GUIDE 02Getting Started

What to Expect When You Work With Us

Setting clear expectations is one of the most important parts of any project. This guide outlines what a typical engagement looks like — from timeline to communication to what you'll receive at the end.

Typical Project Timeline

Project timelines vary significantly based on scope, but here's a realistic framework. Discovery and planning typically take 1–2 weeks. Development for a focused MVP usually runs 4–8 weeks. Larger systems with multiple modules can take 8–16 weeks or more. We'll give you a specific timeline during the discovery phase — and we update it as the project progresses.

Discovery & Planning: 1–2 weeks
Design & Architecture: 1–2 weeks
Core Development: 4–8 weeks (MVP scope)
Testing & Refinement: 1–2 weeks
Deployment & Handoff: 1 week

Communication Cadence

You'll receive structured updates at regular intervals — typically weekly or biweekly depending on the project phase. These updates include what was completed, what's next, any blockers, and questions for you. Between updates, you can reach us anytime via your preferred channel. We don't require you to manage us — we manage ourselves and keep you informed.

What You'll Receive

At the end of every project, you receive the complete source code in a Git repository, deployment documentation, a technical overview of the architecture, and any credentials or access needed to manage the system. If the project includes a handoff to another team, we provide a walkthrough and written documentation to make the transition smooth.

Full source code (Git repository)
Deployment documentation
Architecture overview
System credentials and access
Optional: team walkthrough session

What We Need From You

The quality of the final product depends heavily on the quality of input we receive. We need timely feedback on deliverables, access to relevant systems or data, decisions when options are presented, and clarity on priorities. We don't need you to be technical — we need you to be available and decisive about your business requirements.

What We Don't Do

Transparency includes being honest about what's outside our scope. We don't do graphic design as a standalone service — we build functional interfaces, not brand identities. We don't manage your ongoing IT infrastructure. We don't guarantee specific business outcomes — we build the tools, you drive the business. We're upfront about all of this from the start.