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Thunkable enables creating apps via visual blocks and drag-and-drop components, targeting iOS and Android simultaneously.

It abstracts away coding complexity while still allowing advanced functionality via logic blocks and APIs.

Ideal for non-developers, educators, and rapid prototyping teams looking to deploy mobile apps quickly.

UI components: buttons, labels, media, maps, etc.

Logic blocks for event-driven programming

Access to device APIs (camera, GPS, storage, notifications)

Cloud services integration (Firebase, Airtable, REST APIs)

Live testing and instant publishing capabilities

UI is created using drag-and-drop components

App logic defined using visual logic blocks

Events trigger actions via block-based programming

Integration with APIs and cloud services is simplified

Apps can be built and tested live on devices or simulator

Screens - app pages and UI elements

Components - reusable buttons, labels, inputs, media

Logic blocks - define app functionality

Assets - images, icons, media files

Settings - app properties and platform configuration

Design UI using drag-and-drop editor

Define app behavior using logic blocks

Test app on simulator or connected device

Integrate APIs or cloud services if needed

Publish app to iOS App Store and Google Play Store

Beginner: simple informational or educational apps

Intermediate: apps with basic API or sensor integration

Advanced: complex workflows using multiple screens and cloud APIs

Expert: integrate advanced APIs and logic for production-ready apps

Community: share templates and learn from Thunkable community

Thunkable vs Codename One: Thunkable is no-code, easier for non-developers; Codename One uses Java/Kotlin for full control

Thunkable vs Flutter: Flutter requires coding, offers full performance; Thunkable is visual and faster for prototyping

Thunkable vs React Native: React Native offers JS coding with full flexibility; Thunkable is drag-and-drop no-code

Thunkable ideal for rapid prototyping, education, and small business apps

Performance depends on logic block complexity and media usage

2015 – Initial release of Thunkable platform

2016–2018 – Major UI/UX improvements and multi-platform support

2019–2020 – Enhanced API integrations and Firebase support

2021–2023 – Logic block upgrades and improved live testing

2024–2025 – Performance optimizations and new components

Thunkable: visual, no-code cross-platform app builder

Screen: a page in the app

Component: UI element like Button, Label, Media

Blocks: logic building elements

Live Preview: real-time device testing tool