What Is Low-Code Technology?

Low-code technology offers a faster way to build apps by combining visual tools with optional code. It’s popular among teams that want more flexibility than traditional development, but without building everything from the ground up. It’s a middle ground between traditional coding and no-code technology, which can be an even more efficient and accessible alternative.

Low-Code: Meaning and Definition

Low-code platforms allow users to build software through visual interfaces, components, and logic, while offering the option to write custom code for specific needs. This approach speeds up development and makes it easier for technical and semi-technical users to create applications without starting from scratch.

Low-code is typically used by developers and technically inclined teams who want to speed up delivery without losing control over customization.

Low-Code vs. No-Code: A Comparison

While low-code and no-code platforms share similarities, they serve slightly different users and needs:

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In many cases, no-code platforms are capable of delivering the same outcomes, without the overhead of managing code.

Why No-Code Is Often the Better Choice

For growing teams and non-technical users, no-code offers clear advantages:

• Faster to create
  
  
• No developer bottlenecks
  
  
• Lower total cost of ownership
  
  
• More inclusive app creation across operations, IT, and support teams
  
  
• Easier maintenance and updates over time

While low-code tools appeal to developers who need precise control, no-code platforms like Noloco are often the smarter choice for small and medium-sized businesses looking to build efficiently and scale quickly, without hiring additional technical staff.

How Noloco Makes No-Code Work

Build powerful business apps, visually, securely, and without writing code.

Noloco is a no-code platform that helps teams build internal tools like client portals and CRMs using a fully visual builder. Centralize your data (or start with Noloco Tables), customize layouts, add workflows with our automation engine, and apply access control with our advanced permissions.

Whether you're digitizing approvals, centralizing data, or enabling external users to interact with your systems, Noloco gives you the control and speed of low-code, without ever needing to write any.

Explore more foundational terms in our glossary and see how no-code is reshaping business software.