Mike Hichwa: 30 years of Oracle low-code and counting

In this episode of Low Down on Low-Code, hosts John Rymer and Rick Greenwald engage with Mike Hichwa, a veteran in the low-code space, discussing the evolution of low-code development, the changing roles of developers, and the importance of citizen developers. They explore the core principles of low-code, the impact of AI, and the challenges of technical debt in application development. The conversation also touches on personal interests, showcasing the multifaceted nature of the guests.

Takeaways

• Mike Hichwa has been involved in low-code development since the early days of Oracle Forms.
• The transition from traditional coding to low-code has empowered citizen developers.
• Low-code is fundamentally about creating models that abstract complex coding tasks.
• AI is poised to significantly influence the adoption of low-code platforms.
• Technical debt is becoming a major concern for organizations in application development.
• Collaboration between citizen developers and IT professionals is essential for success.
• User experience experts play a critical role in application development.
• Low-code platforms can help reduce the complexity of application development.
• Understanding the model behind low-code solutions is crucial for effective use.
• Vibe coding can be a useful tool for prototyping but has limitations.