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Welcome to this week’s edition! We’ve got exciting updates from top no-code platforms like Softr, Framer, and Beehiiv.

Let’s dive into the latest trends, feature releases, and pro tips to help you stay ahead in the no-code world.

Quick Bytes

• Simplify Design with Component Style Variants: With style variants, you can define multiple designs—like solid or outline buttons and horizontal or vertical cards—within a single component.

• Bubble’s Essential Brand Elements: Building a standout brand is more than just creating a logo. To truly resonate with your audience, startups need to focus on 15 key branding elements.

• Softr’s new academy platform: Learn and grow, get certified and become an ambassador.

• Wix new page with site plug in slot: Easily place site plugins into predefined slots (UI placeholders) within Wix apps, using the plugin explorer available in all Wix editors.

Soft & Notion Integration: Unlocking Powerful Automation

Softr has introduced a powerful new integration with Notion, allowing users to seamlessly connect their Notion databases with Softr’s no-code platform.

This integration unlocks endless possibilities for building apps and websites without any code. Now, users can:

•  Automate workflows

•  Sync content between platforms

• Create dynamic content-driven websites

This update takes productivity and creativity to the next level, making it easier than ever to build sophisticated apps using just Notion and Softr.

Framer’s New Updates & Pricing Changes: A Deep Dive

Framer has rolled out significant updates, including new pricing tiers designed to make their platform more accessible.

The changes offer a more scalable approach to their powerful no-code design tools, catering to both beginners and professionals. The new pricing plans include more flexible options for solo users, small businesses, and larger teams.

Framer increased:

•  CMS collection limit on Basic plans from 1 to 2 collections.

• Cookie Banner available for free on all plans.

• File Upload Size limit on Basic sites from 5MB to 10MB.

•  Bandwidth limits across all personal site plans.

Alongside this, Framer has introduced enhanced design and animation capabilities, making it easier to create highly interactive, user-friendly websites and apps. The updates aim to empower creators at every stage of their design process.

Webflow Optimization Guide: Best Practices for Speed & SEO

Webflow has always been a popular choice for no-code web designers, but optimizing your Webflow projects for speed and SEO can be a challenge.

A recent guide from Belt Creative walks users through practical tips for improving the performance of Webflow websites.

Key points include:

• Optimizing image sizes.

• Managing third-party integrations efficiently.

• Implementing SEO best practices.

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New No-Code App Builders

Tilda: A no-code website builder that’s gaining traction for its minimalist interface and rich design features.

It allows users to build highly customizable landing pages, portfolios, and marketing websites using blocks and pre-designed components.

Thunkable: A mobile app development platform that has launched new features enabling users to build apps for both iOS and Android with no coding required.

They have also expanded integrations to include powerful tools like Airtable and Google Sheets for data management.

Pro Tip of the Week 

How to Automate with Zapier & Beehiiv

Zapier is one of the most powerful tools for automating workflows, and when combined with Beehiiv, it can supercharge your newsletter and marketing efforts.

With Beehiiv's easy-to-use API, you can set up Zaps that automatically add subscribers, segment lists based on user behavior, or even trigger specific email campaigns based on actions.

For example, you can create a Zap that automatically sends a welcome email to new subscribers or syncs your Beehiiv lists with a Google Sheet for detailed analytics. 

By combining the flexibility of Zapier with Beehiiv’s powerful email platform, you can save hours of manual work and focus more on growing your business.

Tool Spotlight 

Nova UI Kit for Framer: A Complete UI Design Solution
Nova UI Kit, designed for Framer, offers 120 pre-built sections and 40 fully customizable components, making it easier than ever to create beautiful, functional websites.

This UI kit is ideal for both beginners and experienced designers looking for a fast way to build interactive websites without starting from scratch.

With ready-to-use components, it significantly speeds up the design process, while still providing the flexibility to customize and adjust based on specific project needs. If you're using Framer, this is a must-have resource to streamline your design workflow.

That’s a wrap for this week’s newsletter! With new integrations, updates, and tools on the horizon, the no-code space continues to evolve rapidly. Stay tuned for more exciting news in next week's edition, where we’ll dive deeper into some of the most innovative no-code projects and trends!

Community Showcase

This week, we’re spotlighting a no-code app built entirely with Bubble by a creator who turned an idea into reality.

The app is a marketplace for freelance services, featuring real-time chat, automated payments, and a custom rating system. Built without a single line of code, this project showcases the power of Bubble in creating complex, fully functional web apps.

The builder used a combination of Bubble’s visual interface and plugins to create a user-friendly platform, demonstrating how no-code tools are revolutionizing app development for entrepreneurs and small businesses.

Upcoming Event

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Unleash your creativity and technical skills in the BuildShip & Webflow Hackathon! Build an app combining Webflow for frontend and BuildShip for backend to win cash, swag, and credits. Whether you're a designer or developer, there’s a category for you. Let’s innovate together!

Kickoff: November 21, 2024

Submission Deadline: January 2, 2025, 11:59 PM PST

Prizes:
🥇 $2,000 for 1st place
🥈 $1,000 for 2nd place
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🎁 Exclusive swag for top 50 submissions and special categories

Judging Criteria: Creativity, functionality, technical features, and practical impact.

Rules: Max team size: 3 members. All projects must use Webflow and BuildShip, and assets must be original. Details here.

That’s a wrap for this week’s newsletter! With new integrations, updates, and tools on the horizon, the no-code space continues to evolve rapidly. Stay tuned for more exciting news in next week's edition, where we’ll dive deeper into some of the most innovative no-code projects and trends