This Week in NoCode + AI

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 Join us: https://www.nocodealliance.org/newsletter Hire us to make your next MVP: https://www.studio-nocode.com Learn with us: https://www.nocodealliance.org Follow us: https://twitter.com/JJEnglert https://twitter.com/cerealbuilder NoCode Ops: https://www.nocodeops.com/

Join our community at https://nocodealliance.org NoCode Tools: Flutterflow: https://flutterflow.com Buildship: https://buildship.com NoCode Agency Presenters: Rapid Dev: https://www.rapidevelopers.com/ Flywheel: https://t.co/b7kIaymnYk Natural Agency: https://www.natural.agency/ LowCode Agency: https://www.lowcode.agency/ Studio NoCode: https://studio-nocode.com NoCode Award Winners: https://x.com/JJEnglert/status/1736105086118416828?s=20 00:00 Introduction and Event Overview 00:17 Presentation of New Tools: Buildship and FlutterFlow 00:34 No Code Style Kahoot Game Announcement 00:47 Agency Panel Discussion Preview 01:12 Introduction to the 2023 No Code Community Awards 02:30 Reflection on the No Code Community and Future Plans 02:43 Launch of the Presentation with FlutterFlow 03:01 Welcome to the 2023 No Code Holiday Party 03:37 The Importance of No Code Skills in the Tech World 04:22 Celebrating the No Code Community's Achievements 05:20 Start of the First Panel Featuring Andrew from Flutter Flow 05:35 Introduction to FlutterFlow and its Capabilities 07:57 Showcasing FlutterFlow's Features and Future Plans 30:13 Q&A Session and Closing Remarks 30:24 Introduction to Buildship 30:40 Exploring Buildship's Features and Use Cases 49:44 No Code Style Trivia Announcement 51:41 Kickoff and Introduction to the No Code Knowledge Quiz 52:28 First Round of Questions and Answers 53:54 Mid-Quiz Leaderboard Check and Discussion 54:51 Continuation of the Quiz and Leaderboard Updates 58:47 Final Round of Questions and Quiz Conclusion 59:36 Announcement of Winners and Prizes 01:00:13 Transition to NoCult Panel Discussion 01:00:57 Introduction of Panelists and Initial Discussion 01:04:39 Deep Dive into Agency Operations and Challenges 01:08:52 Discussion on Client Expectations and Project Scoping 01:41:36 Exploration of AI's Impact on Agency Business 01:47:40 The Boom of AI in Business 01:48:13 The Role of AI in Mobile Apps 01:48:17 The Impact of AI on Freelance and Agency Work 01:48:42 The Use of ClickUp in Agency Management 01:49:29 The Role of JIRA in Agency Operations 01:49:56 The Use of Linear and Coda in Project Management 01:50:40 The Use of Clickup for Project Management 01:51:29 The Use of Flutio and Whimsical in Project Management 01:52:05 The Importance of Using Established Tools in Agency Management 01:52:54 The Use of Linear and Trello in Task and Ticket Management 01:54:12 The Use of Custom CRM in Glide 01:55:32 The Future of NoCode Agencies 01:57:10 The Role of AI in the Success of NoCode 01:58:44 The Importance of Choosing the Right Platform for Your Project 01:59:43 The NoCode Awards Ceremony

In this episode of 'This Week in No Code', hosts JJ Englert and David Pal dive deep into the shifting landscape of the no-code environment, discussing how it's merging with automation and AI is radically changing IT departments. Noteworthy news from the field includes the $40 million funding of the open-source AI model hosting platform Replicate, Google's launch of Gemini AI, and Amazon's recent struggles with data leaks. JJ and David share their thoughts and predictions on the future of no-code and AI, discussing how these advanced technologies bring new opportunities and challenges for enterprises and agencies alike. From discussing the importance of the right tools to speculation about up-and-coming platforms expected to grow significantly by 2024, this episode is a treasure trove of insights for beginners and veterans in the no-code space. 0:00 Twin EP 11- Final 00:25 Introduction and Overview 01:20 No Code News: Replicate's Funding Round 04:28 Exploring AI-Driven Avatar Generation with Gaia 06:10 Amazon Queues' Data Leak 08:03 Introducing Gemini AI by Google 15:38 Discussion on No Code and AI in 2024 27:26 Predictions for No Code in 2024 29:07 Predictions for Freelancers and Agencies 30:26 The Challenges of Building for MVPs 32:53 The Future of No Code Agencies 37:30 The New IT Department 46:59 Community Updates and No Code Holiday Party Announcement Join us: https://www.nocodealliance.org/newsletter Hire us to make your next MVP: https://www.studio-nocode.com Learn with us: https://www.nocodealliance.org Follow us: https://twitter.com/JJEnglert https://twitter.com/cerealbuilder Softr: https://www.softr.io

In this episode, join us as we deep-dive into Softr, a no-code platform allowing you to transform Google sheets into apps. We explore its key features, with a main highlight being the AI app generator and how it revolutionizes the no-code app-building experience. Moreover, co-founder Miriam shares their vision of creating a complete ecosystem encompassing user-generated templates, an expansive component marketplace, and partnerships. In addition, she provides a glimpse into Softr's roadmap, in particular the development of powerful forms and evolving data source compatibility. Tune in for a first-hand demonstration of Softr, explore its potential, and learn more about the future of no-code. 00:00 Introduction and Overview 01:12 Discussing Pika Labs and AI in Video Editing 05:10 Exploring Bardeen AI and Automation 08:08 Controversy at Sports Illustrated: AI Replacing Journalists 11:47 Amazon Q: AI-Powered Assistant for Business 15:24 The Risks of Platform Lock-In: An iOS Developer's Story 18:53 Interview with Miriam, Co-Founder of Softr 28:12 Understanding the Market and Customer Personas 29:43 Exploring the AI App Generator 32:10 Creating an Internal Tool with the AI App Generator 32:44 Understanding the Backend Process 37:51 Discussing the Future of Softr 53:26 Exploring the Ecosystem and Future of No-Code Join us: https://www.nocodealliance.org/newsletter Hire us to make your next MVP: https://www.studio-nocode.com Learn with us: https://www.nocodealliance.org Follow us: https://twitter.com/JJEnglert https://twitter.com/cerealbuilder Softr: https://www.softr.io

Innovating with NoCode & AI: In this interactive discussion on 'This Week in No Code', hosts JJ and David Pal engage with guest Marius Ciocirlan, a Managing Director at Techstars Seattle. Topics include current tech drama, industry updates from Notion AI, TL Draw, App Sumo, and a deep dive into the OpenAI controversy. Marius, a former filmmaker and developer of ShareGrid, shares his journey into the tech sphere and his experiences with the Techstars startup accelerator program. The dialogue delves into the transformative power of No Code and AI platforms in enhancing website functionalities, with Marius citing his personal navigation of Open AI. The digital era is likened to 'medieval times' as it stands on the brink of democratizing content creation and altering workflows. The episode imparts unique insights into impending AI trends and provides valuable advice for startups aiming for funding. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:18 Recap of Previous Episode and Preview of Current Episode 01:36 Deep Dive into TLDRAW - https://tldraw.ai 04:36 Controversy with AppSumo 10:34 Introduction to Notion AI - https://notion.ai 12:31 Discussion on OpenAI Controversy 22:11 Guest Interview: Marius' Journey 38:47 Early Career and Role Switch 39:33 Techstars: Structure and Global Presence 40:14 Techstars Seattle: Success Stories and Program Details 41:31 Techstars: Mentorship and Fundraising Support 42:43 Understanding Pre-seed and Seed Stage 43:50 Deciding How Much Money to Raise 47:24 When to Seek Investment: Bootstrapping vs. VC 49:13 The Role of No-Code in Startups 01:12:52 The Future of No-Code and AI Join us: https://www.nocodealliance.org/newsletter Hire us to make your next MVP: https://www.studio-nocode.com Learn with us: https://www.nocodealliance.org Follow us: https://twitter.com/JJEnglert https://twitter.com/cerealbuilder

This Week in NoCode: Interview with David Siegel, CEO of Glide In this episode of 'This Week in NoCode', host JJ Englert is joined by David Siegel, CEO of Glide. David discusses the mission of Glide, the potential of AI in NoCode, and exhibits a demo of creating an app using Glide. He also shares insights about Glide's market strategy, advancements in AI, and how it is revolutionizing software creation. Moreover, the episode covers the latest NoCode news including updates from Softr, SmartSuite, Sutra, Framer, Flutter Flow and much more. 00:00 Introduction and Show Overview 01:09 No Code News: Softr and SmartSuite Integration 02:29 No Code News: Sutro's Launch - https://www.sutro.xyz 03:58 No Code News: Framer GPT 05:33 No Code News: Flutter Flow's New Features 08:13 Interview with David Siegel, CEO of Glide 08:22 David Siegel's Background and Introduction to Glide 08:22 Discussion on No Code Market and Glide's Position 10:30 Glide's User Persona and Market Strategy 19:14 Future Developments and Challenges for Glide 28:25 Closing Remarks and End of Interview 29:16 Discussing Funding and Business Progress 30:18 The Intersection of AI and No-Code 30:44 The Role of AI in No-Code Tools 31:17 The Challenges and Opportunities of No-Code 32:46 The Impact of AI on Software Development 33:19 The Future of No-Code Tools with AI 37:08 The Role of AI in Business Operations 40:08 Demonstrating the Power of Glide 52:46 The Role of Agencies in the No-Code Space 56:40 Community Highlights and Closing Remarks Join us: https://www.nocodealliance.org/newsletter Hire us to make your next MVP: https://www.studio-nocode.com Learn with us: https://www.nocodealliance.org Follow us: https://twitter.com/JJEnglert https://twitter.com/cerealbuilder Glide Apps: https://www.glideapps.com/

Join us in this episode of 'The Week in No Code' as we delve into the latest updates from popular AI tools like OpenAI and discuss Twitter's new chatbot and Google Duet's latest functionality. Our host JJ Englert also reveals his newly launched Bubble beginner camp, designed to teach non-coders how to construct an online enterprise. Featured in this episode is our special guest from WeWeb, who discusses some of the enterprise-ready solutions offered by WeWeb and shares some intriguing customer use cases. Tune in to learn more about AI advances and how they can improve productivity, even if you are not ready to delve into no code yet. 00:00:00 - Introduction and Co-host Update 00:00:13 - AI News and OpenAI Developments 00:00:24 - Twitter's New Chatbot and Google Duet's Functionality 00:00:44 - Bubble Beginner Camp and Special Guest Announcement 00:00:51 - OpenAI's New Features and Impact 00:01:20 - OpenAI's GPT Store 00:02:21 - OpenAI's TurboVision and Agent Creation 00:03:46 - Twitter's Grok AI and Google Duet's AI Integrations 00:05:21 - Bubble Beginner Camp Launch 00:08:42 - Interview with Joyce from WeWeb 00:11:01 - WeWeb Platform Overview and Features 00:19:42 - WeWeb's Data Sources and Extensions 00:22:36 - WeWeb's History and Future Plans 00:22:36 - Combining Backend and Frontend for Scalable Applications 00:25:22 - Demo of Using Two Data Sources in One Project 00:26:03 - Case Study: PwC France's Use of WeWeb and Superbase 00:31:20 - Exploring the WeWeb Example: Task Planner 00:37:34 - Introduction to WeWeb's Co-Pilot Feature 00:42:00 - Future Developments and Improvements in WeWeb 00:47:10 - Closing Remarks Join us: ⁠www.nocodealliance.org/newsletter⁠ Hire us to make your next MVP: ⁠www.studio-nocode.com⁠ Learn with us: ⁠www.nocodealliance.org⁠ Follow us: ⁠https://twitter.com/JJEnglert⁠ ⁠https://twitter.com/cerealbuilder⁠ #nocode #AI #lowcode #Programing #tech #news #startups

Join hosts JJ Englert and David Pal as they unpack the latest buzz in the no-code world! -Dive deep into Bubble's upcoming Bubblecon and the recent hiccups they faced. -Discover Airtable's pivot to the enterprise realm and get hyped about Flutter Flow's game-changing 4.0 update. -Special guest Doc Williams, the brains behind the 2022 no-code industry report, sheds light on this year's trends and gives a sneak peek into 2023. Tune in and stay updated with the no-code revolution! 🚀🔧🎉 Join us: www.nocodealliance.org/newsletter Hire us to make your next MVP: www.studio-nocode.com Learn with us: www.nocodealliance.org Follow us: https://twitter.com/JJEnglert https://twitter.com/cerealbuilder #nocode #AI #lowcode #Programing #tech #news #startups

Join cohosts JJ Englert and David Pal in this episode of 'This Week in No Code' as they discuss the recent BubbleCon event and the major insights gained about Bubble's future path. They delve into the introduction of Bubble AI and look forward to the potential it holds in design, data, and logic. The hosts also chat about new AI video generation tools like Genmo and CapCut, and how these could revolutionize content creation. Get an overview of Canva's recent magic design tool and hear about Glide's expansion into supporting a variety of data sources. Finally, they share news about new developments in native mobile application creation in Bubble which has the potential to attract more users. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:26 Overview of the Episode 01:32 Deep Dive into Canva's Magic Design 06:42 Exploring CapCut and Genmo 12:13 Glide's New Data Integrations 18:59 BubbleCon Recap and Insights 28:44 Bubble's Future Plans and Predictions 48:30 Community Updates and Shoutouts 50:32 Conclusion and Farewell Hire JJ and David to Build your MVP with NoCode. Learn Bubble.io from JJ Have Us Audit your Bubble.io Application.

Join JJ and David as they discuss the latest in no-code on this week's episode of This Week in NoCode! This week we break down the latest no-code news including Softr launching their new AI capabilities and Xano's $10M funding round. We also recap the 2022 No Code Summit in Paris with special guest Kelly Claus, an experienced Bubble developer and designer. Kelly gives us exclusive behind-the-scenes details on the event, the highlights, challenges, and key takeaways. Later in the episode, we discuss the recent acquisition of We Love No Code by Toptal and what it signals about the growing no-code job market and enterprise adoption. 00:00 Intro 01:00 News: Softr AI 05:30 Xano Fundraise 06:00 Sponsor Segment: NoCodeDevs 16:15 No Code Summit Recap with Kelly 40:00 Acquisition: WeLoveNoCode and TopTail 46:30 Community Segment and Final Thoughts Lots of valuable insights into the world of no-code in this action-packed episode! Join our free NoCode Newsletter for news and discounts! Hire JJ and David to ⁠Build your MVP with NoCode⁠. ⁠Learn Bubble.io from JJ⁠ Have Us ⁠Audit your Bubble.io Application⁠. Follow us: https://twitter.com/JJEnglert https://twitter.com/cerealbuilder #nocode #lowcode #ai #podcast