Blog: building custom management systems and choosing the right tool

Fixed price vs. hourly — how I help clients choose

Neither is universally better. The right pricing model depends on how well-defined the work is, and how much the scope is likely to move.

What a Glide app actually costs to build

Not the sticker price — the real cost. Scope, licensing, ongoing maintenance, and the two mistakes that quietly double every budget.

Why I moved from pure no-code to AI-assisted development

For years I built entire businesses on Glide. Then Claude and Lovable arrived, and the ceiling moved. Here's what actually changed in how I work.

What is Vibe Coding? Build SaaS & Internal Tools

What vibe coding is and how it's changing the way SaaS products and internal tools get built.

How to Build Monthly and Daily Reports in Glide Apps

How to build monthly and daily reports inside Glide apps for cleaner business insights.

Track User Activity in Glide Apps Without Google Analytics

How to track user activity inside Glide apps without relying on Google Analytics.

How to Limit User Ratings in Glide Apps

How to limit and control user ratings in Glide apps to keep feedback fair and accurate.

How to Build a Personalized Cart System in Glide

A guide to building a personalized shopping cart system inside a Glide app.

How to Build Comment Threads and Nested Conversations in Glide Apps

How to build threaded comments and nested conversations inside a Glide app.

Generate PDF in Glide Without Make

How to generate PDFs directly from a Glide app without relying on Make (Integromat).

How to Add a Glide App to Your Device (PWA Installation Guide)

How to add a Glide app to your phone, tablet, or computer as an installable Progressive Web App.

Glide Big Tables Filtering and Searching: Efficient Techniques for Large Datasets

Techniques for filtering and searching efficiently in Glide Big Tables when working with large datasets.

Glide Custom Actions for Collection Items: Enhance Interactivity

How to use Glide's custom actions on collection items to make your app's lists and galleries more interactive.

How to Compress Images in Glide | Optimize App Speed & Save Storage (No Code)

How to compress images in Glide to speed up your app and save on storage, without writing code.

Glide User Access Management – The Right Way

The right way to manage user access and permissions in Glide apps so the right people see the right data.

How to Upload Images with the Comment Component in Glide

How to let users upload images directly within Glide's comment component for richer conversations.

Format Date Function in Glide: Master Date Formatting for Your App

A guide to mastering Glide's Format Date function to display and manipulate dates exactly how you want in your app.

Add a Loading Indicator in Glide Apps: 2 Easy Methods

Two easy methods for adding a loading indicator to Glide apps so users know when something's processing.

איך לבנות מערכת ניהול משימות ללא קוד עם Glide

Building Multi-Language Applications in Glide: A Guide for No Code Developers

A guide for no-code developers on building multi-language Glide applications that serve users in different languages.

The Glide Delete Action: How to Safely Remove Data from Your App

How to use Glide's Delete action safely to remove data from your app without breaking related records.

AI to ROI: Transforming Business Workflows for Maximum Profit

How combining AI with smart workflow automation turns everyday business processes into measurable ROI.

The Unexpected Journey from Tourism to Tech

Gideon's personal story of transitioning from a career in tourism into building no-code apps and systems.

Managing Data for Clean, Scalable Glide Apps

Practical tips for structuring and managing your data so Glide apps stay clean, fast, and scalable as they grow.

Glide Security Best Practices

Key security best practices for building Glide applications, covering authentication, data access, and safe app design.

Glide vs. Bubble: The Ultimate No-Code Showdown for 2024

An updated 2024 comparison of Glide and Bubble to help you pick the right no-code platform for your project.

Glide vs. Bubble: הקרב הגדול של 2024 – איזו פלטפורמה מתאימה לך?

ניתוח מתחרים עם שימוש בבינה מלאכותית ב-Glide | מדריך שלב אחר שלב

הסבר על המחירון של גלייד 2024 (Glide apps)

How to embed a Glide App in WordPress Website using Elementor

A step-by-step guide to embedding a Glide app directly into a WordPress site using Elementor.

כיצד לבנות אפליקציה דמוית אינסטגרם תוך שעה וחצי

כיצד ליצור אפליקציה פשוטה למעקב אחר ציוני תלמידים באמצעות אפליקציות Glide

בניית אפליקציית מדיה חברתית בגלייד

מדריך לבניית אפליקציית מחשבון פשוט בגלייד

איך לבנות אפליקציית ניהול משימות יומית בגלייד | Glide apps

גלייד לעומת כלים אחרים ללא קוד

Glide VS other no-code app building tools

A comparison of Glide against other no-code app builders like Bubble, Webflow, Adalo, FlutterFlow, and more.

מהי אוטומציה של זרימת תהליכי עבודה?

What is workflow automation?

An introduction to workflow automation: what it means, how it helps departments like HR, finance, marketing and sales, and how tools like Make fit in.

Can Glide apps be published to the app stores?

Yes, Glide apps can go on the Apple App Store and Google Play — here's what's required and what to watch out for.

האם ניתן לפרסם אפליקציות גלייד בחנויות?

איך לרכוש אפליקציה בחנות שלי

תהליך בניית מערכת עם גדעון

The process of building a system with Gideon

A step-by-step walkthrough of what to expect when building a custom system with Gideon, from characterization and quotation through development and handoff.

כיצד לבנות אפליקציה בגלייד?

למה עסק צריך מערכת ניהול דיגיטלית?

How to build a Glide app?

A four-step overview of building a Glide app: organizing your data, designing the app, configuring functionality, and sharing it.

Why does a business need a digital management system?

Why managing digital assets properly saves businesses time and money, and how a digital asset management system streamlines collaboration.

Who founded Glide and why?

The story of Glide's founders, their background at Xamarin, and the vision behind turning app-building into something as simple as spreadsheets.

מי ייסד את גלייד (Glide) ולמה?

האם המידע שלי בטוח עם אפליקציות גלייד?

Is my information secure with Glide apps?

A breakdown of the different security layers in Glide apps, from spreadsheet permissions to app login and role-based access.

מה אפשר לעשות עם גלייד (Glide)?

What can be done with Glide?

An overview of what's possible in Glide, from spreadsheet-powered logic to API integrations via tools like Make.

איך להוסיף את האפליקציה שלך של Glide לנייד או למחשב

איך להתאים את גלייד לעברית?

למי אפליקצית גלייד (Glide Apps) מתאימה?

Who is Glide Apps suitable for?

Who gets the most value from Glide apps, whether independent businesses, startups, or personal projects.

מהי פלטפורמת גלייד (Glide Apps)?

What is the Glide Apps platform?

A comprehensive guide to the Glide Apps platform covering how it works, who built it, how to build with it, security, publishing, and more.

פיתוח מערכות ללא קוד (אל-קוד)

Development of systems without code (no-code)

Comparing traditional coded development to no-code development, with the pros and cons of each approach.