Exploring the Depths of UI Builder in Washington DC - Live Coding Happy Hour

[Earl Duque]

In our latest adventure on Live Coding Happy Hour, we took a deep dive into the world of UI Builder on ServiceNow, focusing on the construction of a notes application. This episode was not just about building an application; it was an exploration of how to leverage UI Builder to create applications that are both powerful and easy to use. The episode was hosted by your developer advocates Earl Duque and Chuck Tomasi, with special guests Brad Tilton and Maria Gabriela Ochoa Perez Waechter from the Next Experience Outbound Product Management team. The text in this blog post was created via our stream summarizer tool.

The session kicked off with an overview of the notes application we aimed to build – a simple yet sophisticated tool for creating, filtering, and managing notes. The heart of this episode was demonstrating the power of the Condition Builder component. This feature is a game-changer for developers looking to add advanced filtering capabilities to their applications without the need for extensive coding. 

One of the key takeaways was the importance of understanding event-driven development within UI Builder. We showcased how to manage application state using client state parameters, a crucial aspect for any developer aiming to build dynamic and interactive applications on the platform.

A significant portion of the session was dedicated to demonstrating how to work with encoded queries within UI Builder. Encoded queries are powerful tools for developers, allowing for complex data retrieval and manipulation. We showed how to embed these queries into our application, enabling advanced filtering and data display based on user input.

This episode wasn't just about the technical aspects of building applications on ServiceNow. It was a testament to the power of UI Builder in enhancing developer productivity and creativity. The new features and capabilities within UI Builder, especially from the Washington DC release, are making it easier and more intuitive to create applications that meet the evolving needs of businesses and users alike.

For developers and enthusiasts alike, diving into UI Builder opens up a world of possibilities. Whether you are building a notes application like we did or working on a different project, the flexibility, and efficiency offered by UI Builder are invaluable.

As we continue to explore the capabilities of UI Builder and the broader ServiceNow platform, it's clear that the future of application development is bright. With tools like the Condition Builder, managing application state, and working with encoded queries, developers are equipped to build applications that are not just functional but truly transformative.

Stay tuned for more episodes and deep dives into the fascinating world of ServiceNow development. Whether you're looking to enhance your skills or explore new features, there's always something new to learn and discover on Live Coding Happy Hour.