Software Rapid Application Development (RAD) for Web Application Generation and Web-Programming Learning Support at a University in Lima

Cavero E.S.L.; Ramirez R.A.S.; Caururu A.N.R. · ICCSIT 2025 - Proceedings of the 2025 18th International Conference on Computer Science and Information Technology (2026) · DOI: 10.1145/3783862.3783880

Resumen

The research focuses on developing RapidWebForge as a platform for creating web applications with a Low-Code and RAD (Rapid Application Development) approach. The main innovation lies in combining popular technologies, such as React and ExpressJS, with Qt-based visual tools, helping students and developers with little programming experience to generate complete web applications automatically, without the need to write large amounts of code. The problem approached by the research is the high learning curve and time required to manually configure web development environments, especially when working with complex frameworks (ExpressJS and React). RapidWebForge facilitates this process by automating both frontend and backend configurations, reducing the dependency on advanced skills for programmers. The standard considered in the research for RapidWebForge's workflow design is under the REFA method (Rapid, Efficient, Flexible Automation), which links visual component creation with automatic structured code generation and database integration, optimizing development, packaging, and distribution time for software, reducing common errors. As a result, RapidWebForge offers an accessible solution for academic environments, enhancing students' learning experience and enabling developers to focus on functionality and design instead of repetitive technical tasks. In addition, the platform streamlines workflow by facilitating local deployments, making it a valuable tool for teaching and agile development.

Instituciones: Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas