This Week in Startups E1021: Bubble Co-CEO & Co-Founder Emmanuel Straschnov built a no-code platform to empower the next generation of programmers, shares insights on bootstrapping to over 300k users, developing skills while scaling & more
Jan 24, 2020
Emmanuel Straschnov, Co-CEO and Co-founder of Bubble, dives into the exciting realm of no-code platforms, sharing how Bubble empowers non-technical founders to bring their ideas to life. He discusses Bubble's unique approach, comparing its efficiency to coding schools and sharing impressive success stories from users. Emmanuel also reveals the significance of mental health for founders, the evolution of coding job demands, and the journey of scaling Bubble, including its strategic decision to wait seven years for funding. A must-listen for aspiring entrepreneurs!
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No-Code's Power
- No-code allows for granular customization, enabling complex functionalities like API connectivity and custom logic.
- This empowers users to create highly tailored applications without traditional coding.
Bubble's Origin Story
- Bubble's origin stems from Josh's experience with a domain expert whose product failed due to high development costs.
- This led to the idea of reducing tech costs, empowering domain experts to build sustainable businesses.
Dividend Finance Success
- Dividend Finance, a fintech company, used Bubble to process over a billion dollars in loans.
- This demonstrates Bubble's ability to support substantial business volume and complex financial transactions.