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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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Mar 2, 2024 • 56min
The Future of Humanity & AI with Nikola Danaylov: A Deep Dive into Ethics, Culture, and Technology
In this episode of 'This Week in NoCode', hosts J.J. Englert and David Pal delve into a comprehensive discussion on the future of AI, humanity's ethical and cultural challenges, and the impact of technology on our society with guest Nikola, a futurist, strategic advisor, and host of the Singularity FM podcast. Nikola, also known as Socrates, explores the importance of understanding technology's pros and cons through storytelling, emphasizing the need to focus on human wisdom and ethics rather than solely on technological advancements. The conversation covers Nikola's journey into futurism, the definition and role of a futurist, the impact of culture and character on AI development, and the potential futures shaped by our actions today. Nikola argues that the biggest project of our civilization is humanity itself, and that investments in human intelligence and ethics are crucial for navigating the future responsibly.
00:30 Diving into the World of NoCode with Special Guest Nikola Danaylov
01:18 Nikola's Journey: From Technology Storyteller to Intellectual Midwife
02:51 Exploring the Essence of Futurism and Its Impact
04:46 The Birth of a Futurist: Nikola's Origin Story
07:33 Decoding the Terminator Scenario and the Evolution of AI Ethics
08:31 The Power of Why: Steering Technology Towards Meaningful Ends
13:56 Character, Culture, and the Future of AI
18:28 Making a Difference in the AI Landscape: Individual and Collective Actions
22:55 Navigating the Ethical Landscape of AI Development
28:36 Navigating the Complexities of Ethics in AI
29:18 The Challenge of Diversity and Ethics in AI Development
30:15 The Imperfect Nature of Democracy and Cultural Diversity
32:25 Balancing Ethical Considerations in AI Safety and Regulation
34:15 The Dilemma of Self-Regulation in the AI Industry
36:52 The Crucial Role of Human Wisdom and Ethics in Technology
43:12 Investing in Humanity: The Need for Arts and Ethics in Education
45:43 The Future of AGI and the Importance of Human Intelligence
52:24 The Ultimate Goal: Advancing Humanity, Not Just AI
53:54 Closing Thoughts: The Power of Individual and Collective Action
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Feb 24, 2024 • 60min
Power of No-Code: Bridging the Software Gap with Sahil Khosla
In this week's episode of 'This Week in No-Code', the hosts, JJ Englert and David Pal, are joined by the founder of NoCode University, Sahil Khosla. Sahil talks about his journey from a traditional software developer to embracing no-code tools. He shares his insights on notable no-code platforms such as AirTable, Bubble, and Software, along with the future of the no-code movement. The hosts also delve into the latest launch from Sora, an AI model that generates realistic video content, and Google's latest release, Gemini 1.5, reflecting on its potential impact on the no-code industry.
00:31 Welcome to This Week in No Code
02:01 No-Code News of the Week: AI Innovations
02:54 The Impact of AI on Filmmaking and Content Creation
04:41 The Future of AI in Various Industries
09:15 Interview with Sahil, Founder of NoCodeUniversity
09:30 Sahil's Journey into the No-Code Space
11:52 Exploring Various No-Code Tools
15:51 The Power and Limitations of No-Code Tools
22:15 The Importance of Fundamentals in No-Code Learning
25:58 The Role of Design in No-Code Development
27:41 The Journey of Learning No-Code
28:13 Introduction to No-Code University
29:29 The Challenges of Attracting Newcomers to No-Code
30:26 Understanding the No-Code Audience
33:31 The Gap in the No-Code Market
34:43 The Potential of No-Code for Software Engineers
39:34 The Future of No-Code and Its Adoption
48:23 The Role of Education in No-Code Adoption
53:44 Closing Thoughts on the No-Code Movement
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Feb 17, 2024 • 54min
Becoming a Professional NoCode Developer with Bek
In this episode of 'This Week in NoCode', hosts JJ Englert and David Pal chat with Beck, a professional no-code developer. Bek shares his journey from being an MBA student with a startup idea but no technical skills, to becoming a proficient Bubble developer through self-teaching. He discusses the differences and challenges between working as a solo Bubble developer and being part of a no-code team in a professional setting. The episode also includes discussions about the application of AI in content creation through a partnership between TikTok and Adobe, the raising of $47 million by Antithesis for automated software testing, and ethical concerns arising from AI-corrected live performances. Finally, Bekk shares his experience with managing two different product building projects in a single team to see which approach works best.
00:00 Introduction and Casual Banter
00:24 Welcome to This Week in No Code
02:09 News Segment: Zero Code Acquires Minimum Studio Plugins
05:15 Discussion on Apple Vision Pro and Future of AR
11:58 Reflecting on Studio NoCode's Journey
14:46 Challenges and Learnings from Running a NoCode Agency
23:21 The Challenges of Client Expectations
23:50 The Importance of Setting Expectations and Learning from Mistakes
24:25 The Struggles of Meeting Pixel-Perfect Standards
25:24 The Importance of Client Understanding and Compromise
25:57 The Value of Choosing the Right Clients
26:40 The Shift from Project Completion to Ongoing Support
28:33 The Challenges of Scaling and Hiring
30:29 The Dilemma of Agency Growth
35:56 The Risks and Rewards of Productized Services
44:08 The Importance of Enjoying Your Work and Choosing Your Path
46:42 The Potential of Diversifying Skill Sets and Platforms
47:21 Conclusion: Embrace Your Journey and the Opportunities Ahead

Feb 10, 2024 • 48min
No-Code Agency Dilemmas and Growth Discussion | This Week in No-Code
In this episode of 'This Week in No-Code,' hosts, JJ Englert and David Pal, unpack some key dilemmas and growth influence factors affecting their no-code agency. They highlight the importance of refining operational tactics, including pricing plans, managing objectives, and maintaining a balance in servicing the clients. They touch on the challenges associated with fixed-pricing models, client relationships, demand fluctuation, potential growth directions, and the importance of aligning the agency's evolution with personal goals. As they compare note on the realities of running a no-code agency, actionable insights around spec work, client selection and effective business models are discussed.
00:00 Introduction and Casual Banter
00:24 Welcome to This Week in No Code
02:09 News Segment: Zero Code Acquires Minimum Studio Plugins
05:15 Discussion on Apple Vision Pro and Future of AR
11:58 Reflecting on Studio NoCode's Journey
14:46 Challenges and Learnings from Running a NoCode Agency
23:21 The Challenges of Client Expectations
23:50 The Importance of Setting Expectations and Learning from Mistakes
24:25 The Struggles of Meeting Pixel-Perfect Standards
25:24 The Importance of Client Understanding and Compromise
25:57 The Value of Choosing the Right Clients
26:40 The Shift from Project Completion to Ongoing Support
28:33 The Challenges of Scaling and Hiring
30:29 The Dilemma of Agency Growth
35:56 The Risks and Rewards of Productized Services
44:08 The Importance of Enjoying Your Work and Choosing Your Path
46:42 The Potential of Diversifying Skill Sets and Platforms
47:21 Conclusion: Embrace Your Journey and the Opportunities Ahead

Feb 3, 2024 • 1h
From Idea to Reality: CEO Andres Reveals the NoCode Platform Toddle
In this episode of This Week in NoCode, hosts J.J. Englert and David Powell discuss the current state and future of the NoCode industry, alongside intriguing topics like AI integration into platforms like Notion and how no code is being recognized with Product Hunt's Golden Kitty Awards. There is also a fascinating conversation with Andres, the co-founder of Total, a front-end no-code platform about the challenges of code exportation in no-code platforms and how they plan to enhance their own user interface.00:00 Introduction and Welcome01:12 No Code News: Product Hunt Golden Kitty Awards01:52 Discussion on AI and No Code Tools04:10 Notion's Calendar: A Review06:24 American Dynamism 50 AI Edition Report11:27 The Future of Work: Microsoft's Report16:50 Interview with Co-founder of Tottle28:52 The Journey to No-Code Development29:35 Addressing the Critics of No-Code30:23 The Evolution of No-Code Tools32:36 The Challenges of Scaling with No-Code36:44 The Future of No-Code and Traditional Coding44:04 The Role of Open Source in No-Code45:50 Addressing the Fear of Platform Lock-In52:38 The Future of TOTL and No-Code Platforms57:21 Final Thoughts on the No-Code Industry

Jan 27, 2024 • 41min
From NoCode Learner To Successful Entrepreneur with FlutterFlow Expert Alim Charaniya
In this podcast, NoCode Entrepreneur Alim Charaniya shares his journey from launching 'Virally' to creating an educational platform for app ideas. The discussion covers the evolution of NoCode tools, the potential of FlutterFlow for mobile apps, and the value of hands-on coaching in education.

Jan 20, 2024 • 54min
Exploring the Future of No Code with Seth from NoCode MBA
In this episode of 'This Week in No Code', hosts JJ Englert and David Pal discuss exciting developments in the No Code world, including FlutterFlow's recent funding success, Microsoft's 'Copilot Pro' and the newly launched incubator called 80 90. They also interview Seth Kramer, the founder of NoCodeMBA, about his journey into no code, his insights on the no code industry, and his focus on providing education for a variety of no code tools. Seth shares about his experience with different no-code tools like Glide, Bubble, Webflow, Zapier, and AirTable, and details his vision for the growth of No Code MBA.
00:00 Introduction and Hosts' Greetings
00:46 News Discussion: Flutter Flow's Fundraising
01:03 News Discussion: Google's Investment in No-Code Platforms
03:10 News Discussion: Microsoft's Copilot Pro Release
03:47 News Discussion: Microsoft's AI Integration and Market Position
06:27 News Discussion: Chamath's New Incubator 80 90
09:20 News Discussion: Glide's New Pricing
18:46 Interview with Seth from NoCodeMBA
27:25 The Journey into No-Code Tools
27:56 Why No-Code? The Magic of the Industry
29:38 The Growth of No-Code Education
31:50 Target Audience for No-Code MBA
33:19 Marketing Strategies for No-Code MBA
35:13 Popularity of No-Code Tools
37:10 The Learning Curve of Bubble
46:10 The Future of No-Code
51:39 Final Thoughts and Contact Information

Jan 13, 2024 • 53min
NoCode Security, Monitoring, and Optimization with Flusk
JJ Englert and David Powell are back with another episode of 'This Week in NoCode'. They kick off by discussing news from Slator, an AI-powered search engine that recently raised $74 million at a $520 million valuation, and an issue involving Carta, a cap table management company, and Linear. They further discuss the importance of no-code and low-code tools for large enterprises and highlight how this streamlined approach can help businesses save significant money in the long run. This episode also features an interview with Victor, co-founder of Flusk, a bubble security monitoring tool. Victor talks about his journey with Bubble, the evolution of Flusk, and demos the platform's latest version, v2, which offers functions like advanced security, monitoring, error detection, automated deployments, and much more.
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00:00 Introduction and Overview
00:22 This Week in NoCode: News and Updates
01:07 Deep Dive into Perplexity: The AI-Powered Search Engine
05:11 Carta vs Linear: A Case of Misusing Sensitive Information
10:00 The Power of NoCode and LowCode in Business
16:02 Interview with Victor, Co-founder of Flusk
16:12 Victor's Journey into NoCode and the Birth of Flusk
22:01 The Evolution of Flusk: From Internal Tool to Product
27:51 The Future of Flusk: Staying Focused on Bubble
28:55 Introduction to Flask V2
29:00 Understanding Flask and its Features
29:33 The Shift to Monitoring and Optimization
29:57 The Impact of AI on App Development
30:07 The Importance of Security in App Development
30:22 Monitoring and Optimization Features of Flask
33:14 The Role of AI in Error Detection
35:00 Flask's New Features and Interface
37:47 The Importance of Security and Monitoring in App Development
45:55 Understanding Flask's Pricing and Bubble's Security
50:59 Closing Remarks and Future Prospects

Jan 6, 2024 • 1h 1min
How The Coda Guy Grew his Nocode Agency to $500k + year.
Join JJ Englert and David Pal for another episode of 'This Week in NoCode' where they discuss the latest trends in the NoCode industry including the rise of AI in news broadcasts, the 2023 NoCode report, and an innovative AI lawsuit by The New York Times against OpenAI. The hosts also delve into an exciting interview with Scott, the 'Coda guy', exploring his journey from a Special Ed teacher to the founder of a successful NoCode consultancy. Scott shares valuable insights into the practical uses of Coda, comparison between Coda, Airtable, and Notion, and his predictions for the NoCode space in 2024-2025.
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:32 Introduction and Overview
00:32 Discussing No-Code News of the Week
01:28 Exploring AI in News Reporting
01:31 No Code News: AI-Powered News Network
02:30 Discussion on AI Avatars in News Reporting
02:30 Debate on AI Avatars in News
05:47 The Future of AI in Broadcasting
06:02 Reviewing the 2023 No-Code Report
06:08 2023 No Code Report Insights
06:35 The Rise of AI Integration in No Code Platforms
08:29 Discussing the Cost of No-Code
10:14 The Role of AI in No-Code Platforms
13:26 New York Times vs OpenAI: A Legal Battle
13:30 The New York Times vs Open AI: A Groundbreaking Lawsuit
19:00 Exploring Design Design: A Figma to Bubble Tool
19:06 Design Design: Figma to Bubble
22:06 Interview with Scott from Coda
22:06 Interview with Scott from Coda
22:39 Scott's Journey from Teaching to Coda
26:40 Transitioning to Full-Time Coda Consulting
31:09 The Growth and Success of Scott's Coda Agency
31:39 The Role of Coda in Our Brand
31:41 Understanding Coda and Its Role in Our Business
31:47 Understanding Client Needs and Offering Solutions
32:11 How We Approach Client Problems and Solutions
33:33 Working with Well-Known Clients
33:33 Working with Well-Known Clients and Their Needs
33:40 The Importance of Customization in Business Software
33:40 The Nature of Work for Big Companies
34:21 The Importance of Customization in Business Solutions
35:24 The Role of Emojis in Company Culture
36:07 Our Contract Structures and Client Relationships
36:07 Structuring Contracts with Clients
37:34 The Challenges of Scaling with Coda
37:34 The Transition from Coda to Other Tools
42:36 Exploring Other Platforms: Notion and Airtable
42:37 The Comparison Between Coda and Notion
45:13 The Comparison Between Coda and Airtable
53:19 The Future of Our Business and the No-Code Industry
53:19 The Future of No-Code Industry

Dec 23, 2023 • 1h 4min
Behind The Ops: A Closer look at No Code with NoCodeOps CEO Philip Lakin
In this episode of This Week in No Code, hosts JJ Englert and David Pal sit down to discuss the latest news and developments in the no code and AI industry. We hear about companies such as Durable and their $14 million series A round, the abandoned Adobe and Figma deal, McDonald's AI developments, and more. The episode culminates with a detailed interview with Philip Lakin, the CEO of No Code Operators, about his journey as an entrepreneur, the future of no code, and his experience building Operator, a tool aimed at assisting no coders in their day-to-day processes.
01:12 Intro
01:55 No Code News Segment: Durable's Series A Funding
04:09 No Code News Segment: Adobe and Figma Deal
07:06 No Code News Segment: McDonald's AI Initiatives
11:14 No Code News Segment: Delphi's Digital Cloning Platform
14:52 Interview with Philip Lakin, CEO of No Code Operators
32:08 The Journey into Service Work
32:39 The Challenges of Balancing Service Work and Product Development
33:17 Transitioning from Service Work to Building a Product
33:52 Raising Pre-Seed Funding
34:31 The Importance of Building Relationships and Credibility
36:52 The Journey of Fundraising: Mistakes and Lessons
37:48 The Power of Cold Outreach in Fundraising
39:59 The Role of Persistence and Credibility in Fundraising
41:46 The Evolution of the Product and the Role of AI
53:46 The Future of No-Code and AI
01:02:37 Closing Remarks
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