Custom App Development That Actually Ships
You have an idea for a mobile app. Or maybe you need a web application to run your operations. Either way, you need a team that can take it from concept to the App Store without the runaround.
Our app development process is straightforward: we figure out what you actually need, we build it, we ship it. No endless meetings. No scope creep disguised as "discovery phases." Just working software.
Most App Development Projects Fail. Yours Doesn't Have To.
According to industry research, the mobile app market hit $305 billion in 2026 and keeps growing. Everyone wants an app. But most app development projects either blow the budget, miss deadlines, or ship something nobody wants to use.
The usual story: you hire a big agency, they assign junior developers, communication becomes a game of telephone, and six months later you have a half-finished app that doesn't match what you asked for.
We do mobile app development and web application development differently. Small team. Direct communication with the people writing the code. A process built around shipping working software, not generating billable hours.
Mobile app development market size in 2026, per CMARIX
Web application development market in 2026, growing at 8.87% CAGR, per Mordor Intelligence
ROI for every $1 invested in AI-powered app development, per AppVerticals
What We Actually Build
Not every project needs a mobile app. Some need a web application. Some need data infrastructure. We'll help you figure out what actually makes sense before writing a single line of code.
Full-Stack Web Applications
TypeScript frontend + backend
"Full-stack" means we build both parts of your web application: the frontend (what users see and interact with) and the backend (the server that stores data, handles logic, and talks to other services). Using TypeScript on both sides means fewer translation errors and a team that can work across the entire system.
For databases, we typically use PostgreSQL or SQLite. These are SQL databases, which means they store data in structured tables with relationships. Despite what some developers will tell you, SQL databases handle almost everything well, including document-style data that people often reach for MongoDB for. That said, if your project genuinely needs MongoDB, we're not going to argue. We'll use what makes sense.
We've built revenue-generating web applications grounded in large public datasets. For example, we've imported the IPEDS database (federal higher education data) into SQL, built APIs to access it, and created websites that combine that data with organic SEO to generate traffic and revenue. Data aggregation, web scraping, transforming messy data into something useful. If your app development project involves data work, we've done it.
What this includes:
- Customer portals and dashboards
- Internal tools and admin systems
- Data aggregation and transformation
- Web scraping and data pipelines
- REST APIs for your data
- SaaS and multi-tenant platforms
Need a marketing website instead? That's web design, not app development. Different service, different pricing.
Mobile App Development
iOS & Android from one codebase
We build mobile apps using Expo and React Native. If those names mean nothing to you, here's what matters: we write code once and it runs on both iPhone (iOS) and Android phones. You don't pay for two separate apps or two separate development teams.
React Native uses the same programming language (TypeScript/JavaScript) that powers most of the web. That means our mobile apps can share code with your web application. Your data stays synchronized. Features work the same way across platforms. And when we need to update something, we're not doing the same work twice.
Expo adds tools that make mobile app development faster: over-the-air updates (fix bugs without going through the App Store), easy access to device features like cameras and GPS, and a smoother path to publishing. We've shipped apps to both the Apple App Store and Google Play.
We also have some experience with Flutter, which is Google's alternative to React Native. If your project has a specific reason to use Flutter, we can discuss it. But for most business apps, React Native with Expo is our recommendation.
Mobile app features:
- Push notifications
- Offline functionality
- Camera and photo access
- GPS and location services
- App Store & Play Store publishing
- Over-the-air updates
AI Integration & Training
Chatbots, RAG, workflows
AI is everywhere now. The question isn't whether to use it, but how to use it without making a mess. We can build AI-powered features into your app development project: chatbots that actually understand context, RAG systems (that's "Retrieval Augmented Generation," where AI answers questions using your specific documents and data), and automation workflows that save your team hours of repetitive work.
But here's the honest part: AI can write a lot of code very quickly. That's powerful. It's also dangerous. If you don't understand what the AI created, you can end up in what we call "vibe-coding hell." Everything seems to work until it doesn't. And when it breaks, you have no idea what went wrong or how to fix it.
That's why we also offer AI training and consulting. If you just want to get up to speed on the latest AI tools and workflows, we can do that over a phone call. If you need hands-on training for your team, we can set up sessions focused on your actual tasks. The goal isn't to make you dependent on us. It's to help you use AI effectively without getting lost.
AI services:
- Custom chatbots for your business
- RAG systems (AI + your data)
- Automation workflows
- AI training sessions
- Consulting calls
Not sure where to start? We can do a quick call to assess what AI tools would actually help your business vs. what's just hype.
Technologies We Use for App Development
We pick tools that get the job done, not what's trendy. These are battle-tested technologies with strong communities and long-term support.
React Native
Our primary framework for mobile app development. One codebase, two platforms. Used by Meta, Microsoft, and Shopify.
Mobile App DevelopmentTypeScript
JavaScript with type safety. Catches bugs before they ship. Powers both our mobile apps and web application development.
Web & MobilePython
Backend APIs, data processing, automation. Clean syntax, massive ecosystem. Great for web application backends and AI integration.
Backend & APIsPostgreSQL
Rock-solid relational database. ACID-compliant, scales well. Our default choice for custom app development projects.
DatabaseHow We Do App Development
No surprises. You know exactly what's happening at every stage of your mobile app or web application development.
Discovery & Scoping
We start with what you're trying to accomplish, not what features you want. Sometimes the best app development advice is "you don't need an app for this." We'll give you an honest assessment and a detailed scope document.
Design & Prototyping
Before writing code, we design the user experience. Wireframes first, then visual designs. You'll see exactly what your mobile app or web application will look like before development begins.
Development Sprints
We build in 2-week sprints with regular demos. You see working software frequently, not just at the end. Course corrections happen early when they're cheap, not late when they're expensive.
Testing & QA
Every feature gets tested before it ships. For mobile app development, that means testing on real iOS and Android devices. For web applications, we test across browsers.
Launch & Support
We handle App Store submissions, deployment, and post-launch monitoring. We don't disappear after launch. Most clients work with us on ongoing maintenance and updates.
What Does App Development Typically Cost?
Honestly? It depends entirely on what you're building. A simple internal tool is very different from a consumer app with millions of users. Here's what the industry typically charges so you have context:
Basic app, core features only, single platform
Full features, both platforms, backend + integrations
Complex systems, multiple apps, high security
Those are industry ranges, not our prices. We're a small team with low overhead. We're not trying to maximize billable hours or pad estimates. We charge for the actual work, and we'll tell you upfront if your project is simpler (or more complex) than you think.
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Hand-coded websites, real SEO, and a team that picks up the phone. Based near Vancouver, WA. Serving businesses nationwide.
Custom Websites That Convert
Hand-coded from scratch. No WordPress, no templates. Every site comes with the SAVO Dashboard for real-time analytics and lead tracking.
Custom websites
Every project is scoped to your needs. We'll assess what you need and give you a straight quote.
Bundle with SEO & Save 25%
Add SEO and we waive the hosting & management fee entirely. You only pay the SEO retainer.
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SEO That Actually Moves Rankings
Content, links, technical audits, and AI search optimization. We don't just report on rankings, we move them. Every SEO client gets the SAVO Dashboard.
SEO
Pricing based on your location(s), competition, and industry. We'll assess your market and give you a straight answer.
- Local SEO + Google Business Profile
- Content + link building
- AI SEO / GEO optimization
Need a website too? Save 25%
SEO clients get 25% off any website build and we waive the hosting & management fee.
What's Included
Bundle: 25% off website + free management
Google Ads That Pay for Themselves
One-time campaign setup, ongoing optimization. We're incentivized by your results. When your ads perform better, we both win.
Campaign setup
$250 per campaign
Ongoing management
20% of ad spend
- Conversion tracking built in
- Monthly performance reports
How It Works
We build your campaigns
Keyword research, ad copy, targeting
You set the budget
Full control over your ad spend
We optimize for results
A/B testing, bid management, reporting
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Pair App Development With
Need a marketing website to promote your app? Or local SEO to help users find it? We can handle the full digital presence alongside your app development.