Can I make my own app if I’m not a tech person?
Been wondering whether you can make your own app, even if you’re not a “tech person”? Yes, you absolutely can, even if you’re not a tech person. With modern no code platforms, building an app is more like filling out a template than programming.
We understand the hesitation, we talk to creators every day who worry they’re “not techy enough.” But we’ve also watched fitness coaches, yoga teachers, and nutritionists with zero technical background successfully launch their apps. The trick is using a platform that does the complex tech stuff for you, so you can focus on what you know best: your content and your community.
Why Non-Tech Creators Can Build Apps Now
No Code Builders Do the Heavy Lifting: Platforms such as Sudor have already built the core app for you. You won’t be touching databases or writing code logic. Instead, you’ll use a simple dashboard to add content, set your pricing, and customise the look. If you can manage a Facebook page or upload videos to Instagram, you have the skills to use a no code app builder.
Intuitive Drag-and-Drop Tools: These platforms use drag-and-drop interfaces or straightforward forms. For example, to add a video, you might just click “Add Video,” upload your file, and that’s it, the platform encodes and places it into your app. To change the app’s home screen text, you just type into a text box. It’s all visual and menu-driven, no black screens with code.
Templates and Presets: A good platform will offer templates specifically for fitness or coaching apps. That means the navigation, sections, and features are already laid out in a logical way. You might choose a “Personal Trainer App” template and find sections for Workouts, Nutrition, Community, etc. ready for you. You then simply populate each section with your own material.
Guidance and Support: Since you’re not a tech expert, choose a platform that offers strong support. At Sudor, for instance, we guide creators through the setup process. When Zoe (a Pilates instructor with no tech background) was building her app, our team was there to answer questions and even hop on calls to walk her through steps. You’re never alone. There’s always documentation or a support person to help with things like app store submissions or troubleshooting.
No Need to Maintain or Update Code: The fear of many non-tech folks is “What if something breaks?” With your own custom-coded app, that’s a real worry. But with a no code platform, the provider handles all the app updates, security fixes, and compatibility issues. If Apple releases a new iOS version, they ensure your app keeps working. So you’re not on the hook for mysterious technical upkeep - it’s handled behind the scenes.
Example: A Non-Tech Creator’s Success
Let us share a quick story. Zoe, the founder of Pilates with Zoe, openly describes herself as “not a tech person.” She’s a fantastic instructor but would get overwhelmed by something as small as adding a plugin to a website. Still, she knew having an app could take her business to the next level. Using Sudor’s platform, Zoe built and launched her own app in a matter of weeks. She uploaded her class videos, set up a community forum for her clients, and customised the colors to match her brand. All of this without coding - she said it felt like using a simple website builder. Today, her app looks and feels totally professional. Her clients download “Pilates with Zoe” from the App Store, never thinking about the fact that Zoe isn’t a tech guru. She proved that if you have the passion and content, the tech can be handled by the platform.
Take the Leap, No Coding Needed
You shouldn’t let a lack of programming skills stop you from expanding your business. If you have expertise to share, you have what you need to build an app. The technology part has been solved by companies like ours so that creators like you can shine. If you’re still unsure, we’d be happy to show you. Feel free to book a free demo call with Sudor, and we’ll personally walk you through how you can build your app step by step, no coding jargon, we promise. By the end, you’ll see that “not a tech person” won’t be a label that holds you back from having your very own app.