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Giraffe Software is a Ukrainian software development company providing high quality IT solutions in web development, consulting and software testing.
We have expertise in a variety of areas such as retail analytics, real estate market solutions, and high load dating web applications.
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WISHDATES - multi-channel dating app
Development of high-load dating website with multisite and mobile application support, oriented on USA and CIS markets.
Project management methodology:
– work experience in Scrum and Kanban methodologies
Professional knowledge, used in projects:
– programming language PHP 5.3, programming environment ZendStudio 8;
– dating-projects development on the basis of Yii framework 1.1.12;
– JavaScripts writing;
– data bases creation using MySQL;
– CRM system creation and development;
– experience in creating applications for social networks: “Vkontakte”, “Facebook” and “Odnoklassniki”;
– experience with API: Google Plus api, Linkedin api, Yahoo api, Yandex api, Paymentwall api; OOP, jQuery,TWIG-template engine, webpage layout using CSS and HTML; Google Analytics, SVN;
– experience in cache using with the help of Memcache and Apc;
– experience in Gearman for task distribution;
– using Sphinx, Handlersocket for sql-query optimization;
– engineering and development of client ineraction interface for Ios and Android;
– adjustment of svn, postfix, gearman servers

INSTITUTE OF CONSULTING - find your certified consultant
Development of the website providing service to professional consultants, aimed at their business and professional potential development. On a paid basis, consultants are offered best practices, networking, ability to establish professional contacts and so on.
Project management methodology:
– work experience in Scrum and Kanban methodologies
Professional knowledge, used in projects:
– programming language PHP 5.3;
– website development on the basis of Drupal 6;
– JavaScripts writing;
– data bases creation using MySQL;
– use of OOP;
– use of jQuery;
– webpage layout using CSS and HTML;
– using subversion: SVN;
http://www.iconsulting.org.uk/

CROWDTWIST - find best loyalty programs on the market
CrowdTwist is an industry-leading provider of comprehensive and patented multichannel loyalty and engagement solutions that drive incremental spend, leading to better customer data, stronger insight, and more personalized experiences. We are revolutionizing loyalty, helping top brands including Pepsi, L’Oréal, 24 Hour Fitness, and Zumiez develop a deeper understanding of customers. Forrester recognized CrowdTwist as a Leader in “The Forrester Wave™: Customer Loyalty Solutions For Midsize Organizations, Q1 2016.”
Project management methodology:
– work experience in Scrum and Kanban methodologies
Professional knowledge, used in projects:
– programming language PHP 5.6. Programming environment PhpStorm 8;
– project development on the basis of Phalcon framework 1.x;
– frontend development on the basis of Angular 1.x and Backbone;
– data bases creation using Oracle;
– experience in creating applications for facebook;
– experience in cache using with the help of Redis and Apc;
– experience in RabbitMQ for task distribution
http://crowdtwist.com/

GREAT AGENT - Intelligent CRM system for real estate
Giraffe Software company provided consultancy for US startup Great Agent that made predictive real estate marketing & sales platform.
We helped Great Agent with establishing distributed dev team, technical interviews, consulted them regarding technologies, agile methodologies and tools.
Project management methodology:
– Scrum methodology
Professional knowledge, used in projects:
– PHP7;
– Laravel framework;
– Mysql;
– Twilio API;
– jQuery;
– PHPUnit;
https://greatagentusa.com/
Reviews
the project
Web Development for Children's Educational Platform
"Their reliability, tech expertise and quality of service set them apart."
the reviewer
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The client submitted this review online.
Please describe your company and your position there.
Founder of GrowMindGrow. We provide a leading-edge educational platform which brings an adaptive learning experience to children and delivers monitoring and metrics to parents and teachers.
For what projects/services did your company hire Giraffe Software ?
I had a project idea in mind and needed help implementing it, meaning development services. before hiring Giraffe, the project was only an idea so they've been instrumental in bringing my vision to life. GrowMindGrow (GMG) brings together two very different ingredients in order to create the perfect educational recipe: a fun adaptive learning experience for your children coupled with a powerful suite of tools that help parents and educators stay connected to their progress. GrowMindGrow naturally adapts to each child’s unique learning style, giving them the ability to maximize their potential.
What were your goals for this project?
To find a reliable development partner To find specialists who would not only code what I want, but have their vision and share their opinion on best practices and implementations To see my idea implemented successfully, on time and on budget
How did you select this vendor?
I got a lot of offers, but liked Giraffe’s technical expertise and assurance they can deliver. They immediately showed strong technical expertise in early discussions, and gave me confidence in their ability to be adaptive and to deliver.
Describe the project and the services they provided in detail.
I chose the outstaff model of work the most suitable for the project. The allocated developer is great and working on my project for more than 6 month already developing client and server side parts (rest api) using the following tech stack for front-end: Vue.js, for the back end: Node.js/Express.js/MongoDB/AWS(Lambda, S3, API Gateway, WebSockets).
What was the team composition?
Full Stack developer. Some consulting services on requirements building.
Can you share any information that demonstrates the impact that this project has had on your business?
Giraffe has been instrumental in building my technology business. They've worked by my side growing the business from concept to first production release and to a point where the business can be monetized.
How was project management arranged and how effective was it?
Being an industry professional with experience managing large IT teams in the financial industry, I wanted to work very directly with a top notch developer. Giraffe was very flexible in accommodating my needs and finding an effective work pattern.
What did you find most impressive about this company?
Their reliability, tech expertise and quality of service set them apart. One of the key drivers of success has been the technical ability of the resource allocated to me but also the professionalism of Giraffe's management.
Are there any areas for improvement?
No - I plan to scale up my use of Giraffe's services as soon as my business grows to a level where that's possible.
the project
Custom Web Dev or Online Product Retailer
"We liked their work so much we’ve brought them onboard other software development projects..."
the reviewer
the review
The client submitted this review online.
Please describe your company and your position there.
I’m a director of LOOXIS GmbH, a customized gift producer. We sell our products online, as well as through resellers. Additionally, we provide digital services to clients through our wecreateyour.com web platform.
For what projects/services did your company hire Giraffe Software?
We brought Giraffe Software on to develop a product configuration tool to let our customers customize their products online.
What were your goals for this project?
We wanted a custom product configurator, as solutions already on the market couldn’t integrate with our internal production process. They wouldn’t export the data in our necessary format.
How did you select this vendor?
We’d worked with companies and freelancers from around the world, but we were looking for someone closer to us who shared our culture and mindset. Giraffe Software provided a flexible offer.
Describe the project and the services they provided in detail.
Initially, their team worked independently from our internal developers. They're building a centralized, PHP backend with a JavaScript frontend that can be installed in various locations. Their design is such that it works internally, as we use it now, but we can also build a SaaS product around it later. They researched and recommended the specific technologies we should use.
We liked their work so much we’ve brought them onboard other software development projects, working closely with our in-house staff.
What was the team composition?
We started with a frontend developer and then expanded to include a PHP developer.
Can you share any information that demonstrates the impact that this project has had on your business?
We have similar approaches to work, seeing as we’re based in the same region. Their communication and proactivity allow us to be highly efficient. It also produces a qualitatively better result than our cooperations with past vendors did.
How was project management arranged and how effective was it?
We communicate directly with their two assigned resources. They did offer us a manager, but we prefer direct contact with the developers. Everyone at their company is responsive, and it was easy to overcome the initial hiccups present in all software development projects. They are definitely the right partner for us.
What did you find most impressive about this company?
They’re flexible and dedicated to helping their clients. Their location in a smaller metropolitan area gives them a cost advantage compared to other suppliers.
Are there any areas for improvement?
Our current projects are progressing nicely, but if we started a larger project, I would certainly look for more thorough reporting of work hours. I don’t have any suggestions for improvement now, however.
the project
Outsourced Dev & Testing for Analytics Company
"Giraffe Software cared about the work and didn't just do it because we said so."
the reviewer
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A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this client over the phone. Below is an edited transcript.
Introduce your business and what you do there.
I am a partner in a Danish software company with a focus on analyzing shop visitors and providing analytics.
What challenge were you trying to address with Giraffe Software?
It’s hard to find good developers in our city, given that most of them live in larger cities like Copenhagen, which is too far away for us.
What was the scope of their involvement?
The main task was converting our existing framework to Laravel PHP. We also wanted to incorporate automated testing for the software. Dmitriy, their CEO, specializes in these areas. He created the testing platform from scratch and also started helping us convert the page to Laravel. With this came everything from plain JavaScript to the jQuery framework, standard HTML5, and CSS3, Codeception for testing, MySQL as a database language, Linux for hosting and NGINX as a web server.
What is the team dynamic?
We used a single resource who handled testing for the first three months. When we started to convert the framework, we had up to two full-time members.
How did you come to work with Giraffe Software?
One of the older developers in our company had a contact from Giraffe Software. We got in touch and evaluated them to see if they could help us out, and took things from there.
How much have you invested with them?
The project size has been around $70,000.
What is the status of this engagement?
We started working with Giraffe Software in May 2016. The conversion took one year.
What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?
Outsourcing was one of the last things we wanted to do, but Giraffe Software’s mindset was very similar to ours here in Scandinavia regarding the workflow and quality. We had high expectations and everything has been on par with what we expected. So, quality wise, we are satisfied.
How did Giraffe Software perform from a project management standpoint?
The language barrier hasn’t been a problem; they understand and speak English at a good level. The team also visited us in person.
They tried to find the meaning of our requests, instead of just doing them. The team asked questions and mentioned any obstacles before it was too late, and they would have to redo the whole task. This has been important because it means that Giraffe Software cared about the work, and didn’t just do it because we said so. We’re not always right.
What did you find most impressive about them?
Their attention to detail is impressive. I have been working with companies in India, but this was our first collaboration with a Ukrainian one. Their performance was on par with my expectations. When I gave Giraffe Software something, they cared enough to provide suggestions and make it even better.
Are there any areas they could improve?
No. The only negative part about being cautious is that it will take more time. I would rather have something take more time and be done thoroughly and correct, rather than quick and wrong.
the project
Development Support for Custom CRM
"They have smooth communication, an easy engagement process, and qualified resources."
the reviewer
the review
The client submitted this review online.
Please describe your company and your position there.
Partnership Coordinator at a Software development company We have access to more than 500+ dev teams who cover most of the modern web, mobile and even desktop technologies.
We have 7 years of proven experience in work with clients around the world. Our offices are located in the United States, Ukraine, and Israel. We tend to work with the greatest talents, and it has led to an extra layer of experts including friends and colleagues we’ve worked with on a long-term basis.
For what projects/services did your company hire Giraffe Software?
Giraffe Software is one of the dev teams we collaborate with. Our experience on a number of projects has been very good so far. They always provide skilled and productive developers.
What were your goals for this project?
Re-write a platform (CRM) from scratch and meet client’s expectations on the timeline
How did you select this vendor?
We have been collaborating with Giraffe for more than a year and our experience was very good, so we keep working with the guys on various projects.
Describe the project and the services they provided in detail.
The latest project was a CRM system with reporting, user management, blog and other features. We had positive reviews about the developers from Giraffe Software.
What was the team composition?
Backend developer
Can you share any information that demonstrates the impact that this project has had on your business?
We are expanding our business and growing due to collaborations as we have with Giraffe Software. Their specialists provide flawless end-to-end delivery of any given project.
How was project management arranged and how effective was it?
It was on a client’s side
What did you find most impressive about this company?
They have smooth communication, an easy engagement process, and qualified resources.
Are there any areas for improvement?
Do not see any at the moment
the project
Portal Development for IT Company
"Giraffe Software is an experienced and professional team."
the reviewer
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The client submitted this review online.
Please describe your company and your position there.
We are an information technology comapny delivering social media marketing and management services for the past4 years. I'm the co-founder and CEO of the company.
For what projects/services did your company hire Giraffe Software?
I needed to find a reliable contractor that can deliver my project and provide high quality services. We are launching a one of a kind job portal web app after seeing a big demand in the local market and decided to hire Giraff Software for the development.
What were your goals for this project?
To launch the platform with a tight budget and timeline. We needed the platform to be built from the scratch. We provided them specifications and everything else was built by them.
How did you select this vendor?
We approached more than 15 companies that have a very good rating on Clutch. Giraff Software took the time to hear our needs and excelled in understanding our problem and communicating with us promptly and giving us a very good estimation.
Describe the project and the services they provided in detail.
After giving them the specification document, we planned out the project in 4 milestones. We had separate contracts for each milestone with clear description of the functionality. They delivered each milestone after testing and it was excellent. The desired features include: login and registration, user management, API integration, payment management, admin panel.
What was the team composition?
4 specialists: back end developer, front end developer, project manager and quality assurance specialist. The team was present throughout the project timeline.
Can you share any information that demonstrates the impact that this project has had on your business?
We have a unique value proposition for the job seekers on our market and this project is a huge step forward for us to go digital with the product. Our launch date is April 1, 2020, but due to the pandemic we are forced to postpone our launch date.
How was project management arranged and how effective was it?
It was good overall, the team did their best at estimating and developing the needed functionalities. They were very responsive and deadlines were met in all the 4 milestones. Our time zones were very close and we didn't face any problem regarding this and we never faced any issue regarding language as all speak a fluent English.
What did you find most impressive about this company?
Giraffe Software is an experienced and professional team. They understood our needs early and it was easy for them to plan and develop according to specifications. It's always a big deal for a client to get a professional team at an affordable rate. We are very happy with what we got and we will definitely work with them for future projects.
Are there any areas for improvement?
Can’t really tell.
the project
Cloud Development for Small Business Solution Platform
"They know exactly what they are doing and are very effective in delivery."
the reviewer
the review
The client submitted this review online.
Please describe your company and your position there.
We are a startup based in Vilnius Lithuania specialising in building unique solutions for micro and small businesses. I am the founder.
For what projects/services did your company hire Giraffe Software?
Cloud solution development.
What were your goals for this project?
- User registration with OAUTH
- Update account info
- Create clients
- Generate invoice
- Email invoice
- Download PDF
How did you select this vendor?
Through an interview process among several vendors.
Describe the project and the services they provided in detail.
A cloud invoicing platform to enable users create and manage thier invoices. Back log creation and clarifications Authorization Sign Up Form with email and pass LinkedIn Google+ Facebook LogIn Login form Forgot password User Profile Management Profile section "Email First Name Last Name Your Company Name" Your Company address (Google autofill) Upload logo Change password Default Currency Select Default PDF Template Design (4 available now) OR or Memberstack.oi integration for user registration and subscription management including:
User Settings Section: User Profile Management Profile section "Email First Name Last Name Your Company Name" Your Company address (Google autofill) Upload logo Change password Default Currency Select Default PDF Template Design (4 available now) Invoices Invoices section Create (invoice type 1) Create (invoice type 2) Create (invoice type 3) Create (invoice type 4) Save Send Download pdf Convert to pdf Update invoice (only to invoices not viewed / downloaded)
Delete invoice Enter payments on invoice Client Management Contacts section Clients tab (ready), just improve the performance Backend part doesn't work properly in existing version Add new client form Add validations to fields Integrate Google address autofill Main Admin section - Registered users - Invoices generated - Total invoice value
What was the team composition?
Project Lead Project Manager Developers QA
Can you share any information that demonstrates the impact that this project has had on your business?
The project was completed a few days ago. We have already started using the platform and are currently on-boarding other users. The solution will put our business on the map based on the objectives set, we will be able to start providing our SaaS solution to clients around the world. We have been working on this for two years and in six short weeks, we have an MVP
How was project management arranged and how effective was it?
The team from Giraffe assigned a PM to the project and communicated with us on a daily basis via our preferred platform (Skype). It was extremely effective and the turnaround time was practically instantaneous.
What did you find most impressive about this company?
Communication Skill Performance. They know exactly what they are doing and are very effective in delivery.
Are there any areas for improvement?
For now no. They did what was meant to be done effectively. We have long term plans to work with the team.
the project
Web & Mobile App Development for Computer Software Company
"They are skilled and responsible developers with a good level of commitment and communication."
the reviewer
the review
The client submitted this review online.
Please describe your company and your position there.
Partnership Manager at JetSoftPro Our mission is to assist clients worldwide with the digital transformation of their businesses by providing the most innovative, efficient and value-added solutions and services from one point in “One-Stop-Shop” paradigm.
For what projects/services did your company hire Giraffe Software?
For web and mobile development.
What were your goals for this project?
To create an MVP version and meet the estimated timeline and cost.
How did you select this vendor?
Liked the references, experience and past projects.
Describe the project and the services they provided in detail.
Actually we worked on an outstaff basis where Giraffe supported us with their technical specialists for a few projects. We started with 1 project and after successful completion, we decided to collaborate on another one. So they supported us with front end and back end developers.
What was the team composition?
Frontend and backend developer, account manager.
Can you share any information that demonstrates the impact that this project has had on your business?
Completion and successful launch of the project is a crucial part of our business, and we are achieving this goal with Giraffe’s help.
How was project management arranged and how effective was it?
Project management was on our side and it was effective as there were daily standups/communication with the team.
What did you find most impressive about this company?
They are skilled and responsible developers with a good level of commitment and communication.
Are there any areas for improvement?
Widen their technological stack, so we can collaborate on more projects.
the project
LMS Development for School
"They always strived to deliver a quality product, and they didn't leave much to chance."
the reviewer
the review
The client submitted this review online.
Please describe your company and your position there.
I'm the Product owner.
For what projects/services did your company hire Giraffe Software ?
I have chosen Giraffe Software for implementation of online LMS system for students at a particular Estonian school.
What were your goals for this project?
Get the project done within a timeline and budget.
How did you select this vendor?
We contacted several potential vendors for this project, and discussed the project with them. Giraffe asked the right questions. It was apparent that they have experience with systems in the education industry.
Describe the project and the services they provided in detail.
The system is quite complex. It entails 7 user roles and different permissions / functionality for each. Parents can view their child's progress, sign contracts, view invoices etc. Students collaborate with their counsellors in developing a study plan, as well as view their personal schedule. Counsellors manage the study program, courses, students etc. Library clerk can add new books to the students' invoice etc. This is just a short introduction to the wide range of features that had to be implemented. We needed an experienced team to do the development, and Giraffe stood out.
What was the team composition?
At first I worked with Business Analyst. Together we analysed the requirements, to transform the business requirements into technical requirements. Then, Giraffe suggested a team composition based on the requirements. This included a back-end dev, a front-end dev, a project manager and a QA expert.
Can you share any information that demonstrates the impact that this project has had on your business?
Implementation of ARLP is a huge step toward becoming more digital, attracting new students, especially international ones, giving students more freedom in managing their education.
Implementing ARLP allows us to onboard new employees more easily, as the workflow is well-defined for them. It also allows parents, students and employees to always have the latest information about what's going on.
Most importantly, ARLP has streamlined communication over the study plan. The study plan describes which courses a student needs to take this school year. It is different for each student, based on their needs and purposes. Previously, this process was very tedious. It was done by exchanging an excel file over email. Now, it's very simple for the student and the school counselor. We have reduced the required time for this task, as well as the room for human errors.
How was project management arranged and how effective was it?
It was great. We had weekly calls about the requirements and the project's progress. After each call, I was sent an overview of the decisions we made during the call. Often times, the developers took part in these calls as well, to reduce the chance of any loss of information. The project was transferred to a new project manager along the way, and the transition went really smoothly. We hardly even noticed the change.
We were given access to the project Jira to see how tasks advanced forward. Giraffe is offshore to us, and we communicated via English, which is not the native language for none of the persons involved in the project. This didn't pose any issues. In the very few occasions where the project manager had a feeling that there is chance for a language-related misunderstandings, they illustrated their ideas with logical examples.
What did you find most impressive about this company?
Holistic approach and responsiveness in communication. It felt like the project was this team's own. They always strived to deliver a quality product, and they didn't leave much to chance.
Are there any areas for improvement?
There is not much I could suggest in this regard. Giraffe works well.
the project
Design & Dev for Educational Marketplace
"...I am happy I can finally start gaining traffic and fulfill my goals."
the reviewer
the review
The client submitted this review online.
Please describe your company and your position there.
I am owner at SoSimple.co.il and Coursely project
For what projects/services did your company hire Giraffe Software ?
I needed a platform that connects students and tutors in a bunch of educational areas, mainly for Business-related education. The aim was not only to create an educational marketplace, but also a strong network of like-minded people.
What were your goals for this project?
The initial goal for the project was a complete redesign of the platform with more focus on UI/UX
How did you select this vendor?
My choice was based on a thoughtful approach to planning phase where I got my old code analyzed and expert vision on the future steps. I had a trust and respect for Giraffe Software team as well and they had a trust in my project
Describe the project and the services they provided in detail.
As was initially agreed Giraffe Software focused on implementing the new design first and then connecting the backend with front end, proceeding with new features and improvements.
What was the team composition?
I was provided that was both skilled to work with messy old code and also a great one to fit my budget. QA was also added to the team
Can you share any information that demonstrates the impact that this project has had on your business?
This is one of the most important projects for me and I am happy I can finally start gaining traffic and fulfill my goals. That is why I appreciate Giraffe Software input a lot
How was project management arranged and how effective was it?
I have communicated with PM and tech lead mostly through Skype and was pleased that the team understands and successfully solves some challenges, one of which was that the project was all in hebrew. It’s been a real pleasure to work with the Giraffe!
What did you find most impressive about this company?
On-budget delivery and their engagement into the project
Are there any areas for improvement?
Well, no one is perfect, but having experience with development companies before, I can say that this one was a success.
the project
Web App Development for SEM Company
“I was impressed by their deep expertise in Laravel.”
the reviewer
the review
The client submitted this review online.
Please describe your company and your position there.
I’m the founder of SEM Auditors.
For what projects/services did your company hire Giraffe Software?
We needed help with web app development.
What were your goals for this project?
To automate and speed up our working processes, making it easier to manage our work.
How did you select this vendor?
I liked their approach to work and communication, and they gave great feedback too. Their hourly rate was a huge bonus.
Describe the project and the services they provided in detail.
The app needed to analyze search terms and match them with the selected keyword data. It would then assign a status to each search term. If it’s positive, the search term goes into operation right away, otherwise, time isn’t wasted on it.
As well as developing this application, they also worked on QA and did the project management.
What was the team composition?
There was a business analyst, a frontend developer, a backend Developer, a QA specialist, a project manager, and a senior architect for code review.
Can you share any information that demonstrates the impact that this project has had on your business?
The application helped us process our ad campaigns more effectively and faster. That’s allowed us to process more orders and grow our profits.
How was project management arranged and how effective was it?
I liked working with our project manager, who was always aware of everything that was going on. We discussed new features and planned new projects, which demonstrates the effectiveness of the management.
What did you find most impressive about this company?
I was impressed by their deep expertise in Laravel and the great value for money of their services.
Are there any areas for improvement?
They will need to add a full-time in-house designer in the future.
The website helped formed the foundation of the client's business. Giraffe Software is responsive and accommodating, establishes a smooth workflow through open communication. The team leverages their technical expertise and experience to produce quality results.