Explore the Integration of Low and Medium Code Platforms in Data Center Development in Colleges and Universities

Abstract

The digital transformation within China's higher education institutions is accelerating, unveiling challenges such as data silos and impediments to efficient cross-departmental collaboration. Low-code development platforms, renowned for their agility and efficiency, have emerged as pivotal solutions to these challenges. This study, grounded in a survey of five diverse universities, delves into the deployment of low-code platforms in university data center construction, with a particular focus on their impact on the rapid deployment of tailored systems. Employing questionnaires and a behavioral science analysis framework, we assess the efficacy of low-code platforms in university management systems, examining metrics such as deployment velocity, user-friendliness, and satisfaction. Our findings indicate that low-code platforms markedly enhance the swift deployment of customized management systems, streamline inter-departmental collaboration, mitigate the cognitive burden on developers, and bolster productivity. The streamlined development environment also positively influences user experience and psychological comfort. This study posits that low-code platforms hold substantial potential for broader application in university digital transformation, facilitating data center construction and catering to bespoke management demands. Future research is encouraged to probe the long-term benefits and expanded applications of low-code platforms in educational administration.