LITSLINK

What was the scope of their involvement?

LITSLINK helped us build a complex web app for users to trade various cryptocurrencies. Rather than starting from scratch, we looked at our previous iteration to identify core functionalities and plan additional features. We then discussed the different screens we’d need, and their team created and implemented all of our UI designs.

They also worked closely with us to develop a gateway that consolidated several blockchain demands from about 100 cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin and Ethereum. It’s essentially an interface that connects our platform with the different cryptocurrencies, which allows users to deposit and withdraw coins.

The technical stack includes MySQL 4 and MongoDB for the database and Redis for the caching. Although we’ve recently launched the app, they continue to work with us on new features.

What is the team composition?

We’re currently contracting two developers and two designers, but there were also two additional developers in the past.

How did you come to work with LITSLINK?

I found LITSLINK on Upwork and reached out to them. After working with one of their freelancers, I ended up asking for more resources to augment our project. They provided a list of candidates, and I assessed their technical skills with small tasks. So far, most of them have done well.

How much have you invested with them?

We’ve spent about €100,000 (approximately $114,700 USD).

What is the status of this engagement?

Their work started in January 2018, and we launched the app in November 2018. Currently, we’re collaborating on new features.

What was the scope of their involvement?

Our business contracted LITSLINK exclusively for development services. They came on board to help us complete our app. We flew to Kiev to meet them in person and spent two days discussing how to rewrite the entire frontend within our strict two-week deadline. 

Users can create accounts, browse volunteer opportunities, and sign up for activities at the touch of a button. Clicking on a project shows details about the mission including its purpose and when and where it will take place. Each completed volunteer project is added to the user’s profile, similar to a CV. The search function includes filters for location. We also implemented a blog.

LITSLINK used React Native to develop our app cross-platform for both iOS and Android. We sent them finalized mockups and concrete designs to use as a basis for the technical components. They wrote all the code and collaborated with our CTO, who coordinated the process from our side.  

What is the team composition? 

LITSLINK assigned two React Native developers to build our platform. Toward the end of the project, they added a third full-stack resource to fix the API issues. The project manager assigned the tasks we requested to the rest of the team.  For the web app build, they assigned us two developers for the first month scaled down to one for the remainder.

How did you come to work with LITSLINK?

After becoming dissatisfied with our previous provider, we searched for a new agency. Our ideal partner would have several types of experts on staff to support each other. LITSLINK applied to our job through Upwork. After interviewing the team, we were happy to hire them. 

How much have you invested with them?

We spent at least $50,000.

What is the status of this engagement?

This project with LITSLINK lasted from July–November 2018.  We focused on development until the end of October. We’re still fixing bugs and plan to build more features in 2019 with a larger team. Previously, we developed a React Native web app for a nonprofit together in April 2018.