Beginning a custom software development project can feel daunting, but at Shape, we make the process simple, transparent, and collaborative from day one. Whether you’re an SME looking to streamline internal processes, launch a SaaS product, or replace unreliable tech, we’ve designed our approach to remove complexity and focus on delivering results that matter to your business.

Step 1: Schedule a Discovery Call

The first step is to book a free discovery call with our team. During this session, we’ll:

• Learn about your business goals and challenges
• Explore the problems you want the software to solve
• Share initial thoughts on technology fit (e.g. Flutter, Python, AWS/Supabase)
• Discuss your timeline, budget, and expectations

This isn’t a sales pitch — it’s about clarity. By the end, you’ll know if Shape is the right partner for your project.

Step 2: Collaborative Kickoff & Event Storming

Once we agree to move forward, we hold a kickoff workshop. We use event storming and domain-driven design techniques to map out:

• Your core business processes
• User journeys and pain points
• Key features for an MVP or full release
• Technical constraints and opportunities

This ensures the project starts with a shared understanding of your business, not just a list of features.

Step 3: UX Design & Prototyping

With a clear scope, we create UX wireframes and interactive prototypes. This stage helps you:

• Visualize how the software will look and feel
• Validate user flows early
• Share with stakeholders or investors for feedback

Our UX-first approach prevents costly rework later by aligning design with real user needs.

Step 4: Agile Development & Regular Feedback

We follow an agile, sprint-based process, which means you’ll see progress every two weeks. Our development covers:

• Frontend: Flutter for cross-platform apps
• Backend: Python/Django or FastAPI
• Cloud infrastructure: AWS, GCP, Supabase, or Railway

At the end of each sprint, we demo working features, gather your input, and refine priorities. This keeps development flexible while staying aligned with your business goals.

Step 5: Testing, Launch & Support

Before going live, your project goes through rigorous testing:

• Automated unit & integration tests (we aim for 90%+ coverage)
• End-to-end and manual testing
• Staged releases to reduce risk
  

When ready, we deploy to production and provide post-launch support to ensure stability, adoption, and scalability.

Step 6: Long-Term Partnership

At Shape, we’re not just about one-off builds. Many of our clients partner with us long-term for:

• Continuous improvements and new features
• Scaling infrastructure as usage grows
• Ongoing support with 24-hour critical response time
  

This way, your software evolves alongside your business.

Ready to Start Your Project?

Starting your software journey with Shape is as simple as reaching out. Schedule your discovery call today, and let’s explore how we can transform your idea into a reliable, scalable, and user-friendly solution.

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