Build a website, develop apps and leverage data with no-code whatsoever

Are you an entrepreneur, professional, or creator looking to bring your ideas to life without coding knowledge?

Unlock the power of no-code tools to transform your ideas into reality, build engaging websites and apps, and accelerate your digital journey without writing a single line of code. Once you’re finished, you’ll have everything you need to start building your product and website with no code necessary. 

In just 6 weeks, you will: 

  • 🧠 Learn how to use popular no-code tools (including Webflow, Airtable, and Make.com) to create websites, manage databases, and develop apps
  • 🗺️ Discover additional tools for user account management and payment integration
  • ⚒️ Gain practical experience through hands-on exercises
  • 🤝 Immerse yourself in a community of like-minded peers

Our inaugural program is currently underway.

We will announce dates for the next cohort soon.

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Who is Connor Finlayson?

Connor Finlayson is a no-code expert who has built widely successful projects using platforms like Webflow, Airtable, and Make.com. This included founding the Unicorn Factory, a no-code marketplace that connects freelancers with clients in Australia, New Zealand and more recently Canada. . 

Connor shares his knowledge and experience through online courses, tutorials, and his YouTube channel, with over 11k subscribers, passionately helping others learn how to use no-code tools to create websites, apps, and more.

Master No Code in
6-weeks

🌈 Week 1: Introduction to no-code tools and platforms

Jordan Hughes, Founder of Untitled UI

Overview of the no-code movement, where you’ll explore the tools you’ll learn throughout the program - Webflow, Airtable, Make.com - along with supplementary tools. From Unicorn Factory to Dwellito to First Session, you’ll see these tools in action and hit the ground running with practical sessions from week one.

  • Problem: Many people are unfamiliar with the potential of no-code tools and platforms.
  • Solution: We’ll introduce you to the no-code movement and explore various tools to address this knowledge gap.
  • Outcome: You’ll gain awareness of the tools available and how they can be leveraged to solve business challenges without coding.

💻 Week 2: Webflow – Building websites that look good on any viewing device

Dan Anisse, Co-founder of Relume

Effectively pitching your idea to customers is crucial for identifying product-market fit, and creating a compelling landing page can play a key role in this process.

You will learn how to build a beautiful, mobile-responsive landing page using Webflow. This course will guide you through a step-by-step process for setting up and designing a Webflow project.

  • Problem: Creating visually appealing and landing pages that adapt to the device it is being viewed on can be difficult.
  • Solution: We’ll teach you how to use Webflow to build beautiful, responsive landing pages.
  • Outcome: You’ll be able to create compelling landing pages that effectively pitch your ideas to customers and improve your chances of product-market fit.

🔢 Week 3: Airtable – Flexible database management

Colleen Brady, Founder of I Heart #NoCode

Proper data management is essential for building scalable apps, but understanding how to structure databases can often be overwhelming and confusing.

You will be equipped with the skills to set up and structure a database in Airtable, detailing how different tables and records relate to one another and ensuring a solid foundation for efficient data management.

  • Problem: Managing data can be overwhelming and confusing, especially when structuring databases.
  • Solution: We’ll teach you how to set up and structure databases in Airtable, providing a solid foundation for efficient data management.
  • Outcome: You’ll learn to organise and manage data effectively, ensuring scalability and avoiding data-related bottlenecks.

📱Week 4: Make.com – App development made easy

Alex Siale, Co-founder of Townhouses.nz

Manual processes can be time-consuming and can inhibit growth, creating bottlenecks for businesses looking to scale.

You will discover how to leverage automation tools within Make.com to streamline processes and workflows, boosting efficiency and freeing up valuable time for business growth.

  • Problem: Manual processes can be time-consuming and hinder business growth.
  • Solution: We’ll show you how to discover automation tools within Make.com to streamline processes and workflows.
  • Outcome: You can automate repetitive tasks, freeing up time for business growth and scaling operations more efficiently.

🙋🏽‍♀️ Week 5: User account and management tools

Michelle Chimuka, Founder Rivuuz

As businesses strive to provide additional value to users, they often need to restrict access to exclusive content based on user membership, which can be challenging to manage effectively.

You will learn how to use Glide to protect exclusive content and grant access only to signed-in members, facilitating better management of user accounts and enhancing the overall user experience.

  • Problem: Managing user accounts and providing exclusive content to members can be challenging.
  • Solution: We’ll teach you how to use Glide to protect content and manage user accounts effectively.
  • Outcome: You’ll be able to restrict access to exclusive content and enhance the user experience by providing personalised and secure access to signed-in members.

💸 Week 6: Payment tools and integration

Connor Finlayson, Founder of Unicorn Factory

Monetizing your site and generating revenue is the oxygen of your company, and ensuring secure and seamless payment processing is crucial for success.

You will learn how to use Stripe to securely accept payments from customers, enabling you to monetize your site and generate revenue effectively through a fully customizable payment solution.

  • Problem: Accepting payments and monetising websites or applications securely can be difficult.
  • Solution: We’ll teach you how to use Stripe for secure and seamless payment processing.
  • Outcome: You’ll be able to integrate fully customisable payment solutions, effectively monetise your sites, and generate revenue while ensuring a smooth and secure customer payment experience.
What is included in this program?

1. Learn from industry leaders: Masterclasses to learn no code theory from Connor Finalyson, and additional guest speakers., as well as personalised guidance from Connor.

2. Real world practice: You’ll be guided through putting the theory into practice.

3. Peer community: There will be events & components to the program to help you develop life long friendships with like-minded people that are going through similar things.

4. Community For Life: Once you join the Startmate community you are part of it, forever. You’ll gain access to Startmate events, Slack community, and more!

Who is this for?

This Fellowship is designed for anyone wanting to bypass coding and get straight to the good stuff. If you’re a founder, operator, creator, non-technical professional, or maybe you’re just curious to learn, this fellowship will help you:

  • Build an app or website
  • Manage and leverage data
  • Accept payments and monetize your business
  • Automate processes in already-built systems
  • Upskill quickly  
  • Explore the wonderful world of no-code! 

Apply and bring your ideas to life!

Is the program virtual or in-person?

All content will be delivered in a virtual format. There will also be some virtual and in-person social events (The best of both worlds!)

When will it run?

Our inaugural cohort is currently underway.

We will announce dates for the next cohort soon.

What times are the sessions?

Masterclasses and guest speaker sessions:

  • Tuesday morning 1.5h masterclasses, from 7:30-9:00am AEST
  • Thursday morning 1h guest speaker sessions, from 7:30-8:30am AEST

Additional content:

  • As well as the pre-defined sessions, every week you will be able to ask Connor for assistance on your project or problem, and he’ll prepare a recorded video answering your questions
  • Additional bonus session & social events
What is the cost of the program?

$2200 including GST with scholarships available

What discounts or scholarships are available?

Startmate offers a range of discounts and scholarships. Our discounts include, but are not limited to:

10% past Startmate fellows, mentors, coaches, and first believers
50% founders of Startmate-funded companies (i.e. Accelerator or Small Bets Fund)
10% employees of Startmate-funded companies
20% if signing up as team of 3 or more from the same company

For more information about scholarships, click here

Are there any discounts if multiple from the same company want to join?

Yes! 

If there are 3 or more people joining from one company, there will be a 20% discount, providing you all get into the cohort. 

To organise this, please send us an email to kaya@startmate.com.au

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