In our Getting It series, we give you everything you need to know to get started and excel in a wide range of technology, both online and offline. Here, we walk you through the process of creating your own app by looking at five software tools to get the job done.

There was a time when creating your own website, starting your own online store, or launching your own app required advanced programming skills or enough money to hire someone with those skills. Today, however, many companies have tools and resources that can make the process as quick as an hour in some cases, and at minimal cost.

Sites like Wix, Weebly, and Squarespace make creating drag-and-drop websites a breeze, while Shopify and Woocommerce let you set up an online store on your lunch break. Easy app creation has been a bit of a laggard in this area, but that’s changed dramatically in recent years. You can now use a range of sites to create an app in no time at all, without needing advanced computer skills. Below, we’ll take a look at five of those sites.

Of course, the apps you get from these tools are generally relatively simple. You still need to know how to code or hire an app development company to create more complex apps and games. But for simple apps based on forms or information, these services are great. In particular, you can create an app that might not make you millions, but that still adds value to existing businesses or websites. For example, if you have a content-based site or an online store, you can create an app that makes it easier for people to shop or browse your products with a tap of a button.