Coding Less, Creating More: My Bubble.io Story
I never really thought about my choice to use Bubble.io until an employer questioned it after noticing my coding projects on GitHub. “Why Bubble if you can code?” they asked. My initial response was straightforward: I love learning and trying new things. I’ve been fortunate to work with various technologies, and sometimes I don’t even recall everything I’ve used—because for me, it’s not about labels or preferences. It’s about the sheer excitement of working with tech.
Reflecting on it now, I can better explain how Bubble became my preferred fast alternative for full-stack development. In early 2022, I was still using PHP for backend development, specifically with the Laravel framework, alongside vanilla JavaScript for frontend interactivity. For more complex UIs, I’d layer in React.js, with occasional help from Alpine.js. But later that year, things took an interesting turn. One of my favorite tech experts from Canada invited me to join a two-week MVP Accelerator Program, where select teams would help startups build out their visions.
In the program, we were divided into groups with each team responsible for developing a unique app. Each team had a project manager, a product designer, and a developer. The challenge? To launch an MVP in just two weeks. During a meeting, one of the organizers recommended using Bubble.io to streamline the process. At the time, I hadn’t used Bubble, though I’d dabbled with Zoho Creator—a similar platform but far less user-friendly. So, with the clock ticking, I dove into learning Bubble in four days.
To my surprise, the platform felt intuitive from the get-go. It was as if Bubble had been designed to match a developer’s mindset. I fell in love. The speed and simplicity of Bubble’s interface meant I could bring my programming knowledge directly into action without overthinking every step. And just like that, my journey with Bubble began.
Bubble isn’t just about speed; it’s about delivering results efficiently. Unless you’re building something exceptionally complex, Bubble is a fantastic tool to turn your next idea into reality, fast and effectively. And so, I’ve found myself with a new answer when asked why I choose Bubble: I love speed and efficiency, and Bubble delivers that in a way that keeps software development as smooth as possible.
Choosing the right tech stack is a lot like choosing the right outfit. Coding from scratch can be like donning a perfectly tailored suit—it’s refined, customized, and fits like a glove. But sometimes, you need the flexibility and readiness of high-quality, ready-to-wear clothing that looks just as sharp without the tailoring. That’s Bubble. Just as the right outfit gives you confidence, the right tool lets you focus on your vision without the stress of managing every tiny detail. In tech, as in fashion, sometimes it’s less about what you could do, and more about what you can do well—and Bubble lets me create with both speed and style.
In a world where startups have wasted millions building products from scratch only to pivot to new stacks, I’ve found Bubble to be a reliable companion in the creative process. For anyone looking to bring their vision to life swiftly and effectively, Bubble is the tool I’d recommend every time.
What’s your Bubble story?
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