The recent acquisition of Airtable for $1.28 billion by Bending Spoons may signal a turning point for No Code platforms. For years, tools like Airtable have filled the gap left by traditional IT departments, enabling users to manage data and processes without extensive coding knowledge. These platforms excel at allowing users to define business models through intuitive interfaces, similar to how spreadsheets function but with enhanced capabilities.

However, the rise of Large Language Models (LLMs) and improved cloud infrastructure is shifting the landscape. The article argues that the future of building business tools lies in Linux and open-source stacks. This approach offers greater flexibility, portability, and less platform lock-in compared to proprietary No Code solutions.

Platforms like exe.dev are emerging, offering Linux VMs where users can leverage LLMs to build and deploy applications directly in production. This "low floor, high ceiling" model allows non-engineers to create custom software by iterating with AI agents, potentially surpassing the limitations of spreadsheets and traditional No Code tools.