creating a SaaS without code?
Using something like Bubble, Webflow or Glide is it possible to create software itself or does this need to be done separately and only frontend can be done via Bubble, etc/
Using something like Bubble, Webflow or Glide is it possible to create software itself or does this need to be done separately and only frontend can be done via Bubble, etc/
I've recently stepped into the Bubble game, and I can tell you, there are very few things we need outside of it. I'm a stickler for design and content, so we've built our website outside of the application, but as far as the functionality goes, I am VERY happy with Bubble. We have not (yet) slipped into the mobile side of things, but I'm also hearing great things about the potential there.
Originally we wanted to build on Bubble, and then jump to a coded version, but it's looking like we will be able to stay on a LOT longer than originally anticipated.
For what it's worth, you have options. I'm in no way an expert... just a non-technical founder with an incomplete knowledge of most things.
I just took a look at your web app and it's exactly what I envision, I do have a few questions:
How long did it take to make the landing page? How about the Web App itself?
Did you use any templates?
"so we've built our website outside of the application" where did you build it? another drag n drop/no-code website or coded it and hosting it yourselves now
All of Podcave.com is built in WordPress and the app lives at a different domain. So I did all the WordPress work.
Agree, it really depends on the SaaS you want to build. If it is something that requires massive amounts of number crunching, or canvas drawing (i.e. Lucidcharts), you might be better looking elsewhere. However, if you are going to do a traditional data-management SaaS you will definitely be able to use Bubble, at least to build an MVP. Webflow is great for front-end stuff and it does have some back-end but not as complete as Bubble.
Glide is solely focused on mobile apps, so if that is your focus, then again, depending on the purpose of your SaaS, glide might also help you.
What market are you trying to serve?
I just want to be creative and try something new theres no specific market but potentially health/fitness
I see. So I think Bubble will definitely be the right place to start. I know in mobile you can query the position and use the camera with your Bubble app. Not sure if you can get any of the health measurements like steps or heartbeat rate but Bubble’s forum is a good place to find an answer for that.
Good luck!
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Wow! I can't believe I didn't see this when you first commented it this is exactly what I'm talking about and gives me hope! do you have any tips or things you wished you knew before starting?
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@bentossell created www.makerpad.co which is brilliant I would suggest checking it out there are loads of tutorials so hopefully they will have something that fits your needs
That looks pretty promising, I'll defiantly look further into it thank you!
It really depends on what kind of functionality that SaaS might provide. If you want to create a SaaS with utilizing some hardcore algorithm to process data and provide insight or automatize processes in enterprise no-code tools probably not the best way to start. However, if you want to create something which substitutes the use of a given Excel sheet and makes it better, than for example, Bubble might be a good start.
Alright awesome, so nothing super advanced.
This is exactly I was looking for. Thank you.
Hi. Of course a lot depends on your idea. But it is always nice to start MVP first and prove the idea. So no code would be the best for you. Not sure about which one is the most optimal for you. I'm ready to discuss it and help if possible
Just recently we've created a few similar solutions for landlords and small real-estate agencies to manage the inventory for check-in, cleaning, renovation, agreement, customer-care, etc. And yes everything will be possible to do like a SaaS with no-code platforms. I'll be happy to demonstrate you in real time what we already have and how we can help to make a solution for you with no-code.
Well I'm quite new to this, so MVP is minimal viable product? And that means it's like an idea in it's infancy?
Also SaaS - Software as a Service, does it need to be a reoccurring income source or is that just the most sought after type?
And yes. Saas is usually about recurring revenue. Just one of the project types.
After you start MVP you'll understand much more and maybe you change the original idea
Yes @ordinaryoliver you say correctly. MVP is the smallest product to understand if your idea is right. It helps you to avoid the extra costs. Having first clients you understand their behavior and get the feedback.
Hypothetically, if my idea was to develop the SaaS/MVP to assist landlords when managing their properties, tenants, rent and more. Could this be done with no-code software?
Hi @ordinaryoliver try to take a look the small part of the whole workflow we build on a no-code platform
This is a use-case, where we use a few different checklists for different kinds of inventory depends on the purpose. It can be
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ThO-kdLOZ8w
Exactly. So you will be playing the role of some agency for your landlords and make a no-code solution for them. And get a monthly fee for it. I'd be happy to discuss your idea and even demonstrate to you how it could be done with the no-code platform.
The full stack web app can be built with Bubble. Many success stories there, I don't think they've done a great job explaining what the tool actually does. Frontend, backend, database, fully hosted. Build the UI and app logic without code, one click deploy to production.
Yeah, it's been a lil confusing trying to understand what can be done with bubble and other no-code software
The 2 main things I would NOT use Bubble for:
The showcase has a good collection of apps built by others, it's worth checking out: https://bubble.io/showcase
I took a look at their showcase yesterday and it was helpful in a sense but I couldn't figure out if any software was actually made through Bubble.
I shall keep away from mobile apps for now and big data:)
I'm not sure I understand what this means. The showcase is a small list of apps built on Bubble. The sites listed there are apps built on the platform, so if you were to head to goodgigs.com, for example, you'd be interacting with a job board built on Bubble.