Custom Web & Mobile App Development for SaaS and AI-Driven Products

Idea Maker is a U.S.-based software development company helping businesses transform complex ideas into reliable, scalable digital solutions. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Irvine, California, we deliver end-to-end developmentthrough a 100% in-house team of designers, developers, and engineers committed to innovation and measurable results.

We specialize equally in Mobile App Development, Custom Software Development, AI-Powered Applications, and Web Development, giving clients the flexibility to grow and compete confidently in an evolving digital landscape.

Our Core Services

  • Mobile App Development
    We design and build native and cross-platform apps for iOS, Android, Flutter, and React Native. Every app combines sleek UX, performance, and post-launch support to ensure long-term user engagement.

  • Custom Software Development
    We create powerful, tailor-made platforms including CRMs, inventory systems, and enterprise tools. Each system is built to fit existing workflows, enhance productivity, and scale with your business.

  • AI-Powered Applications
    From GPT-driven assistants and intelligent chatbots to predictive analytics and automation engines, we integrate AI that helps organizations work smarter and make data-driven decisions.

  • Web Development
    We build responsive, SEO-optimized websites and complex SaaS platforms using modern frameworks such as React, Laravel, and WordPress, designed for both performance and reliability.

Why Choose Idea Maker?

  • U.S.-Based with Global Delivery Standards

  • Over 250 Completed Projects and a 4.9-Star Client Rating

  • Transparent Communication & Agile Process

  • Full Lifecycle Support: from discovery and MVP builds to scaling and maintenance

At Idea Maker, we don’t just build software, we create the platforms, products, and experiences that move businesses forward. Our mission is simple: help clients innovate smarter, scale faster, and achieve long-term success through technology that truly performs.

United States United States
17875 Von Karman Ave Suite 150, Irvine, California 92614
9494442526
$100 - $149/hr
10 - 49
2016

Service Focus

Focus of Mobile App Development
  • iOS - iPhone - 20%
  • Android - 20%
  • Enterprise Apps - 20%
  • Web Apps - 20%
  • Hybrid - 20%
Focus of Web Development
  • Wordpress - 100%
Focus of Software Development
  • Javascript - 20%
  • Python - 30%
  • Django - 50%
Focus of Artificial Intelligence
  • Machine Learning - 25%
  • NLP - 25%
  • ChatGPT Development & Integration - 25%
  • Recommendation Engine - 25%

Industry Focus

  • Advertising & Marketing - 20%
  • Business Services - 20%
  • Financial & Payments - 20%
  • Healthcare & Medical - 20%
  • Information Technology - 20%

Client Focus

50% Medium Business
50% Small Business

Review Analytics of Idea Maker

26
Total Reviews
5.0/5
Overall Rating
7
Recent Reviews

What Users Say

30% Conversion Increase After Seamless Platform Relaunch!
Iain Bruce
Iain Bruce
Exceptional Results, Seamless Execution
Christian Peter
Christian Peter
Outstanding Creative & Technical Partnership
Doug Montgomery
Doug Montgomery
A Seamless Partnership: Exceeding Expectations in Complex Digital Development
Bill Hanneman
Bill Hanneman
A Seamless Web Overhaul That Elevated Our Brand
Barry Berhoff
Barry Berhoff

What Users Like The Most

  • What we liked most about Idea Maker was their clear communication and ability to turn our ideas into a fully functional, high quality app without any delays.
  • What we liked most about Idea Maker was their ability to clearly understand our technical requirements and translate them into a practical, user-friendly mobile app. Their communication was consistent, their team was highly skilled, and they were always proactive in suggesting improvements without compromising our original vision.
  • We're most grateful for their attention to detail. The communication was clear throughout, and they kept us updated on every phase. The end product was exactly what we envisioned reliable, easy to use, and flexible enough for future changes. The dashboard has already made a noticeable difference to our efficiency.

What Users Like The Least

  • The only minor challenge was the time zone difference, but Idea Maker managed it well by being very responsive and flexible with scheduling.
  • The only minor downside was that the initial project timeline was a bit longer than we expected, but the extra time was justified by the high quality and attention to detail in the final app. Overall, it was a small trade-off for such a great outcome.
  • We honestly can't think of anything that needs improvement. The project went smoothly, deadlines were met, and the quality was top-notch.

Detailed Reviews of Idea Maker

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Doug Montgomery
Doug Montgomery
Posted 3 months ago

Outstanding Creative & Technical Partnership

Working with the team was a seamless and rewarding experience. They took the time to deeply understand our needs, aligning both strategic marketing insight and technical expertise to deliver a website that not only looks stunning but performs exceptionally. Their process was transparent from clear discovery sessions, regular progress demos, to a clean delivery and careful post-launch follow-through. We appreciated their flexibility and attention to detail: every feature, from content management to robust security and conversion-optimized design, was delivered with precision.

What was the project name that you have worked with Idea Maker?

Revamp & Growth Website for Creative Agency

What service was provided as part of the project?

Software Development

Describe your project in brief

We needed a sophisticated, high-performance website to showcase our agency’s portfolio, streamline client onboarding, and integrate eCommerce functionality for our digital products.

What is it about the company that you appreciate the most?

Their ability to combine strong creative vision with technological know-how. They suggested improvements we hadn’t thought of (e.g. modular design, SEO-ready code, eCommerce scalability) and delivered beyond expectations. Communication was excellent: consistent check-ins, responsiveness to feedback, and a collaborative approach made the project feel like a true partnership.

What was it about the company that you didn't like which they should do better?

If there’s a minor critique, it’s that their thoroughness during the planning phase felt extensive many questions and iterations early on. But that investment upfront meant our final product required minimal rework and functioned exactly as intended.

Rating Breakdown

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  • Communication
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Project Detail

  • $10001 to $50000
  • Completed
  • Information Technology
Christian Peter
Christian Peter
Posted 3 months ago

Exceptional Results, Seamless Execution

delivered a complex, high-stakes project ahead of schedule. The new platform is robust, perfectly tailored to our operations, and has already reduced our administrative overhead by 40%. Their project management was excellent, keeping us informed at every stage.

What was the project name that you have worked with Idea Maker?

Digital Policy Management System

What service was provided as part of the project?

Software Development

Describe your project in brief

Development of a custom cloud-based platform to streamline policy creation, management, and client interaction for our specialized firm.

What is it about the company that you appreciate the most?

Their proactive communication and genuine commitment to understanding the specific regulatory and operational nuances of the financial services industry.

What was it about the company that you didn't like which they should do better?

We were presented with so many excellent, high-quality options for the final UI/UX design that making the final selection was genuinely difficult.

Rating Breakdown

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  • Schedule & Timing
  • Communication
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Project Detail

  • $50001 to $200000
  • Completed
  • Financial & Payments
Iain Bruce
Iain Bruce
Posted 3 months ago

30% Conversion Increase After Seamless Platform Relaunch!

Our experience was outstanding. Idea Maker. successfully delivered a high-performance e-commerce site that has significantly boosted our online sales. Post-launch analytics showed a 30% increase in mobile conversion rate and a measurable reduction in cart abandonment. Furthermore, the site's average page load time was optimized, decreasing by 2.5 seconds, which provides a much better experience for our customers browsing coffee selections and managing their subscriptions. The new platform is reliable, intuitive, and perfectly scalable for our business growth.

What was the project name that you have worked with Idea Maker?

Specialty E-commerce Platform Relaunch

What service was provided as part of the project?

Web Development

Describe your project in brief

A complete redesign and rebuild of our existing online store and coffee subscription management system, focusing on improving mobile UX and streamlining the checkout process to drive higher conversion rates.

What is it about the company that you appreciate the most?

Their expertise in performance optimization and proactive communication throughout the process. They didn't just code; they acted as strategic partners, offering data-driven insights that directly influenced the final design and functionality.

What was it about the company that you didn't like which they should do better?

The commitment to quality assurance was so rigorous that the project timeline was extended by two weeks beyond the initial estimate. While this meant a slightly longer wait, it resulted in a launch that was entirely flawless and bug-free.

Rating Breakdown

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  • Schedule & Timing
  • Communication
  • Overall Rating

Project Detail

  • $0 to $10000
  • Completed
  • Food & Beverages
Barry Berhoff
Barry Berhoff
Posted 3 months ago

A Seamless Web Overhaul That Elevated Our Brand

From day one, the team understood our marine-supply business and translated that understanding into a clean, professional, and user-friendly website. They guided us through every stage wireframes, design, development while keeping us informed and involved. The final product performs incredibly well on mobile and desktop, and our site speed improved significantly. Since launch, we’ve seen an increase in engagement, longer session durations, and a noticeable uptick in quote requests from wholesale buyers.

What was the project name that you have worked with Idea Maker?

Website Redesign & Modernization

What service was provided as part of the project?

Web Development

Describe your project in brief

We needed a full overhaul of our existing website to better showcase our marine cleaning tools, improve navigation, and provide a more modern, mobile-friendly experience for both consumers and wholesale clients.

What is it about the company that you appreciate the most?

Their responsiveness and ability to simplify complex technical decisions. They made the process feel collaborative and easy. Also, their design team nailed the aesthetic: the site feels polished but authentic to our brand.

What was it about the company that you didn't like which they should do better?

They’re so detail-focused that sometimes small decisions took longer than expected but the result was always worth it.

Rating Breakdown

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  • Schedule & Timing
  • Communication
  • Overall Rating

Project Detail

  • $10001 to $50000
  • Completed
  • Information Technology
Bill Hanneman
Bill Hanneman
Posted 3 months ago

A Seamless Partnership: Exceeding Expectations in Complex Digital Development

Our overall experience was exceptional. The team demonstrated a profound understanding of the complex security and performance requirements inherent in the financial services industry. They managed the project efficiently, maintaining clear communication at every stage, and delivered a final product that significantly exceeded our original performance metrics, especially regarding data handling speed and security protocols. The new platform has drastically improved our client engagement and internal efficiency.

What was the project name that you have worked with Idea Maker?

Secure Digital Transaction Platform Overhaul

What service was provided as part of the project?

Web Development

Describe your project in brief

We engaged the team for a complete redesign and development of our internal client-facing portal. The goal was to replace an outdated system with a custom, secure platform that could handle sensitive transaction documentation, provide proprietary market insights, and offer a more streamlined experience for our financial clients.

What is it about the company that you appreciate the most?

Their technical expertise combined with their agility in responding to scope adjustments. They quickly grasped our highly specialized needs, treating the project as a strategic partnership rather than a simple service transaction. The finished platform’s intuitive interface is a direct result of their excellent UX design work

What was it about the company that you didn't like which they should do better?

Their commitment to rigorous, multi-stage testing sometimes meant the development phase felt slightly longer than initially expected, but this meticulous approach ultimately ensured zero critical bugs upon launch, resulting in a flawless transition for our clients.

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  • Schedule & Timing
  • Communication
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Project Detail

  • $50001 to $200000
  • Completed
  • Banking
Founder at Virtual Assist
Posted 5 months ago

They did a great job -- on time, on budget.

Idea Maker has been an outstanding partner for my businesses. I’ve worked with them on multiple projects, and every experience has exceeded my expectations. They designed and developed several professional websites for my companies, including my virtual assistant agency, life insurance business, and other ventures. Beyond web development, Idea Maker also created powerful AI automations that streamlined my customer support processes, saving me time and allowing me to focus on growing partnerships.

What I value most about Idea Maker is their versatility—they handle everything from custom website design and development to AI automation and technical support. For me, they’ve become the perfect “technical back office,” providing reliable solutions that help my businesses run smoothly and scale faster.

What was the project name that you have worked with Idea Maker?

Virtual Assist Website

What service was provided as part of the project?

Web Development

Describe your project in brief

A web portal that employees use to track and submit their work.

What is it about the company that you appreciate the most?

The quality of their work and their customer service.

What was it about the company that you didn't like which they should do better?

They are quite busy.

Rating Breakdown

  • Quality
  • Schedule & Timing
  • Communication
  • Overall Rating

Project Detail

  • $10001 to $50000
  • Completed
  • Other Industries
Vyvynn Dela Cruz
Vyvynn Dela Cruz, Voice Actor at Yennybelles
Posted 5 months ago

Idea Maker built my voice acting portfolio website and a custom AI agent

I had a really excellent experience from start to finish. I came to them because I was struggling to keep up with client inquiries while balancing actual voice acting work. They took the time to understand my challenges and created a solution that went far beyond what I expected.

They built my professional portfolio website that authentically represents me as a voice actor, along with a custom AI assistant trained on my pricing, working hours, and communication style. The AI now answers client questions, shares portfolio samples, checks my availability, and even helps clients book sessions directly.

It was so smooth working with them. They started with a detailed questionnaire, delivered each milestone on time, and kept communication clear throughout. The results have been game-changing: I now save 10–15 hours a week on admin tasks, clients get instant responses, and bookings have become more consistent. Would absolutely work with them again

What was the project name that you have worked with Idea Maker?

Voice Acting Website with AI Agents

What service was provided as part of the project?

Web Development, Artificial Intelligence

Describe your project in brief

The project was to create a professional voice acting portfolio website along with a custom AI assistant to manage client interactions. The website was designed to showcase my voice samples and brand identity, while the AI assistant was trained to answer common client questions, provide portfolio links, share availability, and facilitate bookings directly from the site. The goal was to improve client response times, reduce repetitive admin work, and create a polished online presence that represents my services authentically.

What is it about the company that you appreciate the most?

They combined creativity and technology seamlessly and helped me understand what was going on. The design perfectly reflects my personality and brand, and the AI assistant feels natural and genuinely helpful. Their communication was clear, and they delivered everything on time.

What was it about the company that you didn't like which they should do better?

There isn’t much I would change, but at the start I needed to prepare a lot of information for them. That said, once the process started, everything ran very smoothly.

Rating Breakdown

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  • Schedule & Timing
  • Communication
  • Overall Rating

Project Detail

  • $10001 to $50000
  • Completed
  • Media
Kristina Sorensen
Kristina Sorensen, Founder and Producer at K Productions
Posted 6 months ago

I am pleased by of the guidance and the quality of the work that the Idea Maker team has provided.

Since the app had just been released, there are no measurable outcomes yet. However, the client has had a pleasant experience working with Idea Maker thus far. The team produces quality work, and they continue to provide the necessary knowledge, skills, and leadership to ensure the best results.

What was the project name that you have worked with Idea Maker?

iOS & Android Dev for Tech Startup

What service was provided as part of the project?

Mobile App Development

Describe your project in brief

Idea Maker was engaged to develop an app that I have wanted to have made for a long time
Phase 1: Regular meetings initially for IM to understand the concept and the visual ideas we had and to discuss how that would be most effectively deployed in a ‘real life’ app.
Phase 2: App wireframe created and evolved through more discussions.
Phase 3: Test app create on Test Flight and some beta testing.
Phase 4: Weekly call to work though, correct and update ‘Issues List’.
Phase 5: App released on Google Play Store and Apple App Store.
Phase 6: Ongoing support.

What is it about the company that you appreciate the most?

This is my first mobile app.I am pleased and appreciative of the guidance and the quality of the work that the Idea Maker team has provided. At no point did I feel that I might have been given the wrong information because I was a newbie and inexperienced. Tom and crew are a team to trust.

What was it about the company that you didn't like which they should do better?

Nothing for now

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  • Communication
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Project Detail

  • $10001 to $50000
  • Completed
  • Other Industries
Rinat Levy Tangi
Rinat Levy Tangi, Chief Executive Officer at Jewel Boutique Hotel
Posted 6 months ago

Excellent Tech Partner for Our AI-Powered Construction Management Platform

The IdeaMaker team exceeded our expectations. They were very knowledgeable with Django and PostgreSQL, and their experience with workflow and scheduling tools was immediately clear. They worked closely with our in-house React team, making sure the APIs fit perfectly and everything was running smoothly. We also appreciated IdeaMaker’s ability to handle the more advanced AI features—summarization and capturing conversations—which made the platform much more user-friendly.

Communication was always prompt. Weekly updates kept us in the loop and any adjustments or new requirements were handled quickly. The project came in right on schedule, and the quality of the work was exactly what we hoped for—everything was robust, well-documented, and ready for the demands of a modern web application.

What was the project name that you have worked with Idea Maker?

AI-Powered Construction Management

What service was provided as part of the project?

Software Development, Artificial Intelligence

Describe your project in brief

We hired IdeaMaker to help extend the backend of our smart construction project management system. The platform handles everything from client visit scheduling to capturing conversations and summarizing them using AI, so we needed a team who could deliver clean, scalable APIs and work seamlessly with our frontend.

What is it about the company that you appreciate the most?

The technical expertise of the team, especially with API development and AI integration, plus their willingness to collaborate and make adjustments so everything integrated seamlessly.

What was it about the company that you didn't like which they should do better?

None to mention—any minor issues we had were quickly addressed

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  • Communication
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Project Detail

  • $10001 to $50000
  • Completed
  • Manufacturing
Algene Tan
Algene Tan, Chief Executives Officer at Think Teach Group
Posted 6 months ago

I've had a great experience working with Idea Maker

Idea Maker provides software and AI development services for a compliance AI company. The team helps the client with the infrastructure of their AI compliance workspace and creates workflows and documentation.
idea Maker has been very transparent throughout the process. When we started to go over budget, the team communicated well ahead of time that the work would continue. We've communicated openly via Zoom, Loom, Google Meet, phone calls, and email.

What was the project name that you have worked with Idea Maker?

Software & AI Development for Compliance AI Company

What service was provided as part of the project?

Software Development, Artificial Intelligence

Describe your project in brief

I needed help with the technical side of my business. I felt that pursuing it on my own would be too difficult.
Idea Maker provides us with software and AI development services. We started by signing an NDA to finalize the terms and conditions of our agreement. We agreed I'd keep all rights to my IP, and the team would provide development and integration services. We've defined a selection of deliverables and approved the work to be completed.

After signing our agreement, I gave Idea Maker the materials I had worked on and developed internally so they could work on the backend for AI development. Idea Maker has been helping me with the infrastructure of my compliance AI workspace. The team has taken what I wanted to communicate and created proper workflows and documentation. Idea Maker has also helped me with the coding and AI interface.

What is it about the company that you appreciate the most?

Idea Maker has helped me save significant time and money — between $40,000–$50,000.

What was it about the company that you didn't like which they should do better?

I can't think of anything Idea Maker can improve on — they've been great.

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  • Quality
  • Schedule & Timing
  • Communication
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Project Detail

  • $10001 to $50000
  • In Progress
  • Information Technology
Danu Marin
Danu Marin, Digital Consultant at EBRD
Posted 6 months ago

Idea Maker was very responsive, we couldn’t have done it without them.

For this complex project, we brought in Idea Maker to help us out. We were in charge of designing the look and feel of the microsite’s pages and writing the content. Then, Idea Maker was responsible for building the site based on our designs, integrating the required AI and machine learning functionalities into it. They built the site from scratch and changed some aspects of the design to make it work better with the technology we were using.

As for said technology, Idea Maker developed the features on Python, and they used WordPress for the backend so that we could go in ourselves and populate the content, change images, and more. Additionally, we’re using AWS for hosting the site. Currently, Idea Maker helps us manage the hosting, maintain the site, and make changes to the code on an ongoing basis.

What was the project name that you have worked with Idea Maker?

AI & Machine Learning Web Dev for Advertising Company

What service was provided as part of the project?

Web Development, Artificial Intelligence

Describe your project in brief

We were looking to develop a microsite that could be part of our overall advertising campaign. However, what differentiated this microsite from a regular one was that we needed it to be driven by AI and machine learning. We wanted to create a unique experience where the content would be populated on this site based on how people were navigating through its content, where they came from, and which ads had directed them to it.

What is it about the company that you appreciate the most?

Idea Maker’s strength is their customer service; they’re very responsive. They’ve been able to talk to our designers and made things very easy for us to understand. Additionally, they understand how creative agencies work, making them very easy to work with, which ultimately has helped us get our project done.

What was it about the company that you didn't like which they should do better?

We’ve only had one issue, and I’m not entirely sure that it was even their fault. Initially, the website hosting on Amazon was very costly for us, and I believe it was because the site was on an incorrect server. Still, Idea Maker addressed and corrected the issue quickly, and the costs came down.

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  • Communication
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Project Detail

  • $10001 to $50000
  • Completed
  • Advertising & Marketing
Alan Ramilton
Alan Ramilton, Executives Manager at Bridgepond
Posted 6 months ago

The overall project was quite detailed

The goal was to create an automated platform that can be handled by the website features and have minimum human involvement. The site now has a development backbone and a production front. This has allowed a dual system in place to avoid an incidental crash. In addition, it has allowed to marketing staff to make cosmetic changes without affecting the development site

Thanks to Idea Maker's support, the client received positive feedback from users. The team completed tasks expeditiously, and each step of the project was communicated transparently to the client. They went above and beyond to understand the client's objectives and provide high-quality support.

What was the project name that you have worked with Idea Maker?

Backend Database for Workspace Renting Platform

What service was provided as part of the project?

Web Development, Software Development

Describe your project in brief

We needed an expert to build a robust backend database to allow customers to enter their information anywhere in the world and let that information be readily searchable. In addition to having a shopping cart, we wanted a platform where one could easily navigate and have a positive feel and look about the site.

What is it about the company that you appreciate the most?

The overall impact and feedback from other colleagues and professionals have been quite positive. We anticipate that the site will do financially well. Most tasks were completed expeditiously in a matter of days. The overall project was quite detailed, hence took a few months--and involved our improvised modification requests. Each step of the project was handled after video conferencing and through email correspondence and occasional in-person meetings.

What was it about the company that you didn't like which they should do better?

No. Cannot think of something that I would have wanted differently

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  • Schedule & Timing
  • Communication
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Project Detail

  • $50001 to $200000
  • Completed
  • Healthcare & Medical
Mohammed H Khashoggi
Mohammed H Khashoggi, Founder & CEO @ Ejaro | Tech - Innovation - Entrepreneurship at Ejaro
Posted 6 months ago

Great Experience with IdeaMaker for Custom Dashboard Development

IdeaMaker designed and built a customized dashboard for us, aggregating real-time data from multiple systems so we can monitor our inventory, sales stats, and auction activities all in one spot. The project was completely bespoke, and
they made no assumptions they worked closely with us to ensure every detail matched our day-to-day business needs.

What was the project name that you have worked with Idea Maker?

Custom Dashboard Development for Used Equipment Dealer

What service was provided as part of the project?

Web Development, Software Development

Describe your project in brief

IdeaMaker designed and built a customized dashboard for us, aggregating real-time data from multiple systems so we can monitor our inventory, sales stats, and auction activities all in one spot. The project was completely bespoke, and
they made no assumptions they worked closely with us to ensure every detail matched our day-to-day business needs.

What is it about the company that you appreciate the most?

We're most grateful for their attention to detail. The communication was clear throughout, and they kept us updated on every phase. The end product was exactly what we envisioned reliable, easy to use, and flexible enough for future changes. The dashboard has already made a noticeable difference to our efficiency.

What was it about the company that you didn't like which they should do better?

We honestly can't think of anything that needs improvement. The project went smoothly, deadlines were met, and the quality was top-notch.

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  • Quality
  • Schedule & Timing
  • Communication
  • Overall Rating

Project Detail

  • $10001 to $50000
  • Completed
  • Retail
Iñaki  Ereño
Iñaki Ereño, Group CEO at Bupa
Posted 7 months ago

The mobile experience is intuitive and fast users can browse venues

The instant order confirmation with a unique QR was slick; users can access all
their purchases in a tidy order history and redeem vouchers seamlessly.
On the venue side, our partners love their dashboard. It’s easy for venues to edit voucher options, set discounts, monitor orders, and scan redemptions via camera. Even our less tech-savvy staff picked it up quickly. The real-time order updates and the basic analytics were spot on for what we needed at this stage. We didn’t have to ask for endless tweaks—the delivered platform already felt tuned to our workflow.

What was the project name that you have worked with Idea Maker?

Polished MVP Delivered Fast exactly What We Needed

What service was provided as part of the project?

Mobile App Development, Web Development

Describe your project in brief

Working with IdeaMaker was simply fantastic from start to finish. We needed an MVP for a voucher pre-purchase platformmobile and web apps for users to buy vouchers at local venues, plus a management dashboard for our partner
locations. The team totally understood the assignment and delivered a clean, working product that nailed all of our core user flows. The project ran smoothly, with everything running on time and exactly as promised.
The mobile experience is intuitive and fast—users can browse venues and voucher deals, add them to a cart, and check out via a ZAR-friendly payment gateway in just a few taps. I really appreciated how clearly the UI displayed prices, discounts, and purchase breakdowns.

What is it about the company that you appreciate the most?

IdeaMaker’s communication deserves special mention, they kept us in the loop every step, were proactive with suggestions, and clarified every requirement before moving forward. When we needed to adjust the MVP scope or prioritize features, they were flexible and full of smart solutions. The build quality and pace of delivery were exactly what we hoped for.

What was it about the company that you didn't like which they should do better?

Honestly, nothing comes to mind. Any small issue or change was handled quickly and professionally.

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  • Schedule & Timing
  • Communication
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Project Detail

  • $10001 to $50000
  • Completed
  • Hospitality
Franck  DRECOURT
Franck DRECOURT, CIO at Leroy Merlin
Posted 7 months ago

Meta Ray-Ban AI Middleware MVP

We challenged IdeaMaker with a unique project: to architect and code an asynchronous middleware system capturing video/audio from Meta Ray-Bans, transcribing speech via Whisper, extracting frames/captions with BLIP-2, analyzing media contextually with GPT-4o Vision, and finally voicing responses through ElevenLabs TTS all while efficiently logging interaction data to SQLite/Qdrant. The tech stack was bleeding edge, and reliable real-time performance was non-negotiable.

What was the project name that you have worked with Idea Maker?

IdeaMaker Delivered an Exceptional Real-Time AI Middleware S

What service was provided as part of the project?

Software Development, Artificial Intelligence

Describe your project in brief

We challenged IdeaMaker with a unique project: to architect and code an asynchronous middleware system capturing video/audio from Meta Ray-Bans, transcribing speech via Whisper, extracting frames/captions with BLIP-2, analyzing media contextually with GPT-4o Vision, and finally voicing responses through ElevenLabs TTS all while efficiently logging interaction data to SQLite/Qdrant. The tech stack was bleeding-edge, and reliable real time performance was non-negotiable.

What is it about the company that you appreciate the most?

From day one, IdeaMaker demonstrated technical mastery and outstanding curiosity. They dove deep into OpenAI API quirks, made quick work of ffmpeg/Whisper/ElevenLabs integrations, and proactively fixed edge cases I hadn’t thought of yet. Communication was open, fast, and never felt transactional—they genuinely cared about building a soulful, human-centered assistant.

What was it about the company that you didn't like which they should do better?

No genuine complaints—if anything, I wish I’d started working with them even earlier.

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  • Schedule & Timing
  • Communication
  • Overall Rating

Project Detail

  • $10001 to $50000
  • Completed
  • Other Industries

Client Portfolio of Idea Maker

Project Industry

  • Legal & Compliance - 22.2%
  • Education - 22.2%
  • Defense & Aerospace - 11.1%
  • E-commerce - 11.1%
  • Food & Beverages - 11.1%
  • Healthcare & Medical - 11.1%
  • Hospitality - 11.1%

Major Industry Focus

Legal & Compliance

Project Cost

  • $10001 to $50000 - 88.9%
  • Not Disclosed - 11.1%

Common Project Cost

$10001 to $50000

Project Timeline

  • 1 to 25 Weeks - 100.0%

Project Timeline

1 to 25 Weeks

Clients: 3

  • Planefax
  • Blodgic
  • Fujikikai

Portfolios: 9

Export Orbital – AI-Powered Compliance Chatbot SaaS Platform

Export Orbital – AI-Powered Compliance Chatbot SaaS Platform

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$10001 to $50000
16 weeks
Legal & Compliance

When government regulations become a roadblock, innovation becomes a necessity. That’s what led our client to approach us with a clear mission: simplify the complex world of compliance. Regulatory documents can be hundreds of pages long, filled with legal jargon and confusing directives. For most businesses, understanding them means hiring expensive consultants or risking costly mistakes. Our client saw an opportunity to change that—and we helped them bring that vision to life.

We developed Export Orbital, a scalable AI SaaS platform that empowers businesses to navigate regulatory compliance with ease. At the core of the solution is an AI-powered chatbot trained on real government documents. Using OpenAI and Pinecone’s vector search, the system understands and interprets dense compliance material, allowing users to simply ask questions and receive tailored, context-aware guidance.

To make this as accessible as possible, we built a user-friendly chat interface that feels like interacting with a helpful advisor. Users can get strategic recommendations, find relevant compliance clauses, and even ask clarifying follow-up questions—all in one seamless experience.

The SaaS platform itself is fully equipped with user authentication, chat session history, subscription tiers, and Stripe-based payment processing. Designed with growth in mind, it allows users to manage multiple chat sessions, revisit past interactions, and upgrade their access as their needs evolve.

Export Orbital has become a game-changing tool for businesses looking to simplify compliance. What once required a team of experts can now be handled with a conversation—and we’re proud to have helped make that happen.

BLodgic – AI-Powered Cybersecurity SaaS with Slack Integration

BLodgic – AI-Powered Cybersecurity SaaS with Slack Integration

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$10001 to $50000
16 weeks
Legal & Compliance

BLodgic, an AI-powered cybersecurity startup, approached us with a compelling challenge: refine and secure their open-source foundation, integrate it with Slack, and wrap it all into a scalable SaaS product ready for public launch. They had a powerful concept, but needed the right technical partner to bring it to life—securely and fast.

We began by diving into their RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) system and deploying a hardened backend architecture on AWS using Hugging Face’s LLM. From there, we fine-tuned document indexing using Chroma DB and Cosmos DB to ensure high-speed, contextually relevant responses. User interactions are fully logged for traceability, a must-have in cybersecurity environments.

Our team also developed a full-featured Slack app that connects directly to this backend. Users can interact with BLodgic in real time, with built-in access limits for free users and unlockable premium features through subscription or admin approval. We ensured the Slack app met all approval standards and provided detailed documentation for onboarding and management.

To complete the package, we built a sleek WordPress marketing site that communicates BLodgic’s value to customers clearly and effectively. Integrated with Mailchimp for lead capture, the site gives the brand a strong digital presence to match its technical power.

BLodgic now stands as a modern, secure, and scalable AI cybersecurity product—ready for enterprise adoption and continued growth.

Advance CPE – Scalable eLearning SaaS Platform for Continuing Education

Advance CPE – Scalable eLearning SaaS Platform for Continuing Education

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$10001 to $50000
20 weeks
Education

Advance CPE came to us with a bold mission: to revolutionize the continuing education experience for busy professionals—especially those needing accredited courses for license renewals or compliance. They knew that in-person attendance was increasingly unrealistic for many learners, yet they hadn’t found a platform that truly met the complex needs of both students and instructors. That’s where we stepped in.

We collaborated closely with the founders to design and develop a powerful white-label SaaS eLearning platform from the ground up. This wasn’t your typical online course system—it had to include attendance verification, instructor branding, student performance tracking, live and recorded video support, and fully automated certificate generation.

We engineered a secure, scalable infrastructure that supports multiple instructors and students, revenue tracking, Stripe payment integration, and even facial recognition features to confirm student presence during lessons. On top of that, instructors can personalize their portals with logos, color schemes, and event branding, helping them stand out in a crowded education space.

This was more than a build; it was a partnership. We didn’t just tick off a list of features—we helped bring their vision to life with room to grow. The result? A sleek, reliable, future-proof eLearning platform that now powers professional development across industries.

PlaneFax - Multi-Portal Listing Platform for Aviation Dealers

PlaneFax - Multi-Portal Listing Platform for Aviation Dealers

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$10001 to $50000
16 weeks
Defense & Aerospace

Plane Fax is a digital platform built for the aviation industry, serving as a powerful listing and marketing hub for aircraft buyers, sellers, and dealers. Though designed for aircraft, the system mirrors advanced automotive dealer platforms—featuring structured user portals, a dynamic store catalog, and a credit-based transaction model.

Our client, Plane Fax, previously relied on manual workflows and lacked an efficient way to manage listings or process client interactions online. They approached us to create a scalable, high-performance web application that supports their growing network of aviation dealers.

We developed a multi-user portal system with custom access levels for buyers, sellers, dealers, and administrators. Each portal is designed to streamline navigation and enable task-specific functions, such as uploading inventory or managing inquiries. To simplify transactions, we implemented a secure credit system, allowing users to purchase and redeem credits for Plane Fax’s services.

The centerpiece of the platform is a user-friendly store catalog built with advanced filtering and search functionality—helping users browse aircraft listings with the same ease and speed they expect from leading automotive eCommerce systems.

This project reflects a seamless blend of marketplace innovation, inventory management, and role-based control—built using Django for robust backend performance.

Key Features:

  • Multi-role user portals (Buyer, Seller, Dealer, Admin)

  • Integrated credit system for smooth, prepaid transactions

  • Aircraft listing catalog with advanced filtering options

  • Admin dashboard for content and user management

  • Responsive web design optimized for desktop and mobile

Merceo – AI-Powered Chatbot for Smart eCommerce Navigation

Merceo – AI-Powered Chatbot for Smart eCommerce Navigation

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$10001 to $50000
16 weeks
E-commerce

Merceo is an AI chatbot solution developed to revolutionize how users interact with eCommerce websites. Built on a Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) framework using OpenAI’s ChatGPT, Merceo allows shoppers to use natural language to search for products across online stores—providing a conversational, human-like shopping experience.

Our client approached us with the challenge of making vast eCommerce product catalogs easier to navigate. With product pages often overloaded and buyers struggling to find what they need, we engineered an AI chatbot that integrates directly into popular platforms like Shopify, WordPress, WhatsApp, and Discord.

By leveraging LangChain and custom embedding models, Merceo converts product data into machine-readable formats, enabling instant and accurate responses. It also offers smart product linking, real-time chat filtering, and intelligent conversation flows. This drastically reduces browsing time and boosts conversion rates.

The chatbot is also API-ready, allowing it to function within various environments while maintaining top-tier security through Microsoft Azure services.

Key Features:

  • Natural language search powered by OpenAI’s ChatGPT

  • Seamless integration with Shopify, WordPress, WhatsApp & Discord

  • Real-time product links served directly in chat

  • Embedding and LangChain support for optimized data processing

  • Azure-secured platform for enterprise-grade data protection

Coast 2 Coast – Connecting Student Athletes with University Coaches

Coast 2 Coast – Connecting Student Athletes with University Coaches

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$10001 to $50000
16 weeks
Education

Coast 2 Coast is a powerful recruitment platform built to bridge the gap between aspiring student-athletes and university-level coaches across NCAA and NAIA institutions. The client approached us with a mission to create a clean, intuitive, and highly functional platform that would simplify the athletic recruitment journey for students in the U.S.

We developed a custom Django-based web application, complete with a marketing-focused static website and a robust admin backend. The platform features a secure student portal where users can input personal stats (height, weight, academic background, achievements, and sports preferences) and automatically contact their selected university coaches via pre-written, auto-sent emails.

A major technical highlight was the curation and processing of over 57,000 rows of verified coach data across 1,000+ universities—making the platform a comprehensive, centralized resource for recruitment.

Additionally, we implemented:

  • An automated email notification system that alerts students when their message has been read by a coach.

  • An admin dashboard where the client can manage university data, view interactions, and oversee student accounts.

  • A smooth onboarding flow and interface tailored for tech-savvy and non-tech-savvy student users alike.

By focusing on usability, scalability, and performance, Coast 2 Coast empowers students to take charge of their athletic careers with ease and confidence.

Spam Your School – Social Food Discovery Platform for Students

Spam Your School – Social Food Discovery Platform for Students

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$10001 to $50000
16 weeks
Food & Beverages

When our client came to us with the concept for Spam Your School, their vision was clear: build a platform where students could see and share real photos of the food served at universities across the U.S.—before even applying. The target audience? Primarily high school students with dietary needs like gluten intolerance, lactose sensitivity, or vegan preferences—but open to any student curious about campus dining.

To bring this idea to life, we built a web platform that combines the visual engagement of Instagram with the community-driven nature of Facebook, while embedding custom functionality tailored to university dining discovery. Students can upload food photos, comment, and like posts—just like they would on their favorite social platforms. But what makes Spam Your School different is its smart filtering: users can search by dietary requirements, cuisine type, or university name to find the best fit for their lifestyle.

We also created detailed university profile pages, offering not just food insights, but campus imagery and general info. This way, prospective students get a fuller picture of college life—starting with what’s on the menu.

By focusing on a niche but meaningful pain point in the college selection process, we helped build a platform that is informative, fun, and highly relevant to today’s students. Spam Your School is more than just food pics—it’s about making smarter, more personal choices for the next big step in life.

Medicare Chatbot – AI-Powered Healthcare Support

Medicare Chatbot – AI-Powered Healthcare Support

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Not Disclosed
21 weeks
Healthcare & Medical

When a Medicare insurance broker approached us, his goal was clear: to make navigating Medicare documentation easier for everyday users. Many of his clients, especially older adults, were overwhelmed by complex contracts and struggled to find the information they needed. He wanted a solution that could provide clear, accurate answers without the wait time of traditional customer service.

We developed a secure, AI-powered chatbot that understands and simplifies Medicare documents. By combining OpenAI's GPT and Meta’s LLaMA models with advanced embeddings, we created a system capable of quickly searching through large volumes of data and returning human-like, conversational responses.

The chatbot is designed with user-friendliness in mind, featuring a familiar messaging interface that mimics chatting with a live agent. It can interpret natural language queries, locate relevant information, and explain it in simple, understandable terms—all while maintaining compliance and privacy standards.

This solution not only improves the experience for end users but also significantly reduces the workload on support teams. With this project, we didn’t just build a chatbot—we helped make healthcare information more accessible, one conversation at a time.

HelloVacay – Hotel Booking App with NFT Integration

HelloVacay – Hotel Booking App with NFT Integration

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$10001 to $50000
16 weeks
Hospitality

HelloVacay came to us with a bold vision—to build a hotel booking app that rivals the biggest names in the travel industry, but with unique tech-forward features and exclusive discounts. They wanted more than just another booking engine. They needed a scalable platform that offered real-time hotel pricing, a seamless user experience, and the ability to manage listings internally. Most notably, they wanted to incorporate an NFT-based subscription system—an industry-first.

We developed a full-featured mobile app paired with a robust web-based admin portal. The admin portal gives the client full control over hotel listings, user data, and pricing visibility. For live pricing and bookings, we integrated a custom third-party pricing API, allowing users to find and book hotels with real-time updates—no delays, no outdated listings.

Beyond its functional strength, the platform stands out for its user experience. The interface was carefully designed to be intuitive, fast, and mobile-first—ensuring users feel confident and comfortable at every step.

Perhaps the most innovative feature? Users can purchase a lifetime membership via NFTs. The NFT model not only enables permanent access to perks but also allows users to transfer or sell their memberships, creating a self-sustaining ecosystem built on Web3 principles.

HelloVacay isn’t just another travel app—it’s a reimagination of what modern hotel booking can look like, and we’re proud to have been part of bringing that vision to life.