Application Development Without Programmers James Martin 1982 HC DJ No-Code CASE

Title: Application Development Without Programmers

Author: James Martin

Research: Richard Murch

Publisher: Prentice-Hall, Inc.

Year: 1982

Edition: First Edition

Printing: Second Printing

Format: Hardcover with Dust Jacket

Category: Computers & Technology / Software Engineering

Place of Publication: Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey

Country of Publication: United States

ISBN: 0130389439

Topic: Software Development, Computer History, Early No-Code Systems

Description

An attractive early printing of Application Development Without Programmers by influential computing pioneer James Martin, published by Prentice-Hall in 1982. This first edition, second printing retains its original illustrated dust jacket and distinctive navy hardcover binding with the James Martin signature design.

A fascinating historical examination of a remarkably contemporary idea: developing computer applications without requiring traditional programmers.

Written decades before modern low-code platforms, no-code application builders, and AI-assisted software development, Martin explores emerging methods for allowing end users to create and modify their own applications. Topics include application generators, fourth-generation programming languages, requirements specifications, software development backlogs, and the changing relationship between business users and professional programmers.

About the Author

James Martin (1933–2013) was one of the most influential computer systems authors and technology futurists of the twentieth century. A prolific writer and internationally recognized lecturer, he helped popularize information engineering, computer-aided software engineering (CASE), and methodologies associated with rapid application development.

Martin was inducted into the Computer Hall of Fame in 1990 and later established the Oxford Martin School through a major philanthropic gift to the University of Oxford.

Historical Significance

Published during the early expansion of business computing, this volume captures an important transitional period in software engineering. Martin anticipated the growing importance of tools that would allow nonprogrammers to develop applications, a concept that remains central to contemporary software development.

An appealing addition to collections focused on computer history, software engineering, information systems, early automation, and the intellectual origins of today’s no-code development movement.

Condition

Very Good hardcover with Good to Very Good original dust jacket.

Navy hardcover boards remain attractive, with light shelf wear and rubbing. Spine lettering shows some light wear. Binding appears sound, and light age-related toning along the page margins as seen in the ohotos.

The original red and black dust jacket retains strong color and its distinctive illustrated design. Visible edge rubbing, creasing, and small tears, particularly along the upper edges and corners. Additional minor surface and edge wear consistent with age.

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Topic

Vintage Computing, Software Engineering, No-Code, CASE, Information Systems

Subject

Computer History, Application Generators, Automation, RAD, Business Computing

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