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When most people hear the word “code” in a sentence, they think of a complex arrangement of GREEN letters, numbers, and figures trickling down like raindrops against a black backdrop. ‍

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It’s giving Matrix vibes.

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Or maybe that’s just me?

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If “code” is a mysterious puzzle of digital green rain, then WTF is “no-code”, how the hell do you use it, and Why TF is Startmate running a Fellowship dedicated to it?

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By the end of this article, you will have all the answers to these pressing questions. 

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What is no-code?

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According to Connor Finlayson, an Internationally renowned ‘No-Code Guru’ and Startmate’s newest Fellowship Partner:

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“No-code is a visual abstraction of code. No-code tools take the fundamentals of code and translate them into simple drag-and-drop solutions.”

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In layman's terms, “no-code” allows anyone, regardless of their technical ability, to build on the internet.

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Why no-code? 

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Before no-code, websites and apps could only be built by programmers and coding wizards. 

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That is a very exclusive group when you consider the fact that only 0.5% of the global population knows how to code. 

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No-Code has one goal: remove these barriers and make building on the Internet accessible to everyone.

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For the remaining 95.5% of the population, no-code has been pivotal in enabling people to build websites, develop apps, streamline workflows, manage customer data, integrate payments, and more. 

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Here are some examples of popular no-code tools to get you warmed up:

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1. Webflow: enables users to design, build and launch websites quickly 
2. Zapier: a workflow automation tool that takes care of time-consuming and repetitive tasks across all your applications
3. Airtable: brings spreadsheets and databases together in one program, to make project management easy and intuitive
4. Mailchimp: an all-in-one email marketing platform where you can conduct surveys, automate campaigns, and capture customer data
5. Bravo: an app builder that allows you to convert Figma or Adobe XD designs into native apps for iOS and Android.

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How do you get started? 

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One of the biggest bottlenecks for entrepreneurs and creatives in the startup community is the tech side of a business, in particular: the coding barrier to entry.

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If you’re from a non-technical background, building an MVP, website, or app can feel like an impossible task. 

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Where do I start? 

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Do I go down the coding route, and make a fully customisable product? But how do I do that? Should I hire a tech bro to build for me? How much would that cost? Where do I find them? 

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What if it breaks or if we want to roll out new features, would we have to hire more people?

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If I don't go down the coding route, what does that look like? How customisable can I be? How long does it take to learn this? 

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*Searches Google* 

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Yikes. Where do I even begin? There's too many youtube rabbit holes - I just want the basics first.

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There are so many questions. And when you do some research you’ll find SO many answers. 

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But what if you had a guide? What if you had someone who would show you the basics in a tried-and-tested way. Who’s built their own company from the ground-up using no-code tools. 

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And what if that expert could help answer your specific questions? That way, you wouldn’t have to trawl through a myriad of videos to find the one answer you’re looking for.

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Introducing, our partner in cri… no-code.

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We have partnered with Connor Finlayson, founder, solopreneur, YouTuber, and No-Code expert to bring you a 6-week hands-on PRO-gram. (You’ll be a PRO no-coder by the end of this fellowship).

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Connor is the founder of the Unicorn Factory, New Zealand’s largest freelance marketplace. 

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And guess what?

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It runs entirely on no-code. Wowza.

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If you are seeking to learn the no-code fundamentals and get your MVP up and running, the No-Code Fellowship is for you. 

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You’ll unlock the power of no-code tools and transform your ideas into reality. 

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Check out our website for more details.

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PS: We’ve got early bird pricing until 3rd July 2023 (11:59pm AEST).

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Apply here