GeneXus 18: The Low-Code Revolution with AI

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everything about GeneXus 18, the latest revolution in Low-Code development platforms powered by Artificial Intelligence.

In this article, we delve into the features, innovations, and benefits of GeneXus 18, as presented by Silvia Keymetlian during the deep dive Key Innovations in GeneXus 18: The Evolution of Intelligent Development.

“With GeneXus 18, you can create applications with superior performance, enhanced security, optimized cloud scalability, and advanced observability and monitoring capabilities. You can also develop modern interfaces, design large-scale enterprise applications, and generate smarter applications,” highlights Keymetlian.

What makes GeneXus 18 special?

GeneXus 18 is the latest version of the Low-Code platform that automates the development and maintenance of enterprise applications with the help of Artificial Intelligence. Since its launch in 2022, it has processed over 1,400 SACs and added more than 400 new features. Updated bimonthly, this version integrates market needs and user experiences, ensuring applications that are smarter, more secure, and scalable.

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Key features of GeneXus 18

With every new version, GeneXus redefines software development standards. Here are the main features of GeneXus 18 as of today—now in its 11th update—that you can’t miss:

1. Advanced Compatibility

• Frontend: Support for Angular 18 with automatic updates during builds.
• Backend: Generation in Java 21 with Gradle, compatible with Spring Boot for agile prototyping.
• Mobile: Support for Android 14 and iOS 17.

2. Robust Security

• New authentication types: API Key and Microsoft Entra ID.
• Advanced features in the GAM module, including two-factor authentication and support for automatic user locking and unlocking.

3. Improved Reporting

• Enhanced security for Query Objects.
• Optimized application integration with Single Sign-On for Super Apps and Mini Apps.

4. Databases

• Compatibility with Amazon DynamoDB and Azure Cosmos DB.
• Use of Read Replicas to optimize performance.
• OpenTelemetry support.

5. Modernized Interfaces

• Redesigned GXFlow with updated controls and Unanimo guides.
• Updates to Grid and Inbox controls.
• New foundations for creating back offices with Angular, including support for Automatic Refresh and Tabular Grid.
• For Native Mobile generators, new versions of visual controls like WebView, WheelControl, AppRating, and Review have also been added.

6. Super Apps: A unique competitive edge

GeneXus 18 is the only platform that allows the creation of comprehensive Super Apps and secure Mini Apps. With tools like SuperAppObject and a mock for Super Apps, modular and scalable development has never been easier.

Recent improvements include:

• Enhanced security for Mini Apps.
• Updated MiniAppCenter.

Learn more: Watch the talk “GeneXus Super Apps: Shaping the Future of Modular Business Ecosystems”

7. Modularization and collaboration

• New properties like Object Visibility: Knowledge Base provide greater control when developing and sharing modules across different knowledge bases.
• Support for sharing modules via Nuget, optimizing dependency management.
• Improvements to the DesignOps process, specifically in Import from Sketch and Import from Figma.

Check out this video: How AI is Revolutionizing the Development and Design Cycle in GeneXus

8. Globant Enterprise AI: Generative AI in action

With Globant Enterprise AI, GeneXus 18 enables the inclusion of Generative AI capabilities in enterprise applications. This enhances processes, products, and services, driving innovation and efficiency.

Explore more:

• Powered by GeneXus: Globant Enterprise AI to Boost Your Business Processes with Generative AI
• Modeling AI Applications: Creating New Experiences Powered by AI
• Artificial Intelligence Applied in Real Businesses

What’s Coming: GeneXus Next

Scheduled for the first quarter of 2025, GeneXus Next will revolutionize Low-Code development by integrating Generative AI, Symbolic AI, and Probabilistic AI in a hybrid conversational environment.

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• GeneXus Next: The AI-Powered Low-Code Platform to Accelerate Software Development
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