How I Build A Project Management App For Internal Purposes Without Coding

No Code • SaaS Development • Artificial intelligence (AI) • Machine learning
By rupam_vohra
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Hey!

I recently built a project management app for my software development agency using Fuzen.io, a no-code platform that simplifies building SaaS and internal apps. What’s cool? It only took me 4-5 days to build the core app and a couple more days for revisions.

If you’ve ever thought about building an internal tool but felt intimidated by the idea of coding, stick around—I’m about to show you how I did it without writing a single line of code.

 

 Why I Needed This App

Running a software agency means juggling multiple projects, deadlines, and team members. We tried different off-the-shelf solutions, but none felt quite right—they were either too complex or lacked flexibility. So, I figured, Why not build my own?

Fuzen.io, a no-code platform I’d heard great things about, seemed like the perfect fit.

 

Step 1: Setting the Foundation (Days 1-2)

I started by picking a project management template in Fuzen. It gave me a solid starting point without being rigid. My goal was to create something tailored to my agency’s workflow.

Modules I Set Up

  1. Project Tracking
    I needed a place to monitor all active projects. I customized this module to include:
    • Project Name
    • Client Details
    • Start and Due Dates
    • Project Status (In Progress, Completed, On Hold)
  2. Task Management
    Each project needed its own task list with priority levels. Tasks could be assigned to specific team members with due dates. Here’s how I structured it:
    • Task Name
    • Assigned To
    • Priority (High, Medium, Low)
    • Progress Status (Not Started, In Progress, Completed)
  3. Team Collaboration
    I added a communication hub where my team could chat about specific tasks, upload files, and share updates. This made internal emails almost obsolete.

 

Step 2: Customizing the Workflows (Days 3-4)

Once the basics were in place, I focused on customizing workflows to fit how we actually work.

Automations That Saved Us Time

  • Task Reminders: Automated reminders were sent to team members when deadlines approached.
  • Daily Progress Reports: Every morning, Fuzen generated a report summarizing the status of each project and pending tasks.

Custom Dashboards

I built a dashboard that gave me a bird’s-eye view of our operations:

  • Ongoing Projects: A quick glance at how many projects were active and their progress percentage.
  • Team Workload: Visual charts showing how tasks were distributed among team members.
  • Upcoming Deadlines: A countdown feature for projects nearing their deadlines.

 

 Step 3: Testing & Revisions (Days 5-7)

After the initial build, we tested the app internally. I asked my team to use it for a week and provide feedback.

Changes Based on Feedback

  1. Simplified Task Creation: Initially, creating tasks felt a bit clunky, so I streamlined the form by reducing unnecessary fields.
  2. Improved Notifications: The team wanted more control over notifications, so I added options to customize when they’d receive updates.

These small changes made a big difference in how smoothly the app ran.

 

Screenshots (Visual Tour!)

Here’s a glimpse into what the app looks like:

  1. Project Dashboard – Clean, easy to navigate, with all key metrics front and center.
     
  2. Task Management Interface – Simple layout with progress bars and priority labels.
  3. Team Collaboration Hub – Integrated chat and file-sharing space.

 







 

What I Learned

  1. No-Code Isn’t Just for Beginners: Even though I run a software agency, using no-code tools like Fuzen saved us time and resources.
  2. Customization Is Key: The ability to tailor the app specifically for my agency made it far more effective than using a generic solution.
  3. Fast Iteration Is Possible: Building an MVP in just a few days allowed us to gather feedback quickly and make improvements.

 

Final Thoughts

This experience taught me that no-code isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a game-changer. If you’ve been thinking about building your own internal tools but feel stuck, give Fuzen.io or any other no-code platform a shot. You might be surprised by how much you can achieve in just a few days.

Have you built something cool with no-code? Let’s chat in the comments—I’d love to hear your story!

Cheers,
Rupam Vohra