In the latest episode of the Oracle Academy Tech Chat podcast, host Tyra Peirce speaks with Oracle ACE Satwik Reddy, an Oracle APEX technical lead with over 13 years of experience. Satwik shares how he went from university hackathons to guiding teams in solving real-world problems with Oracle APEX.
What Is Low-Code, and Why Should Students Care?
Low-code platforms like Oracle APEX help users quickly build apps with drag-and-drop tools and reusable templates — and no extensive coding required. These platforms now include AI-powered features, making it easy for students of any background to create impactful, data-driven applications. Plus, Oracle APEX is free for Oracle Academy members, perfect for projects and hackathons.
Oracle APEX makes it fast and cost-effective to build secure, scalable, cloud-based apps. Its seamless integration with Oracle Cloud and on-premises environments helps organizations — and students — move quickly from idea to solution.
Real Industry Impact
Oracle APEX is used across industries:
- Finance: Secure, automated reporting
- Retail/Manufacturing: Real-time inventory and IoT monitoring
- Education: Digital records and scheduling
- Government: Online forms and public service portals
Students can gain real skills like automation, data analytics, and rapid prototyping through hands-on APEX projects.
Advice for Students and Faculty
Satwik encourages students to move beyond theory and build real solutions. Faculty can help by integrating practical tools like Oracle APEX into coursework, bridging classroom learning to real-world expertise.
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