The software and IT landscape is evolving at an unprecedented pace in an era marked by rapid technological advancement. Among recent innovations, low-code platforms have emerged as transformative solutions, addressing previously overlooked challenges. This thesis delves into the potential of such platforms, specifically focusing on a web application developed using Coda.io. The research begins by tracing the evolution of hardware, software, and programming, setting the historical context for the emergence of low-code platforms. Central to this investigation is the concept of the citizen developer and their role in leveraging these platforms within the business industry. Additionally, it examines how newer generations must adapt to and embrace these tools to drive innovation and efficiency, no matter their academic background. This type of professional may eventually need to be present in any process. The study's heart is developing a web application using Coda.io, situated within a real-life scenario where a client faces an information system challenge in an academic environment. The goal is to deploy a web development solution that addresses the identified issue, leveraging the capabilities of a low-code platform while aligning with established frameworks and literature research. This ensures that the solution complies with industry standards and capitalizes on the strengths inherent in low-code development. Following the development phase, a thorough analysis evaluates the challenges encountered during the application's creation and implementation. This includes examining the complexities of working with intuitive solutions and the strategic decision-making process that guided the project. By prioritizing adherence to the information system framework, valuable insights are gained into the evolution of software development practices and the potential of empowering citizen developers through innovative technologies like low-code and no-code platforms.
Analisi del Potenziale delle Applicazioni Low-Code/No-Code nel Settore Aziendale In un'epoca caratterizzata da un rapido avanzamento tecnologico, il panorama del software e dell'IT si sta evolvendo a un ritmo senza precedenti. Tra le recenti innovazioni, le piattaforme low-code sono emerse come soluzioni trasformative, affrontando sfide precedentemente trascurate. Questa tesi approfondisce il potenziale di tali piattaforme, concentrandosi specificamente su un'applicazione web sviluppata utilizzando Coda.io. La ricerca inizia tracciando l'evoluzione dell'hardware, del software e della programmazione, stabilendo il contesto storico per l'emergere delle piattaforme low-code. Al centro di questa indagine c’è il concetto di “Citizen developer” e il loro ruolo nel sfruttare queste piattaforme all'interno dell'industria di business. Inoltre, esamina come le nuove generazioni debbano adattarsi ed abbracciare questi strumenti per guidare innovazione ed efficienza, indipendentemente dallo sfondo accademico da cui provengono. Questo tipo di professionista potrebbe eventualmente essere necessario in qualsiasi tipo di processo. Il cuore dello studio è lo sviluppo di un'applicazione web utilizzando Coda.io, situata all'interno di uno scenario reale in cui un cliente affronta una sfida del sistema informativo in un ambiente accademico. L'obiettivo è implementare una soluzione di sviluppo web che affronti le problematiche identificate, sfruttando le capacità di una piattaforma low-code mentre si allinea con i framework stabiliti e la ricerca bibliografica. Ciò garantisce che la soluzione sia conforme agli standard dell'industria e sfrutti i punti di forza intrinseci nello sviluppo low-code. A seguito della fase di sviluppo, un'analisi approfondita valuta le sfide incontrate durante la creazione e l'implementazione dell'applicazione. Questo include la visione delle complessità connesse al lavorare con soluzioni intuitive e il processo decisionale strategico che ha guidato il progetto. Priorizzando l'aderenza al framework del sistema informativo, si ottengono preziose intuizioni sull'evoluzione delle pratiche di sviluppo software e sul potenziale di dare potere ai Citizen devloper attraverso tecnologie innovative come le piattaforme low-code e no-code.
Analyzing the Potential of Low-Code/No-Code Applications in the Business Industry
VESGA CENTENO, MARIA CAROLINA
2022/2023
Abstract
The software and IT landscape is evolving at an unprecedented pace in an era marked by rapid technological advancement. Among recent innovations, low-code platforms have emerged as transformative solutions, addressing previously overlooked challenges. This thesis delves into the potential of such platforms, specifically focusing on a web application developed using Coda.io. The research begins by tracing the evolution of hardware, software, and programming, setting the historical context for the emergence of low-code platforms. Central to this investigation is the concept of the citizen developer and their role in leveraging these platforms within the business industry. Additionally, it examines how newer generations must adapt to and embrace these tools to drive innovation and efficiency, no matter their academic background. This type of professional may eventually need to be present in any process. The study's heart is developing a web application using Coda.io, situated within a real-life scenario where a client faces an information system challenge in an academic environment. The goal is to deploy a web development solution that addresses the identified issue, leveraging the capabilities of a low-code platform while aligning with established frameworks and literature research. This ensures that the solution complies with industry standards and capitalizes on the strengths inherent in low-code development. Following the development phase, a thorough analysis evaluates the challenges encountered during the application's creation and implementation. This includes examining the complexities of working with intuitive solutions and the strategic decision-making process that guided the project. By prioritizing adherence to the information system framework, valuable insights are gained into the evolution of software development practices and the potential of empowering citizen developers through innovative technologies like low-code and no-code platforms.È consentito all'utente scaricare e condividere i documenti disponibili a testo pieno in UNITESI UNIPV nel rispetto della licenza Creative Commons del tipo CC BY NC ND.
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https://hdl.handle.net/20.500.14239/3886