Q: Adding Dynamic Calculated Columns to NoCode-X Data Tables
Would it be possible to add calculated columns to NoCode-X data tables? I'm thinking of columns that would automatically update their values based on formulas that reference other columns.
For example, I'd like to:
1. Set up a formula for a column that calculates values based on other columns in the same table
2. Have these calculations update automatically when records are created or modified
3. Potentially reference data from other tables (like calculating total items ordered by looking up quantities in a related orders table)
Wim_NoCode-X
Mar 19, 2025A: DYNAMIC CALCULATED COLUMNS IN NOCODE-X? ABSOLUTELY POSSIBLE!
Yes, you can add calculated columns to NoCode-X data tables, and the platform makes it both powerful and flexible! Let’s break down your questions to show how this works.
FORMULA CALCULATIONS BASED ON INPUT
Yes, you can set up formulas for columns that calculate values based on other columns in the same table. Using the "calculate your function" action, you can trigger these calculations on events like "exit from a field" or "click a button." NoCode-X’s visual programming language is Turing complete, meaning you have the freedom to create anything from simple to highly complex functions tailored to your needs.
AUTOMATIC UPDATES ON RECORD CHANGES
Data-driven triggers are fully supported in NoCode-X. These triggers can be set to activate on create, read, update, or delete operations. For example, when a record is modified, you can trigger an action to update the calculated column automatically. This approach ensures a clean separation of concerns, giving you full control over your workflows while maintaining simplicity and efficiency.
REFERENCING DATA FROM OTHER TABLES
Yes, you can reference data from other tables, whether they are local within NoCode-X or external (e.g., Airtable) via APIs. Triggers can be API-driven, data-driven, user-initiated, or scheduled, enabling near real-time updates. You can perform lookups, push data, or pull data as needed. While data-driven patterns are recommended for maintaining a clean architecture, you have the freedom to design workflows that suit your specific use case.
BUILT-IN SECURITY AND DATA MANAGEMENT
NoCode-X includes built-in data classification to handle authorization checks, application-level encryption, and auditing of sensitive data access. This ensures your workflows are secure and compliant with best practices. Additionally, the platform’s secure coding and integrated identity provider with Single Sign-On (SSO) make it enterprise-grade by default, all included at no extra cost.
GETTING STARTED
To dive deeper into creating dynamic calculated columns and leveraging these features, I recommend checking out our YouTube channel for tutorials and insights: https://www.youtube.com/@nocode-x
If you have more questions or need assistance, feel free to join our vibrant Discord community for direct interactions with the product team: https://discord.gg/36Ju8sjYvy
We’re excited to see how you’ll use these capabilities to build powerful, dynamic applications with NoCode-X. Let us know how we can support you further! 😊