SaaS for Newbies is a mini course designed to help non-technical individuals understand fundamental programming concepts and how different technical components work together in software development. The course serves as a technical manual specifically created for makers without coding backgrounds who want to build their own applications.

The course covers essential technical topics including understanding what APIs mean, comprehending developer terminology about libraries, and explaining differences between technologies like React.js and Next.js. It provides comprehensive coverage of the full software development stack from frontend to backend components.

The course is structured into nine modules that systematically build technical understanding. These modules include The Big Picture, The Frontend Stack, The Backend, Authentication & Authorization, Payments & Subscriptions, Hosting & Infrastructure, Integration & The Glue, AI & Future-Proofing, and The SaaS Launch Checklist.

The primary benefit is enabling non-developers to create their own mini applications by understanding how technical components integrate. With AI making app creation more accessible, this course provides the foundational knowledge needed to build applications correctly and understand the programming ecosystem.

The target audience consists of non-technical makers who want to build applications but lack programming background knowledge. The course specifically addresses individuals who find it challenging to create apps without understanding how different technical elements work together in the programming world.