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Sometimes we encounter demand for programming in no-code or low-code platforms. More and more often, however, people contact us with the fact that they have a project in a low-code platform, but it does not work as they would like. Who are low-code and no-code platforms suitable for?
There has been a lot of media coverage in recent years about how various tools that can replace programmers will soon be replacing programmers and thus significantly reduce the cost of developing applications and websites. We decided to test how this is actually the case by trying to integrate some such tools into our technology portfolio ourselves.
When is no-code appropriate?
No-code platforms are a great solution in a few specific cases:
There has been a lot of media coverage in recent years about how various tools that can replace programmers will soon be replacing programmers and thus significantly reduce the cost of developing applications and websites. We decided to test how this is actually the case by trying to integrate some such tools into our technology portfolio ourselves.
When is no-code appropriate?
No-code platforms are a great solution in a few specific cases:
- Quick idea materialization - Need to get an idea out of your head quickly? No-code allows you to make a presentation in a few hours, a simple demo that you can bounce off of next.
- Internal business utilities - For smaller internal utilities, such as database systems, simple workflow applications, no-code platforms are ideal. They allow companies to digitize processes without having to employ developers.
- Web presentations - For creating blogs or smaller sites where there is no need to sell or present, more like having an informative page on the internet.
- Automation and integration - No-code tools allow you to connect different applications and automate processes without complex programming.
When is no-code not worth it?
Despite its advantages, no-code has significant limitations that are important to know:
- Scalability and performance limitations - If you expect a large number of users or complex background operations, a no-code solution may be too slow and inefficient.
- Complex logic and customization - Once your application requires specific business logic or advanced data structures, no-code tools often run into their limits. Trying to work around these limitations leads to complicated and difficult to maintain solutions.
- Security and control over data - No-code platforms typically run on third-party servers, which means limited control over security and data infrastructure. For applications with sensitive data, this can be a major issue.
- Long-term sustainability - Applications built on no-code tools are often dependent on a specific platform. If a provider stops supporting certain features or changes their pricing model, it may mean having to rewrite entire applications.
No-code development has its place, but it is not a one-size-fits-all solution for all types of applications. It is ideal for quick materialization of ideas, simple informative websites, but if you are planning a complex, scalable and sustainable application that your business should depend on, traditional development remains a better choice. The key to success is understanding the limitations of no-code platforms and making the right decisions about when to use them and when to avoid them instead.
Want to discuss this further and find out what development is right for you? Get in touch and let's discuss!
