Intro to No Code App Building & Mini Hackathon
Unlock the power of no‑code to launch your next big idea—no prior engineering experience required. Join us for an interactive workshop where you’ll:
Learn how to turn a concept into a fully functional web or mobile app using Lovable’s agentic plain language building and Supabase’s scalable backend.
Build your own MVP in real time, with step‑by‑step guidance from no‑code experts.
Polish your pitch: craft a compelling story that resonates with users, investors, and the tech community.
Showcase your creation to new friends and potential collaborators during our mini “Demo Slam.”
What You’ll Learn
Rapid Prototyping with Lovable
Agentic plain language building, data model setup, and custom workflows
Integrations: connecting to APIs, payment gateways, and third‑party services
Backend Power with Supabase
Database design in PostgreSQL, real‑time subscriptions, and user authentication
Deploying serverless functions, storage buckets, and edge functions
Storytelling & User Acquisition
Defining your app’s “why” and weaving it into a concise narrative
Building a simple landing page and onboarding flow to capture early adopters
Demo Slam & Feedback
Five‑minute lightning demos of what you’ve built
Peer and mentor feedback to refine your product and pitch
Who Should Attend
Aspiring founders with an idea but no code skills
Product managers looking to prototype faster
Designers & creatives eager to bring interactive concepts to life
Developers curious about no‑code acceleration
Startup enthusiasts keen to network and collaborate
Your Hosts & Mentors
Josh Penfold PhD, a Redmond based Product Manager and Serial Startup Founder
no‑code community leaders sharing real‑world experiences
Why You Can’t Miss This
Hands‑on format: Walk away with a working app, not just slides.
Deep dive tools: Get under the hood of two of the hottest no‑code platforms.
Community connections: Meet fellow builders, potential co‑founders, and angel investors.
NOT sponsored or endorsed by any vendor, just founders helping founders.