No-code tools give you superpowers.

In 2015, I experienced no-code tools for the first time (outside of Wordpress). Back then, I participated in Protohack, referred to as "the first code-free hackathon for designers and business people." I was new to user experience design and it was exciting to learn more about prototyping.

No-code and low-code tools continue to grow and become more user-friendly. Here's a list of classics and newcomers to get you started.

Websites and Web Apps

• Carrd: If you need something simple, use Carrd to build responsive websites for landing pages, portfolios, and more.

• Notion + Popsy: If you're already using Notion, add Popsy to make your Notion page appear like a more traditional website.

• Webflow: If you're open to a steeper learning curve than Carrd, you'll be rewarded with more control over design and functionality.

• Bubble: With more effort, you can build interactive, multi-user apps with tools replicating the functionality of large tech products.

Mobile Apps

• Glide: If you know how to use spreadsheets, you can turn those into functional apps using drag-and-drop components.

• Adalo: Similar to Glide, use spreadsheet databases to drag-and-drop components and "actions" to link the pages of your app.

Automation

• Zapier: Save time using Zapier's 3,000+ integrations, actions, and workflows. Its templates make it easy to start.

• Notion + Form to Notion: If you can't pay for Zapier, and you need to send data to Notion, this Google Form add-on works seamlessly.

Other tools that have been around for a while and are considered no-code include Coda, Airtable, Squarespace, and Shopify among others.

What's your favorite no-code tool? Or the tool you're most excited to try?