zerodays

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Managing Director of Grid Instruments

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

We develop manufacture and sell integrated power quality systems.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire zerodays to accomplish?

• Develop a mobile application that interfaces with a power quality instrument via bluetooth
• Develop a backend system with web application for management of the power quality solution

SOLUTION

How did you find zerodays?

Referral

Why did you select zerodays over others?

• Close to my geographic location
• Pricing fit our budget
• Great culture fit
• Good value for cost
• Referred to me
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from zerodays were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

We engaged ZeroDays to take over development for our mobile application, built in Flutter for both Android and iOS. The team meticulously reviewed the existing codebase first done a comprehensive refactoring and then implemented multiple features including essential measurement functionalities, support for asymmetric cryptography and others. As this mobile app needed to interface with an embedded device via Bluetooth—while the device’s firmware and hardware were still under development— ZeroDays demonstrated a comprehensive understanding of embedded systems. Their ability to collaborate with our hardware and firmware engineers and handle dynamic firmware requirements was crucial to ensuring seamless communication between the mobile app and the device.

Beyond the mobile application, Zerodays needed to develop a robust multitenancy backend to manage our deployed devices. This included end-to-end device provisioning, both symmetric and asymmetric cryptography key distribution, scalable firmware update mechanism to enable mass over-the-air updates. The backend also needed to handle real-time data exchange of measurements, integrate with third-party APIs, and provide continuous communication with the mobile app. From conceptualization and design to implementation and ongoing DevOps, ZeroDays oversaw the entire lifecycle of the backend platform on our managed servers. They ensured separate staging and production environments, which allowed for efficient testing and stable deployments.

Summary of Deliverables

A fully deployed, tested, and optimized Flutter-based mobile app for Android and iOS, featuring near real-time communication with an embedded device.
A complete backend web application offering device provisioning, firmware management, real-time data exchange, and multitenancy support—all accompanied by a streamlined DevOps workflow for continuous deployment.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Independent Testing: We conducted comprehensive, independent testing of the developed mobile app and the backend web application. The tests on the mobile app verified core functionalities (such as Bluetooth communication and measurement functionalities) as well as the newly integrated cryptographic and measurement features.

Reliable Device Integration: During our tests, the app consistently performed as expected (there is a quite complex near real-time communication required between the embedded device, mobile app and the backend system). We also validated custom firmware updates and cryptographic key exchanges.

Successful Deployments: Both the mobile application and the backend system were deployed to our staging and production environments without major issues.

User Feedback: Early user feedback indicated that the application’s interface, performance, and reliability met or exceeded expectations.

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

ZeroDays employed a well-structured approach to project management, delivering on-time and consistently addressing our needs:

Weekly Meetings & Reporting: They organized weekly calls to review progress, clarify requirements, and plan upcoming tasks. Following each meeting, they maintained a detailed document of notes and action items, ensuring accountability and clarity.

Clear Communication Channels: Besides the scheduled meetings, most communication occurred via email and Telegram, providing a rapid and flexible way to share updates or seek clarifications. This proactive communication style minimized misunderstandings and kept tasks on track.

Responsiveness & Reliability: During our testing and revision phases, ZeroDays was highly responsive. They provided clear, unambiguous answers and set realistic timelines, the vast majority of which they met or exceeded. This reliability proved instrumental in keeping the project moving forward smoothly and efficiently.

What was your primary form of communication with zerodays?

• In-Person Meeting
• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

zerodays' exceptionally smart, well-organized, and friendly developers were outstanding. From the outset, they demonstrated a remarkable ability to accurately estimate the effort needed for each task, allowing us to plan effectively and avoid unexpected delays. Moreover, their responsiveness—often extending beyond regular business hours—was invaluable. Despite juggling multiple projects, they made our needs feel like a top priority, providing immediate, helpful support whenever we required it.

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

From our perspective, we didn’t encounter any notable shortcomings throughout the project. ZeroDays consistently delivered high-quality work, stayed communicative, and demonstrated flexibility and professionalism at every stage. Consequently, we do not have any specific areas for improvement to suggest at this time.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Founder of Classmate

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

We are an education software which helps students with their school work. 

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire zerodays to accomplish?

• Create an MVP
• Create a landing page
• Set up all analytics

SOLUTION

How did you find zerodays?

Online Search

Why did you select zerodays over others?

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

How many teammates from zerodays were assigned to this project?

6-10 Employees

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

Zerodays was hired to develop an MVP for my project, which included designing and building a landing page and creating a Google Chrome extension. The scope of work involved taking my initial concept and turning it into a fully functional product.

Key deliverables included:

• Landing Page Design and Development: Zerodays designed and developed a visually appealing and user-friendly landing page that effectively communicates the core features of my product. This included custom graphics, a responsive design, and optimized content layout to enhance user engagement.
• Google Chrome Extension Development: The team built a highly functional Google Chrome extension that integrated seamlessly with my existing systems. They implemented various features as per my requirements, including user authentication, data synchronization, and real-time updates.
• Quality Assurance and Testing: Zerodays conducted thorough testing to ensure the landing page and extension were bug-free, secure, and performed well across all devices and browsers. They provided detailed feedback and made necessary adjustments based on my input.
• Support and Communication: The team maintained excellent communication throughout the project. They provided regular updates, were always available to discuss new ideas or changes, and made sure I was completely satisfied with the progress and final output.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The project delivered by Zerodays resulted in several outcomes that demonstrated progress and success:

• User Engagement --> The newly developed landing page significantly increased user engagement. Within the first month of launch, we saw a 45% increase in the average time users spent on the site
• Conversion Rate -->  The landing page led to a 30% improvement in the conversion rate of visitors to sign-ups. 
• Extension Adoption --> The Google Chrome extension gained a lot of traction among our target audience which is students. Within 1 month of launch, the extension was downloaded over a couple hundred times and we got a bunch of positive reviews.
• Positive Feedback -->  We received a lot of positive feedback from users about the new features and overall usability of both the landing page and the extension. This feedback has helped us to validate our product concept and continue refining our offerings based on user needs.

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

• Zerodays demonstrated excellent project management throughout the duration of our collaboration. They were very organized and kept the project on track despite tight deadlines 
• They consistently delivered all items on time. They worked hard to ensure that every milestone was met as scheduled 
• Whenever I had a question or needed to make a change, they were quick to jump on a call or respond to my messages. They listened carefully to my feedback and made sure to implement changes promptly.
• Their willingness to accommodate last-minute requests and their flexibility in handling multiple revisions showed their dedication to delivering exactly what I wanted.
• Throughout the project they maintained clear and consistent communication which was great!

What was your primary form of communication with zerodays?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

What impressed me most was their commitment to quality and their exceptional customer service.

They paid great attention to detail and ensured everything was done right, not just done.

The team was always responsive, accommodating my needs and making the process smooth and stress-free.

Their ability to turn my initial concept into a fully functional MVP was amazing

Their exceptional work, reliability, and commitment to exceeding expectations make them outstanding.

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

Honestly there’s not much I would change about my experience with Zerodays.

They were highly responsive, delivered everything on time, and exceeded my expectations in terms of quality and service.

The only thing I could suggest is that occasionally having more proactive updates without needing to ask would have been helpful.

However, this is a very minor point considering how well they communicated overall and how dedicated they were to meeting my needs.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the CEO of Zavod 404

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Hardware development for pharmaceutical industry.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire zerodays to accomplish?

• Software development for our product
• Maintenance and continuous improvement of the developed software

SOLUTION

How did you find zerodays?

Referral

Why did you select zerodays over others?

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

How many teammates from zerodays were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

Zerodays developed the fronted and backed for our application. This consists of a GUI for the customer, a GUI for the maintenance workers and analytical processes. They wrote the code that drives our hardware (actuators, lights,..) and ensured a stable connectivity to peripheral devices and onto any customers network. As part of the maintenance services they provide regular updates and custom integrations for our customers.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Product launch!

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

They demonstrated excellent communication and execution skills. Within the development process issues were promptly communicated so the other teams could adapt their work. The zerodays team grasped the concept of our machine, its crucial components and were able to work with the hardware and electrical team efficiently. 
Any new features we requested were evaluated and assessed,the suggested changes where it seemed necessary. These features were then implemented.

What was your primary form of communication with zerodays?

• In-Person Meeting
• Virtual Meeting

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

Quick response time and the ability to grasp the concept of the value we bring to our customers!

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

None that I can think of at the moment.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the CEO of Appoteka d.o.o. / Shopamine

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

We are the authors of Shopamine - an All-In-One e-commerce platform for Online stores and Multivendor Markeplaces that caters B2B and B2C Merchants.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire zerodays to accomplish?

• Integrations with ecommerce plugins (marketing automation)
• Integrations with ERPs
• Development of internal platform AI tools

SOLUTION

How did you find zerodays?

Referral

Why did you select zerodays over others?

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

How many teammates from zerodays were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

We undertook several projects with Zerodays, including integrating multiple ERPs. This required syncing product SKUs, pricing, inventory, orders, and partners, as well as establishing contract prices for our B2B clients. For integration with Klaviyo and Mailchimp, our partner needed to review the available API documentation and connect these applications with our e-commerce platform. 
This was necessary to gather orders and launch automated email campaigns, considering different customers' locales and GDPR compliance. Additionally, we requested the creation of an AI tool that automatically generates product attributes based on the descriptions and external sources provided for each item.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Many of our customers use the integrations we offer. These pre-built integrations have enabled us to sell more platform accounts. Our clients who sell products on the Shopamine-enabled marketplaces have cut down their product editing time by 90% thanks to the AI product attributes creator.

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

Yes, the items were delivered on schedule. The level of communication has been excellent.

What was your primary form of communication with zerodays?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

zerodays has a highly professional yet user-friendly approach to conducting business. They are not just another outsourcing company, but a true partner.

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

They could allocate more time for us from their busy schedule.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Founder & CEO of (a/an) Supply Chain, Logistics, and Transport

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

We are a SaaS-driven marketplace designed for the hospitality industry, catering to restaurants, hotels, and shops. The platform streamlines the procurement process by enabling businesses to order from multiple suppliers simultaneously and discover new suppliers with ease.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire zerodays to accomplish?

• Develop our web app
• Project lead

SOLUTION

How did you find zerodays?

Referral

Why did you select zerodays over others?

Close to my geographic location, Great culture fit, Good value for cost, Referred to me, Company values aligned

What was the size of zerodays’s team?

6-10 Employees

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

Zerodays worked closely with the Proky team to deliver an exceptional web app with a focus on user experience. The scope of work included ongoing feature development, architecture design, and consulting. The team gradually took over more responsibilities as the project progressed, from the early stages of platform development to ongoing feature development.

The technology stack used for Proky's platform was built on React JS, Python, and PostgreSQL, chosen for their reliability, scalability, and ease of use. However, as the company grew, there was a need to improve the efficiency of the systems and make them more scalable. Zerodays worked on implementing microservices architecture in some of the modules to break down the monolithic application into a collection of small, loosely coupled services.

This allowed for greater flexibility and scalability, as well as faster development and deployment cycles. Additionally, it also allowed for more efficient use of resources and better fault tolerance, which was important for Proky as they continue to grow. Zerodays also placed a strong emphasis on quality control and quality, conducting regular testing and quality assurance checks to ensure that the platform is reliable and secure.

The team shifted focus towards implementing automated testing during the programming process to address the increased number of bugs in production. This resulted in a slower time-to-deployment but led to a more stable and reliable product in the long run. Overall, Zerodays' scope of work for Proky was extensive and impressive, from ongoing feature development to architecture design and consulting.

They implemented microservices architecture to improve the efficiency and scalability of the system and placed a strong emphasis on quality control and quality, resulting in a more stable and reliable product.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

• Improved user experience (NPS score over 85)
• Decreased active buyer churn (from avg 40% to less than 5%)
• Saved time inside our team (automating tasks, saved 200 hours monthly)

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

The team was exceptionally good at assessing project complexity and time management, which made planning much easier. They delivered items on time and were always responsive to our needs. Zerodays was involved in the development of our platform from the early stages, and as the project progressed, they gradually took over more responsibilities. They provided ongoing feature development, architecture design, and consulting, which allowed us to focus on growing our business.

They worked tirelessly with us to design and implement features that were just right for our users, with a focus on user experience. In terms of delivery, Zerodays mostly delivered items on time and met their deadlines, if we kept the scope of the project unchanged. They were always responsive to our needs, and we could count on them to be available for support and troubleshooting whenever required.

This was particularly important during the early stages of platform development when we needed to iron out any bugs or issues. Zerodays was always there to help us solve problems and address any concerns we had. Zerodays always kept us informed if they were running behind schedule. This allowed us to adjust our timelines and plan accordingly, which was essential to the success of the project.

Their communication was excellent, and they always kept us informed of any issues or concerns that arose during the development process. Furthermore, Zerodays provided valuable insights and advice about new technologies and improvements to some of the features we were developing.

They were always willing to offer suggestions for improvements or alternatives that would help us achieve our goals more efficiently. Their expertise and experience in the field were invaluable to us, and we appreciated their input and feedback throughout the project.

Overall, Zerodays' project management was exceptional. They delivered items on time, kept us informed of any delays, and provided valuable insights and advice throughout the development process. Their commitment to quality control and quality was evident in the work they delivered, and we valued their partnership in the development of our platform.

What was your primary form of communication with zerodays?

Virtual Meeting, Email or Messaging App

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

What I found most impressive and unique about Zerodays, was their ability to grow with us through the years and adapt to any challenges. Their flexibility and expertise allowed them to seamlessly switch technologies, team leads, and pivot the platform when necessary. Additionally, their exceptional support was truly remarkable. We always felt like we could count on them to fix any issues, sometimes even during odd hours.

Their commitment to customer service and support was evident in the dedication they showed towards providing the best possible experience for our users. Zerodays' focus on quality control and quality was also impressive. Their regular testing and quality assurance checks ensured that the platform was reliable and secure, contributing to its overall quality and stability. Overall, Zerodays was an outstanding partner in the development of our platform.

Their ability to adapt, exceptional support, expertise, and commitment to quality were all remarkable qualities that made them stand out from other outsourced development agencies. I would highly recommend Zerodays to anyone looking for an exceptional partner in the development of their platform. Honestly, after 2 years, we see them as our team members, not an outsourced software agency.

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

Not really!

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the CEO of DreamCase

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Premium Car Beds

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire zerodays to accomplish?

• Custom Coded Website
• Webdesign & Customer Experience Solutions
• Optimised backend & Updated Payment Systems

SOLUTION

How did you find zerodays?

Referral

Why did you select zerodays over others?

• Close to my geographic location
• Company values aligned

What was the size of zerodays’s team?

6-10 Employees

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

Code Website to our exact designs and create a UX that is intuitive for the end user, whilst delivering a clean but highly functional and stabile site for our needs. Improve conversions & simplify website management. The only way was a custom-coded solution tailored for our company!

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

• Improved conversion of more than 20 % on webstore
• No more failed orders
• Step-change improvement in web design

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

Zerodays have an excellent team of coders and management. After submitting a very specific design, they found solutions themselves, implement this in code, and delivered version 1.0 of what will eventually be a world-class website. The project was delivered on time, with an outstanding performance compared to our old site.

What was your primary form of communication with zerodays?

• In-Person Meeting
• Virtual Meeting
• Email
• Messaging App

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

I'm impressed with their ability to find solutions that are not obvious in terms of design, that may look simple when looking at end product, but are hard to come up with from scratch.

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

Can really think of anything that is worth mentioning. Its the sum of the parts, and not the parts themselves.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Founder of Astra AI

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Astra AI provides online AI-based tutoring.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire zerodays to accomplish?

• Develop MVP
• Developing features

SOLUTION

How did you find zerodays?

• Referral
• Other

Why did you select zerodays over others?

• Close to my geographic location
• Pricing fit our budget
• Great culture fit
• Good value for cost
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from zerodays were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

• Working MVP with a chat and interaction with an AI tutor using Microsoft Open AI services

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Public launch of the MVP.

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

Zerodays excelled in this area. Everything was delivered on time, and if this was not possible, it was communicated well in advance, which helped us plan and prioritize. 

What was your primary form of communication with zerodays?

• In-Person Meeting
• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

They went far and beyond to help us develop what we wanted. This was only possible because the developers were keen on seeing us succeed, which is rare in an agency. 

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

Nothing much, really. They turned out to be an excellent choice for what we needed and turned into a great development partner. 

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Partner & Legal Counsel of SKOZAR Legal LLC

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

We provide legal services, including automated legal document crafting services.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire zerodays to accomplish?

• Set up of automated legal document services

SOLUTION

How did you find zerodays?

Referral

Why did you select zerodays over others?

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

How many teammates from zerodays were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

Set up of an application for digital legal services - automation of crafting of legal documents.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Undisclosed for confidentiality.

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

Great added value in terms of recommending solutions to achieve certain goals. Acceptable timelines and flexibility when we needed it.

What was your primary form of communication with zerodays?

• In-Person Meeting
• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

The culture fit and the extrodinary added value compared to our experience with certain previous developers. To emphasize what was most crucial to us - we were exploring certain new territories with our project and it was most crucial that we did not only receive "development services" - They were always solution-oriented and implemented a cost-performance approach.

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

Actually we cannot think of anything considering our experience.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Senior Researcher of Jozef Stefan Institute

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Research

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire zerodays to accomplish?

• Project management
• Software development
• Future collaboration

SOLUTION

How did you find zerodays?

Referral

Why did you select zerodays over others?

• High ratings
• Close to my geographic location
• Great culture fit
• Referred to me
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from zerodays were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

• Development of a mobile app for personalised nutrition

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

• Mobile app

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

Excellent project management

What was your primary form of communication with zerodays?

In-Person Meeting

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

I’m impressed with the quality of their work and ethics.

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

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