How do we begin a custom software project?

We start with a free consultation to review your business workflow, technical specifications, and integration requirements. I evaluate whether custom development makes technical and financial sense for your goals, then provide a clear scope breakdown and time estimate before work starts.

How is work estimated and billed?

Custom development, legacy refactoring, and ongoing maintenance are billed at €40 / hour. Time estimates are established and agreed upon before starting any phase of work. You receive clear tracking on spent development time with no surprise costs.

Can you integrate new features into our existing legacy system?

Yes. A major part of custom development involves building secure REST APIs, webhooks, or middleware that connect new applications directly to your existing ERP, accounting system, or older database.

Can you modernize an older application without a complete rewrite?

Yes. If the underlying logic is sound, I can refactor older codebases (e.g. upgrading PHP 5.6 to PHP 8.4+), optimize SQL queries, and update the frontend UI using HTMX and Alpine.js to raise performance and security without the expense of a full rebuild.

Do you offer long-term technical support after launch?

Yes. Delivery does not end at deployment. I provide ongoing preventive maintenance, server security updates, bug fixes, and continuous feature updates to ensure your software continues to support your business as it grows.

Bespoke engineering & integrations

Custom software development
& system integration

Tailored web applications, system integrations, and software modernization for businesses with unique operational requirements. Engineered to connect fragmented platforms, automate complex internal workflows, and scale legacy codebases without forcing rigid pre-built templates or platform lock-in.

Hourly rate

40 EUR/ hour

Starting package below. Final quote after brief and free consultation.

Average delivery time

Transparent hourly delivery

Initial consultation: free assessment (technical feasibility, scope mapping, and upfront estimates). Agreed time estimates prior to code execution.

Bespoke application engineering: built completely around your unique business rules without the constraints of rigid off-the-shelf software
Seamless API & system integration: connect existing ERPs, CRMs, payment channels, shipping carriers, and invoicing software into one unified flow
Legacy PHP modernization: safe refactoring from legacy environments (PHP 5.6 to PHP 8.4+), PSR-12 standardization, and database optimization
Transparent upfront estimates: every task or feature is scoped, estimated, and approved before development begins
Long-term support & maintenance: preventive monitoring, performance updates, and ongoing post-launch improvements
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Engineered around your actual business processes

Off-the-shelf tools often force companies to adjust their operational workflows to match software limitations. When your business model involves custom pricing logic, partner portals, or unique multi-system data flows, custom-built software gives you total control over how your business operates.

Protect your existing technology investments

You do not always need to discard older systems to modernize your business. Through secure REST APIs, webhooks, and custom middleware, new features and high-performance user interfaces can integrate seamlessly with your existing databases, legacy software, or third-party tools.

Long-term data ownership and predictability

With bespoke software built on standard open-source technologies (PHP 8.4+, CodeIgniter 4, MariaDB/PostgreSQL, HTMX, Alpine.js, Tailwind CSS), you own your platform and your data. You avoid sudden subscription price hikes, platform shutdowns, or forced interface changes.

Who this service is built for

Growing companies: organizations that have outgrown basic spreadsheets or standard SaaS applications and need dedicated software built for their volume.

Businesses with legacy systems: companies running older web applications that need security updates, performance optimizations, or UI refreshes without starting from scratch.

Multi-system enterprises: operations needing custom middleware to sync data between disconnected ERP, WMS, e-commerce, or accounting platforms.

Transparent delivery & pricing model

Projects are billed at €40 / hour. We start with a free technical consultation to evaluate your project's technical and economic viability.

Before any code is written, you receive a detailed breakdown of the required work alongside a clear time estimate. You approve the scope upfront, ensuring full cost predictability throughout development.

Typical hourly work covers

Custom web applications & internal tools

Bespoke web applications built without imposed templates or artificial feature caps
Internal operational tools, management dashboards, and custom reporting panels
B2B partner portals, client portals, and multi-tenant web platforms
Specialized e-commerce middleware, custom pricing engines, and automated order routing

Integration & API development

Custom REST APIs, webhooks, and background data synchronization pipelines
Shipping courier integrations (e.g. Fan Courier, Sameday, Cargus)
Payment gateway integrations (e.g. Stripe, Netopia)
Third-party invoicing and accounting software sync (SmartBill, Saga, FGO, Nexus)
Custom CRM, ERP, and inventory platform connectors

Legacy code modernization & performance tuning

Safe codebase migration from legacy PHP versions (PHP 5.6 / 7.x) to PHP 8.4+
Static code analysis via PHPStan and PSR-12 code formatting using PHP-CS-Fixer
Database query optimization, index tuning, and schema refactoring
User interface updates using HTMX and Alpine.js for faster load speeds and lower INP scores without complete rewrites

Maintenance & preventive care

Server environment updates, Docker container management, and security patches
Database integrity checks and automated backup configuration following the 3-2-1 backup rule
Real-time error logging, audit tracking, and system performance monitoring
Incremental feature development billed transparently by the hour

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FAQ

How do we begin a custom software project?: We start with a free consultation to review your business workflow, technical specifications, and integration requirements. I evaluate whether custom development makes technical and financial sense for your goals, then provide a clear scope breakdown and time estimate before work starts.
How is work estimated and billed?: Custom development, legacy refactoring, and ongoing maintenance are billed at €40 / hour. Time estimates are established and agreed upon before starting any phase of work. You receive clear tracking on spent development time with no surprise costs.
Can you integrate new features into our existing legacy system?: Yes. A major part of custom development involves building secure REST APIs, webhooks, or middleware that connect new applications directly to your existing ERP, accounting system, or older database.
Can you modernize an older application without a complete rewrite?: Yes. If the underlying logic is sound, I can refactor older codebases (e.g. upgrading PHP 5.6 to PHP 8.4+), optimize SQL queries, and update the frontend UI using HTMX and Alpine.js to raise performance and security without the expense of a full rebuild.
Do you offer long-term technical support after launch?: Yes. Delivery does not end at deployment. I provide ongoing preventive maintenance, server security updates, bug fixes, and continuous feature updates to ensure your software continues to support your business as it grows.