Low Down on Low-Code Gonçalo Borrêga of OutSystems: AI Meets Low-Code in Mission Critical Apps
Dec 22, 2025
30:14
In this episode of Low Down on Low-Code, hosts Rob Koplowitz and John Rymer welcome Gonçalo Borrêga from OutSystems to discuss the intersection of AI and low-code development. They explore Gonçalo's journey to OutSystems, the challenges enterprises face in leveraging AI, and the evolving role of low-code platforms in software development. The conversation highlights the importance of data management, accountability in AI decision-making, and the potential for AI to enhance business user involvement in application development. The episode concludes with insights into innovative uses of AI in the industry.
Takeaways
- Gonçalo Borrêga emphasizes the importance of vision and pragmatism in technology.
- Enterprises struggle with AI due to tool sprawl and lack of accountability.
- AI's non-deterministic nature raises security concerns for enterprises.
- Low-code development is not dead; it evolves with new technologies.
- AI can enhance the involvement of business users in software development.
- Managing data context is critical for effective AI implementation.
- Innovative uses of AI can transform legacy systems and processes.
- Low-code platforms can leverage AI for better code generation.
- The future of software development will require a blend of low-code and traditional coding.
- AI can facilitate knowledge transfer between business and IT users.