No-Code & Custom App Development | Solution Tech Consulting

// overview

Rapid Application Development for Modern Teams

Your team has ideas that deserve to ship fast. We make that happen without sacrificing quality, scalability, or maintainability.

Traditional software development is slow, expensive, and often delivers something different from what was originally envisioned. By the time a feature ships through a conventional engineering pipeline, requirements have shifted, budgets have ballooned, and stakeholder enthusiasm has waned. Solution Tech Consulting takes a fundamentally different approach.

We leverage the most capable no-code and low-code platforms available today, including Bubble for full-featured web applications, Retool for internal tools and admin dashboards, Airtable for lightweight database-driven workflows, and Supabase for scalable backend services and real-time databases. When a project demands custom code, we build with modern frameworks and deploy on robust cloud infrastructure. The result is production-quality software delivered on timelines that would be impossible with traditional development.

Our app development practice covers the full spectrum: from rapid prototyping and user research through database architecture, interface design, integration development, testing, deployment, and post-launch optimization. We specialize in the kinds of applications that businesses need most, including internal operations tools, customer-facing portals, data management platforms, workflow automation interfaces, and MVP products for startups and innovation teams. Every application we build is designed to be maintained and extended by your team after handoff, with full documentation and knowledge transfer included.

For workflow automation and system integration, we connect applications to the rest of your technology stack using Make, Zapier, and custom API development. This means your new app does not live in a silo. It pulls data from your CRM, pushes updates to your project management tool, triggers notifications in Slack, and syncs with every other system your team relies on.

Custom application interface displaying a dashboard with data visualizations, navigation components, and integrated workflow elements

// what we build

Applications We Build for Clients

Every application is purpose-built for your workflows, your data, and your users. Here are the categories we work with most.

01

Internal Tools & Operations Dashboards

The backbone of operational efficiency. We build internal tools that centralize data, automate repetitive tasks, and give your team a single source of truth for decision-making. From inventory management systems and HR portals to financial reporting dashboards and project tracking platforms, these tools replace scattered spreadsheets and disconnected apps with purpose-built solutions. Using platforms like Retool and Supabase, we deliver these tools rapidly while maintaining enterprise-grade security and access controls.

2wk

Avg Delivery

60%

Time Savings

100%

Client Owned

02

Client-Facing Portals

Self-service portals that let your clients access information, submit requests, track progress, and communicate with your team without email chains or phone calls.

Secure authentication and role-based access
Real-time data and status updates
Document upload and sharing

03

MVPs & Product Prototypes

Validate your idea before investing in a full engineering team. We build functional MVPs that let you test with real users, gather feedback, and secure funding.

Functional prototype in 48 hours
User testing and feedback loops
Scalable architecture from day one

Database-Driven Applications

We design and build data-centric applications with proper schema design, relational modeling, and efficient query patterns. Whether you need a customer database, asset tracking system, or content management platform, we architect the data layer to scale with your business using Airtable, Supabase, or PostgreSQL depending on your requirements and growth trajectory.

Integration & Automation Hubs

Applications that serve as the central nervous system for your operations, connecting disparate tools and automating data flows between them. We build integration hubs using Make, Zapier, and custom API development that synchronize your CRM, accounting software, project management tools, and communication platforms into a unified, automated ecosystem.

Mobile-Responsive Web Apps

Every application we build is designed to work beautifully across desktop, tablet, and mobile devices. We follow responsive design best practices and test across browsers and screen sizes to ensure your team and your clients get a seamless experience regardless of how they access the application. Bubble and our custom frameworks support progressive web app (PWA) capabilities for native-like mobile experiences.

Multi-screen application mockup showing responsive internal tool interfaces across desktop and mobile devices

// process

Our App Development Process

A structured, four-phase process that moves you from initial concept to production launch with speed and predictability.

Phase 1

Discovery & Requirements

We start by understanding exactly what you need the application to do, who will use it, and how it fits into your existing workflows. This phase includes stakeholder interviews, user journey mapping, requirements documentation, and platform selection. We evaluate whether a no-code platform, low-code approach, or custom development is the best fit for your project based on complexity, scale, budget, and timeline requirements. The output is a detailed specification document and project plan with clear milestones.

3-5d

Duration

Full

Spec Included

Phase 2

Prototype & Validate

We build a working prototype within 48 hours that you can interact with, test, and provide feedback on before we invest in full development.

Interactive prototype with real data
User testing and feedback collection
Scope refinement before build begins

Phase 3-4

Build & Launch

We develop the full application in two-week sprint cycles, with demos and feedback at the end of each sprint. Launch includes documentation, training, and a warranty period.

Two-week sprint delivery cycles
Full documentation and knowledge transfer
Post-launch support and optimization

// platforms

No-Code & Development Platforms We Use

We select the right platform for each project based on complexity, scale, and long-term maintainability.

Bubble

Full-featured web application development with visual programming, database management, user authentication, and responsive design. Ideal for client portals, marketplaces, SaaS products, and complex workflow applications that need custom logic and multi-user functionality.

Retool

The fastest way to build internal tools, admin panels, and operations dashboards. Retool connects directly to your databases and APIs, letting us build powerful back-office applications with drag-and-drop components while maintaining full data control and security.

Airtable & Supabase

Airtable provides accessible, spreadsheet-like database management with powerful automation capabilities. Supabase offers a full PostgreSQL backend with real-time subscriptions, authentication, and storage. Together, they cover everything from lightweight data management to scalable production backends.

Make & Zapier

Workflow automation platforms that connect your applications to the rest of your tech stack. We build integration scenarios that sync data, trigger actions, and automate processes across hundreds of services including Salesforce, Slack, Google Workspace, QuickBooks, and more.

Custom Development

When no-code platforms cannot meet your requirements, we build with modern development frameworks and deploy on cloud infrastructure. Custom development is reserved for projects that need extremely high performance, unique functionality, or specialized security and compliance requirements.

Security & Compliance

Every application includes proper authentication, role-based access controls, data encryption, and audit logging. We follow security best practices regardless of platform and ensure your application meets industry-specific compliance requirements when applicable.

// proven results

App Development Case Studies

Real outcomes from our application development projects.

Inventory optimization dashboard showing real-time stock levels across multiple retail locations with demand forecasting charts

Retail & Distribution

Inventory Optimization Engine

A regional retail chain faced persistent stock imbalances across forty-plus locations. We created a demand-forecasting model paired with an automated reorder system that balances supply in real time, driving a thirty-five percent drop in overstock costs while virtually eliminating stockouts. We built the operator-facing dashboard and automated reorder interface on Retool, powered by a custom demand-forecasting model.

35%

Less Overstock

99.2%

Fill Rate

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Automated property valuation interface showing comparable market analysis and AI-generated assessment reports

Real Estate

Property Valuation Tool

We built a property valuation application that lets analysts input property details and receive AI-generated assessments in minutes, replacing a manual process that took over a week per property.

4x

Throughput

< 5min

Per Assessment

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App Development FAQ

Common questions about our no-code and custom application development services.

What is no-code app development?

No-code app development is the practice of building functional, production-ready software applications using visual development platforms that require little or no traditional programming. Tools like Bubble, Retool, Airtable, and Supabase allow developers to design interfaces, connect databases, set up authentication, and create business logic through drag-and-drop builders and configuration rather than writing code from scratch. This approach dramatically reduces development time and cost while still producing professional-grade applications.

How long does it take to build a custom application?

Timeline depends on complexity. A simple internal tool or dashboard can be prototyped within 48 hours and fully deployed in one to two weeks. Mid-complexity applications typically take three to six weeks. Full-featured MVPs with custom integrations and complex business logic are usually delivered within six to ten weeks.

What platforms do you build on?

We are platform-agnostic and select the right tool for each project. Our primary platforms include Bubble, Retool, Airtable, Supabase, and Make or Zapier for workflow automation. For projects requiring custom code, we build with modern frameworks and deploy on cloud infrastructure.

Will I own the application after it is built?

Yes. You retain full ownership of every application we build. We provide complete documentation, access credentials, and knowledge transfer so your team can manage, modify, and extend the application independently. We never lock clients into proprietary systems.

Can no-code apps handle enterprise-scale workloads?

Yes, when architected correctly. Modern no-code and low-code platforms like Bubble and Supabase can handle thousands of concurrent users, millions of database records, and complex business logic. The key is proper architecture, and we design every application with scalability in mind.

How much does custom app development cost?

Costs vary based on scope, platform, and complexity. No-code tools often save 60-80% compared to traditional development. We provide transparent, fixed-scope proposals after an initial discovery session with no hidden fees.

// related services

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