Low-code development is an alternative method of software development that can be used to build easy-to-manage solutions that are faster and more affordable to build than more traditional high-code software development builds. You can build logic similar to what you can achieve by writing lines of high-code but without needing deep understanding of the syntax of traditional programming languages.
Platform choice
Instead of writing lines of code, like in traditional high-code, low-code applications are developed and deployed through using platforms like Bubble, Adalo or Webflow. These platforms simplify the process of building software into visual representations of workflows and data management. Whichever platform was used to build the low-code application is now where the tool must permanently live. You cannot export the implementation to another platform or a self-hosted solution.
Low-Code implementation
Procedural business can be developed and updated in Low-Code much quicker than in high-code. Many low-code applications including more advanced business logic are regularly just built by one developer. Extensive plug-in markets on each platform allow go to market additions like text notifications and payment processing. Quality can be a challenge as most low-code platforms don't yet offer any rigorous testing mechanisms. Future Wonder recommends adding an external automated test framework like testup.io or Lambdatest if there is more than one developer on the project.
Maintenance
Because of the visually representative nature of low-code, the learning curve of understanding how the app was built and can be maintained is significantly simpler compared to high-code, meaning that clients who aren’t very tech-savvy can often get the hang of how to update and change things in their low-code tools. More in part 2, where we discuss low-code limitations and how AI helps turn concepts into prototypes. Want to discuss your project with us? Visit our contact page here