NERDZ LAB

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the head of marketing communications at Yakaboo, a national book platform. We offer over 1 million books in print, electronic, and audio formats. We collaborate with 500+ publishers and provide delivery in Ukraine and worldwide. We also operate our own publishing house and mobile app for readers and corporate libraries.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with NERDZ LAB?

We needed to rebuild our mobile app from the ground up, including a completely new design and architecture. The previous version had critical issues that were driving users away, such as unstable authorization, broken access for users abroad, poor sync, and an outdated reading experience.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

NERDZ LAB has handled the full product rebuild of our mobile app, covering both design and engineering. The main deliverables include:

Design

Complete redesign of the app UI/UX — rethought from scratch, not an iteration on the previous version New onboarding flow with Apple ID and Google Sign-In Redesigned catalog, search, and library interfaces Custom reader interface with personalization options (fonts, themes, text size)

Engineering & Architecture

Full rebuild of the app architecture for both iOS and Android Stable authorization system including Apple ID and Google Sign-In Cross-device library and reading progress synchronization Offline reading mode Audiobook player with auto/car mode Bookmarks, notes, and quote sharing Full integration with the Yakaboo website ecosystem (purchases and library in sync across app and site) International access support — app fully functional outside Ukraine

QA & Release

Beta testing of the final build prior to public release Staged rollout to App Store and Google Play (starting at 5–10% of the audience) Crash monitoring and hotfix prioritization during rollout Structured review process with a readiness checkpoint before scaling to 100% of users Ongoing collection and triage of user feedback during the launch window

What is the team composition?

We’ve worked with  6-0 teammates from NERDZ LAB.

How did you come to work with NERDZ LAB?

We found NERDZ LAB through an online search. We chose them over other options because they had high ratings, their pricing fit our budget, they offered good value for the cost, and their company values aligned with ours.

What is the status of this engagement?

We started working with NERDZ LAB in September 2025, and our engagement ended in April 2026. 

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?

We’re currently in the active launch phase, so the final results aren’t available yet. However, the launch plan defines clear measurable targets that we’re tracking in real-time. We have more than 80,000 users on the app. Although users have had some trouble with the changed interface, it was predicted. The new version is more stable and has more marketing options for the future.

How did NERDZ LAB perform from a project management standpoint?

Their project management was great. We communicated through in-person meetings, virtual meetings, emails, and messages.

What did you find most impressive about them?

It was easy to work with the team; we had great communication, timing, and deadlines.

Are there any areas they could improve?

There’s nothing they could improve on; they’ve done a great job.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Founder of TableBud

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

TableBud is a social dining companion app that lets you discover, rate, and share restaurants through an interactive map with your friends.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire NERDZ LAB to accomplish?

• Develop the TableBud MVP (iOS and Android) with core social dining features, including map-based restaurant tracking, reviews, and profiles.
• Ensure clean, scalable code architecture to support future features like geofencing and advanced analytics.
• Collaborate on UI/UX implementation from existing Figma designs to deliver a polished, user-friendly experience aligned with TableBud’s brand vision.

SOLUTION

How did you find NERDZ LAB?

Referral

Why did you select NERDZ LAB over others?

• High ratings
• Pricing fit our budget
• Great culture fit
• Good value for cost
• Referred to me
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from NERDZ LAB were assigned to this project?

6-10 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

Scope of Work:
NERDZ LAB was hired to design, develop, and launch the TableBud mobile application (iOS and Android) — a social dining companion app that allows users to discover, rate, and share restaurants through an interactive map and visual review system.

Key Deliverables:

MVP Development: End-to-end build of the TableBud MVP including backend architecture, API integration, and frontend implementation based on Figma designs.
Core Features: User authentication, restaurant discovery map, review creation and storage, saved places, social profiles, and notification system.
Design Implementation: Pixel-perfect translation of UI/UX designs to ensure consistency with TableBud’s brand identity.
Testing and Deployment: Full QA cycle, TestFlight and Google Play testing, and App Store launch support.
Documentation and Handoff: Delivery of code documentation, technical support, and maintenance guidance for future phases

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

• Delivered a high-quality MVP that met all core functional and design requirements, providing a seamless and visually engaging user experience.
• Achieved a strong initial adoption rate, supported by positive feedback on the app’s intuitive UX/UI and clean navigation.
• The polished front-end experience helped retain early users and amplify organic marketing efforts, driving ongoing engagement post-launch.
• Completed development on time and within budget, with a scalable technical foundation ready for future features like geofencing, loyalty programs, and city-based filters.

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

NERDZ LAB assigned a dedicated project manager who kept communication clear, organized, and proactive throughout the build. All milestones were delivered on time and within scope, with weekly updates and consistent responsiveness to feedback or design adjustments. Their team was flexible in accommodating evolving product priorities and provided thoughtful technical input to ensure both design accuracy and app stability. Overall, their project management approach made collaboration seamless and efficient from development to launch.

What was your primary form of communication with NERDZ LAB?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

What stands out most about NERDZ LAB is the professionalism and legitimacy of their operation. They have a well-established team, a clear project management structure, and a strong online presence that immediately built trust. Their developers consistently delivered clean, functional products and maintained excellent communication throughout. I also found their value-to-quality ratio exceptional — it’s rare to find a team that combines strong technical ability, design precision, and reliable execution at such a competitive price point.

Are there any areas for improvement or something NERDZ LAB could have done differently?

They've done a great job

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

 I am the Head of Product of a financial services company 

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

We provide curated, sector-specific news, insights and expert analysis via a digital platform.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire NERDZ LAB to accomplish?

• Develop an enterprise-grade platform to deliver sector-specifc news and updates.
• Develop a news curation capability for source news.
• Develop an administration platform for moderating and highlighting relevant content.

SOLUTION

How did you find NERDZ LAB?

Referral

Why did you select NERDZ LAB over others?

• High ratings
• Pricing fit our budget
• Good value for cost
• Referred to me

How many teammates from NERDZ LAB were assigned to this project?

6-10 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

As part of the completed scope of work, NERDZ LAB successfully delivered a new website that allows users to view relevant content and set up various complex custom features.  In addition to the user-facing platform, NERDZ LAB also developed a comprehensive administration capability that enables administrators to manage users, content, and system configurations efficiently. The admin interface includes a sophisticated publishing capability using custom markup, allowing us to deliver relevant high quality content and analysis to our customers. NERDZ LAB helped to repurpose an AI-enabled engine that allows us to curate news for many sources. This capability ensures is delivered with minimal manual intervention. The AI capability allows for content to be effectively analysed and rated to allow for a better fit to the needs of our enterprise customers.  The solution is underpinned by two integrated back-end systems that seamlessly orchestrate the necessary data processing with a high degree of reliability and robustness. 

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

In terms of measurable outcomes that demonstrate the success and progress of the project, I can highlight the following:

1. Improved Performance – Performance has significantly improved since the first iteration of our website, resulting in faster load times and a smoother user experience.

2. On-Time Delivery – All agreed-upon project milestones and deliverables were completed on time, contributing to a predictable and efficient development process.

3. Infrastructure Upgrade – The successful migration from Firebase to a more robust AWS infrastructure (with MongoDB) has enhanced system scalability, reliability, and maintainability needed for an enterprise-grade solution.

4. Business Growth – The platform has grown substantially in terms of functionality, which has directly contributed to securing new business deals and expanding our customer base.

5. Proactive Communication – Communication throughout the project was consistent and timely, with the team demonstrating proactive engagement - even outside of regular working hours - which greatly contributed to project momentum and trust. 

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

All agreed-upon project milestones and deliverables were completed on time supported by proactive, open, highly professional two-way communication throughout the project. The team were consistently highly responsive - even outside of regular working hours - which greatly contributed to project momentum and trust. 

What was your primary form of communication with NERDZ LAB?

• In-Person Meeting
• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

NERDZ LAB brings that golden trait of taking ownership of issues until they get it right - in my experience this is unique and difficult to find. 

They also stand out with their exceptional communication - we had direct and ongoing access not only to the project manager but also to the development team itself when needed. This made collaboration smooth and transparent compared to shops where the devs stay hidden. 

NERDZ LAB’s directness brings with it an air of openness and honesty which really stood out— in addition to taking full ownership of the work, they managed all associated risks with integrity and accountability seldom found in this market.

The quality and speed of their work were also outstanding, especially when compared to other vendors we've worked with. Their proactive approach and valuable suggestions on specific user flows played a key role in shaping and delivering a successful product – often correcting or improving on our external UX/UI designs.

One particularly unique and valuable aspect of their offering was the fractional CTO service. Since we weren't in a position to hire a full-time CTO at the time, this was incredibly helpful. He was actively involved in both the technical and business sides of our operations and has had a significant impact on our product decisions and overall strategic direction.

Are there any areas for improvement or something NERDZ LAB could have done differently?

Nothing fundamental that I can think of.

UPDATED REVIEW

This review was published on August 23, 2022. 

Founder, Regulation Tech CompanyIT Services

City of London, England

1-10

Mar 2022 - May 2022

Less than $10,000

Verified

Project summary

NERDZ LAB was hired by a regulation company to produce a workflow tool that offers automated newsletter publishing. They use Amazon SAS and Firebase for the project. 

Feedback summary

NERDZ LAB accommodated the client's changing needs with a very attentive attitude. It was very pleasant to work with such a respectful team that was organized, determined, and focused. The team also had an impressive management style.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I’m a founder for a RegTech company that monitors new for compliance professionals.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire NERDZ LAB, and what were your goals?

Build a workflow tool that could produce a newsletter and publish automatically.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor and what were the deciding factors?

I was referred by another person. I interviewed the team and was very impressed with their ability to understand requirements and attention to detail.

Describe the scope of work in detail, including the project steps, key deliverables, and technologies used.

We used Firebase (Google) to build front end admin panel that allowed us to identify articles to publish. We used Amazon SAS to automate email publication to users.

How many people from the vendor's team worked with you, and what were their positions?

5 - project manager, UX/UI, BA, QA, Dev

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any measurable outcomes of the project or general feedback about the deliverables?

They were very attentive to our needs as requirements changed during the course of the project. Always available to speak and always gave good feedback and advice. The team was very professional and we enjoyed working with them.

Describe their project management style, including communication tools and timeliness.

We used slack and Google meetings to collaborate. Weekly calls to discuss progress and adhoc meeting to discuss issues identified. Management style was focused but cordial. It was very pleasant working with the team. Everyone was very respectful.

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

Dev skills, project management and organisation, determination and focus. Our project coincided with the start of the war and the team were resilient. It was very impressive.

Are there any areas for improvement or something they could have done differently?

Managing budgets and scope creep and ensuring customer is made aware at the beginning of the additional scope (so as to not be surprised by additional billable time). That being said, our requirements moved during project so we appreciated their flexibility and that was the cost for not having 100% clear requirements. Also, QA testing and test use cases - sometimes we found bugs that were not identified by the QA team.

STAR RATINGS: 

Overall rating: 5   

Quality: 5

Cost: 5   

Schedule: 5  

Willing to refer: 5   

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the CEO of Fuze

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Fuze is a financial data aggregation company operating in the wealth management space

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire NERDZ LAB to accomplish?

• Tidy up and build out new front end features
• Complete another integration with a data source

SOLUTION

How did you find NERDZ LAB?

Referral

Why did you select NERDZ LAB over others?

• High ratings
• Pricing fit our budget
• Good value for cost
• Referred to me

How many teammates from NERDZ LAB were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

We engaged Nerdzlab for two primary areas of development work, involving both backend and frontend tasks.

Backend Development:

Integration with WealthOS: Our backend developer was responsible for building a seamless integration between our platform and WealthOS. This involved setting up secure data flows, ensuring compatibility between systems, and enabling reliable data exchange from WealthOS into our platform. The developer focused on optimising the backend infrastructure to ensure smooth, continuous data integration for wealth management.

Frontend Development:

User Interface Enhancements: Our frontend developer worked on enhancing the user interface of our platform, introducing new front-end capabilities and improving the overall user experience.

WealthOS Data Handling: They also handled the visualization and presentation of WealthOS data, ensuring that complex data sets were displayed clearly and effectively for end users. This included the development of new features and enhancements to ensure seamless interaction with the WealthOS data, making it easy for users to view and interact with their wealth information.
Key Deliverables:

A fully integrated backend connection to WealthOS for reliable data flow.
New frontend features that support the presentation and visualization of WealthOS data.
Improved UI/UX to enhance the overall user experience when interacting with wealth management data.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

We structured the project using agile methodology, running in two-week sprints with daily stand-ups to track progress. This gave us clear visibility into deliverables and velocity throughout the engagement.

Key measurable outcomes included:

Sprint Delivery Tracking: We were able to measure progress through sprint boards, which clearly showed completed vs. pending tasks. This helped us quickly identify and resolve blockers.

On-Time Completion of Milestones: Specific deliverables were defined at the outset of the 3-month engagement, and we successfully delivered all critical tasks within that timeframe, including:

• Completion of the WealthOS backend integration
• Deployment of new frontend features and UI enhancements
• Handling and visualisation of WealthOS data in the front end

Improved System Functionality: By the end of the project, we had a working system that was integrated, testable, and user-ready — a clear outcome of successful backend and frontend collaboration.
The structure and communication cadence allowed us to stay on track and ensured that all priority items were delivered as scoped.

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

The team at Nerdzlab followed a structured and transparent approach to project management. We worked in two-week sprints with daily stand-ups, which allowed for continuous communication, regular updates, and early identification of any blockers.

They consistently delivered sprint items on time and kept us informed if any timelines needed to shift due to scope changes or technical complexity. Tasks were clearly tracked and prioritised, and they were proactive in managing workloads to ensure key milestones were met by the end of the 3-month project.

They were also highly responsive to our needs — whether it was refining priorities mid-sprint, clarifying technical decisions, or jumping on ad-hoc calls to resolve issues. Their flexibility and communication made the collaboration smooth and productive.

What was your primary form of communication with NERDZ LAB?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

What stood out most about Nerdzlab was the high calibre of the individual developers we worked with. Both the backend and frontend engineers were not only technically strong, but also showed real ownership over their work.

Backend Developer: Demonstrated deep understanding of complex integration work — the WealthOS integration involved nuanced data handling, and they delivered it with precision and reliability.
Frontend Developer: Had a great eye for detail and user experience. They didn’t just implement designs — they made thoughtful suggestions to improve how data was presented, especially with the WealthOS output.

Overall, their ability to quickly understand a domain as specific as wealth management and deliver production-ready features with minimal hand-holding was particularly impressive. It felt like having experienced in-house engineers embedded in our team.

Are there any areas for improvement or something NERDZ LAB could have done differently?

As there wasn’t a dedicated QA function, the developers relied on us to carry out testing after code was pushed. While this setup worked overall, it did mean a few issues only surfaced during our internal testing. A bit more rigorous self-testing before handover would have reduced the feedback loop and sped up final delivery.

That said, any bugs we did find were addressed quickly and professionally, and the team remained responsive throughout.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Manager of The Layover Club

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Provides discounts, city guides and crew tips for airline crew all around the world!

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire NERDZ LAB to accomplish?

• Create an app to provide our service to airline crew
• Help conceive ideas to better develop our app.

SOLUTION

How did you find NERDZ LAB?

Online Search

Why did you select NERDZ LAB over others?

• Pricing fit our budget
• Great culture fit
• Good value for cost

How many teammates from NERDZ LAB were assigned to this project?

6-10 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

Creation and development of our app as well as creation and development of a website to promote our brand and allow on-boarding for businesses to partner with us. 

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

Production and distribution of our app. Production and effective demonstration of a website that allows on-boarding of business partners onto our app.

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

The Nerdz Lab team managed our project expertly, assigning the appropriate team members at the appropriate time for every stage of our project. All items were delivered on-time with change requests incorporated with minimal disruption. A pleasure to work with all members of the team!

What was your primary form of communication with NERDZ LAB?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

They have an excellent level of communication, especially as I do not have expertise in the field of app and web development. All communication was in a friendly and warm manner with a team that was understanding to our needs.

Are there any areas for improvement or something NERDZ LAB could have done differently?

Honestly not really. Any issues were raised at the time and resolved!

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the CEO of TheRoom

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

A design studio specializing in UI/UX and product design for startups

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire NERDZ LAB to accomplish?

• Web-development for the website of our client

SOLUTION

How did you find NERDZ LAB?

Referral

Why did you select NERDZ LAB over others?

• High ratings
• Close to my geographic location
• Good value for cost
• Referred to me

How many teammates from NERDZ LAB were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

We designed a landing page for our client's project, an open-source decentralized AI supercomputer. Then, we reached out to the NERDZ LAB team for custom web development for this landing page. NerdLab promptly and efficiently assessed the work needed, recommended an effective technology stack, coordinated with our client, and completed the development process in less than a month. They delivered a fully functional animated website and CMS.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

Thanks to our collaboration, we assisted our client in launching the landing page for their startup. The landing page featured smooth animations, optimal performance across various browsers and screen sizes, and matched the original designs perfectly. Our client was delighted with the results of our partnership, and our design agency proudly added a successful live project to our portfolio.

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

The project managers demonstrate remarkable efficiency. Within one business day of receiving the initial requirements, they prepared a comprehensive estimate. We then connected them directly with the client, who got a clear plan of what would be done and when. As they worked with the client, they kept us updated on how things were going.

What was your primary form of communication with NERDZ LAB?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

Their attention to detail in creating a flawless live website is remarkable. It's uncommon for the development team to match the live version of the website exactly to the design files we provide.

Are there any areas for improvement or something NERDZ LAB could have done differently?

No, everything is just right

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

 I am the Marketing Lead of an other industries company 

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

It is a web and mobile application that helps manage your day rationally and transform communication disorder into clarity with less stress and more joy.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire NERDZ LAB to accomplish?

• UX design
• iOS app development
• Android app development

SOLUTION

How did you find NERDZ LAB?

Referral

Why did you select NERDZ LAB over others?

• Great culture fit
• Good value for cost
• Referred to me

How many teammates from NERDZ LAB were assigned to this project?

6-10 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

As a startup co-founder seeking to enhance our product before the next investment round, we engaged NERDZ LAB. Initially, we consulted with their Product Designer, impressed by their professionalism and expertise. We extended our collaboration to develop iOS and Android native applications. The project scope included UX design enhancements, developing two native apps, rigorous quality assurance, deployment assistance, and consulting.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

The project's measurable outcomes include substantial UX design enhancements, a successful launch of the iOS app, and positive user feedback. We've not only captured user appreciation for the updated app but also made a strong impression on investors.
Additionally, we've received recognition for our product, witnessed a decrease in user churn rate, and observed a shift in user acquisition dynamics. These achievements demonstrate tangible progress and success in improved user experience, successful app deployment, and enhanced market performance.

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

NERDZ LAB's project management was excellent. The process was well-structured, and the team maintained clear communication at every stage. They consistently delivered items on time and responded promptly to our needs and any issues that arose. Their efficient project management was a significant factor in our successful collaboration.

What was your primary form of communication with NERDZ LAB?

• In-Person Meeting
• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

NERDZ LAB truly impresses with their commitment to exceeding expectations and fostering genuine partnerships. Their high quality, professionalism, and unwavering honesty set them apart. They don't just complete tasks but consistently add value to projects, delivering top-notch expertise and suggesting optimal solutions. If you seek more than a typical vendor and want a dedicated partner in your success, NERDZ LAB is the choice to make.

Are there any areas for improvement or something NERDZ LAB could have done differently?

We have experienced exceptional service from NERDZ LAB, and there are currently no specific areas for improvement to note. They consistently meet our expectations, and we are highly satisfied with their performance.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the CEO & CTO of Subit ApS

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Subit make cutting edge scheduling software for schools and daycares

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire NERDZ LAB to accomplish?

• Establish a remote team

SOLUTION

How did you find NERDZ LAB?

Online Search

Why did you select NERDZ LAB over others?

• High ratings
• Close to my geographic location
• Pricing fit our budget
• Great culture fit
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from NERDZ LAB were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

We wanted to expand our product team by establishing a remote team. At first, we focused on frontend capabilities and later added backend specialists to the team as well. The work is ongoing and still evolving, and consists both of feature development as well as bug fixing.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

We have been thrilled with all the people we decided to hire through Nerdzlab. Everyone has shown much dedication to understanding the project details and delivering on tasks. Soft skills and communication are important factors to us, to make the collaboration a success both ways, and Nerdzlab also really delivered on that.

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

The management at Nerdzlab is always very quick to provide qualified candidates and lets us run the interview process as we best see fit. The team has been quick to get a deep understanding of our complex product, they always give their honest opinions and take great ownership of their work.

What was your primary form of communication with NERDZ LAB?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

Good culture, employees seems to be proud of working for Nerdzlab, great communication skills, very dedicated and reliable

Are there any areas for improvement or something NERDZ LAB could have done differently?

Nothing on top of my mind

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Founder & CEO of FWD

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Social networking

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire NERDZ LAB to accomplish?

• Complete Android development of mobile app
• Assist in launching MVP
• Website design & development

SOLUTION

How did you find NERDZ LAB?

Clutch Site

Why did you select NERDZ LAB over others?

• High ratings
• Good value for cost
• Other

How many teammates from NERDZ LAB were assigned to this project?

6-10 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

NerdzLab was responsible for taking existing faulty code and refractoring, rewriting and reimplementing it to ensure the deployment of an Android MVP. Additionally, NerdzLab designed and developed our website.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

1. Completing all milestones, making the app work as designed and per the SRS, deploying it to the Google Play Store. 
2. Designing and deploying the website.

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

Yes; NerdzLab was timely, responsive and communicated well in a very complicated, fluid project.

What was your primary form of communication with NERDZ LAB?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

Three (3!) other development companies -- with high Clutch and other platform ratings -- deeply screwed up development. Each of these highly rated companies, over promised and under delivered. Their communication was poor, often hiding problems they encountered and trying to rush through the project to meet deadlines in order to get paid even though they did not perform the work adequately. They did not take ownership of the project or care about the outcome for their client. 

Vova and NerdzLab were different. At each step along the way, I had team members who care about developing the project as specified, communicating all problems and troubleshooting to get the job done well and on time. I felt like I had a true in-house team working with me. They are not just an outsourced, contracted team.

Are there any areas for improvement or something NERDZ LAB could have done differently?

No

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the COO of TriCan Health

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

TriCan Health empowers cancer patients to navigate clinical trials and gain access to the most advanced medicines available.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire NERDZ LAB to accomplish?

• Design and build our online presence
• Design and build our patient-trial matching platform
• Fine-tune our algorithms and UX for optimal user experience

SOLUTION

How did you find NERDZ LAB?

Clutch Site

Why did you select NERDZ LAB over others?

• High ratings
• Great culture fit
• Good value for cost
• Capabilities matched our needs

How many teammates from NERDZ LAB were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

1. DESIGN. Nerdz Lab helped our start-up business conceive of, design, test, and build an online platform to match cancer patients to potentially life-saving treatments currently available in clinical trials. Nerdz assigned designers to help us with everything from color schemes and fonts to web layout and mobile-optimized content architecture. Extensive use of Figma with productive back-and-forth discussion ensured we were happy with the design before it was built. 
2. BUILD. The Nerdz team then made our design reality with detailed approaches to infrastructure and application components, ensuring security, scalability, speed and ease of use. Testing throughout the process resulted in design tweaks and changes, as you’d expect. Nerdz was incredibly helpful, responsive and creative in approaches to address our questions and change requests. 
3. TEST. Once the platform was developed, the Nerdz team and our company tested all functionality for accuracy, OS interoperability, and robustness. The Nerdz team was very patient as we introduced additional change requests based on client feedback from the dev site, and incorporated everything requested with helpful suggestions to improve on our initial asks. 
4. RELEASE. The move from development site to production site was seamless, and users were immediately able to benefit from TriCan’s trial matching capabilities to identify best-match clinical trials for their cancer.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

• Design completion and review 
• Platform development and test 
• QA testing for results accuracy and usability

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

Excellent project management with weekly meetings to ensure continued progress. Highly responsive to requests, questions, and changes to the scope of work.

What was your primary form of communication with NERDZ LAB?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

Nerdz has an exceptional customer orientation. Their willingness to work with us on how the platform should look, function and scale was incredibly helpful and instrumental in our success. They explained design decisions and technology approaches in a way that we could understand, without making us feel clueless (which we were!), and did an impressive job of bringing us along on the journey from ideation to the point of product release. We felt they truly partnered with us to launch our company.

Are there any areas for improvement or something NERDZ LAB could have done differently?

Nerdz did an incredible job and we are delighted with their work. The project could have moved more quickly with tighter project management, though I suspect we were the cause of delays due to slow responses and a long list of small change requests.