# Low-Code Programming Models

**Authors:** Martin Hirzel  
**arXiv:** [2205.02282](https://arxiv.org/abs/2205.02282)  
**Date:** 2022-05-04  
**Summary page:** https://www.summarizepaper.com/fr/paper/2205.02282v1/

## Abstract

Traditionally, computer programming has been the prerogative of professional developers using textual programming languages such as C, Java, or Python. Low-code programming promises an alternative: letting citizen developers create programs using visual abstractions, demonstrations, or natural language. While low-code programming is currently getting a lot of attention in industry, the relevant research literature is scattered, and in fact, rarely uses the term "low-code". This article brings together low-code literature from various research fields, explaining how techniques work while providing a unified point of view. Low-code has the potential to empower more people to automate tasks by creating computer programs, making them more productive and less dependent on scarce professional software developers.