Serverless Team

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Head of Operations of Ecrivio

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

We are content marketing company.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Serverless Team to accomplish?

• We hired Serverless Team to develop a Writer's Collaboration Platform, aiming to streamline the writing process and enhance collaboration between writers and clients. The platform will allow writers to save and operate with texts, highlight changes, and receive feedback from clients in real-time.

SOLUTION

How did you find Serverless Team?

Referral

Why did you select Serverless Team over others?

• Pricing fit our budget
• Referred to me
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from Serverless Team were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

• Requirement gathering and analysis phase to understand the needs of writers and clients.
• Development of a web-based platform using the Serverless Framework on AWS.
• Implementation of user authentication and authorization mechanisms.
• Integration of real-time collaboration features such as text highlighting and comment sections.
• Testing and deployment of the platform on AWS infrastructure.
• Documentation of the project for future maintenance and updates.

Deliverables:

• Fully functional Writer's Collaboration Platform accessible via web browsers.
• User authentication and authorization system.
• Real-time collaboration features including text highlighting and client feedback.
• Documentation outlining the architecture, deployment process, and usage instructions.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

• Increased efficiency in the writing process with a centralized platform for project management.
• Improved collaboration between writers and clients, leading to faster feedback cycles and higher client satisfaction.
• Scalable architecture ensuring smooth performance even during peak usage periods.

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

They delivered items on time and were responsive to our needs, providing regular updates.

What was your primary form of communication with Serverless Team?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

"Serverless Team's depth of knowledge in serverless technologies and commitment to client satisfaction were impressive.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Serverless Team could have done differently?

We are content with our level of collaboration.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the CMO of Mind Studios

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Software engineering company that turns ideas into working businesses

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Serverless Team to accomplish?

1. Develop a serverless IoT solution on AWS to enhance engagement at live events.
2. Implement automation software for personalized attendee experiences and event analytics.
3. Optimize backend infrastructure for real-time data processing during events.

SOLUTION

How did you find Serverless Team?

• Online Search
• upwork

Why did you select Serverless Team over others?

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

How many teammates from Serverless Team were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

• Serverless development using AWS Lambda, API Gateway, and DynamoDB for real-time event engagement. 
• Integration of IoT devices for personalized attendee interactions and data collection. 
• Automation software for dynamic event content delivery based on attendee preferences. 
• Streamlined backend infrastructure for efficient processing of real-time event data. 
• Thorough testing and documentation for the event engagement platform.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

• Successful deployment with 99.9% uptime during live events. 
• Positive feedback from event organizers on the effectiveness of personalized content delivery.

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

The team exhibited flexibility to adapt to changing project requirements, ensuring a level of responsiveness to evolving needs. Issues were addressed in a timely manner, contributing to the overall progress and completion of the project.

What was your primary form of communication with Serverless Team?

Virtual Meeting

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

The expertise of Serverless Team in AWS serverless architecture allowed for the creation of a high-performance event engagement platform tailored for dynamic live event environments.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Serverless Team could have done differently?

We didn't encounter any major issues or challenges that would necessitate significant improvements.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the CBDO of Koitechs

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Custom software development for US and European clients

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Serverless Team to accomplish?

• Develop a scalable and efficient smart home automation platform using serverless architecture.
• Implement IoT integration for seamless control of smart devices.
• Create a secure and reliable backend infrastructure for game elements within the platform.
• Enable automation software for personalized user experiences.

SOLUTION

How did you find Serverless Team?

• Online Search
• UpWork

Why did you select Serverless Team over others?

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

How many teammates from Serverless Team were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

The project encompasses the development and deployment of a Smart Home Automation Platform by Serverless Team. The main key deliverables are:

• Serverless Development: Deployed and optimized serverless architecture using AWS Lambda, API Gateway, and DynamoDB.
• IoT Integration: Functional integration of smart devices, allowing users to control and monitor their home environment through the platform.
• Game Backend Infrastructure: Implemented and tested a robust infrastructure for interactive game elements within the platform.
• Automation Software: Developed and deployed personalized automation software, enabling users to create and customize scenarios for smart home devices.
• Security Implementation: Implemented and tested comprehensive security measures to safeguard user data and ensure platform resilience against potential threats.
• Scalability Measures: Implemented features to ensure seamless scalability, accommodating a growing user base and future expansions.
• Testing and Quality Assurance: Conducted thorough testing of all components to identify and resolve potential issues, ensuring a stable and reliable platform.
• Documentation: Provided comprehensive documentation for the developed system, aiding in future maintenance and updates.
• Training and Support: Conducted training sessions for platform users and offered ongoing support to address any inquiries or issues post-launch.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

• 30% reduction in server operational costs compared to traditional architectures.
• Launch of the platform on schedule with 99.9% uptime during the first month.
• Positive user feedback on the responsiveness and reliability of smart home and game features.

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

Serverless Team delivered key milestones almost on time, meeting the project timeline. Regular updates on development progress and proactive issue resolution.

What was your primary form of communication with Serverless Team?

Virtual Meeting

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

Their dynamic approach led to reduced operational costs, faster time to market, and seamless scalability, contributing significantly to the project's success.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Serverless Team could have done differently?

Nothing so important to declare about.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the President of a media company

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

HamletHub celebrates the people places and things that make our community great. Local matters.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Serverless Team to accomplish?

New app

SOLUTION

How did you find Serverless Team?

• Online Search
• Clutch Site

Why did you select Serverless Team over others?

High ratings

How many teammates from Serverless Team were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

We had to refactor our application from Joomla/LAMP to nextjs/node.js MongoDB. Our requirement was to have the new app heavily utilizing AWS Lamnbdas. We also had an entirely new design.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The app had a number of unique requirements that required a lot of thought and communication. The team met with us on a regular basis to discuss issues and make sure they were aligned with our vision. They are not afraid to inquire with outside resources (such as AWS) when working through issues or optimizing the app's efficiency.

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

We were assigned a project manager that kept the project on track. We utilized communication tools an Notion. They were very responsive to our needs and requirements, which set them apart from other service providers.

What was your primary form of communication with Serverless Team?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

They care!

Are there any areas for improvement or something Serverless Team could have done differently?

Hard to say. Although understandable, they would be even more valuable if their English was improved.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am an executive at a financial services company

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Full service SaaS solution for launching and running a modern digital bank.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Serverless Team to accomplish?

• Design, build, and launch a high-speed and highly secure data stream for financial data.
• Design, build and launch a SaaS based data warehouse and data intelligence platform for financial services.

SOLUTION

How did you find Serverless Team?

• Referral

Why did you select Serverless Team over others?

• High ratings
• Good value for cost
• Referred to me
• AWS Expertise

What was the size of Serverless Team’s team?

2-5 Employees

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

Our data strategy required a modernization of data processing, access, storage and insights in a high-volume and highly regulated financial services industry. Using AWS as a cloud provider, the Serverless Team designed, developed and tested a comprehensive solution combining Kinesis, Lambda, Glue, Kafka, Data Lake, Athena, RedShift, and Quicksight to deliver a modern business intelligence platform. 

This approach was extremely flexible in data consumption, processing, storage, analyzing, reporting and exposing out to 3rd parties as well as positioning us to make use of AI and machine learning in the future.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

• MVP Launched to Customers in 90 Days Short sprints with the ability to release weekly Automated deployments throughout all environments

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

The Serverless team is flexible on project management styles and very accommodating. We started with a simple Kanban board early in the project and moved into SCRUM with 1 week sprints and daily stand ups using Jira and Slack.

What was your primary form of communication with Serverless Team?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

The Serverless Team are experts in AWS and using the latest capabilities with a focus on low-cost and high-speed serverless capabilities of AWS. The team worked with us to fully understand the short-term and long-term strategy so that we could deliver a MVP solution quickly while laying a solid foundation for future release. Their SDLC processes are agile and modern from day one so that the team can scale quickly, adapt to change, and release quickly with high quality.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Serverless Team could have done differently?

None.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Team Manager of Room15

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Serverless Data Processing Platform.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Serverless Team to accomplish?

• We hired the Serverless Team to build a robust and scalable data processing platform on AWS, utilizing TypeScript and JavaScript, with a focus on serverless architecture.

SOLUTION

How did you find Serverless Team?

UpWork

Why did you select Serverless Team over others?

• High ratings
• Good value for cost
• Company values aligned
• Other

How many teammates from Serverless Team were assigned to this project?

3

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

The project involves designing and implementing a serverless data processing pipeline capable of handling large volumes of data. Key deliverables include: 

• Serverless functions for data ingestion, transformation, and storage.
• Integration with AWS services such as Lambda, S3, DynamoDB, and Step Functions.
• TypeScript and JavaScript codebase following best practices for maintainability.
• Comprehensive documentation for deployment, monitoring, and troubleshooting.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Increased system scalability, handling a 3x increase in data volume without performance degradation.

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

They maintained clear communication and addressed any issues or changes in requirements.

What was your primary form of communication with Serverless Team?

Virtual Meeting

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

What stood out most was the Serverless Team's ability to design a highly efficient and scalable solution that seamlessly integrated with our existing infrastructure.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Serverless Team could have done differently?

It's challenging to pinpoint areas for improvement as the Serverless Team performed really well.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the VP of Development of Milestones

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

We sell life event gifts to companies.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Serverless Team to accomplish?

• Design an advanced backend architecture to facilitate the tracking of employee milestones, incorporating features such as automatic event tracking and AI-driven email recommendations for personalized present selection

SOLUTION

How did you find Serverless Team?

UpWork

Why did you select Serverless Team over others?

• High ratings
• Close to my geographic location
• Great culture fit
• Good value for cost
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from Serverless Team were assigned to this project?

6-10 Employees

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

include a summary of key deliverables. 

• Serverless development using AWS Lambda, API Gateway, and DynamoDB
• AWS EventBridge and SQS workflow
• Generative AI integration 
• Thorough testing and documentation

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

• Efficient and streamlined process: the automation of tracking and recognition processes saves considerable time and effort, allowing HR and management teams to focus on more strategic tasks. 
• Cost-effective solution: by adhering to preset budgets and automating selection processes, EngageLink offers a cost-efficient solution to employee gifting and recognition.

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

They did a fantastic job hitting deliverables on time. They responded very quickly to any concerns or issues that I had. I couldn't recommend them better!

What was your primary form of communication with Serverless Team?

Virtual Meeting

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

The team worked well together and with me. Each member had a defined role and I interfaced with all team members directly

Are there any areas for improvement or something Serverless Team could have done differently?

No

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Founder of an other industries company 

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Tool tracking for the trades

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Serverless Team to accomplish?

• Build the backend infrastructure for our project. The specific goals included improving data processing, analytics capabilities, and addressing limitations in the existing MVP backend.

SOLUTION

How did you find Serverless Team?

Upwork

Why did you select Serverless Team over others?

• High ratings
• Great culture fit
• Good value for cost
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from Serverless Team were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

The scope of work involved the development of a serverless backend using AWS Lambda functions and Amazon API Gateway. The team opted for Amazon RDS with PostgreSQL for data storage due to the complexity of relational data. Key deliverables included an organized API gateway, efficient backend services, and robust monitoring/logging mechanisms using AWS CloudWatch.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

All deliverables were met on time and on budget. Their backend work continues to be highly reliable, at no point have we had to go back to fix bugs during frontend integration.

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

Probably the most professional group I've ever worked with. Incredibly organized and responsive.

What was your primary form of communication with Serverless Team?

Virtual Meeting

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

I've worked with a lot of freelance/contract talent and Serverless is in a league of its own. Every single day throughout the engagement I was impressed and energized by the team's professionalism, quality of the work, and knowledge of the developers.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Serverless Team could have done differently?

Honestly no

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the CEO of OmiSoft

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Our company provides Web3 & AI solutions for startups and SMEs.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Serverless Team to accomplish?

• We engaged Serverless Team to build a cloud-based analytics dashboard for our e-commerce platform. The primary goal was to enhance our data visualization capabilities, providing real-time insights into customer behavior and sales performance.

SOLUTION

How did you find Serverless Team?

UpWork

Why did you select Serverless Team over others?

• High ratings
• Close to my geographic location
• Pricing fit our budget
• Good value for cost
• Referred to me
• Company values aligned
• Other

How many teammates from Serverless Team were assigned to this project?

4

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

Responsive analytics dashboard, integrating serverless functions for data processing, and utilizing Next.js for a performant frontend. Key deliverables included interactive sales charts, customer behavior analytics, and an admin interface for managing data sources.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Measurable success was achieved through enhanced data visualization, improved load times, and positive feedback from our analytics team on the usability of the dashboard.

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

They maintained open communication and demonstrated flexibility in accommodating adjustments to project requirements.

What was your primary form of communication with Serverless Team?

Virtual Meeting

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

The standout quality of Serverless Team was their adeptness in combining frontend technologies with serverless architecture.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Serverless Team could have done differently?

No specific recommendations for now.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Project manager of MR Living Oy

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

IT project management

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Serverless Team to accomplish?

• Implementation of clients serverless solution on AWS
• Support and ongoing maintenance

SOLUTION

How did you find Serverless Team?

Upwork

Why did you select Serverless Team over others?

• High ratings
• Close to my geographic location
• Pricing fit our budget
• Great culture fit
• Good value for cost

How many teammates from Serverless Team were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

Total responsibility of software development on top of a serverless AWS system architecture

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

• Our client was very satisfied with the deliverables they received from Serverless team. They had total delivery responsibility for the sw components including AWS lambda functions (Node.js), AWS APIGW configuration, React UI etc. The project was completed on time and in budget.

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

Delivery was on time and they were very responsive and kept constant communication with me and the client.

What was your primary form of communication with Serverless Team?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

Their technical skills and work ethics were very impressive.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Serverless Team could have done differently?

The project was a success so nothing special comes to mind!