowledge can bring their app ideas to life.

Is no-code development the future of programming?

Are there disadvantages to this coding technology?

Keep reading and we’ll reveal if building with no-code is the ideal option for you or not!

The pros of No-code

Let’s start with the obvious…

Reduce development time

Building no-code apps is a matter of utilizing the drag-and-drop interface. Instead of writing complex code, founders and businesses can easily develop a working app. No-code platforms also automate testing, which reduces the app’s time-to-market.

Reduce cost

Software development used to be costly, even for building an MVP for validation. Using no-code platforms enables founders and businesses to slash their app development costs by as much as 75%. No need to hire skilled developers, which could burden a startup or business.

As flexible, extensible, and scalable as custom coding

No-code platforms allow you to create apps that are just as adaptable, expandable, and able to grow as those built with traditional coding. You can easily add new features or grow your app without starting from scratch.

Easy support and update

Updating and modifying your app is straightforward. Instead of sifting through lines of code, users can quickly adjust their apps using a visual interface, making it simpler to update and improve.

The cons of No-code

The biggest one of them all…

‍Platform Limitations

No-code platforms have their limits; users can only use the features available on them.

For example, it’s difficult to make custom searches through the database on Glide. With that said, no-code platforms are continuously improving and adding new functionalities.

Low-level features not supported

No-code tools might not be great for complicated tasks like detailed analytics or tracking users closely. They are getting better, but they still might not do everything specialized coding does. It's important to check if the no-code option can really do what you need for your project.

Platform dependent

Building an app on no-code platforms makes a startup or an enterprise dependent on a 3rd party technology provider.

Which is never good.

Factors like price, service quality, and security are beyond the control of the founders or owners.

No-code providers could change pricing or terms and founders have no choice but to comply.

In summary:

No-code development offers a fast, cost-effective way for startups and businesses to create apps, reducing the need for skilled developers and allowing for easy updates.

However, it comes with limitations in terms of platform dependency and inability to perform some complex tasks.

It's a significant innovation in software development, ideal for certain projects but not a one-size-fits-all solution.

You need to carefully think about what you need and see if no-code tools can meet those needs.

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