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Suite Books: A No-Code Solution for Book Tracking and Community Building
Technology Category
- Networks & Connectivity - RFID
- Platform as a Service (PaaS) - Application Development Platforms
Applicable Industries
- Cement
- E-Commerce
Applicable Functions
- Product Research & Development
Use Cases
- Building Automation & Control
- Track & Trace of Assets
Services
- Training
The Challenge
Nick Hutton, the founder of Suite Books, had a vision to create an online book community that would allow users to keep track of their reading habits, share reviews, and connect with other readers. However, he faced the challenge of developing a digital product that could scale quickly and efficiently. Having previously run an e-commerce business in Australia, Nick understood the potential reach of a digital product. However, he also knew that traditional coding could be time-consuming and complex. He needed a solution that would allow him to build a robust, user-friendly app without the need for extensive coding knowledge.
About The Customer
Suite Books is designed for book lovers and avid readers. It is particularly beneficial for 'voracious readers' who read over 50 books a year. These users can leverage the app to keep track of their reading habits, share their thoughts and reviews, and connect with other readers. The app is designed to be powerful enough to meet the needs of a big reader, while also being easy to use so that anyone can pick it up. The ultimate goal of Suite Books is to encourage people to read more books than they otherwise would have, whether that means reading 100 books instead of 90, or 2 books instead of 1.
The Solution
Nick chose to build his app on Bubble, a no-code platform known for its easy-to-understand user interface, robust design features, and scalability. Bubble's no-code tools allowed Nick to quickly and easily understand how to use the platform, while also providing the power to build a product that could scale to a large number of users. With Bubble, Nick was able to plan out three pages of the app in just one day. The Suite Books app works by allowing users to sign up and then search for books in 'The Library'. Users can list books as 'read,' 'reading' or 'want to read,' and record information such as ownership, reviews, ratings, and categories. The app also facilitates connection and discussion between users.
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