Why Arkency

Your Business Goals. Our Technical Expertise

We do more than just write code - we work alongside you to refine your vision, shape upcoming features, and maximize value.

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Team

We’re dedicated to building solutions that make a real impact, combining technical excellence with a deep understanding of your goals.

Behind one of the most popular Ruby on Rails blogs and the authorship of eight acclaimed programming books (covering Rails, React.js, Domain-Driven Design, and Async/Remote collaboration), our team is driven by passion and expertise - not buzzwords. We’re not self-proclaimed “ninjas” or “gurus,” but experienced, mindful developers with a broad, versatile skillset.

Our proficiency spans both frontend and backend development, allowing us to quickly understand your entire application and deliver cohesive, end-to-end features - not just isolated tasks. This holistic approach means we can introduce meaningful changes across all layers of your product, always with your business objectives in mind.

How we collaborate

We blend into your team, work in your tools, and keep you fully in the loop - without adding overhead.
You’ll hear from us every day. We share what we did, what we’re working on, and what’s next. You’ll always know where things stand - no micromanagement required.
We focus on the most important tasks first, split them into small, shippable parts, and aim to deliver to production daily. From day one, we write real code and ship real value - not just set up environments.
We adapt to your way of working, not the other way around. Over time, if we see opportunities to improve your code or processes, we’ll suggest them - always with context, examples, and clear reasoning.
We won’t disappear after a few months. Many of our clients work with us for years. We treat your project like it’s our own.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need technical knowledge to work with you?
Not at all. We’ve worked directly with non-technical founders, COOs, product managers, and domain experts. We’ll translate tech into business terms - and make sure you always understand what’s going on.
Can we start small?
Absolutely. Many of our long-term collaborations started with a small upgrade or refactor. We can start with a specific goal or code audit, and build from there.
Do you work with in-house teams?
Yes. In many projects, we work alongside existing developers - contributing code, supporting architecture decisions, and mentoring less experienced team members.
How do you charge for your services?
We typically work on a time & materials basis, billed monthly. No long-term lock-ins, no surprises.
How will you work with my current team?
We use your existing project management and communication tools, keeping everything visible and transparent. Our goal is to blend seamlessly with your team - no “us vs. them,” just “we.”
What if our codebase is messy?
We’ve seen worse. We follow a simple rule: leave the code better than we found it. Small improvements, every time we touch it.
What does the first week look like?
From day one, we dive into your most important task - asking questions, learning the code, and aiming to ship changes immediately. We repeat this process daily: pick the top priority, break it down, finish, and deploy.
Are your developers senior?
Yes - our team is made up of experienced Rails developers only. We don’t hire juniors. You get people who’ve worked on complex apps for 10+ years.

Want developers who deliver real business value?

Let’s talk about how our experienced team can help you ship features faster and achieve your goals.

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