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AI Agents: Not a Trend — a Necessity

AI Agents: Not a Trend — a Necessity

Anthropic's research (March 2026) shows AI already covers up to 75% of tasks in several occupations, yet real-world usage is just a third of its potential. Youth hiring into exposed roles has slowed by 14% — an early sign the market is shifting. Whoever builds AI agent infrastructure first wins. Directual provides everything you need without code, and its free course gets you started in an hour.

March 10, 2026
by
Pavel Ershov
2025 Black Friday Sale from Directual

2025 Black Friday Sale from Directual

Inside Directual

We’re back with the big one. After a stellar reaction last year, we’re doubling down — the same unbeatable deal, extended dates, even more opportunity. From November 17 to November 30, this isn’t a “maybe” — it’s your moment to jump.

November 17, 2025
by
Pavel Ershov
AI Agents in 2025: Why 95% of Corporate Projects Fail — and How to Join the Successful 5%

AI Agents in 2025: Why 95% of Corporate Projects Fail — and How to Join the Successful 5%

Artificial intelligence

While some companies pour millions into flashy ChatGPT demos and get zero results, others are already making millions from AI agents. Why do 95% of corporate AI projects fail — and how can you join the successful 5%? Let’s unpack MIT data, real-world cases, and how agentic systems with memory and learning are changing the rules of the game.

November 8, 2025
by
Nikita Navalikhin
Low-coding vs Pure Vibe-coding: Finding the Balance Between Speed and Architecture

Low-coding vs Pure Vibe-coding: Finding the Balance Between Speed and Architecture

Market insights
Artificial intelligence

Two mindsets are clashing: the fast-flowing vibe-coding, where AI drives creativity, and the structured low-coding, where control and architecture matter. This article explores how to balance the two.

October 12, 2025
by
Pavel Ershov
Directual Update: Modal Windows, Scenario Connections, Object Path

Directual Update: Modal Windows, Scenario Connections, Object Path

Product updates

September’s update brings modal windows, scenario connections, object path viz with shareable URLs, ArrayLink tables, socket redirects, quick app switcher, and chat upgrades — plus plenty of fixes and speed boosts.

September 29, 2025
by
Nikita Navalikhin
Directual Update: Multilingual UI, Dark Mode, Step & Component Copy

Directual Update: Multilingual UI, Dark Mode, Step & Component Copy

Product updates

We’ve rolled out an update that transforms everyday work on the platform. This release brings eight-language support, long-awaited Dark Mode, smart copying of steps and sections, new icons, an improved SQL step, and several other handy enhancements.

July 27, 2025
by
Pavel Ershov
S stands for Solopreneur: How to Build a Million-Dollar Business Alone in 2025

S stands for Solopreneur: How to Build a Million-Dollar Business Alone in 2025

Artificial intelligence
Market insights

Imagine launching and scaling a startup entirely on your own, without a large team or substantial investment. In 2025, this vision is a reality, thanks to the powerful combination of artificial intelligence (AI) and no-code platforms. This isn't just a trend; it's a genuine entrepreneurial revolution, and you can become part of it right now.

July 3, 2025
by
Pavel Ershov
10 Myths That Block You From Building Real AI Agents

10 Myths That Block You From Building Real AI Agents

Artificial intelligence

Many teams overestimate what LLMs can do and build their systems based on myths. This article breaks down 10 common misconceptions about AI agents — from “just plug in ChatGPT” to “you need your own fine-tuning” — and explains what it really takes to build a working system around a language model.

June 4, 2025
by
Pavel Ershov
6 steps towards competitive analysis: no-coder edition

6 steps towards competitive analysis: no-coder edition

Market insights

No-code boss? Crush the competition with this ultimate guide to competitive analysis. 6 steps to uncover insights, seize opportunities, and dominate your industry!

March 26, 2025
by
Pavel Ershov
Announcing Directual Black Friday Sale!

Announcing Directual Black Friday Sale!

Product updates

Get up to 60% off on annual Directual plans! Read more about the deal inside.

November 26, 2024
by
Pavel Ershov
The Ultimate Guide to No-Code Developer Productivity

The Ultimate Guide to No-Code Developer Productivity

Market insights

Bye-bye, pointless productivity metrics! Hello, developer happiness and real results. 🚀 Uncover the secrets to supercharging your engineering team's output without the drama.

October 25, 2024
by
Pavel Ershov
A Full Guide to No-Code Incident Management Systems

A Full Guide to No-Code Incident Management Systems

Market insights

Things break all the time, and without an IMS, tracking issues is hell. This guide will show you how to deal with it the right way.

October 16, 2024
by
Eugene Doronin
Low-code vs No-code: Who's the Winner?

Low-code vs No-code: Who's the Winner?

Market insights

Ditch the code and join the low-code/no-code revolution! Get the power of rapid app development, process automation, and innovation without breaking a sweat (or your budget). Get ready to drag, drop, and amaze with the easy way to build custom apps.

October 9, 2024
by
Nikita Navalikhin
Introducing Directual Certification and Hire an Expert

Introducing Directual Certification and Hire an Expert

Product updates

Hire devs to build stuff! Offer your own stuff-building services! All of this, right in Directual’s interface. Jump in to learn more.

September 21, 2024
by
Pavel Ershov
No-Code Support: Chatbots, AI, and Everything You Need to Know

No-Code Support: Chatbots, AI, and Everything You Need to Know

Artificial intelligence
Market insights

Is customer support AI a dud or something you can confidently introduce into your workflows? See the answers within.

September 11, 2024
by
Eugene Doronin
WhatsApp Chatbots for Business: No-Nonsense Guide for 2024

WhatsApp Chatbots for Business: No-Nonsense Guide for 2024

Market insights

WhatsApp is the ultimate customer engagement battlefield. Explore real-world success stories, learn the ropes of building your own chatbot, and stay ahead with insights into future trends.

September 5, 2024
by
Eugene Doronin
Top 20 AI Chatbot Tools to Supercharge Your No-Coding Journey

Top 20 AI Chatbot Tools to Supercharge Your No-Coding Journey

Artificial intelligence

AI chatbot showdown! Get the scoop on who's hot, who's not, and how to spin up your own AI sidekick to ultimate no-code productivity.

August 28, 2024
by
Eugene Doronin
OpenID and OAuth: The Gateway to Secure Online Experience

OpenID and OAuth: The Gateway to Secure Online Experience

Market insights
Product updates

OpenID Connect is a strong authentication protocol that simplifies and, more importantly, secures user authentication across multiple platforms. Integrating OpenID Connect with Directual allows any company, regardless of size, to improve access to internal applications, boost security, and even improve user experience.

August 14, 2024
by
Eugene Doronin
All you should know about Telegram Mini Apps in 2024

All you should know about Telegram Mini Apps in 2024

Market insights

The real money is within Telegram Mini Apps—proper apps capable of anything, right within Telegam Messenger interface. See why they’re worth your time.

August 6, 2024
by
Pavel Ershov
Hamster Kombat: Why is it so popular?

Hamster Kombat: Why is it so popular?

Market insights

The ultimate tapper that earns you money. How does it work? Can you build one yourself? The answers to all these questions are within. Read up, fellas!

July 15, 2024
by
Eugene Doronin
Top 5 Innovative Telegram Mini Apps

Top 5 Innovative Telegram Mini Apps

Market insights

Telegram Mini Apps—more than just fun & games! See the top innovators of Q2 2024.

July 9, 2024
by
Eugene Doronin
Telegram Stars: what is that and how does it work with no-code

Telegram Stars: what is that and how does it work with no-code

Market insights
Product updates

Telegram Stars + Telegram Mini Apps + No-code = $$$! See how this works and how to get started.

June 27, 2024
by
Eugene Doronin
A no-coder’s guide to The Open Network and Toncoins

A no-coder’s guide to The Open Network and Toncoins

Web3 and Blockchain

Witnessed the meteoric rise of the Toncoin and want to build your own thing with it? This guide will tell you all about Toncoin, and how it works.

June 15, 2024
by
Nikita Navalikhin
Directual Pricing update: June 2024

Directual Pricing update: June 2024

Product updates
Inside Directual

See the latest changes to our pricing.

May 30, 2024
by
Pavel Ershov
Top 10 no-code form builder platforms for 2024

Top 10 no-code form builder platforms for 2024

Product updates
Market insights

Got a form for someone to fill out but no desire to code-monkey the whole thing? Look no further—10 options to choose from, right here.

May 13, 2024
by
Pavel Ershov
No-code: compliance and security

No-code: compliance and security

Market insights

Thinking no-code platforms will run away with your data? Think again, or better yet—read this and it’ll help you sleep at night.

April 30, 2024
by
Pavel Ershov
Top 7 no-code data extraction and scraping tools for 2024

Top 7 no-code data extraction and scraping tools for 2024

Market insights

Got data you need to yoink but not sure how? Go the no-code way—let someone do it for you. This list will help you pick your winner.

April 26, 2024
by
Nikita Navalikhin
Workflow optimization: 12 strategies for no-coders

Workflow optimization: 12 strategies for no-coders

Market insights

Things going down the drain? Little tasks taking forever to deliver? No one knows what to do? Here’s 12 whacks you can dish out to nail the processes back in place.

April 17, 2024
by
Pavel Ershov
No-coding and affiliate marketing: top 10 directions for 2024

No-coding and affiliate marketing: top 10 directions for 2024

Market insights

Discover how affiliate marketing can turn your online presence into profit by focusing on niche markets. Monetize blogs and social media effortlessly.

April 5, 2024
by
Eugene Doronin
Introducing a new way to earn D-coins!

Introducing a new way to earn D-coins!

Product updates

Earn D-coins by shouting about Directual everywhere! See the full list of rewards for your social network activities.

March 27, 2024
by
Pavel Ershov
How to make the most out of Directual’s pricing and resource limits

How to make the most out of Directual’s pricing and resource limits

Inside Directual

For everyone on the fence about trying and worrying about the small print: see in depth how Directual pricing and operational limits work! The platform is as pay-as-you-go as it gets.

March 19, 2024
by
Pavel Ershov
Creating an employee portal with no-code

Creating an employee portal with no-code

Market insights

Imagine HR as a wild jungle. A bit more civilized though, thanks to the order of no-code development. See how you too can tame it.

March 14, 2024
by
Pavel Ershov
Do you need a Telegram bot for your business in 2024?

Do you need a Telegram bot for your business in 2024?

Market insights

Yes, you do—especially if you’re in an area where it’s used a lot. Don’t really know? Hop in, check out primo data on Telegram bot use, as well as handy instructions on how to make one.

March 7, 2024
by
Nikita Navalikhin
Directual Update: refreshed API-builder

Directual Update: refreshed API-builder

Product updates

This short article will walk you through our latest API builder update, including new features such as updated API endpoints menu, visual editing for filters, new endpoint testing menu, new functionality, and more. Let's get started.

February 21, 2024
by
Eugene Doronin
Top 5 no-code AI website builders

Top 5 no-code AI website builders

Artificial intelligence
Market insights

Want a beautiful website but can’t be bothered with coding? Just want to press a button and see magic happen? Good news—it’s possible. Bad news—not too well. See how this works in our top 5 AI website builder list.

February 18, 2024
by
Pavel Ershov
12 customers acquisition no-code strategies for 2024

12 customers acquisition no-code strategies for 2024

Market insights

Need more users? Get an XL coffee mug, fill it up with espresso, and take a look at this behemoth. We’ve got all of it covered. Yes, all of it.

February 14, 2024
by
Pavel Ershov
A no-coder’s guide to CX a.k.a Customer Experience

A no-coder’s guide to CX a.k.a Customer Experience

Market insights

Get the overview on CX—your guide to no-code customer experience management.

February 7, 2024
by
Pavel Ershov
Top 10 platforms for internal tools

Top 10 platforms for internal tools

Market insights

Tired of waiting on developers to deliver that HR admin portal? That crusty CRM addon? Do it yourself—here are the tools that will help.

February 5, 2024
by
Pavel Ershov
Generate logos instantly with Directual—a short guide

Generate logos instantly with Directual—a short guide

Product updates
Artificial intelligence

No need to fuss over your logos anymore. Discover how Directual can help you generate logos right in the platform—and why it’s worth a shot.

January 31, 2024
by
Pavel Ershov
Directual Update: The Latest and Greatest New Features

Directual Update: The Latest and Greatest New Features

Product updates

New year, new updates! AI logo generator, ES13, Hindi and Portuguese localization, and much more

January 20, 2024
by
Eugene Doronin
Maximizing Business Success: The Power of KPI Tracking

Maximizing Business Success: The Power of KPI Tracking

Market insights

Time to explore the critical role of key performance indicators in benchmarking business success. Step away from no-coding matters for a bit and learn about the basics of KPI tracking, benefits, key examples, and best practices for implementation.

January 16, 2024
by
Eugene Doronin
Mastering Responsive Web Design with No-code: A Comprehensive Guide

Mastering Responsive Web Design with No-code: A Comprehensive Guide

Market insights

Responsive web design is a must these days. This comprehensive guide aims to unravel some of the secrets of responsive web design, exploring its meaning, components, implementation, and integration with no-code solutions such as Directual. So, go get a coffee, no-coder, we have a topic to discuss.

January 6, 2024
by
Eugene Doronin
The answer to all AI things: 42 AI platforms to check out in 2024

The answer to all AI things: 42 AI platforms to check out in 2024

Market insights
Artificial intelligence

Your Hitchhiker’s Mega Guide to AI Platforms. Dive in, see what goodies you can use in 2024 that are also no-code and AI-powered.

January 3, 2024
by
Pavel Ershov
The Journey of Directual: 2023 Recap and 2024 Teasers

The Journey of Directual: 2023 Recap and 2024 Teasers

Inside Directual

As 2023 draws to a close, it is time to sum up and share a little bit about what is in store for you in 2024. And, of course, to unveil our little gift for you.

December 31, 2023
by
Eugene Doronin
The ultimate guide to AI chatbots for ecommerce

The ultimate guide to AI chatbots for ecommerce

Market insights

If you are not using an AI overlord chatbot for your customer service, you’re seriously missing out. This complete guide will convince you to build one today.

December 18, 2023
by
Pavel Ershov
9 ecommerce marketing strategies done wrong

9 ecommerce marketing strategies done wrong

Market insights

Abandoned carts out of control? Can’t get more customers for your shop? Too bad! Here are some more common pitfalls ecommerce businesses fall into and how to crawl out of them.

December 12, 2023
by
Pavel Ershov
A short guide to no-code project management platforms

A short guide to no-code project management platforms

Market insights

Are you a disgruntled project manager tired of waiting on the IT team to build something for you? Do it yourself! This guide will show you how.

December 5, 2023
by
Pavel Ershov
Complete guide to no-code MVPs in 2024

Complete guide to no-code MVPs in 2024

Market insights

Got a cool idea you want to turn into tons of money? You’re in luck—this giant article will help you get started, A to Z.

November 30, 2023
by
Pavel Ershov
How good is ChatGPT at programming on its own?

How good is ChatGPT at programming on its own?

Artificial intelligence

There is a reason why ChatGPT works best in tandem with no-code platforms like Directual. Take a dive into its intricacies and learn why it is what it is, and how it can be more.

November 24, 2023
by
Nikita Navalikhin
DX as a competitive advantage—Directual’s take on UX vs. DX

DX as a competitive advantage—Directual’s take on UX vs. DX

Inside Directual
Market insights

The tides are shifting. First, it was the users’ whim that decided what comes forth and what doesn’t. Now, it’s developers who get that privilege. Learn more about DX and UX in this short article.

November 20, 2023
by
Pavel Ershov
Top 10 no-code platforms for 2024

Top 10 no-code platforms for 2024

Market insights

Discover the top no-code platforms for 2024, such as Directual, Draftbit, Bubble, and more, each with their unique strengths. Learn how to choose the right platform based on your requirements. Experience the no-code revolution where DIY app development meets AI, reshaping the digital world for everyone.

November 12, 2023
by
Eugene Doronin
No-coding and startups. How does it work?

No-coding and startups. How does it work?

Market insights

No-code platforms make starting a business easy and affordable. Got an idea? Turn it into reality without tech hurdles.

November 2, 2023
by
Pavel Ershov
Exploring the difference between web apps and websites

Exploring the difference between web apps and websites

Market insights

Unpack the evolution and key differences between no-code web apps and websites in this guide. From the first-ever website to the rise of specialized SaaS platforms, get insights that help you decide which one you should build.

October 23, 2023
by
Nikita Navalikhin
No-code document generation

No-code document generation

Product updates
Market insights

Got a whole lot of PDFs to create and too little time? You’re in luck. See how it’s done with Directual in a few clicks.

October 17, 2023
by
Nikita Navalikhin
A short guide to visual programming

A short guide to visual programming

Market insights

Visual programming? What the heck is that? This short article will explain the brief history of simplifying programming because anyone should be able to create.

October 2, 2023
by
Pavel Ershov
Directual LTD upgrades are available

Directual LTD upgrades are available

Product updates

Lifetime deal user? We’ve got a treat for you—upgrade your lifetime deal to suit your needs. Business plan-level features, 30x the resource limits, additional seats, and more.

September 24, 2023
by
Pavel Ershov
Top 7 No-Code Game Engines in 2023: Comparison Guide

Top 7 No-Code Game Engines in 2023: Comparison Guide

Market insights

No-code, but for…games? Is that a thing? Absolutely. For all aspiring game devs, we’ve made a list of top no-code game engines, with pros, cons, and whatnot. Check them out.

September 6, 2023
by
Eugene Doronin
Directual-GPT: an AI-based no-code generator!

Directual-GPT: an AI-based no-code generator!

Artificial intelligence
Product updates

You don’t even need to stick logic cubes together. Discover how you can build no-code apps with just a text prompt in Directual.

September 3, 2023
by
Nikita Navalikhin
Inside Directual | How we organized a dashboard on Direcutal

Inside Directual | How we organized a dashboard on Direcutal

Inside Directual

Today we're starting a series of videos about how Directual is built from the inside out. We’ll look at our dashboard, which collects information from the questionnaire you saw when you first registered on the platform.

August 28, 2023
by
Pavel Ershov
What is API as a Service: A Comprehensive Guide

What is API as a Service: A Comprehensive Guide

Market insights

This comprehensive guide is the logical follow-up to another long read on APIs. The goal of this article is to break down the complexities of the ‘API as a Service’ model to help you understand its functionality, benefits, and real-world applications.

August 23, 2023
by
Eugene Doronin
PostgreSQL vs MySQL: Key Differences

PostgreSQL vs MySQL: Key Differences

Market insights

Let’s see the sparring match between two database titans and see why people choose one, or the other, or something else entirely. After all, whoever does the numbers, runs the show.

August 7, 2023
by
Nikita Navalikhin
No-code Charts for your no-code Dashboards

No-code Charts for your no-code Dashboards

Product updates

Check out what you no-code with our latest plugin you can find in our Directual marketplace! Pie charts, line charts, bar charts, everything charts—now a part of the platform.

August 4, 2023
by
Pavel Ershov
Asynchronous vs. Synchronous Programming: Key Differences

Asynchronous vs. Synchronous Programming: Key Differences

Market insights

To sync or to async…weird as questions go, but that is one. This short article will help you determine which approach is best, and if you should bother yourself with choosing in the first place.

July 24, 2023
by
Nikita Navalikhin
Introducing Directual Marketplace

Introducing Directual Marketplace

Inside Directual
Product updates

It’s raining plugins! Check out our new Marketplace, now ripe with all sorts of plugins and modules you’ve been looking for. Anyone can contribute, buy, and sell plugins as well.

July 20, 2023
by
Nikita Navalikhin
Top 7 No-Code Database Tools for Your Business in 2023

Top 7 No-Code Database Tools for Your Business in 2023

Market insights

Building a proper database that will scale with no-code is a common headache for everyone who gets into the no-code development field. It’s hard to believe that it will scale, after all, it’s a database that is managed somewhere else, in a way. Can it be trusted to handle the load?

July 9, 2023
by
Pavel Ershov
What Is App Scaling and Why Scalability Matters?

What Is App Scaling and Why Scalability Matters?

Market insights

So, you want to grow big, you want to grow fast. Turns out there are parallels to both no-code and traditional development that can help you with that. A rare article on scaling, suitable for both no-coders and the old guard.

June 24, 2023
by
Nikita Navalikhin
REST API vs API: What’s the difference?

REST API vs API: What’s the difference?

Market insights

Ever wondered what is the difference between a regular API and a REST API? Well, wonder no more. Check out this cut-to-the-chase overview.

June 13, 2023
by
Eugene Doronin
Top No-Code App Builders For 2023: A Comprehensive Review

Top No-Code App Builders For 2023: A Comprehensive Review

Market insights

Looking for a no-code platform that suits your needs? Check out our in-depth, absolutely not-biased (no, really! We love competition) review of no-code apps that rock in 2023.

June 8, 2023
by
Pavel Ershov
What is a Cloud-Native Application? A detailed guide

What is a Cloud-Native Application? A detailed guide

Market insights

Cloud-native apps are not just traditional apps wearing a cloud costume. From their microservices architectures to self-healing abilities, this article will cover all of it. There’s also a hefty serving of no-code wisdom in this knowledge feast because we know that’s why you’re really here!

June 4, 2023
by
Nikita Navalikhin
Software Documentation and No-Code: The Guide

Software Documentation and No-Code: The Guide

Market insights

Software documentation is essential because it can help users understand how to use your software, inform developers and other stakeholders about technical aspects of your project, and help ensure that the development process is consistent and repeatable. In addition, well-written software documentation can help improve the overall user experience.

May 20, 2023
by
Eugene Doronin
Changes to Directual Free plan

Changes to Directual Free plan

Inside Directual
Product updates

The freemium pricing plan is about to become a thing of the past. This short post will explain why and how the trial mode now works with Directual.

May 16, 2023
by
Pavel Ershov
SQL vs. NoSQL Databases: Differences Explained

SQL vs. NoSQL Databases: Differences Explained

Market insights

Discover the differences between SQL and NoSQL. Spoiler alert: it’s not the word “No”. Although it is in a way? Bonus, find out why Directual is using NoSQL and how you can get a headstart on all things databases faster.

May 13, 2023
by
Nikita Navalikhin
Most Popular Backend Frameworks of 2023: In-Depth Comparison & Analysis

Most Popular Backend Frameworks of 2023: In-Depth Comparison & Analysis

Market insights

Backend frameworks come in many flavors, many of them spicy. This exhaustive guide will help you decide which one to try first, and how to determine if it’s right for your project.

May 5, 2023
by
Nikita Navalikhin
Most appealing color combinations for your next no-code design

Most appealing color combinations for your next no-code design

Market insights

Time to explore the colors of the rainbow! Step away from backend and databases for a bit and learn everything about the powers of color, and how to use them in your projects. A little bonus is waiting for our readers at the end of the article, too.

April 25, 2023
by
Eugene Doronin
Our thoughts on AI when it comes to no-code platforms

Our thoughts on AI when it comes to no-code platforms

Artificial intelligence

Time to answer some big questions: will AI make no-code platforms obsolete? Is it easier to just build projects with ChatGPT or similar tools? The short answer to both: no. The long answer to both: nooooooo, read more in our article on the matter.

April 17, 2023
by
Eugene Doronin
Flutter vs React Native: Picking a better option in 2023

Flutter vs React Native: Picking a better option in 2023

Market insights

Mobile app development frameworks come in many shapes and forms, and these two are the best on the taste-to-price ratio. Discover which one you should choose when it comes to mobile app development.

April 10, 2023
by
Nikita Navalikhin
JSON and XML: Which one is better for no-coders?

JSON and XML: Which one is better for no-coders?

Market insights

See why JSON is better for no-code platforms (whoops, spoiler alert!) and take a look at the complete comparison between JSON and XML formats.

April 5, 2023
by
Eugene Doronin
Top 10 Free Drag and Drop Mobile App Builders in 2023

Top 10 Free Drag and Drop Mobile App Builders in 2023

Market insights

Building mobile apps can be fun and fast at the same time — thanks to app builders. This article will gloss over 10 candidates for the job — and which one to pick for your project.

March 28, 2023
by
Leo Khellenbrand
Why Directual is great for no-code software development agencies

Why Directual is great for no-code software development agencies

Market insights

Why indeed! It’s strong, it connects to anything, it has eye candy, and it has an affiliate program! But, look inside and discover how your dev agency can truly capitalize on our no-code platform.

March 19, 2023
by
Pavel Ershov
Most Popular Frontend Frameworks

Most Popular Frontend Frameworks

Market insights

Discover the best frontend frameworks for your projects by exploring the most popular options available in 2023 (our personal vote goes to React, spoiler alert).

March 15, 2023
by
Nikita Navalikhin
How to build a no-code CRM with Directual

How to build a no-code CRM with Directual

Market insights

Tired of paying tons of money to CRM vendors? Build your own! It’s far simpler and cheaper than it seems. Check out this article and learn how to get started with your first CRM iteration in 15 minutes.

March 14, 2023
by
Leo Khellenbrand
Build an app without coding: a step-by-step guide

Build an app without coding: a step-by-step guide

Market insights

Discover the easiest way to build an app without coding. Follow this step-by-step guide and learn how to create your own app with no programming knowledge. Start now!

March 9, 2023
by
Leo Khellenbrand
Update March 2023: New website, Amazon S3 plugin, proxy for HTTP request

Update March 2023: New website, Amazon S3 plugin, proxy for HTTP request

Product updates

Directual now supports Amazon Simple Storage Service (Amazon S3) and configurable proxies for the HTTP request step, making the platform even more flexible. We've updated the look of our website and added new sections, a no-code academy, real-world case studies, and more.

March 6, 2023
by
Eugene Doronin
No-code Web2 and Web3 with Directual: a short guide

No-code Web2 and Web3 with Directual: a short guide

Web3 and Blockchain

In the beginning…there wasn’t much to do. In this article, we’ll explore the journey of the internet to what it is today, and where it will be tomorrow. Learn how to make your own taking the best from Web2 and Web3 at the same time!

March 1, 2023
by
Leo Khellenbrand
OpenAI + Directual part 2: Connecting ChatGPT to scenarios

OpenAI + Directual part 2: Connecting ChatGPT to scenarios

Artificial intelligence
Product updates

Check out how to integrate ChatGPT with Directual and use it with scenarios! It’s your perfect companion and aide now, available free of charge on both ends.

February 4, 2023
by
Nikita Navalikhin
Announcing OpenAI + Directual: no-code even faster and better!

Announcing OpenAI + Directual: no-code even faster and better!

Artificial intelligence
Product updates

OpenAI is coming to Directual, with a fantastic benefit: converting plain text queries into code! If you ever wanted to simply tell your no-code app what you want in your own words and witness how it all comes together on its own - here’s how it’s going to work!

January 17, 2023
by
Pavel Ershov
No-code in 2022, and the future ahead

No-code in 2022, and the future ahead

Market insights
Web3 and Blockchain

See what impact 2022 made on the no-code community and what future awaits it. Spoiler alert: it’s going to be great! As an added bonus, we’ve included a recap of the journey Directual made through the year. Enjoy!

December 31, 2022
by
Leo Khellenbrand
Update December 2022: Smarter filters, templating, and web page builder

Update December 2022: Smarter filters, templating, and web page builder

Product updates

New update! Filtering is now even more awesome, smart inputs are more efficient and predictive, hotkeys, kanban updates & more! The whole bag of Christmas gifts!

December 27, 2022
by
Nikita Navalikhin
How Directual’s webpage builder differs from others

How Directual’s webpage builder differs from others

Market insights

Check out this quick article to learn all about Directual’s UI capabilities, and how you can capitalize on it the most. Pretty web-apps in 15 minutes are not a myth – step-by-step instructions are enclosed within.

November 24, 2022
by
Leo Khellenbrand
Execute operations with NFTs using no-code on Directual

Execute operations with NFTs using no-code on Directual

Web3 and Blockchain
Product updates

Full-on web3 functionality is now at the tip of your fingers. Discover all about smart contracts, NFTs, and how to build complete blockchain projects yourself leveraging Directual no-code (sometimes – low-code) approach.

November 21, 2022
by
Nikita Navalikhin
Introducing Kanban: advanced, customizable, and pretty

Introducing Kanban: advanced, customizable, and pretty

Product updates

Kanban boards are now a highly effective drag-n-drop element in Directual! Perfect for internal apps, CRMs, marketplaces, and more! Learn how to use it in your own projects, super-fast.

November 3, 2022
by
Pavel Ershov
Swagger, an API powerhouse, now available in Directual

Swagger, an API powerhouse, now available in Directual

Product updates

Introducing support for Swagger, a fantastic OpenAPI tool you can use with Directual absolutely free of charge!

September 29, 2022
by
Pavel Ershov
Turning a dApp idea into an MVP

Turning a dApp idea into an MVP

Web3 and Blockchain

Ever wondered what steps you need to take to create a dApp? Well, we’ve laid it all for you! Be advised: it’s a long read. Get a cup of something hot and discover what you need to get started.

September 23, 2022
by
Nikita Navalikhin
Directual + Polygon = ❤️

Directual + Polygon = ❤️

Web3 and Blockchain
Product updates

Our platform supports even more blockchain solutions! Enjoy the Polygon plugin for quick creation of crypto products straight on Directual, hassle-free.

September 12, 2022
by
Nikita Navalikhin
Update August 2022: Tons of new stuff!

Update August 2022: Tons of new stuff!

Product updates

Meet new Directual features and integrations! Kanban, Socket.io, CDN options, custom code, and much more.

August 30, 2022
by
Nikita Navalikhin
No-code, scalability, and how it all works – with the right stack

No-code, scalability, and how it all works – with the right stack

Market insights

Some people believe the codeless approach is limited, and can only be used for an MVP. Not true! In this short article, discover why sometimes no code doesn’t work, and where it does.

August 26, 2022
by
Leo Khellenbrand
The perfect match for agencies and freelancers: Teams!

The perfect match for agencies and freelancers: Teams!

Market insights
Product updates

Our platform is more than just means to an end when it comes to building an MVP, scaling it to a full product, launching a crypto service, or building a spaceship. It can also be a fantastic choice for software development agencies and freelancers seeking to help other businesses tackle their development needs.

August 22, 2022
by
Pavel Ershov
What is JSON and how to use it with no-code tools

What is JSON and how to use it with no-code tools

Market insights

Discover what JSON data exchange format is and the best tool to make use of it. Turns out it’s even easier than seems, so long as you know what you need. A deep dive into JSON, waiting for you hidden behind the cover picture.

August 9, 2022
by
Nikita Navalikhin
Directual and NEAR

Directual and NEAR

Product updates
Web3 and Blockchain

We’re happy to introduce NEAR support in our Directual platform! The NEAR Protocol eliminates the barriers to web3 adoption. It supports high speeds and low fees. Now you can integrate your Directual-based apps with NEAR blockchain with a freshly backed plugin. Moreover, you can find NEAR among payment methods!

May 19, 2022
by
Nikita Navalikhin
New Directual Billing — and how we built it

New Directual Billing — and how we built it

Product updates
Inside Directual

Big news: we’ve updated the billing section on our platform! That’s the module responsible for calculating virtually everything: tariff plans, developer seats, the cost of on-demand resources depending on the plan, discounts, and promo codes. Long story short, it’s a rather sophisticated part of the platform, built on the platform itself! Find the breakdown of it all below, folks.

April 28, 2022
by
Leo Khellenbrand
No-coding for web3-apps

No-coding for web3-apps

Web3 and Blockchain

Hello, folks! Only a true hermit didn’t hear of blockchain’s march across the world, and yet this topic is still shrouded in mystery. Questions pop up all over: what’s blockchain? How does it work? What’s web3? How does it all connect with Directual? Well, it connects… directly, hehe. In this short article, you’ll learn what blockchain and web3 are, and how you can build your own blockchain products on Directual!

March 23, 2022
by
Nikita Navalikhin
The state of no-code/low-code market, 2022

The state of no-code/low-code market, 2022

Market insights

Ever since the COVID-19 pandemic has begun, things have been rather frantic. The IT world has shot upwards like a rocket, and that includes no-code/low-code solutions. The question is..it’s been a couple of years. What’s up with the market now? Is it worthwhile to get there, what’s the situation in general?

February 10, 2022
by
Pavel Ershov
January 2022. New platform features

January 2022. New platform features

Product updates

We are happy to introduce the immense release of the platform that includes solid improvements of the Directual web-page builder. You may apply Directual as a full-stack tool for building complex multipage web-apps like customer portals, CRMs, marketplaces, etc. Just have a look at a sample app from the upcoming showcase section of our website!

January 31, 2022
by
Nikita Navalikhin
Directual has closed a funding round

Directual has closed a funding round

Inside Directual

In December 2021 Directual has closed a funding round led by Sistema SmartTech and JointJourney. That’ll help us to introduce more powerful features, to add more comprehensive tutorials and templates, and to invest in the Directual community. The founders are excited to share their vision for further company development.

December 15, 2021
by
Pavel Ershov
October 2021. New platform features

October 2021. New platform features

Product updates

Fresh platform release contains such long-awaited features as file uploading from forms, white-label option for the portal. We’ve also implemented a plethora of UI-improvements for smoother user experience.

October 3, 2021
by
Nikita Navalikhin
Low-code's application in different industries

Low-code's application in different industries

Market insights

Low-code tech is taking the business industry by storm! This simple coding solution allows even non-IT staff to craft programs and applications that fit their industry's needs. In this article, we'll tell you precisely how low-code benefits multiple sectors of society with its intuitive and easy-to-use system.

August 29, 2021
by
Allison M Calamy
Plugins

Plugins

Product updates

There have always been a lot of tech savvy people among Directual community members who were ready to apply their skills for developing platform extensions. Today Directual team is happy to provide such people with plugin features! Having that functionality, any person is able to develop and deliver a plugin like a connection with CRM or with a payment system.

July 29, 2021
by
Nikita Navalikhin
How to craft an ideal Public Roadmap

How to craft an ideal Public Roadmap

Inside Directual
Market insights

Directual product development roadmap goes public! There you can find the current development pipeline, upvote the features you like most, request new ones and subscribe for the updates. Of course, the roadmap is developed on the platform. You’ll find new template and a comprehensive step-by-step video-tutorial for building a similar roadmap app for yourself!

June 4, 2021
by
Pavel Ershov
May 2021. New platform features

May 2021. New platform features

Product updates

The nature is flourishing in May, so does the platform! We are happy to introduce such long-awaited features as Table component for web-page builder and the ability to colour Cards. Also, the handling date data becomes much easier with formatting settings. And finally, UI/UX of a HTTP-request step was totally reworked. More to come!

May 17, 2021
by
Nikita Navalikhin
Web-pages builder update

Web-pages builder update

Product updates

Directual has always been an extremely powerful platform for back-end development. In 2021 our engineering team has been focused on turning the platform to full-stack no-code development platform. In the recent update we introduced new web-page builder layout—flexible, responsive and intuitive.

April 12, 2021
by
Pavel Ershov
February 2021. New platform features

February 2021. New platform features

Product updates

2021 has just started, but we are ready to announce new features and a new pricing plan. We’ve significantly improved Cards and Form components, introduced update of Telegram step and added the feature of connecting custom domain name to your app.

February 11, 2021
by
Nikita Navalikhin
Three things we loved in 2020

Three things we loved in 2020

Market insights
Inside Directual

A lot changed in 2020 for millions of people. There were new challenges in the software world, they mostly referred to the rapid adoption of remote work and online services. In order to be transformed, whole industries had to introduce new software. No-code technology became the very solution to those challenges!

January 16, 2021
by
Pavel Ershov
New feature. Templates

New feature. Templates

Product updates

Certainly, Directual is becoming one of the most powerful platforms on the market. Last summer we introduced Directual Design—front-end components library and the web-page builder. That allowed us to use Directual as a full-stack low-code platform. Today we are happy to announce a new amazing feature—templates. These are apps 100% made on Directual.

December 2, 2020
by
Pavel Ershov
New platform features. September 2020

New platform features. September 2020

Product updates

This autumn turns out to be fruitful! Meet such new gorgeous features as Cards view component for Web-page builder, JSON-step for scenarios, Form component improvements and new integrations! These features allow you to create sophisticated apps even more easily.

September 18, 2020
by
Nikita Navalikhin
Building interactive web-forms

Building interactive web-forms

Product updates

There are a lot of form-builders on the market, but almost all of them merely solve such problems as online response processing, setting up a user-based access and integrating with third-party systems. Today we are introducing new component for Directual web-page builder—interactive form—which answers to these challenges and follows all the best practices for online form-builders.

July 22, 2020
by
Pavel Ershov
Directual Design—an open-source front-end project

Directual Design—an open-source front-end project

Product updates
Inside Directual

Directual has always been a perfect choice for low-coding a backend of a web or mobile app. But, bearing in mind our motto to “let people create”, we started working on Directual Web-page builder. Moreover, we decided to make it open-source—to let every front-end developer be able to build new web-components for interface constructor. So, meet Directual Design — the basic open-source React-components library!

July 10, 2020
by
Nikita Navalikhin
Directual and React

Directual and React

Product updates

React nowadays is the most popular JS-library for building user interfaces. Directual matches React perfectly, providing flexible and scalable backend. This post is an introduction for the future series concerning building complex apps on a full-stack combination of Directual and React.

May 14, 2020
by
Pavel Ershov
New feature. Comments in scenarios

New feature. Comments in scenarios

Product updates

You'll find the new feature in the latest Platform release—comments in scenarios. We consider this piece of functionality as extremely important and useful. Directual scenarios become easy-to-read.

May 2, 2020
by
Nikita Navalikhin
Zapier meets Directual

Zapier meets Directual

Product updates

Directual is now connected with 2000+ popular apps, including Mailchimp, Trello, Google products, Dropbox, Airtable and many others. This integration leverages the power of Directual even more!

April 23, 2020
by
Pavel Ershov
Introducing fresh Directual 7.0

Introducing fresh Directual 7.0

Product updates
Inside Directual

The Spring 2020 has become the time for one of the most significant Directual updates since the very beginning. We are introducing: fresh 7.0 version of the platform, open registration, flexible pricing plans and the Academy.

March 31, 2020
by
Pavel Ershov
Why IT teams should embrace low-code?

Why IT teams should embrace low-code?

Market insights

Today’s modern world demands digitalisation and best of the best IT products from pretty much any company or enterprise. It is from this perspective that IT Departments are facing tough challenges which can be dealt with by implementing low-code technology.

December 1, 2019
by
Nikita Navalikhin
What is Low-code?

What is Low-code?

Market insights

Low-code technology came around quite recently but, in spite of that, businesses are already benefiting from its capability of creating digital products quickly and effectively. In this article, we will discuss what low-code platform is and how it can be effectively implemented.

October 15, 2019
by
Pavel Ershov