We do require millions of applications in the next few years. There are not enough developers to code these applications. The viable approach is to use low-code/no-code or LC/NC solutions. People with no or little knowledge of coding and who have to build software can avail of LC/NC. Yes, this will not be suitable for complex and customised software.

These LC/NC platforms have visual environment, and a modular approach. There is friendly graphic user interface(GIF). It is a matter of dragging and dropping software components, which are visually represented to make an app. It is similar to prepare a power-point presentation (PPT).

Quixy is no-code app development platform. Anyone who can handle PPT or MS Excel can use this platform to build business software.

It is the empowerment of a layman that is so appealing. It democratises technology. The specialised IT staff could focus on more strategic projects.

Microsoft’s LC/NC platform is called Microsoft Power Platform. It has 7 million plus active users.

LC/NC platforms have been assisted by the advances in AI. The market dynamics change rapidly, and business has to be responsive. This calls for more adoption of LC/NC. This sector shows a healthy growth 28 per cent CAGR.

Builder AI is a AI-powered LC/NC platform. As most of the features of apps are common, there would be greater use of LC/NC. It is the last mile that is unique.