Proga Tech

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the CEO of Stridist Inc

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

A B2B SAAS platform online fitness and nutrition coaches use to work with their clients 

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Proga Tech to accomplish?

• ⁠Modernize platform by migrating Node.js to .NET 9
• Centralize business logic in ASP.NET API, away from database
• Simplify database schema; remove triggers and stored procedures
• Improve performance and scalability on AWS ECS Fargate
• Enhance frontend UX with React, Redux and Capacitor
• Automate deployments via CloudFormation and CI/CD pipelines
• Reduce infrastructure costs and optimize resource usage

SOLUTION

How did you find Proga Tech?

Upwork

Why did you select Proga Tech over others?

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

How many teammates from Proga Tech were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

Refactored entire platform rewriting the codebase from the ground up. Developed new features. Had ownership of all ongoing development work and maintenance of it

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Achieved 10× faster page loads and API responses

Cut database CPU and RAM usage by 30%

⁠Increased trial-to-paid conversion via optimized signup flow

Boosted user engagement with photo sharing and surveys

Reduced support tickets by 30% through enhanced stability

Fixed the stability issues we were experiencing prior to our work together. Launched a number of important features such as custom branded apps for our coaches, sheets view and more. Onboarded 100+ new coaches during free-trial launch after our relaunch

Reduced RDS costs by 50%

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

Great Project Management through Notion and Slack. All features and rollouts delivered on time. Commuication was always prompt and transparent

What was your primary form of communication with Proga Tech?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

They are a team who genuinely cared about the project, our users, and the business. Going above and beyond on several occasions to ensure success.

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

No, they were great

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

 I am the CMO of a pet treats company 

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

We are a startup in the pet treats area in Ukraine. We are a small and fast-growing company that produces natural snacks for dogs and cats. 

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Proga Tech to accomplish?

• Develop an online store for healthy dog food
• Integration of a payment system with the lowest commission
• Eye-catching UI with user-friendly UX to draw more customers

SOLUTION

How did you find Proga Tech?

• Online Search
• Other

Why did you select Proga Tech over others?

• Good value for cost
• Referred to me
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from Proga Tech were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

The team was tasked with developing an e-commerce platform, our brand dedicated to healthy dog food. Their scope of work included creating a fully functional online store with a sleek, eye-catching UI and a user-friendly UX to attract and retain customers. They seamlessly integrated a payment system optimized for the lowest possible commissions, ensuring affordability for both us and our customers. Key deliverables included a responsive website design, smooth navigation, and reliable payment processing, all tailored to meet the needs of our growing customer base. The result exceeded our expectations and established a solid digital presence for our brand. The team completed the project within the agreed timeframe, developed instructional videos, and assisted with training our staff. Everything was done professionally. Today, our website plays a crucial role in the growth of our business! I am grateful to Proga Tech for their outstanding partnership and commitment to our project!

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Designing & building an online store embracing the brand was time, budget, and customer orientation. 

Optimizing SEO for healthy snacks searches in local area

Attracting customers through Google Shopping

Minimizing management efforts with shipping automations

Maximizing sales by integration of local payment provid

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

The team's project management was exceptional, ensuring clear communication and efficient workflows throughout the development of our online store for natural pet snacks. They consistently met deadlines and delivered all items on time without compromising quality. Additionally, they were highly responsive to our needs, quickly addressing any feedback or adjustments to align the project with our vision perfectly.

What was your primary form of communication with Proga Tech?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

What impressed me most about this company was their exceptional client-centric approach, always prioritizing our needs and vision throughout the project. Their willingness to go above and beyond to provide support, combined with the outstanding quality of their work, truly set them apart. Additionally, the team's high level of communication ensured a smooth and transparent process, making the collaboration both efficient and enjoyable.

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

Honestly, I was completely satisfied with Proga Tech's work. They delivered everything as promised, and I couldn't identify any areas for improvement during our collaboration.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the CEO of an AI Media Tech Company

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

AI powered web application focusing on media and entertainment workflows 

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Proga Tech to accomplish?

• User workflow implementation
• Scheduling and budgeting tables with AG Grid
• Advanced fullstack development
• Stripe integration

SOLUTION

How did you find Proga Tech?

Online Search

Why did you select Proga Tech over others?

• High ratings
• Great culture fit
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from Proga Tech were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

We engaged the team to enhance our AI-driven preproduction platform for the film industry. The scope of work included integrating models for automated script breakdowns and predictive analytics, designing scalable backend systems, creating a user-friendly interface, and building robust APIs for third-party integrations such as Stripe. 
Key deliverables were the automated script breakdown feature, an optimized scheduling/budgeting UI tool, and a comprehensive backend system. Their work met our high standards and was delivered on time, significantly improving our platform's functionality and user experience.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The measurable outcomes from the web app development project that demonstrate progress and success include an increase in platform stability, reduction in load times, and a decrease in reported bugs and issues. Additionally, the integration of new APIs resulted in an increase in data processing efficiency, while user satisfaction with the new interface saw a significant improvement. 
These metrics reflect the substantial improvements in performance, reliability, and user experience achieved through the development efforts.

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

The development team demonstrated exceptional project management skills throughout the engagement. They adhered to a well-structured timeline, consistently delivering items on time. Their agile approach allowed for flexibility and quick adjustments based on our feedback. 
Their communication was clear and frequent, ensuring that our needs and concerns were promptly addressed. The team was proactive in identifying potential issues and provided effective solutions, showcasing their commitment to meeting our requirements and ensuring the project's success.

What was your primary form of communication with Proga Tech?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

What impressed us most about the company was their ability to think outside the box and quickly learn new tools like AG Grid. They demonstrated a remarkable capacity to understand our product and users swiftly, enabling them to deliver innovative and highly relevant solutions. This combination of creativity, adaptability, and deep user insight truly set them apart and made our collaboration highly effective.

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

While Proga Tech delivered exceptional results, one area for improvement could be enhancing their documentation process. More detailed and comprehensive documentation throughout the development phases would help streamline future updates and maintenance. Overall, these are minor points in an otherwise outstanding performance.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Director of EA Search

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

We own various recruitment brands, including a job board.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Proga Tech to accomplish?

• Building a bespoke job board from my figma files
• Implement Stripe as our payment processor
• Create multiple login workflows and portals
• Create automated job alerts via Sendgrid integration

SOLUTION

How did you find Proga Tech?

UpWork

Why did you select Proga Tech over others?

• Pricing fit our budget
• Great culture fit
• Good value for cost
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from Proga Tech were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

To build a bespoke job board using just my design in figma, including multiple login workflows, Stripe and Google integrations, automated emails for job alerts, advanced search features including Geolocation addresses.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

A successful launch of the job board, with every possible workflow working seamlessly. Moving from the staging site to deployment was also seamless. We now have over 100 job adverts advertised, steady traffic from users, and a great response from the community the job board is targeted towards.

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

The team at Proga Tech are genuinely the best group of developers I’ve ever worked with. Extremely responsive, they’ll go above and beyond for you, and deliver everything agreed before the deadline.

What was your primary form of communication with Proga Tech?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

The team is fantastic and the level of quality in their work is second to none. They have a great attention to detail, and never compromised or cut corners. To be honest, they exceeded my expectations and continue to do so.

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

No

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

 I’m the president and founder of PigTracks, a cloud-based platform that enables operators and service companies to collaborate efficiently in the field, enhancing productivity and streamlining operations.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Proga Tech?

 We needed help with new feature development, platform enhancements, and bug fixes.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

 Proga Tech provides product management and software development services for us. One of the recent projects includes our weld count calculator; the team has designed and developed the feature.

What is the team composition?

 We work with four teammates from Proga Tech.

How did you come to work with Proga Tech?

 We found them through an online search. Proga Tech checked all the typical interview boxes and was willing to work with us to ramp up or down services. Working with new vendors is risky, and Proga Tech was willing to try a few smaller scope projects to ensure a good fit.

What is the status of this engagement?

 We started working with Proga Tech in March 2025, and our relationship is ongoing as we continue to plan and execute additional projects.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

 Proga Tech has reduced our bug backlog by 100% and increased the velocity of our feature backlog by 30%. The team has also performed speed improvements and completed refactoring projects.

How did Proga Tech perform from a project management standpoint?

 Proga Tech’s project management is great, and they deliver on time. We use Microsoft Teams for communication.

What did you find most impressive about them?

I'm impressed by their ability to consider the entire product and assess the impact of feature additions from the user's perspective.

Are there any areas they could improve?

 Providing release notes would be nice to help train users on new features. 

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the CEO of Felloz.

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

We help charity fundraisers to build a sustainable relationship with their donors utilizing mobile technology.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Proga Tech to accomplish?

• Develop a stunning web interface for our B2B users
• Focus on ease of use
• Synchronise with the App Development team

SOLUTION

How did you find Proga Tech?

Online Search

Why did you select Proga Tech over others?

• High ratings
• Good value for cost
• Referred to me
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from Proga Tech were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

Develop a dashboard for B2B users that allows them to see: 

• real-time updates 
• real-time content management
• customer onboarding 
• sync with iOS and Android platforms & backend communication

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

• All goals were hit in time and with more than expected.
• Usability time improved.

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

Even out-of-scope project communication with other teams was done.

What was your primary form of communication with Proga Tech?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

• Goal-oriented
• ultra professional work ethic
• We were impressed with their outstanding communication and problem-solving skills.

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

Honestly, not a single thing.