We help startups by building solid software and strong teams.

We specialize in early-stage development for startups, focusing not only on architecture and development but also choosing the right set of tools, and establishing the best practices and processes for moving forward.

And we do more than just offer advice. We get right in and help jump-start the development with our own programmers while you are getting a permanent team in place.

 Our holistic approach

Best practices are commonly referenced but difficult to implement properly. We have years of experience laying the groundwork for a engineering success.

Tools - We'll do more than help you choose the right set of tools. We understand the best practices around these tools and we'll establish the right approaches to source control, bug tracking, code branching, and build management.

Development process - Each company's challenge is unique, and we will help determine the appropriate development processes for you. We'll establish critically important practices around requirements, architecture and workflow. And we'll instill the development culture that keeps these in place.

Architecture - We build modular, reusable, extensible code. We understand the importance of keeping things simple, designing usable service APIs, and planning for growth. Part of what we do for startups is make sure that (good) architecture is getting attention while we're putting in place the best tools, process and practices for implementing that architecture.

 Jump-starting development

We know that the early phases of software development are the most crucial. One of the things that can go wrong is just "hiring to fill". A startup with a pressing schedule is often forced to simply hire all the programmers they can find and put them to work at full speed. This can often lead to disaster.

Of course, you do need to get started on development. This is where we come in. We provide both high-level expertise and productivity. While we're getting the tools, process and architecture in place we'll also put people in place (if needed) to get the initial development underway.

 Building the permanent team

We know what it takes to be a stellar contributor in a startup environment. We'll add to your hiring efforts by identifying qualified candidates who have the skills and the energy needed to perform in an startup environment that does things right with a committment to best practices. We are of most help here in the very early stages when the hiring team consists only of executives and VPs.

Every company's challenge is different. We're confident we can help with yours. Contact us to discuss more about how we can help.