I help first time founders build software

Have you always had a big app or software idea?

Navigating the software development process can be daunting, especially when you're on a budget or new to the field.

That's where I come in. As your personal startup software advisor, I'll work with you to understand your vision, identify your goals, and be your software engineering lead on this project. Together, we'll figure out the needs of your project and whatever it takes to bring your idea to life.

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You have an idea and I want to help you build it

When you have an idea and unsure how to build it, I'm here to help

Whether you need
  • Design Agency to help mock up ideas
  • Software Agency to build your idea
  • Team to build your idea in house

I'm here to help you navigate this process and figure out whats best for you.

Here's how I can help

First

Define Your Idea and Requirements

This is is often a lot of the heavy lifting. This is where we take your idea and turn it into a plan. We break down the idea into parts and figure out what is needed to make it a reality.

We'll work together to refine your idea, define the scope of your project, and identify your must-have features.

Once we have the basic building blocks and know exactly what needs to be build, we can start gathering the resources to start making progress.

Next

Determine Development Path
Subscription Path
Build in house

Using our flat fee subscription model you pay a set monthly fee for both my team and I.

With this model you get a single price you pay on a monthly basis without any large commitments.

OR
Agency Path
Go Agency route
I'll leverage my network to introduce you to a range of software agencies that specialize in your industry and technology stack.
Determine Next steps
Subscription Path
Get to work
My team and I will start working your your project and provide daily and weekly updates.
(Usually within a couple weeks)
OR
Agency Path
Compare Proposals and Pricing
I'll help you evaluate agency proposals, compare pricing, and negotiate the best possible terms for your budget.
The Development Process
Subscription Path
I personally lead the development process. I find, hire, work along, and manage the engineer. As a team we develop the product with daily and weekly updates.
OR
Agency Path
Once you've selected an agency, I'll work closely with you and the agency to ensure that the development process is on track and aligned with your vision.
Provide Ongoing Support and Guidance
Throughout the entire process, I'll be there to answer your questions, provide guidance, and help you make informed decisions.

What will I end up with?

Whether you need a SaaS platform, website, mobile app, membership website, facebook clone, I'm here to turn your idea into reality.

Together, we'll define and refine your vision, create a plan, and work towards making it a reality.

I will help you navigate the software development process and connect you with the right software agency to bring your idea to life. I'm here to help you succeed.


Who am I?

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👋 Hi, My name is Matthew Ellison and I've been an software engineer for over 10 years working with multiple startups along the way in every position from an on the grounds software engineer, to an engineering architect to an engineering manager.

So I understand how to get software built.

Along the way I've lead projects, teams, interviewed and hired many engineers.

I've built everything from backend desktop software applications to full web development platforms. I've worked with a variety of technologies and have a strong understanding of the software development process.

With my experience I can help you navigate the software development process and get your idea from your head into reality


Pricing

Discovery Session
$500
$250
One time fee to discuss your project, goals, ideas, and give you guidance to figure out next steps on your own.
What you will get
  • 2 hour phone call to discuss your project
  • Help plan out Next steps you can take yourself to move forward
  • Help Connect\share any of my resources
    agencies, freelancers, DIY, etc
  • No obligation to continue
Agency Path
$5000
$2500
One time fee for the life of your project.
What you will get
  • Initial Consultation
  • Product Vision Review
  • Agency Selection
  • Project Kickoff
  • 30 Day guarantee. If within the first 30 days you are not satisfied for any reason, you can cancel and get a full refund.
  • Available to you on demand, anytime, as a consultant for the project until the project is live
Subscription Path
$10000/m
$7500/m
Monthly fee. No minimum commitment. Pause or cancel anytime.
What you will get
  • Active development of your project
  • 2 week sprint cycles
  • Pause\Cancel anytime
  • Full management by me personally
  • Admin Management
  • External Integrations
  • API Development

FAQs

Still not sure if its right or have additional questions?