#134 – Code vs No-Code with Ben Tossell of Makerpad and Sahil Lavingia of Gumroad

In this episode of the Indie Hackers podcast, host Cortland introduces guests Sahil Lavingia, CEO of Gumroad, and Ben Tossall from MakerPad to discuss the burgeoning no-code movement. They delve into what no-code means, its relevance, and how it empowers non-technical founders to build successful businesses. The conversation covers the history of no-code tools, the limits of these tools compared to traditional coding, and the changing landscape of entrepreneurship where more individuals can easily launch their ideas. Sahil and Ben share insights on potential business ideas, the roles of no-coders and coders, and the implications of widespread no-code adoption in the future