LOW CODE/NO CODE DEVELOPMENT DRIVERS ASSESSED BY EXPERTS

Faculty of Economics in Subotica, University of Novi Sad Subotica, Serbia
Serbia

Faculty of Organizational Sciences, University of Belgrade, Serbia
Serbia

Faculty of Economics in Subotica, University of Novi Sad, Subotica, Serbia
Serbia

Faculty of Economics, University of Banja Luka, Republic of Srpska, BiH
Bosnia and Herzegovina


Abstract

Low-code/no-code is a relatively new concept that has been gaining significance recently. The concept encompasses software development using tools designed for non-IT professionals, often referred to as citizen developers. Depending on whether a certain level of coding knowledge is required, it is classified as low-code or no-code development. The manuscript provides specific definitions of the aforementioned software development concept and identifies the most common advantages of low-code/no-code development based on the existing literature. Furthermore, a case study conducted in a multinational company validates the identified advantages, accompanied by expert observations. This paper can serve as a starting point for further research in this field.

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