
This Week in NoCode + AI
Dive into the no-code universe with hosts JJ Englert and David Pal! From the latest news and tool updates to interviews with industry experts and tool founders, we've got you covered. Whether you're new to no-code or a seasoned enthusiast, join us for insights, discussions, and a peek into the future of development without code. Be part of the no-code wave with "This Week in No Code"! 🚀🔧
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Nov 3, 2024 • 53min
This New Platform is Competing with Flutterflow - Are They Crazy?
Welcome to 'This Week in NoCode' hosted by JJ Englert and David Pal. In this Halloween-themed episode, delve into the innovative world of bilateral coding with Anas, CEO and Co-Founder of Nowa. Discover how Nowa is revolutionizing app development by allowing seamless integration of visual building and traditional coding. Anas shares insights on the company's journey, their unique approach to maintaining code quality, and the future of no-code and code integration. Tune in to learn about the pros and cons of current no-code tools, user experiences from events like the NoCode Summit in Paris, and the promising features of Nowa's upcoming version 2. Don't miss this in-depth discussion on the evolving landscape of app development and how you can leverage Nowa's for efficient, scalable, and professional app creation.
00:00 Introduction to Digital Security
00:55 Halloween Special: Hosts' Banter
02:06 No Code Summit Recap
06:12 Interview with a No-Code Innovator
08:49 Deep Dive into Noah's Features
17:01 The Journey of Building Noah
25:16 Understanding Basic Logic for Non-Developers
26:28 API Integration and Backend Options
27:55 Deployment Across Platforms
28:24 Building for Desktop
29:50 Starting Projects and Templates
31:21 Team Size and Funding
32:16 Technical Insights and Market Position
40:43 User Feedback and Product Improvement
45:09 Future Plans and Market Potential
48:29 Conclusion and Contact Information
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Oct 26, 2024 • 1h 6min
What's the Real Reason Behind TaskMagic's Success with CEO Jeremy Redman
Welcome to 'This Week in NoCode' hosted by JJ Englert and David Pal. In this episode, explore the dynamic world of no-code and AI with a special focus on TaskMagic. The hosts interview Jeremy Redman, CEO of TaskMagic, discussing its rise as a potent automation tool poised to challenge competitors like Zapier. Dive into insightful conversations about building a community, innovative customer acquisition strategies, and achieving sustainable growth. Learn about Jeremy's entrepreneurial journey, the challenges and triumphs of no-code tools, and the future of automation. Get practical tips on leveraging AI for business efficiency and understand the evolving landscape of no-code technology. Tune in for an enriching discussion filled with industry insights, real-life anecdotes, and future predictions in no-code and AI.00:00 Introduction to NoCode Alliance01:07 Welcome to This Week in NoCode01:41 Interview with Jeremy Redman Begins02:48 The Power of Engaging Content04:38 Building a Community and Business08:17 Challenges and Successes in NoCode09:43 TaskMagic: The Browser Automation Tool24:19 Innovative Use Cases for TaskMagic33:12 Building the First Product34:19 Transition to Task Magic35:02 Acquisition Strategy39:36 The Big Idea: Local Compute Power44:08 Future of No-Code Industry47:50 Entrepreneurship and Business Models57:10 Final Thoughts and ReflectionsTaskmagic: https://www.taskmagic.com/Follow Jeremy: https://twitter.com/thejeremyredmanHire NoCode + AI Talent with https://nocodealliance.org

Oct 13, 2024 • 48min
Bubble Native Mobile Review, and industry expectations from BubbleCon 2024 EP #45
Join hosts JJ Englert and David Pal on 'This Week in NoCode + AI' as they delve into the bustling realm of BubbleCon and upcoming industry conferences. Anticipations for Paris' No Code Summit are high with event demos and swag giveaways promised. The episode discusses OpenAI's strategic pivots, fluctuating company valuations, and technological advancements, highlighting the ongoing AI race and infrastructure challenges faced by key players. The hosts explore strategies for content relevance in AI-assisted search ecosystems and the significant Google ad integrations in AI-powered search results. Excitingly, JJ unveils a new SaaS project aimed at simplifying backlink acquisition for indie makers. Insights from BubbleCon unfold as they discuss Bubble's focus shifts, enterprise approach challenges, pricing concerns, and the integration of native mobile capabilities. Wrapping up, they celebrate Bubble's first acquisition of Flusk, poised to enhance security offerings. Stay tuned for comprehensive anecdotes, industry trends, and projections in the ever-evolving no-code landscape.
00:00 Introduction and Upcoming Events
00:40 Exciting No Code and AI Developments
02:30 OpenAI Dev Day Highlights
08:41 Google's AI-Powered Search and Ad Integration
14:32 Building a New SaaS: Tradebacklinks
19:43 BubbleCon Recap and Insights
24:38 Bubble's Focus on MVP Builders
25:38 Challenges for Enterprise Users
26:25 Feedback from Bubble Users
27:00 Enterprise Frustrations and Market Position
28:38 Agency Experiences and Market Insights
36:09 FlutterFlow's Enterprise Success
38:05 Native Mobile App Development
44:28 Bubble's First Acquisition
46:45 Concluding Thoughts and Future Predictions

Sep 22, 2024 • 40min
This new AI Tool is magic 🪄 NoCode News & AI Innovation | EP 44
Welcome to 'This Week in NoCode + AI' hosted by JJ Englert and David Pal. This episode dives into the latest Flutterflow Developer Conference, unveiling significant stats and new features such as mobile apps reaching 50 million downloads. The hosts also discuss the advancements in AI, particularly with Runway's powerful new video API, and Microsoft's latest CoPilot features. Additionally, they talk about transformative AI tools like Outtergrid.ao and share insights on the no-code ecosystem. Don't miss this episode for the latest updates, expert insights, and exciting new tools in the no-code and AI world!
00:00 Introduction to No Code Alliance
01:04 Welcome to This Week in No Code
01:37 Runway's Impressive AI Video Capabilities
05:22 The Rise of Data Scraping in AI
07:58 Microsoft's CoPilot Wave 2 Features
12:04 Bubble's State of No Code Development Report
19:35 Flutterflow Developer Conference Highlights
22:32 Flutter Flow Conference Highlights
23:10 Major Clients and Success Stories
23:29 BubbleCon Expectations and Announcements
24:45 Challenges and Improvements in Bubble
26:36 Exploring New Tools: Autogrid
32:21 AI in Sales and Research
39:06 Concluding Thoughts and Future Plans
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Sep 15, 2024 • 50min
The Rise and Fall of Adalo: A No-Code Journey with Former CEO Jeremy
Welcome to 'This Week in NoCode + AI,' hosted by JJ Englert and David Pal. In this episode, JJ and David begin by spotlighting Studio NoCode for its exceptional software development services. They quickly jump into talking about big news in the AI world, mentioning how one of OpenAI's cofounders raised a billion dollars for a new AI venture. Other news includes updates from Apple's keynote and a new fan experience platform by NFL player Austin Eckler. The highlight of the episode is an in-depth interview with Jeremy, the former CEO and founder of Adalo. Jeremy shares his journey of developing Adalo, the internal challenges, his eventual ousting, and the company's current status. Jeremy also nostalgically reflects on his encounters with other pioneers in the no-code space, and JJ and David discuss the complexities of working with co-founders. Listen in for a rollercoaster ride through the highs and lows of building a no-code company.
00:00 Introduction to Studio NoCode
01:27 Weekly No Code Plus AI Overview
01:58 Latest News in AI and Tech
04:51 Interview with Jeremy, Founder of Adalo
05:08 Early Days of Adalo
07:41 Challenges and Early Successes
15:14 Meeting Co-Founders and Initial Growth
22:20 Navigating the No Code Market
24:52 The Unresolved Layout Engine
25:24 Component Marketplace Challenges
26:50 App Store Publishing Journey
27:49 Mid-2020: Growth and Tech Debt
28:01 The Firing Incident
31:37 Post-Firing Reflections
34:56 The Acquisition Offer
43:11 Final Thoughts and Future Prospects
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Sep 8, 2024 • 58min
The Power of Simplicity in Product Design: CEO interview, New Job Boards, and AI Innovations #42
Welcome to 'This Week in NoCode + AI' hosted by JJ Englert and David Pal. This episode covers the latest updates from NoCodeAlliance.org, including new course offerings, job postings, and a recently launched job board. The hosts discuss David's adventures in Mexico City, insights on Altera's Project Cid, NVIDIA's DOJ issues, and the growth of Playground AI. Also, JJ announces his newsletter acquisition. The featured interview is with Campbell, the CEO of Mantra, where they talk about building video creation tools with AI, the role of no-code in startups, and tips for raising venture capital. Tune in for expert insights, news updates, and more!
00:00 Introduction to No Code Alliance
01:04 This Week in No Code + AI
01:50 Exploring Mexico City Adventures
03:11 AI and Virtual Civilizations
04:03 NVIDIA's Antitrust Investigation
06:23 Playground AI and Image Generation
09:27 Upcoming Events and Acquisitions
16:05 Prototyping and Building with No Code
17:35 Interview with Mantra's CEO
30:35 Navigating the Bubble World
31:04 Introduction to Granola: The AI Note Taker
32:05 The Power of Simplicity in Product Design
33:49 Challenges and Feedback in Product Development
37:10 The Vision for Mantra
44:07 Raising Funds and Building Prototypes
48:29 The Role of No-Code in the VC Community
56:49 Final Thoughts and Contact Information

Sep 1, 2024 • 52min
Running a Marketing Agency with NoCode + AI | Google's Monopoly and More | #41
Welcome to 'This Week in NoCode + AI' with your hosts, JJ Englert and David Pal. Discover the latest developments in the world of no-code and AI. In this episode, we talk about Google's recent antitrust ruling, the rise of Flux in AI image generation, and the innovative new IDE, Cursor. We also dive deep into the future landscape of no-code platforms and traditional coding. An in-depth interview with Dean Shapero, CEO of Flytech, explores how no-code has empowered his legal tech marketing agency. Tune in for expert insights, tech news, and more!
00:00 Introduction to Studio NoCode
01:16 Welcome to This Week in NoCode Plus AI
01:50 Google's Monopoly and Antitrust Issues
05:45 Flux: The New King of AI Image Generation
07:50 Cursor: The Future of AI-Powered Coding
18:33 NoCode Alliance Updates and New Initiatives
22:39 Interview with Dean Shapiro, CEO of Flytech
27:33 The Bubble Ecosystem Journey
28:33 Challenges and Adaptations
30:22 Building and Scaling with Bubble
32:23 Transitioning from Builder to CEO
34:29 The Role of No-Code in Business
40:19 AI and Automation in Business
47:59 Concluding Thoughts and Contact Information
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Jul 27, 2024 • 30min
NoCodeOps Acquisition by Zapier: Exclusive Interview with Philip Lakin | EP #38
Philip Lakin, CEO of NoCodeOps, shares his firsthand experience of the company's acquisition by Zapier. He delves into the journey of transitioning teams and the significant role of community in their success. Lakin provides valuable insights on fundraising, emphasizing the importance of relationships and transparency. He discusses the rise of no-code tools and the transformative impact of AI and automation on business operations. This engaging conversation highlights the emotional aspects of entrepreneurship and the evolving landscape of no-code solutions.

Jul 27, 2024 • 42min
Major NoCode Platform Goes Open Source 🤯 & CEO Shares why | EP #39
In this engaging discussion, Andreas, the CEO of Toddle, unveils the compelling reasons behind the company's groundbreaking decision to go open source. He dives into how this shift will reshape their business model and foster innovation amidst fierce competition. The conversation also touches on the significance of community engagement and funding strategies that support their vision. Additionally, listeners gain insights into the challenges and future goals facing no-code tools in a rapidly evolving tech landscape.

Jul 13, 2024 • 47min
AI's Impact on Creativity and Tech with Ani Pandit | EP #37
Welcome to 'This Week in NoCode + AI' with your hosts, JJ Englert and David Pal. We discuss the exciting raise of SynthFlow's $7.4M seed round for a no-code AI voice assistant aimed at small businesses. Explore the latest news from Anthropic's launch of Claude 3.5 and the predictions for the no-code AI platform market. Our special guest is Ani—a creative consultant and business coach—who shares insights on helping creators and founders navigate their complex journeys. Dive deep into how AI is changing the landscape for creators and what the future holds for technology and creativity. Tune in for an engaging interview, fresh news, and thoughtful discussions.
00:00 Introduction to Studio NoCode
01:16 Welcome to This Week in NoCode + AI
01:55 NoCode AI News of the Week
07:45 Interview with Ani: Creative Consultant and Business Coach
07:49 Sponsor Break: NoCode Alliance
08:30 Ani's Journey: From India to Hollywood
09:17 Ani's Diverse Career Path
18:03 Supporting Creators: Ani's Consulting Firm
23:34 Creator vs. Business Person: Key Differences
25:07 Challenges for Artists in the Business World
26:44 The Impact of AI on Art and Creativity
30:53 Universal Basic Income and the Future of Work
34:37 AI in Podcasting: New Opportunities
42:51 The Role of Customers in Shaping AI
45:35 Final Thoughts and Farewell
Ani's Resources
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aniruddh-pandit-aa5b70132/
Website: https://www.microbudgetexec.com/
Show Resources:
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