Web and web app development

Web and web app development

We build web applications, portals and custom platforms that work, last, and grow with your business. From the first release to continuous evolution, we're with you every step of the way.

Your software should help you grow, not hold you back

Many companies end up with applications that worked well at the start but have become a burden: every change takes too long, releases are risky, bugs multiply, and the team spends more time chasing problems than building value.

It's nobody's fault โ€” it's what happens when a product grows faster than its foundations.

We start from here: we understand where you are, what you actually need, and build (or rebuild) the software so it stays solid even when the business accelerates.

What we can do for you

  • Build your product from scratch. Have a clear idea or a high-level spec? We analyse the requirements, design the architecture, and develop the web application โ€” back-end and front-end โ€” with frequent releases and continuous feedback.

  • Evolve a product that's already working. Your software is in production but needs new features, integrations, or improvements. We integrate into your context, study the existing code, and develop while maintaining consistency and stability.

  • Get a system back on track that's gotten out of hand. The code has become difficult to touch, releases are frightening, documentation doesn't exist. We analyse the situation, define a gradual plan, and modernise without stopping operations.

  • Make releases safer and more frequent. Today every deploy is a stressful event? We introduce automated testing, release pipelines, and quality processes so you can release with confidence, even multiple times a week.

  • Find and fix performance issues. The application is slow, there are unexplained slowdowns, or spikes that bring the system to its knees. We identify the bottlenecks and intervene with targeted optimisations.

When it makes sense to involve us

  • Your product is growing and you want to structure architecture and processes before it becomes unmanageable
  • You want to develop with quality and have the certainty that the software will remain evolvable over time
  • You need a team accustomed to working in enterprise contexts where domain complexity is the order of the day
  • You want to modernise your software without rewriting it from scratch
  • Every release is a risk and you'd like a stable, automated process
  • You're looking for a reliable partner for new development or to rework delicate legacy code

Real-world cases

Financial advisory platforms โ€” Fintech

One of our clients develops platforms used by banks and insurance companies to advise their customers on investments, insurance policies, and real estate assets.

We've been working side by side with their team for over 5 years: developing new features, reworking existing applications, and addressing performance issues when volumes demand it. The relationship has grown over time because results are visible and the code we write holds up.

Management system modernisation โ€” ERP

A management system with multiple modules developed in different technologies, different installations per client, and entirely manual releases. Every change was risky and expensive.

We mapped the architecture, defined a simplification plan, and standardised build, deploy, and infrastructure. Critical modules were rewritten with modern technologies. Today the client manages 20+ components in a unified way with automated releases, and has regained control over the evolution of their product.

Did you know?

Maintenance typically absorbs between 60% and 80% of the total lifetime cost of a software system. A product born without tests, without automation, and without an architecture designed to last ends up costing far more than expected โ€” and the cost isn't just monetary, but in wasted time, risk, and missed opportunities.


In detail: our technical expertise

For those who want to get into the technical details, here's a more specific list of our capabilities.

  • APIs, microservices, and integrations โ€” We design RESTful and GraphQL services, multi-tenant architectures, and integrations with third-party systems.
  • Web front-end โ€” We develop interfaces with Angular and React, with attention to performance, accessibility, and code maintainability.
  • Architecture and refactoring โ€” We analyse existing systems to reduce complexity, separate modules, and improve scalability.
  • Performance and profiling โ€” We measure front-end and back-end bottlenecks and define prioritised interventions backed by data.
  • Testing and CI/CD โ€” We introduce automated tests and release pipelines for repeatable deploys and reliable releases.
  • Application security โ€” We analyse penetration test results (OWASP) and address the reported vulnerabilities.
  • Code quality โ€” We use tools like SonarQube to identify code weaknesses and improve robustness and maintainability.

Technologies

Back-end: Java, Spring Boot, Quarkus, Node.js, NestJS

Front-end: Angular, React

Database: PostgreSQL, MongoDB, DynamoDB

Infrastructure: Docker, AWS (Lambda, ECS), Terraform

CI/CD and quality: GitHub Actions, Bitbucket Pipelines, Jenkins, JUnit, Cypress, SonarQube


Looking for a smartphone app? See our dedicated page on mobile app development.

Frequently asked questions

What's the difference between a website and a web app?+

A website presents content; a web app gets work done. A web app is an application running in the browser where users perform operations: management systems, B2B portals, private areas, dashboards, configurators. That's exactly what we do โ€” custom web platforms with application logic, data and integrations, not simple brochure sites.

Do you develop the back-end too, or just the interface?+

Both. We design and build the entire application: front-end (Angular, React), back-end and APIs (Java, Spring Boot, Quarkus, Node.js) and the integrations with your systems. Our strength is precisely what sits underneath โ€” architecture, data, security and performance โ€” where a web app really makes the difference.

Can you take over a web app built by someone else?+

Yes. We often step into existing projects: we study the code, assess its state and continue development while maintaining consistency and stability. If the system has become hard to evolve, we define a gradual modernization plan without stopping operations.

Which technologies do you use for web apps?+

Front-end with Angular and React; back-end with Java, Spring Boot, Quarkus and Node.js; databases PostgreSQL, MongoDB and DynamoDB; infrastructure on Docker and AWS. We pick the stack based on the project and context, with attention to maintainability and long-term evolution, not trends.

Do you handle UX/UI design?+

We don't have in-house designers, but when a project calls for in-depth UX/UI work we collaborate with trusted professionals. Our focus is application solidity: architecture, data, integrations and performance.

Do you work with companies outside Bologna?+

We're a software house based in Bologna and we're glad to work with local companies, but we collaborate with clients across Italy. Much of the work is done effectively remotely, with in-person meetings when needed.

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