<p>Following years of dedicated development, extensive market research, and the establishment of a comprehensive platform designed to facilitate the efficient and swift creation of applications, we are now prepared to accept your projects.</p><p><br>We greatly appreciate our beta users for their active participation in improving our platform for its launch. Thank you, Beta Qodlers 😉</p><p><br>Our teams have poured their hearts into this project, and we couldn't be prouder to support applications that help companies grow, innovate, and enhance their daily operations. Our passion is to see developers and users thrive in the web application development.</p><h2><br>What's New in Qodly 1.0.0?</h2><p>&nbsp;</p><img src="/sites/default/files/What&apos;s_New_in_Qodly_1.0.0.png" data-entity-uuid="02392c6b-2fe4-4552-9407-d46d260daca0" data-entity-type="file" alt="" width="1020" height="415"><p>&nbsp;</p><p>This release brings exciting new features:<br>&nbsp;</p><ul><li><strong>Subscribe and start your new application with database backup service</strong>: Safeguard your data effortlessly. Our database backup service ensures that your application data is automatically backed up, providing you with peace of mind and security. No more sandbox limitations!&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</li><li><strong>Clone your sandbox or application</strong>: Your sandbox serves as a safe, isolated environment to test and refine new features without impacting live applications. You can now clone your sandbox, start a new application from scratch, or choose one from our catalog.<br>&nbsp;</li><li><strong>Add deployment environments</strong> as Needed: Flexibly deploy your application releases in multiple environments. Customize your deployment process and add as many environments as your project requires.<br>&nbsp;</li><li><strong>Public pages</strong>: Provide instant access to application pages without requiring login—ideal for welcome pages, e-commerce catalogs, and more. Enhance user experience and accessibility with just a click.<br>&nbsp;</li><li><strong>Custom identity management</strong>: Create secure, branded login flows tailored to your needs. Gain full control over identity management.</li></ul><p><br>You can find the <a href="https://qodly.com/platform" target="_blank">features list here</a>.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2>What's Next?</h2><ul><li><strong>AI and marketplace&nbsp;</strong><br>This is just the beginning of an exciting journey! In the next months, we’ll be introducing incredible new features, including AI integration, a marketplace to publish your apps, custom components and page designs, connectors to popular applications, and much more.<br>&nbsp;</li><li><strong>New custom components</strong><br>Remember to follow the custom components list here to extend your widget panels. If you don't find what you need, you can add your own React widget and share it with the community. <a href="https://developer.qodly.com/docs/customComponent/overview" target="_blank">See documentation</a>.<br>&nbsp;</li><li><strong>Business applications in the catalog</strong><br>We’ve started populating our catalog with business applications that you can reuse, customize, and offer to your clients. We’re continuously expanding this catalog, so stay tuned for more options.<br>&nbsp;</li><li><strong>Join us for live webinars, demos, and meetups</strong><br>We will soon be organizing live webinars, demos, and meetups in France, Germany, the US, Japan, Australia and more. This will be a great opportunity to join, meet our team, and learn more about Qodly.</li></ul><p>Start your new app now and happy Qoding with Qodly! 😉</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p class="text-align-center"><a class="btn btn-violet" href="https://qodly.com/get-started" title="Join Us">Join Us Now</a><br><br>&nbsp;</p>

<p>What a year, Qodler! 2024 was a significant milestone for Qodly, marked by the unveiling of numerous exciting updates and features to our beta testers. Throughout the year, our blog has been a hub for insightful articles exploring the dynamic world of low-code and no-code development platforms. As we reflect on the year's highlights, here are the top five blog posts that resonated most with our readers:</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><a href="https://qodly.com/blog/hybrid-low-code-vs-low-code-platforms-whats-difference" target="_blank"><strong>#1. Hybrid Low-Code vs. Low-Code Platforms: What's the Difference?</strong></a> This article delves into the distinctions between hybrid low-code platforms and traditional low-code platforms, highlighting their unique features and benefits.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><img src="/sites/default/files/photo%204-b.png" data-entity-uuid="9827dacc-02f4-4477-b46a-35723481ff03" data-entity-type="file" alt="" width="1020" height="415"><p>&nbsp;</p><p><a href="https://qodly.com/blog/5-key-insights-low-code-platform-market-growth-future-and-industry-adoption" target="_blank"><strong>#2. 5 Key Insights on the Low-Code Platform Market — Growth, Future, and Industry Adoption</strong></a><strong>,</strong> An in-depth analysis of the low-code platform market, discussing its growth trajectory, future trends, and adoption across various industries.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><img src="/sites/default/files/photo%201-b.png" data-entity-uuid="a6f20cab-5888-46b3-88b8-2952b240f13c" data-entity-type="file" alt="" width="1020" height="415"><p>&nbsp;</p><p><a href="https://qodly.com/blog/low-code-vs-no-code-unveiling-key-differences" target="_blank"><strong>#3. Low-Code vs. No-Code: Unveiling the Key Differences</strong></a><strong>:</strong> An exploration of the differences between low-code and no-code platforms, examining their functionalities, target audiences, and use cases.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><img src="/sites/default/files/photo%202-b.png" data-entity-uuid="e8c4a8ae-00fe-4f11-b7c8-7383e05b59fe" data-entity-type="file" alt="" width="1020" height="415"><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><a href="https://qodly.com/blog/how-build-custom-application" target="_blank"><strong>#4. How to Build a Custom Application</strong></a><strong>:</strong> A comprehensive guide outlining the steps involved in building a custom application, from ideation and market research to choosing a development platform and testing the final product.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><img src="/sites/default/files/photo%203-b.png" data-entity-uuid="743be94c-8af8-4414-9ef8-2882c654f01e" data-entity-type="file" alt="" width="1020" height="415"><p>&nbsp;</p><p><a href="https://qodly.com/blog/top-7-benefits-bespoke-application-development-low-code-platforms" target="_blank"><strong>#5. Top 7 Benefits of Bespoke Application Development with Low-Code Platforms</strong></a><strong>:</strong> An overview of the advantages of using low-code platforms for bespoke application development, including increased productivity, faster development speed, and enhanced compatibility.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><img src="/sites/default/files/photo%205-b.png" data-entity-uuid="8c21b004-082e-449f-93e0-b9750ea859b3" data-entity-type="file" alt="" width="1020" height="415"><h2>&nbsp;</h2><h2>To Conclude&nbsp;</h2><p>As we look ahead, 2025 is bringing even more innovation. From AI-powered productivity tools to multilingual application support and the ability to generate customized business documents, we’ll cover these features in detail through our upcoming blog posts.</p><p>Stay tuned for more exciting updates from Qodly.</p>

<p>We know many of you have been eagerly awaiting our pricing model, and we’re excited to share that it’s finally here! After months of careful planning and gathering feedback, we’ve crafted a simple, transparent, and flexible pricing structure that we believe will meet your needs and help you scale with ease.</p><p>Our pricing is based on three metrics:</p><ul style="list-style-type:disc;"><li style="tab-stops:list .5in;">Number of environments</li><li style="tab-stops:list .5in;">Settings per environment</li><li style="tab-stops:list .5in;">Monthly data transfer to the internet</li></ul><p>An environment is a Docker container that includes the Qodly server and services for backup shared in a Virtual Machine. Data and users are managed by the environment.&nbsp;</p><p>Qodly Studio includes all features without any limitations.</p><p><strong><u>Our pricing plan is user-independent, covering an unlimited number of developers and users!</u></strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2>Pricing Plans</h2><p><span>We offer two pricing plans: Sandbox and Application.</span></p><p><span>Sandbox is free forever, perfect for exploring Qodly, testing new releases, and trying catalog applications. It has limited resources, no additional environments, and sleep mode is enabled.</span></p><p><span>The Application plan is designed for projects intended to go live.</span><br>&nbsp;</p><h3><strong>Per Environment</strong></h3><p>Start with a development environment and add as many deployment environments as you need. The main differences between development and deployment environments, are accessibility to Studio and the ability to add custom domains.<br>&nbsp;</p><img src="/sites/default/files/schema-Console-%20(1).webp" alt="Qodly Deployment Model" width="3309" height="1647"><h3>&nbsp;</h3><h3><strong>Settings per Environment</strong></h3><p>Configure the power (Memory and vCPU) and storage space as needed. Upgrades/Downgrades are available anytime.<br>&nbsp;</p><h3><strong>Outbound Internet Data</strong></h3><p>Data transfer is calculated per gigabyte monthly. Manage your budget with email alerts and choose a data pack if you can estimate your usage in advance. This will lower the cost per gigabyte. If you consume more than the estimated amount, the excess will be billed separately.</p><p>Subscriptions are non-binding and can be canceled at any time. Use our <a href="https://qodly.com/pricing">cost calculator</a>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><a href="https://qodly.com/pricing"><img src="/sites/default/files/calculator.gif" alt="Qodly Pricing Calculator" width="962" height="704"></a><h3>&nbsp;</h3><h3><strong>Many use cases adressed with pay as you grow model</strong></h3><p>For managing a custom application, you need two environments: development and production. You can create a staging environment for testing and remove it afterward. The estimated cost is around €80 per month. You can increase the storage, select an appropriate data pack, and adjust the power based on application requirements.</p><p>Independent Software Vendors (ISVs) will have the capability to maintain a deployment environment for each client or version in production. They will benefit from a seamless one-click deployment process, allowing them to select specific releases for each environment.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p class="text-align-center"><a href="https://qodly.com/pricing" target="_blank">Visit the new pricing page</a></p><p class="text-align-center">&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>What's Next?</strong></h2><p>In the coming weeks, we will be launching Qodly 1.0.0, enabling you to start your new applications from scratch, from the catalog, or by cloning your sandbox.</p><p>Should you require a custom pricing model, please <a href="https://qodly.com/contact" target="_blank"><u>contact us</u></a>, and we would be pleased to assist you.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

<p>Qodly now offers three ready-to-use business application templates, designed to help you save time, reduce complexity, and rapidly address key business needs.&nbsp;</p><p>These templates offer real-world, practical solutions that leverage the power of Qodly’s components to streamline your processes, improve efficiency, and enhance your team’s productivity—right out of the box.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2>O'Task: For Project, Task, and Incident Management</h2><p>O'Task simplifies the way you manage projects, tasks, and incidents, providing a clear, structured approach to workflow management. Whether you're overseeing a team or handling multiple projects, this template helps you stay organized, prioritize tasks, and track progress effortlessly.&nbsp;</p><p>It’s an ideal solution for teams looking to improve collaboration, reduce bottlenecks, and keep everything on track.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2>Vacay Manager: Simplified Employee Scheduling</h2><p>Efficient vacation scheduling is crucial for maintaining smooth operations, and Vacation Manager offers a simple, effective solution. Designed with HR teams in mind, this template automates scheduling, tracks employee time-off requests, and integrates various Qodly components for seamless management.&nbsp;</p><p>It empowers you to stay on top of employee availability, avoid scheduling conflicts, and ensure fair and transparent vacation policies—all with minimal effort.</p><img src="/sites/default/files/vacay.gif" data-entity-uuid="7f43cf29-3dd1-4372-bf71-c1f10d8aecdf" data-entity-type="file" alt="Vacay Template" width="1920" height="954"><p>&nbsp;</p><h2>Restaurant Manager: Efficient Restaurant Operations</h2><p>Restaurant Manager brings together Qodly’s powerful components to streamline restaurant operations, from reservations and orders to inventory and customer management. This template provides a comprehensive solution that helps you reduce manual work, improve accuracy, and boost operational efficiency. Whether you’re managing a small café or a large restaurant, this template helps you focus on what matters most—delivering excellent service to your customers.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2>More Templates are Coming Soon</h2><p>These three templates are just the start. As part of our commitment to providing you with powerful business solutions, we’re continually expanding the Qodly catalog with more templates designed to simplify processes, save time, and improve your operations. Stay tuned for even more ready-to-use applications tailored to meet the needs of various industries.</p><p>Explore the <a href="https://cloud.qodly.com/" target="_blank">Qodly catalog</a> today and unlock the full potential of these business solutions for your organization!</p>

<p>Building user-friendly apps doesn't have to be complicated. While UX designers traditionally play a crucial role in crafting the user experience, Qodly empowers developers to design intuitive applications without requiring extensive UX design expertise.&nbsp;</p><p>Here’s how developers can create exceptional user experiences using Qodly’s robust set of tools.</p><h2>Understanding Qodly’s Approach to UX Design</h2><p>Qodly is built on the philosophy that developers should be able to create compelling user interfaces (UIs) without relying solely on design teams. The platform offers a suite of features that streamline the design process, allowing developers to focus on functionality while ensuring a great user experience.</p><p><strong>1. Drag-and-Drop Interface</strong></p><p>One of the standout features of Qodly is its intuitive drag-and-drop interface. Developers can easily assemble UI components, rearranging them as needed to achieve a layout that meets their application’s needs. This flexibility speeds up development and allows for rapid prototyping of design ideas.&nbsp;</p><img src="/sites/default/files/blog-35-p2.png" data-entity-uuid="4c1628ec-43e0-4b06-afb8-e212e2207826" data-entity-type="file" alt="" width="1020" height="415"><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>2. Pre-built Templates&nbsp;</strong></p><p>Qodly provides a rich library of pre-built templates that enable developers to leverage best practices in UX design without starting from scratch. These templates are designed with user experience in mind, ensuring that applications look good and function effectively. Developers can customize these templates to align with their brand identity while maintaining usability.</p><img src="/sites/default/files/blog-35-p3.png" data-entity-uuid="0bd30b2b-7384-4d51-b445-f4b3b2549606" data-entity-type="file" alt="" width="1020" height="415"><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>3. Versatile Components</strong></p><p>In addition to templates, Qodly offers a wide range of reusable <a href="https://github.com/qodly/custom-components" target="_blank">UI components</a>, such as maps, charts, and navigation bars. These components are designed to be easily integrated into applications, allowing developers to build and modify interfaces quickly. Their modular nature promotes consistency throughout the application and simplifies maintenance.</p><img src="/sites/default/files/blog-35-p4.png" data-entity-uuid="5b750875-82f3-430c-a966-3a3912cc1847" data-entity-type="file" alt="" width="1020" height="415"><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>4. Responsive Design Made Easy&nbsp;</strong></p><p>With users accessing applications across various devices, responsive design is critical. Qodly’s tools automatically adapt to different screen sizes, ensuring that applications look great on desktops, tablets, and smartphones. This capability allows developers to create consistent experiences without needing extensive knowledge of responsive design principles.&nbsp;</p><img src="/sites/default/files/blog-35-p5.png" data-entity-uuid="ecba9aff-ac40-494a-85a3-eebd68add60d" data-entity-type="file" alt="" width="1020" height="415"><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>5. Custom Styling and Branding&nbsp;</strong></p><p>Developers can easily apply custom styles to their applications using Qodly’s design tools. By utilizing <a href="https://developer.mozilla.org/en-US/docs/Web/CSS" target="_blank">CSS</a>, they can create unique aesthetics that resonate with their target audience. This customization capability empowers developers to build applications that reflect their brand while still adhering to UX best practices.</p><img src="/sites/default/files/blog-35-p6.png" data-entity-uuid="ceb31c7e-7aa8-4ccf-aee2-505373d63e30" data-entity-type="file" alt="" width="1020" height="415"><h2>Benefits of Developer-Driven UX Design&nbsp;</h2><p><strong>Faster Development Cycles:&nbsp;</strong></p><p>With Qodly’s tools, developers can streamline the design process, reducing the time it takes to bring applications to market.&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Enhanced Collaboration:&nbsp;</strong></p><p>Developers can collaborate directly with stakeholders, making real-time adjustments based on feedback without the need for intermediaries.&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Cost Efficiency:&nbsp;</strong></p><p>By eliminating the need for dedicated UX designers, organizations can allocate resources more effectively, focusing on development and functionality.&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Empowered Developers:&nbsp;</strong></p><p>Developers gain confidence in creating user-friendly applications, enhancing their skill sets and job satisfaction.</p><h2>Conclusion&nbsp;</h2><p>While UX designers bring invaluable expertise to the table, Qodly empowers developers to take charge of the design process. With its intuitive tools and resources, creating great user experiences is within reach for any developer. By leveraging Qodly, teams can efficiently develop applications that meet functional requirements and provide a delightful user experience.&nbsp;</p><p>In the ever-evolving world of application development, Qodly stands out as a solution that bridges the gap between design and development. It allows developers to create exceptional user experiences without the need for extensive UX design resources.&nbsp;</p><p>For a closer look at how Qodly simplifies front-end design, check out our YouTube video: <a href="https://youtu.be/7UTF-DvplbY" target="_blank">Build Beautiful Front-End Pages in Minutes with Qodly</a>.</p><p><iframe width="853" height="480" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/7UTF-DvplbY" title="Build Beautiful Front-End Pages in Minutes with Qodly" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></p>

<p><span lang="EN-US"><strong>Introducing Myself:</strong></span></p><p><span lang="EN-US">Hello! I’m </span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/saadia-aboutarouc-550934102/" target="_blank"><span lang="EN-US">Saadia</span></a><span lang="EN-US">, a passionate UI/UX designer dedicated to simplifying complex processes through intuitive design. I thrive on exploring new tools and platforms that enhance my creativity and expand my technical capabilities.</span></p><p><span lang="EN-US"><strong>Motivation for Participating in the Hackathon:</strong>&nbsp;</span></p><p><span lang="EN-US">I joined the hackathon primarily for fun and to challenge myself while discovering Qodly Studio. It was a fantastic opportunity to test my knowledge and see how far I could push my skills with this platform in a short time frame.</span></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><span lang="EN-US"><strong>Learning Curve with Qodly:</strong>&nbsp;</span></p><p><span lang="EN-US">As I am not deeply familiar with coding and development, learning everything independently was a bit challenging. To navigate this, I teamed up with my colleague Fadwa. She took the lead on the studio aspect while I concentrated on design and UX. This collaboration greatly streamlined our process and efficiency. I managed to grasp the basics of front-end design, including web forms, matrices, and styling.</span></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><span lang="EN-US"><strong>About My Application:</strong>&nbsp;</span></p><p><span lang="EN-US">The application I developed is called "Football Play Chart." It serves as a football tournament data manager that enables administrators to effortlessly add, manage, and edit tournament data. Admins can input match scores, and the app automatically calculates points, advancing the teams with the highest scores to the finals.</span></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><span lang="EN-US"><strong>Inspiration Behind the Application:</strong>&nbsp;</span></p><p><span lang="EN-US">The idea for the application stemmed from my casual table football games with colleagues. I wanted to create a dynamic and user-friendly app to manage tournament data. One of its standout features is a random grouping mechanism, simulating how teams are drawn in live football events—similar to drawing names from a bowl.</span></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><span lang="EN-US"><strong>Learning from the Platform:</strong>&nbsp;</span></p><p><span lang="EN-US">Through Qodly, I learned how to rapidly prototype ideas, integrate complex features, and enhance my web formatting skills. I also gained a deeper understanding of conditional CSS and improved my mastery of low-code development.</span></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><span lang="EN-US"><strong>What I Loved Most About Qodly:</strong>&nbsp;</span></p><p><span lang="EN-US">I appreciated how Qodly simplifies complex tasks. The user-friendly interface made it easy to integrate and manage data flows, allowing me to focus on the app's logic and design without getting overwhelmed by technical challenges.</span></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><span lang="EN-US"><strong>Advice for Newcomers to Low-Code:</strong>&nbsp;</span></p><p><span lang="EN-US">For anyone new to low-code platforms, don't be intimidated! These tools are designed to be accessible, even for those without extensive coding experience. Concentrate on your core idea, and the platform will help you bring it to life faster than you might think!</span></p>