The Oracle APEX low-code platform makes it easy to extend Oracle SaaS applications. Explore how the latest release simplifies identity management integration for seamless transitions between native apps and extensions and reduces the high-code burden associated with business objects. As a result, developers are more productive and can focus on adding business value rather than routine programming tasks. This in-depth, step-by-step guide demonstrates using Oracle APEX 24.1 on Oracle Autonomous Database to build an extension from scratch and connect it to an existing SaaS human capital management application for a seamless user experience. Finally, we showcase how Oracle uses the same APEX functionality to build native SaaS applications.