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Building Low-Code Applications with Mendix

By : Bryan Kenneweg, Imran Kasam, Micah McMullen
Book Image

Building Low-Code Applications with Mendix

By: Bryan Kenneweg, Imran Kasam, Micah McMullen

Overview of this book

Low-code is a visual approach to application development. It enables developers of varying experience levels to create web and mobile apps using drag-and-drop components and model-driven logic through a graphic user interface. Mendix is among the fastest-growing platforms that enable low-code enthusiasts to put their software ideas into practice without having to write much code, and Building Low-Code Applications with Mendix will help you get up and running with the process using examples and practice projects. The book starts with an introduction to Mendix, along with the reasons for using this platform and its tools for creating your first app. As you progress, you’ll explore Mendix Studio Pro, the visual environment that will help you learn Mendix app creation. Once you have your working app ready, you’ll understand how to enhance it with custom business logic and rules. Next, you’ll find out how to defend your app against bad data, troubleshoot and debug it, and finally, connect it with real-world business platforms. You’ll build practical skills as the book is filled with examples, real-world scenarios, and explanations of the tools needed to help you build low-code apps successfully. By the end of this book, you’ll have understood the concept of low-code development, learned how to use Mendix effectively, and developed a working app.
Table of Contents (18 chapters)
1
Section 1: The Basics
6
Section 2: Building Your First App
11
Section 3: Leveling Up Your App

What is Mendix Studio?

Mendix Studio is a browser tool that allows you to create fully functioning apps. You can view and edit apps without going into the extensive details that Studio Pro provides. With Studio, you also have the capability to collaborate with other team members that may be using Studio Pro at any time.

One of the most obvious benefits of using Studio is that you can run it in your browser without having to install any additional software on your PC. This allows you, the user, to dive right into your project almost anywhere and with just about any computer.

Using Mendix Studio

First, let's get you into Studio. We'll start by creating a blank app or using a template. To create an app, simply click on Create App on the home page at the top right. The following screenshot shows how to do this:

Figure 3.1 – Create App

Now that the app has been created, let's get you into Studio. To do so, click on the Edit App dropdown...