FasterThanLight

Tie Up Farming - Adaptive CRM system for agtech startup
December 2019 - Present

Challenges:

1. Lack of precise requirements and discoordination of the development process
2. Shortage of integration of the mobile application with the updated web platform
3. The mobile application does not provide full functionality in offline mode

Solutions:

1. Team coordination through preparation and approval of technical documentation
2. Development of a new mobile product with interface redesign
3. Implementation of application health technologies in offline mode

Features:

1. Development of MVP of a new codes’ type in Web app for scanning
2. Optimization of мobile scanning barcodes user flow
3. Quality control system

Increasing Productivity & Process Automation for Kruze Consulting Platform
Completion date: 2015 — present day

The challenges:
-setting up technical processes from scratch, in particular ensuring constant monitoring;
-optimization of interaction with banks and government agencies;
-organization of orderly storage of data and minimization of manual processing;
-ensuring the tracking of financial flows for each client.

The solutions:
-creation of a convenient system for setting tasks for IT specialists and updating the interface, which increased the efficiency of data and request management;
-integration of the platform with banking systems, which accelerated the execution of transactions and simplified communications with financial institutions;
-introduction of data systematization algorithms with the ability to differentiate access, which accelerated preparing financial statements 2 times and increased the security of information;
-implementation of a software product from Quickbooks that optimized the process of controlling financial transactions.
 

Solving the problems of technical support and scaling the Herokey, a global event marketplace
2016 — present day

Challenges:

1. Lack of a transparent development system and the presence of errors in the code.
2. The system is not ready to work with new clients.
3. Low payment activity of users.

Solutions:

1. Optimization of development processes and streamlining of the software base.
2. Changing the architecture of the event marketplace.
3. Improvement of the payment acceptance system.

Features:

1. CRMs for events managing detailed customizations
2. Customizable and embeddable ticket shop
3. Accreditation tool for managing crews and guests

Expansion of the functionality of PayMed, a web application for working with medical accounts
2017-2018

The challenges:
-modernization of the medical license verification system for fast admission to payments;
-ensuring timely updating of the payment code base;
-adaptation of the billing system to the requirements of different regions of Canada;
-providing instant access to patient data without long-term identification;
-strengthening control over payments and reporting;
-improving the security of the personal data of patients.

The solutions:
-integration of the system with the databases of the Ministry of Health accelerated the registration process and access to accounts;
-the automation of making changes to the databases made it possible to update the information about the codes and guaranteed the timeliness of payments on the accounts;
-implementation of request processing functions in accordance with regional OHIP, MSP, and AHCIP requirements minimized the number of errors;
-connection of the system to the bases of healthcare institutions accelerated the process of checking insurance information and invoicing 2 times;
-the introduction of tools for cross-analysis of information about patients and payments ensured the correctness of documentation;
-the creation of a system for instant scanning of medical records guaranteed 100% confidentiality of medical data.
 

Digital Classifieds - Online multi-service listing platform
November 2023 - Present

Challenges

1. Low-functioning user chat
2. Low performance under load
   
3. Lack of structured tech system and processes
   

Solutions

1. Fully customized chat with future cross-solution integration and scaling
2. Migration from Rails Monolith to Fast, Flexible GraphQL API
3. Scalable & reliable tech processes with AWS Best Practices

Features

1. Scalable and fully custom real-time chat
   The chat is fully integrated with the platform, offers real-time communication without delays, and is built for future scalability to all company's services. As a result, users can now enjoy a faster, reliable messaging experience, while the support team gains full visibility and control for easier maintenance and issue resolution.

2. Optimized Platform Performance with a Custom GraphQL API
   We built a separate GraphQL API to support the migration from legacy REST endpoints, helping reduce data payloads, streamline client-server communication, and significantly improve platform performance during high-load periods.

3. Auto-scalable & cost-optimized AWS-based architecture
   We optimized the infrastructure using AWS best practices. Services are now auto-scalable, fault-tolerant and cost-optimized. Ownership was introduced — each service has a responsible person and documentation, which improves transparency and supports quality.

Board Business - Mobile app & CRM platform for Business Community

February 2023 - Present

Challenges

1. Need to create a social network where members can find each other easily & exchange knowledge
2. Urge for a way to simplify and automate the work of Board staff
3. Non-techie customer with a limited budget to revamp already running business with set-up processes

Solutions

1. Networking mobile app under a tight budget
2. Standardized & digitalized Board processes into a unified system
3. Personalized human-like AI assistant

Features

1. Social media for entrepreneurs
   Inside Board app, users can create their own profiles, add up loads of information about them or go to the profile of other Board members to network with anyone more efficiently. Just simply by checking each other profiles, users already can scrap important information about their fellow enterpreneurs.
2. Personal human-like AI assistant
   By leveraging vector-based data recognition mechanisms and combining them with OpenAI's LLM, we created a solution that generates human-like responses in real-time. A human-like AI assistant immediately handles any simple request from Board members, like helping them find the necessary info, guiding them through the app, or spilling the beans about the events. Smart AI assistant also helps users fill in their profiles, scrapping only essential info from their social media or any resources they share.
3. Own event manager
   Event functionality inside the Board app allows members to create their event schedule, edit events whenever needed, or plan, interact, and react to the events of other fellow members. With it, users can now sign up or follow the events they like in a few clicks.
4. Smart filtering and search
   Inside the Board app, users can easily find not only each other but also filter all members by their business industry, hobbies, interests, clubs, etc. It enables users to connect with each other fast, easily, and without any unnecessary headaches.
    

EDSN (Energy Data Service Netherlands) - Platform for energy data exchange
November 2022 - January 2024

Challenges

1. No processes for system setup
2. Absent file transfer process
   
3. Undermined scalability by complex data exchange

Solutions

1. Custom Kubernetes Operator
2. Scheduler system for parallel file transfer
3. Integrating SFTPGO for file sharing
   

Features

1. Comprehensive permission system
   We built an extensive security framework with customizable access levels, enabling both external and internal teams to safely access only the files they need. It ensures data security while reducing the need for complex manual setups.
2. Self-Service Setup
   Once the service is up and running, teams can onboard and configure it without constant technical help. Settings are flexible but simple, so support teams aren’t overloaded, and new users can start quickly with minimal guidance.
3. Customized FileGateway Service for unified file access
   We built a file sharing service (FileGateway) that works with both modern and traditional systems. External partners or internal users can access the same files using either AWS S3 or the older SFTP method, whichever works best for them. Behind the scenes, files are stored in one secure place, but users don’t need to worry about how it works.

1. Medspoke - Online platform for healthcare professional

December 2014 - December 2018

Challenges

1. Deficiency of structuring IT processes
2. Issues when working with the client interface
   
3. Insufficiency of documents' protection from forgery
4. Shortage of automation of interaction with the websites of state government agencies

Solutions

1. Redesign and modification of the client cabinet
2. Implementation of the electronic signature hash function
3. Process optimization of providing personal access
4. Systematization of IT works by priority

Features

1. Server for notifying doctors about the expiration of a certificate or license
   Previously, doctors used the Medspoke service only when the CME had already expired or was about to expire, as a result of which, after the extension of the documentation, the client could no longer contact the company. The introduction of the notification server made it possible to inform previously registered users about the license expiration in 180 days.
2. Development and implementation of the CME tracker
   Since the renewal of a medical license required the development of CME hours in different areas and specializations, each client had to provide the manager with the entire list of completed classes. 

3. Implementing a client-oriented document editor
   Previously, to renew certificates and documents, the doctor-client had to manually fill out complicated forms for many lines with personalized information, which required the use of piles of papers.

Sphere - Networking app for finance experts
November 2023 - Present

Challenges

Technical limitations of existing solution

1. Confusing navigation & poor user experience
2. The existing solution didn’t fit growing business needs

Solutions

1. Strategic refactoring for app stability
2. Revamping the app's user experience.
3. Providing scalable and secure setup

Features

1. Smart Connection Algorithm
   For Sphere, we've developed a Discover Tool that helps users find valuable connections based on user activity, interests, and their existing network. Using a smart matching algorithm, it gives daily suggestions that are accurate and relevant.

2. Effortless Event Networking
   The event planning functionality makes it easier to connect with others during events by identifying attendees with shared interests. The app automatically suggests meaningful connections based on past interactions and events.

3. Topic-Based Community Groups
   With the Groups feature, users can create dedicated discussion spaces where they can connect over shared interests or professional topics. With threaded posts, comments, and media support, the app allows building structured conversations and deeper engagement.

List and Ride - Marketplace for online bike-sharing
May 2025 - May 2021

Challenges

1. Duration and disorganization of the IT process
2. Malfunctions and lack of necessary functionality
3. Lack of data on project progress and conversion
   

Solutions

1. Alignment of IT processes
2. System monitoring and implementation of automated tests
3. Implementation of analytics, SEO and project scaling

Features

1. Intuitive admin panel and user account
   The initial MVP did not have a system for uploading content in 6 languages, updating bicycle assortment, and administering user or customer data. As a solution, we implemented an adaptive administration system of 11 blocks to manage content without working with marketplace source code. We managed to automate content uploading and moderate information about users thanks to integrating third-party libraries and several plugins.

2. Payment form
   Redesign and improvement of the payment form. There were failures in the payment interface, the complete absence of mobile payments, and the inaccessibility of many payment types. For that reason, users often "abandoned" their shopping carts. The FTL team redesigned the user payment form, fixed several bugs and glitches, and added many alternative payment types and methods, including integration with PayPal. 

3. Smart Booking Calendar
   Users are often confused about where they rented a bike, for what date, how, and where to rent a bike. We developed a unique calendar to simplify the interaction between users and booking companies. Thanks to well-designed integration algorithms and the implementation of notification systems, including SMS mailing, users could easily find information about the bike in their account.

Polinivo - AI-driven polymer synthesis & design platform
August 2022 - Present

Challenges

1. Complex and outdated workflow
2. Unflexible and inconsistent configuration
3. No visualization & progress tracking

Solutions

1. Web UI over the Fortran engine
2. Configurable dynamic forms
3. Interactive dashboard with real-time updates

Features

1. Real-Time Results
   Users can watch simulations in real time through interactive dashboards with tables and charts. They see first results within minutes, track progress without delays, and can stop or adjust runs immediately if something looks wrong.

2. Dynamic Forms
   Input forms change automatically based on the experiment type chosedn, polymers used, orgoals of the research thus showing only the fields that are relevant for the case.

3. Secure Multi-Team Access
   Multiple teams or departments can work independently on the same platform, each with isolated data and configurations. Combined with two-factor authentication, this ensures high security and seamless collaboration without data mix-ups.

Papaya - Food Delivery Platfor
March 2021 - June 2021

Challenges

1. Development of the customer journey toward placing an order
2. Creating the restaurant page
3. Development of the administration panel

Solutions

1. Step-by-step description of the customer actions leading to placing an order specifically in Papaya
2. Creating landing pages for restaurants within the platform
3. Development and integration of the platform's admin panel

Features

Integration of no-code solutions
As an extra challenge for Papaya, launching the MVP platform took three months. To achieve this, several processes were simplified or handled in creative ways. For instance, numerous functions were delegated to No Code solutions, such as authentication. In just one night, FTL and Papaya specialists implemented the backend solution AUTH0, which saved several weeks of development time that would have been required for creating their own user verification system.

Sharp - Digital real estate platform
December 2017 - December 2018

1. Challenges
2. Shortage of roadmap and project structure
3. Lack of up-to-date, proven real estate database
4. Deficiency of the management system of the clients, users and realtors data
   

Solutions

1. Development of project technical documentation
2. Integration of Sharp Realty with MLS database
3. Development and implementation of a universal administration panel

Features

1. Customizing custom property search
   Considering that the process of buying real estate is time-consuming and complex in its procedures, FTL specialists have developed an adaptive search system. So, after a user had selected the filtering characteristics, the map displays all offers, where a user could get more detailed information and even mortgage calculations for a particular object by click. Besides, we saved the history of filtering and requests with multichannel notification about new proposals or actions about the selected item for all users. It allowed bringing the majority of users to deal with the help of Sharp Realty.

2. Map of real estate objects available for viewing
   Given the specifics of the Canadian real estate market, the properties for sale have a strictly defined viewing visit time. FTL specialists have developed and implemented the function of displaying objects, that you can see on the map for purchase purpose. Also, each user could select several points of interest at the same time, through which the system independently created a map for convenient visits, which you can upload to the navigator. It helped to maximally bind the client to the platform and to the managers who guide the selected objects to close the deal.

3. Responsive real estate seller’s account
   Sharp Realty’s focused on not only modernizing the purchasing processes but also meeting the needs of sellers. For this purpose, the FTL team has created an adaptive seller’s account, which allowed selling via a realtor, who would satisfy the needs of a seller. It reduced the percentage of the intervention of the brokerage company’s specialists, while maximally binding sellers to the platform.

Setter - Hydride platform for house management
December 2016 - Present

Challenges

1. Absence of additional access channels to the platform
2. Increase of load on the platform
3. Technical servicing complexities of the startup

Solutions

1. Development of multichannel interaction system
2. Migration of the platform to GoogleCloud
3. Copying of the platform from Rust Legacy to Node

Features

1. Development of the unified platform management system
   As a result of the implementation of the multichannel interaction strategy, the process of controlling and servicing users' inquiries gets complicated. FTL specialists developed a universal administration panel that permits monitoring users' queries quickly and conveniently 24/7. Setter managers could manage the priority of orders, working schedules, and service client requests faster. As a result, managers' load with routine work decreased, and the productivity of the startup team increased.

2. Functionality extension of client payment form
   Setter includes more than 100 household repair and maintenance services; many of them require to carry out work with the purchase of construction materials or components. Earlier, the company had to purchase the required list of materials at its own expense, which was frozen in service until the completion of the order. The introduction of the deposit system into the payment form with the preliminary calculation of necessary costs for purchase and reservation of expenses on the service is a solution to the problem. It simplified the working process and saved large funds for the company.

3. Personalization of the companys' services to geolocation filters
   As the startup operates simultaneously in 2 countries, earlier, the Setter offered services for all regions, ignoring the individual needs of households. It complicated the choice of necessary tasks and users could be confused while using the app. FTL specialists developed the service selection algorithm based on the user's IP. Due to the integrated option, a user from the USA and Canada, first of all, gets offers, considering geolocation, household problems typical for climate, and actual user inquiries of a specific location. As a result, services were personalized without the development of separate platforms for every country.

PlayPass - Event & Tech PaaS platform
September 2019 - March 2020

Challenges

1. Lack of roles and access modes
2. Weak system of user access protection
3. Lack of menu segmentation

Solutions

1. Creation of a hybrid system of module access
2. Implementing user authentication
3. Catering order customization

Features

1. Implementing hybrid system RoR + React on the UI side of the platform
   To optimize network speed, request processing, and fast rendering of module pages by dynamic components, FTL specialists performed server-side rendering for a React application using Ruby on Rails. It optimized the process of working with applications in terms of constantly changing infrastructure and reducing the operational load on the server in further scaling the platform.

2. Optimization of app and module development with Apollo GraphQL
   In deploying new modules, the project management decided to abandon the use of Rest in the API completely. To improve the usability of the system, increase the flexibility of the data exchange process, and increase the efficiency of collaboration between front-end and back-end teams, the FTL developers transferred the platform to a GraphQL converter.

Codescoop - Startup for analyzing and managing Big Software
December 2017 - October 2019

Challenges

1. Simplement the fastest possible data collection by code components
2. The need to store more than 100 million time-series with fast search in the database
3. Optimization of work with code components when finalizing Big Software

Solutions

1. Integration of ORT into Software Intelligence system
2. Implementation of GBT for storing a time series of parsing results over 3 years of the product life cycle
3. Search and filtering system for Big Software code components

Features

1. Definition of key metrics and clustering of components into groups
   Software Intelligence not only includes cross-system data collection algorithms but also allows you to analyze vulnerabilities and propose solutions to improve the software product. The Codescoop team, together with FTL specialists, developed a unique tool based on Python, machine learning, and artificial intelligence methods to create predictions for the development of software components in the time and technical plane. With its help, Big Software developers can make timely tactical and strategic decisions to improve and change the software product depending on the requirements.
2. Development of a convenient UI/UX system
   The project team created a unique visualization. Thanks to it, even in the early stages of the software product life cycle, you can get a comprehensive analysis of the Big Software technical stack in diagrams and metrics. This saves a significant portion of the budget and time for managing critical operations, fixing failures, and implementing changes in the later stages of the product life cycle.

Creation of Suppli, a payment ecosystem for the construction industry
August 2021 - present

The challenges:
• Creation of an online payment system that guarantees the speed and reliability of transactions;
• Setting up a simple interaction between the supplier (contractor) and the customer of building materials;
• Ensuring the flexibility of the system and its ability to adapt to different requirements of suppliers;
• Establishing continuous data exchange between corporate systems of both parties.

The solutions:
• Provide integration with payment systems ACH Payment and Card Payment, the possibility to configure individual rules;
• Development of a notification system (email/text) to provide customers with feedback on events;
• Adding tools to automate routine processes and customize the system for unique work features;
• ERP integration and continuous synchronization of essential data in one direction and another.
 

Creating a new website and customer sales portal for the Australian agriculture company SJDC Produce
Feb. - Oct. 2021

The challenges:
• Organization of development, deployment, and customization processes from scratch with constant communication with a client.
• Creating a website that can be installed and launched from a mobile device, as well as developing a landing page.
• Improving ease of communication with prospective and loyal customers.
• Improving the customer experience and automating existing sales processes.

The solutions:
• Flexible project implementation with client participation at every stage and provision of access to all documents, media, and prototypes.
• Development of PWA based on Service Worker and Manifest and creation of a landing page with detailed information about the company.
• Implementing online chat using WebSockets technology for real-time messaging.
• Creation of an integrated sales portal for customers and a dashboard for administrators.
 

Development of a job search service in the UK for foreigners for the UKHired startup

The challenges:
• Automation of data collection on open vacancies for foreigners
• Checking open vacancies for Tier 2 visa requirements
• Prioritization of vacancies in accordance with the country's need for highly specialized workers
• Automation of calculating the importance of employment of a foreign applicant following the requirements of a Tier 2 visa
• Implementation of personal recommendations for job seekers following Tier 2 requirements

The solutions:
• Parsing and updating open vacancies from international and UK recruiting sites
• Development of an algorithm for checking vacancies for compliance with Tier 2 requirements using the ElasticSearch tool
• Synchronization of the service with government platforms to collect data on the Skilled Occupation List (SOL) for foreigners
• Development of a visa calculator for assessing the individual employability of a foreigner for a specific vacancy
• Creating an algorithm for recommendations on compliance with specific vacancies or a Tier2 visa, depending on the points given to the applicant in the calculator

ScreenSteps - Ed-Tech Platform

Challenges

1. Use of paid third-party services for statistics and analytics visualization
2. Personalization of access rights in the corporate client profiles
3. Difficulties with finding the necessary training content

Solutions

1. Introducing a personalized analytics visualization algorithm based on a dedicated cluster
2. Optimization of content creation and viewing permissions for clients
3. Implementation of a full-text search system in the company's database

Features

1. Deployment of containerized applications with Amazon EKS
   For improving database security, resiliency, and total cost of the online learning application ownership, it was necessary to implement a solution that can be flexibly scaled, personalized to customer requirements, and can be flexibly managed without increasing costs. FTL specialists are working on the implementation of container architecture by Amazon EKS applications. The work is expected to comprehensively optimize the application launch process in a local environment, increase service resiliency, and reduce customer expenses for integrating the solution with third-party applications.

2. Analytics optimization and log centralization by migration to Elastic Cloud
   A transition to a microserver environment with high computational capabilities is required to increase the solution flexibility, implement a security monitoring system, and centralize the analysis and storage of logs. As a solution, the FTL specialists chose to migrate databases to AWS RDS and Elastic Cloud: it will expand the serviceability according to the changing needs of users and provide perspectives for Machine Learning integration.

3. Standardization of the service interface development process
   Obsolescence of the application required regular work on improving the design and architecture of the service. But due to the increase in the number of specialists working with the visual component of ScreenSteps, the number of code elements added to the existing architecture increased too. It required more time for interface optimization and made control of all the FrontEnd components of the application more difficult. To optimize the work, specialists implemented a system of permissions, making it possible to create and view existing and new components. It allows you to work with individual components and prepare new UI elements, considering working solutions to increase controllability and accelerate the new functionality implementation.

Modernizing and improving the user interface of the nadineWest fashion service

The challenges:
• Identifying the causes of short-term failures that occasionally occur in service operation and eliminating them.
• Improving SDLC processes, including testing and deployment, and updating legacy technology.
• Configuring payment and delivery of items, including integration with parcel tracking systems.
• Adapting UI to meet the needs of warehouse employees with screen optimization for different devices.

The solutions:
• Optimizing service operability and performance, including tuning threshold alerts Heroku.
• Modernization of the project by moving to lighter and faster new technologies, as well as legacy code test coverage.
• Integration with payment systems (including Braintree for US payments) and parcel tracking tools.
• Improving the user interface in terms of convenience for warehouse workers and adding support for new devices.

Livecast - Streaming Platform for Events
December 2021 - December 2022

Challenges

1. The need for a full development cycle
2. Emphasis on flexibility and scalability
   
3. Adapting to the web and mobile space
4. Difficulties with working in real-time

Solutions

1. Building a social network from scratch
2. Microservice scalable backend in Kubernetes
3. Creating three clients: web, iOS, Android
4. Setting up the correct display of events

Features

1. Real-Time Meeting Rooms
   Users can connect from different devices and interact with each other in real-time in any format: video, audio, text. There are virtual clubs and rooms for communication. You can join a meeting to take part in a thematic conversation or create a room/club yourself and invite your friends there.

2. Integrations with Stripe
   We've made flexible integrations with Stripe to provide users with simple and secure online payments. Members can deposit and withdraw money on the platform. The solution supports 135+ currencies and dozens of global payment methods, opening up access to users worldwide.

3. Flexible UI
   Our team has provided flexibility in everything, including customizing the platform's user interface. The space administrator can configure UIs that are available to all participants. These include additional widgets, chats, effects, overlays, and other visual and interactive elements.

Development of MVP platform for network collaboration and crowdsourcing for the fintech company EquityX
2016

The challenges:

- unification of all communications on a single platform to expand the audience;
-creation of a new registration form with increased data security;
-improving the algorithms for searching and filtering performers by category with the option of sending invitations to cooperation;
-adding functions for managing calculations for each project.

3. The solutions:

-development of a one-page website optimized for promotion and quick registration expanded the base of first users and accelerated the launch of a startup to the market;
-setting up separate registration algorithms for customers and contractors with intermediate encryption simplified access to the site and increased data confidentiality;
-the introduction of a cross-filtering system increased the probability of finding performers with the necessary skills and experience;
-development of a unified settlement system, taking into account the specifics of financing startups. It attracted large accelerator companies such as TechSee, OurCroud, etc.