How long does a typical project take?
Most projects take 2-6 weeks from kickoff to launch. Simple landing pages can be done in under a week. Complex web apps with authentication, payments, and dashboards typically take 4-6 weeks. Native mobile apps can take 6-10 weeks depending on scope. I'll give you a specific timeline during scoping.
Do you work with clients outside the UK?
Absolutely. I work remotely with clients across the UK and internationally. Communication happens over video calls, email, and Slack. Whatever suits you best.
What does "ORBIT" actually mean for my project?
ORBIT is my custom development system. In practice, it means your project gets built faster and with more consistency than traditional solo development. You get the quality of a team, the communication of a single point of contact, and a lower cost than hiring an agency.
Should I choose native or cross-platform for my mobile app?
It depends on your priorities. Native apps (Swift for iOS, Kotlin for Android) deliver the best performance and platform-specific polish, ideal for complex or performance-critical apps. Cross-platform (React Native, Flutter) lets you ship to both platforms from a single codebase, saving time and budget. I'll help you choose the right approach during our scoping conversation.
How does AI integration actually work?
We start by identifying where AI adds real value in your product. Not every feature needs AI. Once we've defined the use case, I build and integrate it, whether that's a chatbot, document processing pipeline, automated workflows, or intelligent features within your existing app. The goal is always practical business value, not technology for its own sake.
Can you build desktop applications?
Yes. I build cross-platform desktop apps using Electron or Tauri that run on Windows, macOS, and Linux. This is a great option for internal business tools, data management software, and productivity applications that need to run outside the browser.
What are Custom Projects?
If you need more than one type of software - for example, a web app with a companion mobile app and shared API - Custom Projects let you bundle everything into a single engagement. We scope it together, plan the phases, and I build it end to end. You get one point of contact and a cohesive product.
Do you offer hardware and IT advisory?
Yes. My Technology Consulting service covers more than just software. I can advise on hardware procurement, networking setup, IoT systems, and general technology strategy for your business.
What if I already have a team?
I can work alongside your existing team as a specialist contractor, or provide technical consulting to help your team ship faster. I'm flexible on engagement structure.
What happens after launch?
I offer ongoing maintenance retainers if you need them. Otherwise, I do a thorough handoff with documentation so you or your team can maintain the codebase independently. I'm always available for follow-up work.
How do payments work?
Typically 50% upfront, 50% on delivery. For larger projects, we can break it into milestone payments. I'll send you a clear proposal with fixed pricing. No surprise invoices.