Clever Coding

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the CEO and owner of a sports networking app called Home Field Advantage.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Clever Coding?

I relied on them to design the UX/UI so that I could approach venture capitalists to fund the backend development of the app.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

When I reached out to them with questions, they set up a one-on-one with me. After a free consultation about the potential success of the app, we created a plan to create the UX/UI to make the product presentable to an angel investor.

Once we kicked off the UX/UI project, we held zoom calls with their developer, twice a week. During these calls, we’d go over what I liked and didn’t like, and they’d quickly implement those changes. They ultimately produced me a prototype app for iOS that’s clickable.

What is the team composition?

I worked with Larry (CFO), Steve (CEO), and Matt.

How did you come to work with Clever Coding?

I was looking for US-based developers. I also wanted to work with a company close to the Utah Valley area, since that’s the market we’re targeting with our initial launch. Considering these requirements, Clever Coding was the choice for me.

How much have you invested with them?

I spent a little over $3,000. We’ve agreed to continue our engagement to produce the app’s backend once I receive venture capital.

What is the status of this engagement?

We began working together in May of 2020 and it’s an ongoing project.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

I’ve been very pleased with the quality of their work. Compared to the UX/UI of other prototypes I’ve seen, the app looks great so far. I wouldn’t have come this far without them.

How did perform from a project management standpoint?

They’re pretty good on this front. At first, they didn’t understand the urgency of what I needed, but when I talked to them about it, they upped the ante.

What did you find most impressive about them?

I have contact with their CEO at any time, which has been a big deal for me. I’ve also appreciated that they’re US-based. I’ve worked with offshore development companies before and didn’t have a great experience, so I appreciated that they were local to me. I didn’t have to waste any time trying to explain things.

Are there any areas they could improve?

No, not really.

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

Just try to provide something that’s detailed. That way, the developers don’t have to worry about what you’re looking for. I had a slide deck of exactly what I wanted ready.