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Technologies we use

We build with mainstream, well-supported technologies: Next.js and React for the web; Flutter, React Native, Kotlin and Swift for mobile; Node.js, NestJS and Python on the backend; PostgreSQL, MongoDB and Redis for data; AWS, Docker and Firebase for infrastructure; and OpenAI APIs and other LLM integrations for AI features. For payments and location we integrate Razorpay, Stripe and Google Maps Platform.

Each technology page explains when we choose it, what we build with it and the trade-offs to know about.

  • 24 technologies
  • 8 layers
  • Mainstream, well-supported tools
Layers of a software product: a phone app, a website, an API with connected services, a database and cloud hosting
Illustrative previewThe layers every product is built from: apps, web, APIs, data, cloud and AI.

In plain English

What each technology does for you

Technology choices shape how fast your product feels, what it costs to run and how easily another team can take it over later. You don't need to know these names: each card says what the tool does for a business and what it is used for.

2 technologies

Web

Frameworks for websites, web applications and dashboards, chosen for speed, search visibility and long-term maintainability.

  • A modern web technology for fast, search-friendly websites, online stores and web applications that load quickly on mobile.

    Used for

    • Business websites
    • Online stores
    • Web apps
    • Customer portals
  • Builds interactive screens in the browser, such as dashboards, admin panels and portals, that respond instantly as your team works.

    Used for

    • Web apps
    • Admin panels
    • Dashboards
    • Customer portals
4 technologies

Mobile

Cross-platform and native toolkits for Android and iOS apps, tested on the devices and networks common in India.

  • Build Android and iOS apps from one shared codebase, so you launch on both platforms faster with a consistent experience.

    Used for

    • Mobile apps
    • Delivery apps
    • E-commerce apps
    • Booking apps
  • Build Android and iOS apps in the same language as a React website, so one team can share code and skills across web and mobile.

    Used for

    • Mobile apps
    • Shopping apps
    • Staff and field apps
    • Mobile apps for SaaS
  • Apps built specifically for Android, with full access to the phone's hardware, background location and company-managed devices.

    Used for

    • Apps for Android
    • Delivery partner apps
    • Billing and POS apps
    • Field staff apps
  • Apps built specifically for iPhone and iPad, for when your product needs Apple features or a polished experience for iPhone users.

    Used for

    • Apps for iPhone
    • Apps for iPad
    • Health and fitness apps
    • Premium shopping apps

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3 technologies

Backend

Runtimes and frameworks for APIs, business logic, integrations and background jobs.

  • Runs the server side of apps: fast, scalable back ends that power your app, website and integrations.

    Used for

    • App back ends
    • Live order tracking
    • Chat and notifications
    • Payment processing
  • A structured way to build back ends on Node.js, so large business systems stay organised, testable and easy to hand over.

    Used for

    • Business app back ends
    • SaaS platforms
    • Marketplaces
    • Admin panel back ends
  • A programming language for AI features, data processing and automation: the engine behind document reading, reports and smart search.

    Used for

    • AI features
    • Document reading
    • Reports and analytics
    • Task automation
2 technologies

AI

Model APIs and integration patterns for AI features, with evaluation, guardrails and human review built in.

  • Adds AI features such as chat assistants, document summaries and smart search to your product, built on OpenAI models with human review.

    Used for

    • AI chatbots
    • Document summaries
    • Smart search
    • Drafting replies
  • Connects your product to AI language models from several providers, so each task uses a suitable model and you can switch later.

    Used for

    • AI assistants
    • Answers from documents
    • Workflow automation
    • Ticket triage
3 technologies

Data

Databases and caches for transactional records, flexible documents, search and real-time features.

  • A reliable database for the records your business runs on: orders, payments, bookings and stock, kept accurate and easy to report on.

    Used for

    • Orders and customers
    • Payments and ledgers
    • Stock and inventory
    • Bookings
  • A flexible database for records that vary a lot from one to the next, such as mixed product catalogues, content and activity logs.

    Used for

    • Product catalogues
    • Content and articles
    • Activity logs
    • Chat messages
  • Keeps frequently used data in fast memory, so apps stay quick on busy days and live features like order tracking feel instant.

    Used for

    • Faster apps
    • Live order status
    • Shopping carts
    • Job queues and alerts
3 technologies

Cloud & DevOps

Hosting, containers, managed services and deployment pipelines that keep releases repeatable.

  • Cloud hosting for your app, website and data, with data centres in India and room to grow when traffic rises.

    Used for

    • App hosting
    • File and photo storage
    • Backups
    • Busy sale days
  • Packages your software so it runs the same way on every laptop and server, which makes releases predictable and moving hosts easier.

    Used for

    • Reliable releases
    • Same setup everywhere
    • Faster onboarding
    • Easy scaling
  • Ready-made building blocks for mobile apps, such as push notifications, phone OTP login and crash reports, so you launch sooner.

    Used for

    • Push notifications
    • Phone OTP login
    • Crash reports
    • Real-time updates
3 technologies

Payments & maps

Payment gateways and location services for checkout, subscriptions, payouts, tracking and routing.

  • Accepts card payments and subscriptions from customers outside India, in many currencies, with automatic invoices and renewals.

    Used for

    • International payments
    • SaaS subscriptions
    • Card payments
    • Marketplace payouts
  • Lets customers in India pay by UPI, cards, netbanking or wallets, and handles subscriptions, refunds and payouts to sellers or partners.

    Used for

    • UPI payments
    • Cards and netbanking
    • Subscriptions
    • Payment links
  • Adds maps, address search, live tracking and travel-time estimates to delivery, ride and field apps, so orders reach the right door.

    Used for

    • Live delivery tracking
    • Address search
    • Store locator
    • Distance-based fees
4 technologies

Device management

Platform APIs and Apple and Google services we build on to enrol, configure, lock down and monitor company-owned phones, tablets, kiosks, terminals and screens.

  • A Google cloud API for device-management products: your console sets the rules, and a Google app on each Android device applies them.

    Used for

    • Kiosk products for stores
    • EMM and MDM products
    • Policy-based device fleets
    • QR and zero-touch setup
  • Built-in Android APIs that let one trusted app control a company device: kiosk lock, silent app updates and restrictions, even without Google Play.

    Used for

    • Custom kiosk launchers
    • Devices without Google Play
    • POS and signage agents
    • Silent app updates
  • The management channel built into iPhone, iPad and Mac: an MDM server sends settings, apps and commands, and devices apply them remotely.

    Used for

    • iPad kiosks
    • Company iPhone fleets
    • Mac setup and updates
    • School iPad programmes
  • The Apple portal for organisations, now called Apple Business: devices bought from Apple or linked resellers are assigned to your MDM and set up at first power-on.

    Used for

    • Zero-touch device setup
    • iPhone, iPad and Mac rollouts
    • Volume app licences
    • Managed Apple Accounts

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Choosing a stack

How we choose a stack

We pick technology for the product, not the other way round: the platforms you need, your team's skills if you will take the code in-house, hiring in the Indian market, hosting costs and the integrations involved. Mainstream choices keep the code maintainable by any capable team later.

Undecided on a stack? Your estimate includes a recommendation and the reasoning behind it.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Can we choose the technology stack, or do you decide?

Either works. If you have an in-house team, existing systems or a preference, we build on that where it is sound and flag any risks. If you have no preference, we recommend a stack in the estimate with the reasons, typically weighing platform needs, long-term maintenance, the availability of developers in India and hosting costs. We avoid niche frameworks that would make you dependent on us.

Flutter or React Native: which do you recommend?

Both are solid for cross-platform apps, and we build with both. Flutter suits apps with custom, brand-heavy interfaces and consistent rendering across devices; React Native suits teams already using React and TypeScript on the web who want to share knowledge and some code. Native Kotlin or Swift still makes sense for heavy device features. We recommend one per project, with reasons, rather than defaulting to a favourite.

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