Custom Software Development Dallas
Custom software built for ownership, not retainer lock-in.
SaaS products, internal business tools, AI-powered workflows. Fixed-scope, fixed-price, documented for handoff. From $10K MVPs to $100K platforms.
Scope a projectProject types we build
SaaS MVP
$10K-$25K · 6-8 weeks
Core feature set, auth, payments (Stripe), basic admin. Goal: get to first paying customers.
SaaS Platform
$25K-$75K · 10-16 weeks
Full feature set, multi-tenant, team accounts, advanced admin, integrations.
Internal Business Tool
$15K-$50K · 8-14 weeks
Replaces a mess of spreadsheets, Zapier flows, or SaaS tools that don't quite fit.
AI-Powered Workflow
$8K-$30K · 4-10 weeks
Custom automation with LLM integration — lead routing, document processing, content generation.
Enterprise Integration
$20K-$100K · 8-20 weeks
Connects disparate systems (CRM, ERP, accounting, custom DB) with API middleware and admin UI.
Recovery / Rescue
$5K-$30K · 4-12 weeks
Take over a stalled or broken build. Audit, stabilize, finish.
How we build
Scope before commit
We don't start work on open-ended hourly contracts. Discovery → scoped proposal → fixed price and timeline. You know what you're paying and when you're getting it.
Build for ownership, not retainer lock-in
You own the code. It runs on your infrastructure. You can hire any developer to take over after us. We stay on retainer because we're useful, not because you're trapped.
Architecture first, code second
Every build starts with an architecture doc and ADRs (Architecture Decision Records). Future developers understand why things were built the way they were.
Test what matters
Unit tests for business logic, E2E tests for critical user flows, smoke tests on deploy. Not 100% coverage for coverage's sake — pragmatic test discipline.
Ship incrementally
No "big bang" launches. Every 1-2 weeks, something measurable ships to staging or production. Momentum maintained, risk reduced.
Document for handoff
Every build ships with README, env docs, deploy runbook, and architecture overview. You're never held hostage by tribal knowledge.
FAQ
When do I need custom software vs. off-the-shelf?
Buy off-the-shelf when a solid product exists and configuration fits your needs. Build custom when: (1) you're selling it (SaaS product), (2) existing tools don't match your workflow and workarounds cost more than the build, (3) the software is your competitive advantage. If you're paying for 5 SaaS tools that barely fit and stitching them together with Zapier, custom often pays back in 12-24 months.
How much does custom software development cost in Dallas?
MVP (6-8 week build, core features only): $10K-$25K. Full product with auth, payments, admin: $25K-$75K. Complex platform with multiple integrations: $75K-$250K. Ongoing maintenance retainer: $3K-$10K/month. We scope accurately before committing — no open-ended hourly billing.
Do you do SaaS products or just internal tools?
Both. SaaS products for founders going to market. Internal business tools for established companies automating their operations. Same stack, different commercial models.
What stack do you use?
Nuxt.js 3 (Vue) for frontend. Hono or Nitro for APIs. PostgreSQL + Prisma for data. better-auth for auth. Claude SDK for AI features. Vercel or Cloudflare for deployment. We pick the stack for your project constraints, not just our preference.
Do you handle hosting and ongoing maintenance?
Yes, optionally. Monthly retainers start at $3K/mo for small projects and include: hosting management, dependency updates, security patches, new feature development, and priority support. You can also self-host and only use us for features.
What if I need to exit the engagement?
Your code, your infrastructure, your data, always. We document the handoff. We help interview replacement developers if you go in-house. No lock-in.
Building something custom in Dallas?
Discovery call is free. Written scope + quote within one week.
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