From Idea to Production: Our 4-Week Shipping Process
Most development agencies promise fast delivery but struggle to execute. After shipping 50+ MVPs, we've refined our process to consistently deliver production-ready applications in 4-6 weeks without compromising quality.
Week 1: Foundation and Architecture
Discovery and Requirements (Days 1-2)
- Stakeholder interviews and user story mapping
- Technical requirements analysis
- Competitive landscape review
- Success metrics definition
Technical Planning (Days 3-5)
- Architecture design and technology stack selection
- Database schema and API design
- Development environment setup
- Project timeline finalization
Deliverable: Complete technical specification and project roadmap
Week 2: Core Development Sprint
Backend Development (Days 6-8)
- Database setup and core models
- Authentication and authorization systems
- Primary API endpoints
- Third-party integrations setup
Frontend Foundation (Days 9-12)
- UI component library setup
- Core page layouts and navigation
- State management implementation
- Responsive design framework
Deliverable: Working prototype with core functionality
Week 3: Feature Completion and Integration
Advanced Features (Days 13-15)
- Business logic implementation
- Advanced UI components
- Real-time features (if required)
- Payment processing integration
Testing and Refinement (Days 16-19)
- Comprehensive testing suite
- Performance optimization
- Security audit and fixes
- User experience refinements
Deliverable: Feature-complete application ready for staging
Week 4: Launch Preparation
Deployment Setup (Days 20-22)
- Production environment configuration
- CI/CD pipeline setup
- Monitoring and logging implementation
- Backup and disaster recovery plans
Launch and Handover (Days 23-25)
- Production deployment
- Team training and documentation
- Launch monitoring and support
- Performance metrics baseline
Deliverable: Live application with full documentation
Key Success Factors
1. Clear Communication
We maintain daily standup calls and provide real-time project updates through our custom dashboard.
2. Proven Technology Stack
We use battle-tested combinations:
- Frontend: Next.js + Tailwind CSS
- Backend: Node.js/Python + PostgreSQL
- Infrastructure: Vercel/Railway + AWS
- Monitoring: Sentry + LogRocket
3. Iterative Feedback Loops
Stakeholders review progress every 2-3 days, allowing for quick adjustments without derailing the timeline.
4. Risk Mitigation
We identify potential blockers early and always have contingency plans for complex integrations.
Real Client Example
Challenge: A fintech startup needed a loan management platform for small businesses.
Timeline: 4 weeks from kickoff to production
Results:
- User authentication with bank-grade security
- Loan application workflow with AI risk assessment
- Admin dashboard with real-time analytics
- Mobile-responsive design
- 99.9% uptime in first 3 months
The client launched successfully and raised their Series A within 6 months.
Quality Assurance Standards
Every project includes:
- Automated Testing: Unit, integration, and E2E tests
- Code Review: All code reviewed by senior developers
- Security Scanning: Automated vulnerability detection
- Performance Testing: Load testing for expected traffic
- Accessibility Compliance: WCAG 2.1 AA standards
Post-Launch Support
We don't disappear after launch:
- 30 days of bug fixes and performance monitoring
- Technical documentation and handover sessions
- Optional ongoing development and scaling support
- Architecture review sessions for future features
Ready to see our process in action? We're confident enough in our methodology that we offer milestone-based payments—you only pay as we deliver results.
Contact us to discuss your project and get a detailed timeline for your specific requirements.