This Week in NoCode + AI

Building the AI-native knowledge platform | Allen Yang (Liminary CEO, ex-Google & Bubble)

In this episode of This Week in NoCode + AI, JJ sits down with Allen Yang, CEO and co-founder of Liminary — an AI-first startup redefining how we collect, organize, and recall knowledge.Before founding Liminary, Allen led product at Google Docs, Better Mortgage, and Bubble — giving him a rare perspective on how productivity tools have evolved (and where they’ve fallen short). Together, we unpack how GenAI is reshaping the way we work, why knowledge management remains unsolved, and how Liminary’s “automatic recall” feature could change everything for researchers, founders, and teams drowning in data.We also dive into what it takes to build an AI-powered startup today — from product-market fit and go-to-market strategy to standing out in an increasingly crowded space.🎧 Watch now to learn:• How Liminary is building the “AI that remembers everything”• Why product focus beats feature creep in early-stage startups• The real challenge behind AI adoption and user trustIf you’ve ever wished your tools could remember what you know, this episode is a must-watch.Learn more about Liminary: https://liminary.io/🎟️ Join our insider pass: https://app.myinsiderpass.com/pass/th...✅ Available on all platforms: Apple, Spotify, and YouTube.🧩 This Week’s Sponsor: AiriaEver wish your AI agents could actually work together — securely, across your entire business? That’s exactly what Airia makes possible. It’s an enterprise-grade AI orchestration platform that lets you build, deploy, and manage secure AI agents with no code required. Connect your data, automate workflows, and keep everything compliant with SOC 2 and HIPAA standards — all without getting locked into one model or vendor.Start your free 14-day trial at https://Airia.com ⏱️ Time Stamps00:29 Introducing My Insider Pass01:19 Interview with Alan, CEO of Ary01:28 Alan's Background in Product Management03:03 The Birth of Ary and Its Mission03:42 Challenges and Convictions in Starting Ary05:09 Understanding the Problem Space07:27 Introducing Ary's Ultimate Knowledge Recall Tool09:15 Live Demo of Ary's Features15:51 Future Vision and Roadmap for Ary17:31 Target Audience and Market Strategy21:20 Saving and Integrating Chat Data21:46 Expanding Knowledge Base Applications22:06 Future Development and Milestones23:53 Challenges in Go-to-Market Strategy26:11 Creative Marketing Tactics30:23 Fundraising and Growth Strategies37:31 The Future of AI and Adoption Challenges40:14 How to Access Our Product#ai #podcast #nocode #automation #workflows #aiagents #community #learning #academy #vibeocoding #bolt #hackathon #aicoding #builderio #bolt #lovable #memory #knowledge

Gregory John on the Future of NoCode, AI, and Education

In this episode, JJ interviews Gregory John, a leading figure in the no-code and AI coding world. Gregory recounts his journey from being a marketing professional and indie fashion photographer to becoming one of the top educators in no-code and AI-driven coding platforms. They explore how Gregory transitioned from traditional coding to no-code solutions like Bubble and eventually embraced AI coding technologies. Gregory shares insights into the challenges and opportunities in AI coding, his personal experiences teaching others, and where he sees the industry heading. Whether you're an entrepreneur, educator, or developer, this conversation offers valuable lessons and a glimpse into the future of tech development.Learn more about Buildcamp: https://www.buildcamp.io/🎓 Learn how to build AI Agents with JJ: https://nocodealliance.org/course-det...✅ Available on all platforms: Apple, Spotify, and YouTube.⏱️ Time Stamps01:29 Gregory John's Journey to No-Code04:17 Early Struggles and Breakthroughs06:15 Incubator Experience and Startup Challenges11:46 Transition to Education15:43 Joining Bubble and Expanding Horizons18:11 Embracing AI Coding22:25 Challenges in AI Coding Education23:12 Starting Fresh with Bubble Teach24:13 The Challenges of Teaching AI and No-Code25:44 The Importance of Prompt Engineering27:13 The Future of AI in Product Development32:14 The Role of Distribution in App Success37:48 The Mainstream Adoption of AI42:03 Courses and Final Thoughts#ai #podcast #nocode #automation #workflows #aiagents #community #learning #academy #vibeocoding #bolt #hackathon #aicoding #builderio #bolt #lovable

From Solo Founder to $80M Exit in 6 Months — The Base44 Bootstrapped Story with Maor Shlomo

In this episode, the host interviews Maor, the CEO of Base 44 and discusses the company's recent acquisition by Wix for $80 million. Maor shares his entrepreneurial journey, from founding his first data science company Explo in 2018 to raising $130 million and managing it for six and a half years. Transitioning from Explo, Maor delves into the launch and rapid growth of Base 44, an AI-driven app-building platform. He emphasizes user experience, the importance of community-driven growth, and offers a detailed demo of Base 44’s capabilities. Maor also outlines future plans under Wix, including more advanced AI app-building functionalities and a new app catalog for software distribution.Learn more about Base44: https://base44.com🎓 Learn how to build AI Agents with JJ: https://nocodealliance.org/course-det...✅ Available on all platforms: Apple, Spotify, and YouTube.⏱️ Time Stamps00:37 Founding Explo and Early Challenges01:25 Raising Funds and Market Strategies05:59 Transitioning from CEO to Builder09:08 The Birth of Base 4414:12 Demo of Base 4420:54 Simplifying AI App Building21:32 Admin Dashboards and Advanced Tools23:46 Building the MVP: Early Challenges26:03 Launching and Iterating31:53 Marketing Strategies and Viral Growth36:48 Wix Acquisition and Future Vision#ai #podcast #nocode #automation #workflows #aiagents #community #learning #academy #vibeocoding #bolt #hackathon #aicoding #builderio #bolt #lovable #base44

Vibe Coding With a Visual Interface | Demo with CEO

In this episode, JJ sits down with Steve, the co-founder and CEO of Builder.io, a leading platform in the visual coding space. Steve shares his journey from studying design and trying to build iOS apps without coding knowledge to becoming a proficient coder and eventually founding Builder.io. They discuss Builder.io's unique approach to visual coding, how it integrates with existing repositories, and its use of large language models to improve user experiences. Steve also demonstrates Builder.io's powerful features, including its visual development environment (VDE) and Figma integration, which enable both technical and non-technical users to contribute to the code base effectively. The discussion highlights the potential future of visual coding in enterprise environments and the growing importance of AI in software development.Learn more about Disco: https://builder.io🎓 Learn how to build AI Agents with JJ: https://nocodealliance.org/course-det...✅ Available on all platforms: Apple, Spotify, and YouTube.⏱️ Time Stamps00:31 Steve's Background and Journey01:24 Challenges in Coding and Early Startups02:19 The Birth of Builder.io03:07 Evolution and Success of Builder.io03:39 Visual CMS and AI Integration04:54 Fusion: The Next Step12:58 Customer Use Cases and Success Stories16:37 AI in Coding: Challenges and Solutions20:02 Live Demo and Features24:13 Exploring the Contact Page24:27 Switching to Design Mode24:49 Figma Style Editing25:08 Layer Management and Copy-Paste25:28 Applying Changes and Adding Prompts26:18 Fixing Errors and IDE Discussion26:42 Visual Development Environment (VDE)28:05 Figma Integration and Design Updates29:50 Weather Dashboard and Code Review34:34 Future of Visual Development35:06 Go-to-Market Strategy38:33 Target Users and Use Cases43:44 Building New Apps and Educational Tips45:24 Conclusion and Final Thoughts#ai #podcast #nocode #automation #workflows #aiagents #community #learning #academy #vibeocoding #bolt #hackathon #aicoding #builderio #bolt #lovable

From Near Shutdown to AI Powerhouse: The Bolt New Journey with Eric from Stack Blitz

Welcome to this week in NoCode + AI! Hosted by JJ Englert, this episode features an exclusive interview with Eric, the co-founder and CEO of Stack Blitz, now known as Bolt. The conversation delves into the turbulent yet inspiring journey of Bolt New, from the brink of shutting down to achieving a phenomenal $20 million in ARR within just two months. Eric shares insights into the challenges and pivots that led to this success, including the world's largest hackathon and a focus on non-developer users. The episode highlights major developments in the AI industry, including the acquisition saga surrounding Windsurf. JJ also announces a local AI training program he will be leading in Rochester. Tune in for a deep dive into Eric's entrepreneurial spirit, the growth of Bolt New, and the ever-evolving AI landscape.Learn more about Disco: https://bolt.new🎓 Learn how to build AI Agents with JJ: https://nocodealliance.org/course-det...✅ Available on all platforms: Apple, Spotify, and YouTube.⏱️ Time Stamps00:50 The Windsurf Acquisition Drama02:28 AI Industry Insights and Local Training Program03:39 Interview with Eric from Bolt: Beginnings and Early Projects06:24 Challenges and Pivots in Stack Blitz's Journey11:43 The Success of Bolt and Future Plans18:32 Fundraising and Market Strategy22:23 Adapting to a New Target Audience25:28 Non-Technical Users and Hackathon Overview26:04 Hackathon Takeaways and User Success27:29 Building Real Products and AI Integration28:23 The Genesis of the Hackathon29:46 Executing the World's Largest Hackathon31:13 Community Involvement and Event Highlights33:42 Post-Hackathon Reflections and Future Plans35:34 Innovative Hackathon Submissions39:40 Future of Bolt and Vibe Coding44:20 Getting Started with Bolt New44:58 Conclusion and Final Thoughts#ai #podcast #nocode #automation #workflows #aiagents #community #learning #academy #vibeocoding #bolt #hackathon #aicoding