Minimum Viable Products Launching for Start-Ups and Vocational Training Using No-Code Tools Learning Resources

Abstract

No-code tools (NCT) for minimum viable products (MVP) creation have been popular among start-ups in recent years. This technology form allows entrepreneurs to replicate working prototypes without developing code, which can save time and money when launching a product. However, the use of these techniques requires that users be acquainted with the selected hosting interface. Such interaction has posed a challenge in the massive adoption of the use of NCT by individual start-ups. To bridge this gap, a learning platform to introduce the public to the procedures and benefits of these tools was developed, and over 1000 learners have signed up. Hence, this study presents an overview of the learning resources development, the user satisfaction rate, and challenges based on the pros and cons of employing NCT. These learning resources are in the form of three software applications, namely a medical booking app, an online learning mobile app, and a grocery e-commerce shopping app. Investigation toward this study revealed that the need for technical skills and no-code solutions’ scalability is desirable. The significance of the findings is envisaged to offer more learning support to African and developing countries’ entrepreneurs and for future research in vocational education and training.