Low-code and no-code – the future of programming? ClickUp examples with make.com, N8N, and Bubble.io

Low-code and no-code tools are revolutionizing the way applications are built and business processes are automated, and their popularity continues to grow. Is this really the future of programming? What possibilities do these solutions offer, and what are their limitations?

In this article, we will explain the idea of low-code and no-code, highlight practical applications, and discuss examples of using tools like Bubble.io, Make.com, and N8N in combination with ClickUp.

What are low-code and no-code platforms?

Definitions

• Low-code – platforms that allow building applications with minimal coding. Developers primarily use graphical interfaces but can add custom code when necessary.
• No-code – tools that enable building solutions without writing code. Users rely on prebuilt functional blocks they connect together.

Differences and similarities

Both approaches aim to simplify application development. However, low-code provides greater flexibility, while no-code is mainly targeted at non-technical users.

Why are low-code and no-code gaining popularity?

• Deployment speed – projects can be delivered several times faster than with traditional methods.
• Lower costs – reduced demand for developers and shorter delivery times.
• Accessibility – non-technical users can create their own business solutions.
• Flexibility – easy modifications and scalability.

Business use cases

• Process automation (e.g., ticketing, invoicing, reporting)
• Building internal applications (e.g., CRM, project management)
• Integrating different systems and tools

Bubble.io – no-code for building web applications

One of the most popular no-code tools is Bubble.io. It allows building fully functional web applications without programming knowledge.

Examples of using Bubble.io:

• Building custom marketplace platforms
• Developing SaaS applications for customer management
• Prototyping and rapid testing of business ideas

Bubble.io allows not only visual application creation but also integration with other systems, e.g., through APIs or automation platforms such as Make or n8n.

ClickUp – project management and no-code automation

ClickUp is a project management platform that offers extensive automation features without the need for coding.

No-code features in ClickUp:

• Automations that can be extended with integrations like Make or n8n when the built-in options aren’t enough
• Creating custom views and dashboards
• Integrations with other tools (e.g., Google Drive, Slack)

Example:

A company implemented ClickUp for managing marketing projects. Thanks to task automation and integration with Google Calendar, they save several hours per month on manual planning and reporting.

Make.com – business process automation

Make.com (formerly Integromat) is a no-code tool that connects different apps and automates workflows. Users create so-called scenarios that execute specific actions based on triggers.

Examples of ClickUp integrations:

• Automatically sending form data (e.g., from Typeform) to ClickUp
• Synchronizing tasks between ClickUp and Slack or Google Sheets
• Generating contracts based on ClickUp data

N8N – an open-source automation alternative

n8n is an open-source platform that combines the benefits of no-code and low-code. It enables building more advanced workflows than Make, with the option to add custom code snippets.

Examples of ClickUp integrations:

• Fetching data from ClickUp and sending it to BI systems (e.g., Metabase, Power BI)
• Automatically generating reports based on ClickUp activity
• Connecting multiple apps in one process with customization options

Automation in ClickUp – process and examples

ClickUp has built-in automation tools that can be extended with Make and n8n.

Automation process in ClickUp:

1. Identify the need – e.g., automatically assigning tasks to new team members.
2. Select a trigger – e.g., “create a new task.”
3. Define the action – e.g., assign to a specific person, send a Slack notification.
4. Extend the automation – integrate with Make or n8n so the task also goes to a CRM or Google Sheet.

Example automation:

• New task in ClickUp → Make automatically creates a contract in Google Docs → Contract is uploaded to ClickUp → After approval, another automation sends the contract to the client
• Task status change in ClickUp → n8n triggers a webhook and updates a database in Airtable.

Common concerns and limitations

• Data security – it’s important to check privacy policies and data storage locations.
• Functional limitations – not all processes can be automated without coding.
• Vendor dependency – closed platforms carry risks of changing conditions or pricing.

FAQ – frequently asked questions

Summary

Low-code and no-code are the future already changing the way companies work today. Thanks to tools like Bubble.io, ClickUp, Make.com, and N8N, even non-technical users can innovate and automate processes. Still, it’s worth consulting with an implementation partner to get the most out of these tools.

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