Low-code development is a software development approach that enables the creation of applications with minimal hand-coding by using visual development environments and pre-built components. This approach allows developers, and even non-developers, to build and deploy applications faster by dragging and dropping components, configuring workflows, and integrating with other services without the need for extensive coding knowledge. Low-code platforms provide a range of tools, including templates, form builders, and connectors to external systems, which simplify the development process and reduce the time and effort required to launch applications.

Low-code development is particularly beneficial for organizations looking to accelerate digital transformation, as it enables faster prototyping, iterative development, and quicker time-to-market for new applications. It also empowers business users, or "citizen developers," to create and modify applications that meet their specific needs, reducing the dependency on IT departments. While low-code platforms offer significant advantages in terms of speed and accessibility, they may not be suitable for highly complex or performance-critical applications, which may still require traditional, high-code development approaches.