What is Low-Code?
Platforms that reduce the amount of hand-written code needed to build applications, typically using visual builders with code escape hatches.
Low-code platforms (Retool, ToolJet, Appsmith) sit between no-code and traditional development. They provide visual builders for common patterns (forms, tables, dashboards) with the ability to write custom code for edge cases. Primarily used for internal tools by technical non-developers. Distinct from AI app builders, which generate complete standard code rather than running on a proprietary runtime.