No-Code Development
No-Code Development
COID 336 | Online | 1st 7 Weeks | 3 credits
Welcome to No-Code Development taught by Brad Weigle. Learn to build apps and automations without code using approachable, modern, industry-standard “no-code” development tools. Learn how to ideate, prototype, create, and test apps and automations for impact. Understand the importance of user experience and how to design apps and automations that improve human interaction. Design 5 start-ups in 5 weeks and complete the course with 1 professional portfolio.
Course Calendar
| Week | Lessons | Projects |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lesson 1: Intro to No-Code Get an introduction to the world of No-Code development, explore different types of No-Code and the maker mindset, and get a comprehensive project overview. | Project 1: Build Something Using No-Code Tools Explore the world of no-code tools, brainstorm, and get your hands dirty. |
| 2 | Lesson 2: Relational Databases Learn about relational databases and how they function and become an Airtable pro. | Project 2: Launch a Travel Agency with Airtable Name your company, pick your niche, build your database, create a client form, and more. |
| 3 | Lesson 3: Web & Mobile Learn the landscapes of both web and mobile: landing pages, microsites, apps, and more while familiarizing yourself with development tools and UX fundamentals. | Project 3: Launch a Music Festival App Name your festival and design a logo, evaluate development tools, build, and test your app. |
| 4 | Lesson 4: Sales & CRM Learn about SaaS Systems, the importance of CRMs, and get familiar with the Inbound Sales Certification. | Project 4: Launch a Software Company Sales System Find an early-stage software company, build a buyer persona, create a CRM, and more. |
| 5 | Lesson 5: Automations & APIs Learn everything to know about APIs and the basics of automation. | Project 5: Launch a Real Estate Agency Build your brand, create a property listing, build a landing page, set up email automation to communicate with potential buyers, and more. |
| 6 | Lesson 6: Payments Get familiar with the payments landscape, the various types of payments, and how to put them into action. | Project 6: Launch a Gym or Studio Build your brand, create a Square Online Store equipped with memberships, and share what you’ve built. |
| 7 | Lesson 7: Portfolio & Wrap-Up Learn tips and tricks for creating an effective and professional portfolio and how to present it, build a network, and market yourself to potential employers. | Project 7: Portfolio Design Want to impress potential employers or provide a case for a promotion? Build a professional portfolio to showcase your new no-code skills. |