Dan Hafner: The No Code Revolution—How to Build, Launch, and Profit from SaaS Without Writing a Line of Code

What if you could launch a profitable tech business—without ever learning to code?

In this episode, Junaid Ahmed sits down with Dan Hafner, founder of Dapper No Code, to reveal the secrets behind the no code movement that’s transforming entrepreneurship.

Dan shares the hard truths, the emotional rollercoaster, and the step-by-step blueprint for turning ideas into thriving SaaS businesses—no technical background required.

From the power of validation to the pitfalls of falling in love with your own product, Dan’s journey is packed with raw insights and practical strategies. Whether you’re a dreamer with a notebook full of app ideas or a founder ready to scale, this conversation will challenge everything you thought you knew about building software.

What You'll Learn:

• The “Reverse SaaS Funnel Hack”: Why selling your solution before building it is the ultimate validation.

• Dan’s 3-step no code launch method—plus the tools that make it possible for anyone.

• The biggest mistake new founders make (and how to avoid it).

• How to monetize no code SaaS: from waitlists to creative partnerships.

• Why execution—not ideas—creates million-dollar businesses.

Timestamps:

• 00:00 – Welcome Back: Dan Hafner returns with game-changing no code insights

• 02:15 – The 3-Step No Code Launch Blueprint: From idea to execution

• 07:40 – Top Tools Revealed: $1, Bubble, Go High Level, Stripe, and more

• 13:10 – The Power of Validation: Sell before you build

• 18:25 – Million Dollar Execution: Why ideas are worthless without action

• 23:50 – Creative Monetization: Real-world stories and strategies

• 29:30 – Where to Start: Dan’s resources and how to connect

Connect with Dan:

• Website: https://dappernocode.com

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dan-hafner

If you’d like to connect with Dan or access his exclusive no code MVP roadmap, visit his website or reach out on LinkedIn—let him know you heard him on the Hacks and Hobbies podcast!Let me know if you’d like to adjust the tone, add more timestamps, or include additional guest links!