5 Tips for a successful low-code / no-code application development adoption

Introduction

Using a low-code or no-code platform for application development can be a highly effective way to build custom applications quickly and easily. They facilitate faster development and deployment at lower development costs than traditional development methods entail. Proponents of low-code / no-code development suggest that in the future the necessity to traditionally learn coding languages and frameworks could effectively become moot.

Low-code / no-code development along with technologies like AI & ML could engender an environment where human developers work alongside computer systems to build applications, instead of the traditional approach of human developers feeding commands to the system to build applications.

For now though, we are already seeing a slice of this utopian future, where developers are able to leverage low-code / no-code platforms to put together applications with the most complex functionalities and integrations, with virtually zero hassle.

However, to ensure success, it is important to keep a few key tips in mind:

Tips for a successful implementation

Following the below tips is necessary to ensure a smooth and successful application build using low-code / no-code platforms. Consider the below tips as a guideline for successful implementation.

• Start small: Begin by building a small, simple application to get a feel for the platform and how it works. Expand when you have the base application (or MVP) ready.

• Use pre-built components: Take advantage of the pre-built components available in your platform to speed up development time and reduce costs.

• Test thoroughly: Make sure to test your application thoroughly to ensure that it is working as intended before deploying it to users.

• Get feedback: Listen to user feedback and make updates and improvements based on their needs and suggestions.

• Stay up-to-date: Keep up-to-date with the latest features and updates in your platform to ensure that you are taking advantage of all the benefits it offers.

Conclusion

Low-code / no-code platforms offer a range of benefits during application development, but leveraging it the right way is key to a successful application build. Follow the above tips to seamlessly build out robust applications at half the time and cost it takes to build (code) applications the traditional way. If you would like some more expert advice on how to leverage low-code / no-code platforms for your application development efforts, read our detailed blog on the subject: Best low-code / no-code software to develop bespoke web and mobile applications.

W2S Solutions is a leading mobile app development company in Dubai, offering application development services, using both traditional and low-code / no-code tools, and can help you get your application up and running at low costs and fast go-to-market timelines.