In a bold move to futureproof the Welsh startup landscape, entrepreneur and investor Neil Cocker is launching Wales’ first dedicated one-day AI and no-code app building workshop, aimed squarely at non-technical founders, innovation leads, and aspiring entrepreneurs.
Running on Tuesday 1 July, 9:30 am – 5:00 pm at the Clayton Hotel, Cardiff, the workshop offers a rare opportunity to go from idea to live web app prototype in under 8 hours — no coding required.
“This isn’t just a workshop,” says Cocker. “It’s an intervention. In 2025, knowing how to use AI and no-code tools isn’t a nice-to-have, it’s business-critical. If you don’t have the skills to rapidly validate and launch ideas, you’re already behind.”
“As a founder, investor, and startup mentor of over 15 years, I’ve never seen an opportunity like this for teams and individuals to learn about their customers, and make a difference in the market so quickly. But the opportunity to be ahead of the competition won’t last long, as everyone inevitably catches up.”
With startup founders and corporate teams under increasing pressure to deliver faster, leaner, and with fewer resources, this hands-on day offers a genuine shortcut to launching functional digital products. Attendees will learn how to build prototypes and tools to test with users and stakeholders – all without touching a line of code.
A Radical Rethink of How We Build
Unlike traditional training, this intensive session is designed around execution, not theory. Participants leave with a live, usable prototype – complete with login systems, dashboards, forms, and Stripe integrations – ready to test, pitch, or sell.
And with a bold guarantee to match the promise – “Leave with a clear path to saving £10,000 and gaining 3 months on your roadmap, or get a full refund” – the event is attracting widespread interest from solo entrepreneurs, corporate innovation teams, and even career changers.
The workshop arrives at a pivotal moment. As AI continues to evolve at breakneck speed, organisations that fail to adapt risk being leapfrogged by smaller, faster-moving competitors. According to Cocker, “While others are still watching ChatGPT demos, savvy teams are already building AI-powered tools to cut costs, win clients, and outpace the market.”
Full details and booking here
