Experimenting low code with SDL and BPMN

There is a high demand for low code development environments, whether it is to accelerate application development in a highly technical setting or for end users to personalize a device. According to market intelligence provider IDC in January 2023, the market is expected to experience a 17.8% annual growth from 2021 to 2026, with projected revenues reaching up to $21 billion. Low code serves as an abstraction to traditional programming languages, resembling a modeling language. Various proprietary notations have been developed specifically for low code development, although they lack standardization, portability, and reusability, often necessitating some level of training. This study delves into the characteristics of low code notations and explores whether established standard modeling languages like SDL or BPMN could serve as viable alternatives through simple practical use cases.