My Experience Creating an Android App Without Coding

Building apps used to be something only professional developers could do. You’d need to learn programming languages like Java or Kotlin, set up Android Studio, and write thousands of lines of code. For many small business owners, creators, or hobbyists, that sounded impossible.

But the rise of no-code app builders has changed everything. Now, you can create a fully functional Android app without writing a single line of code.

One of the platforms that makes this possible is AppCreator24. In this blog, I’ll share my journey of building an Android app using this platform—step by step, from the idea to publishing it on the Google Play Store.

By the end, you’ll not only understand how I built my app, but you’ll also know how to create your own.

Why I Chose AppCreator24

Before I explain how I built the app, let’s talk about why I picked AppCreator24 over other no-code platforms.

1. Ease of Use

AppCreator24 has a simple, user-friendly interface. You don’t need to be a techie—it guides you through each step.

2. No Programming Required

The biggest advantage: zero coding. The platform handles all the technical parts like compiling the APK.

3. Customizable Features

It offers a wide variety of modules: forms, videos, galleries, web views, chats, and even e-commerce sections.

4. Free Plan

You can start for free. Of course, premium plans exist, but the free plan is good enough for testing and learning.

5. Google Play Publishing

The generated APK file is accepted by the Google Play Store, which isn’t the case with every no-code app builder.

So with these benefits in mind, I decided to give AppCreator24 a try.

Step 1: Defining the App Idea

Before building, I had to know what problem my app would solve. Every successful app starts with a clear purpose.

For this project, I wanted to create an event app for local workshops. The app would let users:

View upcoming events
Register for workshops
Read blog updates
Contact the organizers

This idea gave me a simple structure and a goal to work toward.

Step 2: Creating an Account

To get started, I went to AppCreator24.com and signed up for a free account.

The signup process was quick—just an email and password. Once inside, I was greeted by a dashboard where I could create my first app.

Step 3: Setting Up the App

The first step in creating the app was entering some basic information:

App Name: Workshop Hub
Category: Events & Education
Language: English
App Icon: I uploaded a custom PNG icon (512x512px).

After filling these details, AppCreator24 generated a blank app for me.

Step 4: Choosing a Design

Next came the fun part—design.

AppCreator24 lets you customize:

Colors – background, menus, text
Layout – tabbed, side menu, or bottom navigation
Fonts & Icons – modern, clean styles

I picked a bottom navigation layout with 4 tabs:

Home
Events
Blog
Contact

The preview panel updated instantly as I made changes, so I could see how the app looked in real time.

Step 5: Adding Features

This was the most important step: filling the app with features.

AppCreator24 works with modules—each module adds a function to your app. Here’s what I added:

🔹 Home Screen (Welcome Page)

I created a static page with a short welcome message and a logo.

🔹 Events Module

Using the “Event” template, I added a list of upcoming workshops with details like:

Title
Date & Time
Location
Description

🔹 Blog Module

I connected my WordPress blog using an RSS feed. This way, every time I posted on the blog, it appeared in the app automatically.

🔹 Contact Module

I added a simple contact form that sent messages to my email. I also linked social media accounts.

🔹 Extra Features I Explored

A photo gallery for past event pictures.
Push notifications to alert users of new workshops.
In-app ads (for monetization later).

Step 6: Testing the App

Once the features were added, I downloaded the test APK.

I installed it on my Android phone and checked:

Were all pages loading?
Was navigation smooth?
Did the colors and branding look good?

I found a few small issues:

The text color on one page was too light.
Some images looked stretched.

These were easy to fix from the design panel. After adjustments, the app felt much more professional.

Step 7: Publishing the App

With everything ready, it was time to share the app with the world.

1. Generating the Final APK

AppCreator24 generated the final APK (and AAB for Google Play).

2. Setting Up a Google Play Developer Account

To publish apps on the Play Store, you need a Google Play Developer account ($25 one-time fee).

3. Uploading to Play Console

I uploaded the AAB file, filled in details like:

App description
Screenshots
Privacy policy

After a review period, the app was live on Google Play. 🎉

Step 8: Getting First Users

An app isn’t useful unless people download it. Here’s how I promoted it:

Shared the Play Store link on social media.
Added a download button on my website.
Sent it to my mailing list subscribers.
Encouraged workshop attendees to install it.

Within the first month, I had 200+ downloads—not bad for a simple community app.

Lessons Learned While Using AppCreator24

Keep It Simple at First – Don’t overload your app with too many features.
Design Matters – Users judge your app by its look and feel.
Test Often – Try it on multiple devices to avoid design or compatibility issues.
Update Regularly – Fresh content keeps users coming back.
Listen to Feedback – My users requested push notifications, which I later added.

Pros and Cons of AppCreator24

✅ Pros

Easy, beginner-friendly interface
Wide range of modules (blog, e-commerce, chat, maps, etc.)
Free to get started
APKs work on Google Play Store
Built-in monetization (AdMob ads)

❌ Cons

Limited advanced customization compared to coding
Free version shows ads from AppCreator24
Some features require premium plans
Design templates are basic compared to custom development

Alternatives I Considered

While AppCreator24 worked for me, there are other no-code platforms worth checking:

Thunkable – Drag-and-drop app builder, more flexible.
Kodular – Visual app creator with a large community.
Appy Pie – Great for business apps with integrations.
Glide – Turns Google Sheets into apps.

Each has strengths, but AppCreator24 was perfect for a quick Android app.

Final Results

In less than a week, I went from having no app at all to publishing my own Android application—without touching a single line of code.

The app:

Looked professional
Solved a real problem
Was live on the Google Play Store
Got real users

For me, that was a huge achievement.

FAQs About Building Apps With AppCreator24

Q1: Is AppCreator24 free?
Yes, but the free version shows ads. To remove them, you need a paid plan.

Q2: Can I publish my app on the Play Store?
Yes, the generated APK and AAB files are compatible with Google Play.

Q3: Do I need programming skills?
No. AppCreator24 is completely no-code.

Q4: Can I earn money from my app?
Yes. You can enable AdMob ads for monetization.

Q5: Can I make iOS apps?
Currently, AppCreator24 focuses on Android. For iOS, you’ll need another platform.

Conclusion

Building an app doesn’t have to be a nightmare of coding and debugging. Thanks to no-code platforms like AppCreator24, anyone can turn an idea into a functional Android app in just a few days.

For me, creating the “Workshop Hub” app was not only fun but also rewarding. It gave me a digital tool to connect with my community and proved that app development is no longer limited to developers.

If you have an app idea, don’t wait—try AppCreator24. You’ll be surprised how far you can go without writing a single line of code.

How I Built an Android App With AppCreator24 (No Code)