Devine Globe Technologies

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the CEO of FlixMate

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

FlixMate is a social discovery app that helps users discover, share, and track tv and movie recommendations all in one place. 

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Devine Globe Technologies to accomplish?

• Build a unified platform where users can discover, track, and manage movies and TV shows across streaming services.
• Create a social entertainment experience that enables users to share and receive recommendations from friends and family.
• Develop cross-platform applications for iOS, Android ensure a seamless user experience.
• Introduce compatibility and personality scoring features to increase user engagement and social interactions.
• Design a scalable cloud-based architecture capable of supporting future user growth and feature expansion.

SOLUTION

How did you find Devine Globe Technologies?

Referral

Why did you select Devine Globe Technologies over others?

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

How many teammates from Devine Globe Technologies were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

Devine Globe Technologies developed FlixMate™ as a cross-platform entertainment discovery app for iOS and Android. Their work included mobile app development, backend and API development, AWS infrastructure, an admin portal, QA, deployment support, and Mixpanel analytics integration. Key features included content discovery, search, watchlists, user profiles, social recommendation sharing, and compatibility-based discovery. FlixMate™ remains an active product with ongoing refinements and feature enhancements.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The platform remains in an active product iteration phase, with continued refinements and feature enhancements being prioritized as FlixMate™ grows.”

FlixMate™ launched publicly on iOS and Android, establishing a cross-platform entertainment discovery experience that allows users to search for, save, organize, and revisit movies and television recommendations.

The project included development of the mobile applications, supporting backend infrastructure, administrative capabilities, and analytics integration.

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

Devine Globe has been responsive and collaborative throughout the FlixMate™ build. The team has remained available to discuss priorities, address questions, and work through product refinements as the platform has evolved. Because FlixMate™ is an active product with ongoing development needs, project timelines and deliverables have required continued alignment and iteration. Devine Globe Technologies was willing to adjust, troubleshoot, and support the work as new needs arose.

What was your primary form of communication with Devine Globe Technologies?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

What stood out most to me was that Devine Globe seemed genuinely invested in the product, not just focused on completing assigned tasks. There were thoughtful touches and extra considerations along the way that showed they were thinking about how a real end user would experience FlixMate™. That made me feel that they understood the vision and were engaging with the product beyond the technical build.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Devine Globe Technologies could have done differently?

At this time, I do not have any specific areas for improvement to note.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the CEO of ZAZU Interactive

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

ZAZU is a social gaming platform that turns real-world activities into fun challenges, rewards, contests, and events, helping people connect in real life while supporting local businesses and communities.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Devine Globe Technologies to accomplish?

• The goal of ZAZU is to create a scalable platform that drives customer engagement and user-generated content for local businesses while encouraging people to connect, explore, and participate in their communities.

SOLUTION

How did you find Devine Globe Technologies?

Online Search

Why did you select Devine Globe Technologies over others?

• High ratings
• Pricing fit our budget
• Good value for cost
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from Devine Globe Technologies were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

The development team built a cross-platform mobile application for iOS and Android that includes user profiles, a social feed, video creation and sharing, gamified challenges, XP and leaderboard systems, business profiles, rewards and contests, event discovery, location-based features, notifications, content moderation tools, user authentication, cloud-based backend infrastructure, and an administrative dashboard. They also implemented the supporting APIs, database architecture, and integrations necessary to support a scalable user and business ecosystem.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Since ZAZU is still in its growth phase, I’d keep it honest while highlighting real progress: The project successfully delivered a fully functional mobile application available for testing and user onboarding. Measurable outcomes include the successful launch of the platform, onboarding of 50+ local businesses, recruitment of creators and early users, implementation of core gamification and video-sharing features, and the establishment of a scalable foundation to support future growth, business subscriptions, and regional expansion.

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

The project management was exceptional from start to finish. The team consistently demonstrated professionalism, responsiveness, and a genuine commitment to the success of the project. They maintained clear communication throughout development, provided regular updates, proactively identified challenges and solutions, and were always available to discuss ideas or address concerns. Deliverables were completed on schedule, and when priorities evolved—as they often do in a startup environment—the team adapted quickly and efficiently. What impressed me most was that they treated the project as if it were their own, offering valuable strategic input beyond simply writing code. Their organization, technical expertise, transparency, and dedication exceeded my expectations, making them one of the best development teams I have ever worked with.

What was your primary form of communication with Devine Globe Technologies?

Virtual Meeting

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

What impressed me most about this company was their level of commitment, ownership, and genuine partnership. They don’t simply complete assigned tasks—they become invested in your success. Throughout the project, they consistently went above and beyond, working late nights, responding quickly to urgent issues, and doing whatever was necessary to keep the project moving forward. Whenever challenges arose, their team was proactive, solution-oriented, and fully engaged until the issue was resolved. What truly sets them apart is that they treat their clients like partners. They take the time to understand the vision, think through business objectives, offer strategic guidance, and help make better decisions along the way. I always felt like I had a dedicated team standing beside me, not just a vendor writing code. Their work ethic, integrity, communication, and genuine care for my personal and business success are rare qualities, and they were a major factor in bringing this project to life.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Devine Globe Technologies could have done differently?

No.  I could not be happier.