This Week in NoCode + AI

JJ Englert
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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
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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 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/
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Dec 17, 2023 • 2h 31min

2023 NoCode Holiday Party | Platform Demos, Agency Talks & NoCode Awards 🏆

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
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Dec 9, 2023 • 49min

The Future of No-Code and AI: Discussing Trends, Predictions and More

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
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Dec 2, 2023 • 1h 1min

Mastering No-Code: Unlock the Potential of Softr.io with CEO Mariam Hakobyan - Episode 10

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
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Nov 25, 2023 • 1h 19min

Mastering NoCode Investments: Insights from Techstars Seattle Managing Director - Episode 9

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
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Nov 18, 2023 • 59min

Interview with David Siegel, CEO of Glide - NoCode, AI & Glide Demo

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/
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Nov 11, 2023 • 47min

WeWeb Overview, OpenAI Developments, and X's LLM: This Week in No Code Ep. 7

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
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Nov 4, 2023 • 52min

Air Table 4.0, NoCode Industry Report, Bubblecon Preview - Episode 1 🎙️

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
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Nov 4, 2023 • 51min

BubbleCon Insights & Reviews, AI Video Tools, and Glide Data Source Expansion - Episode 6

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.

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