Designing no-code applications is much easier than traditional programming, yet many business users may still feel intimidated or unsure about getting started. With this in mind, one of the key goals behind the Qalcwise Designer was to encourage new users to take the first step in building their own applications.
First impressions matter. We wanted to give users access to powerful capabilities without overwhelming them with too many options. Qalcwise Designer should feel intuitive from the very beginning, allowing users—even those with no previous experience—to know exactly what to do after clicking “Create New Application.”
Our new interface is built around several key principles:
- Focus users on building applications using elements called sections
- Encourage users to take action from the very beginning
- Make the experience familiar by drawing on concepts from spreadsheets, text editors, and drag-and-drop tools
- Allow applications to be built by dragging and dropping elements or simply clicking
- Show that a spreadsheet is often the best place to start 😉
As shown above, our main call to action is “Add Section.” This is the first step in creating an application and placing the first element on a blank canvas. By default, a new section is a spreadsheet, as it remains one of the most effective and widely used ways of managing data. Of course, you can replace it with any other section that better fits your needs. The number and types of sections you add are entirely up to you.