Our process - How we work
From Concept to Code, We Work Hand-in-Hand with You to Build High-Quality Solutions Quickly and Efficiently, Delivering Results That Matter.

Discover
The Discovery phase is where we roll up our sleeves and dig deep into understanding your vision. We don’t just want to hear your goals—we want to understand the why behind them. Through a series of collaborative workshops, stakeholder interviews, and detailed research, we align ourselves with your business objectives. This ensures that every feature we build, every line of code we write, is directly tied to creating real value for your users and your company.
In this phase, we focus on mapping out your project’s scope, defining clear requirements, and identifying any potential risks or challenges early on. Whether it’s user research, competitor analysis, or technical feasibility, we gather all the necessary information to make informed decisions. Our goal here is to ensure that we are all on the same page before we dive into design or development, creating a blueprint that leads to smooth sailing in the next stages.
The Discovery phase doesn’t just end with a set of requirements; it’s about fostering a true partnership. We continuously communicate with your team, gather feedback, and refine our approach to ensure we’re headed in the right direction.
Included in this phase
- Techology Assessment
- OS & Platform
- Data Analysis
- Business Requirements (PRDs)
- Wireframes & Prototypes
- Security Audit
- Data & Hosting

Develop & Test
Now that we’ve laid the groundwork in Discovery, it’s time to bring your vision to life. In the Develop & Test phase, our team dives into writing clean, efficient code, building the core features, and creating the technical architecture that powers your product. We work in short, focused sprints, which allows us to stay agile, adjust quickly to any changes, and ensure we’re delivering value incrementally. Whether it’s a web app, mobile platform, or complex backend system, we’re building with the end user in mind every step of the way.
But development isn’t just about coding; it’s about constant feedback and iteration. As we build, we continuously test—both manually and through automated testing frameworks—to ensure that every feature is working as intended. Testing is integrated into our process from day one, and each sprint culminates in a demo where we showcase the latest features. This iterative approach allows us to identify issues early, adapt to feedback quickly, and ensure quality is baked into the product from start to finish.
Our goal in this phase is simple: deliver a product that works seamlessly, performs optimally, and is ready for the real world. We focus on scalability, security, and usability, all while keeping the lines of communication open with you. By the time we move on to the next phase, your product isn’t just functional—it’s robust, reliable, and ready for launch.
SHOGUN.IO were so regular with their progress updates we almost began to think they were automated!

Deploy
Once we’ve built and tested your product, it’s time to bring it into the hands of your users. The Deploy phase is all about taking everything we’ve worked on and making it available for the world to see, use, and engage with. Whether it’s a full product launch or a phased rollout, our team ensures that the deployment process is smooth, seamless, and free of surprises. We carefully plan the release, monitoring every step to guarantee that it aligns with your business goals and technical requirements.
Before we go live, we conduct a final round of testing in the production environment, ensuring that everything functions as expected under real-world conditions. We work closely with your team to finalize deployment strategies, including server configurations, security measures, and scaling plans. Our goal is to minimize downtime and ensure that your product is stable, secure, and optimized for performance the moment it hits production.
After the deployment, we don’t just walk away—we stay involved to monitor performance, address any immediate issues, and help you scale as needed. Whether it’s troubleshooting bugs or making small optimizations, we remain a partner in your product’s journey, ensuring that it continues to evolve and improve in response to real user feedback.
Included in this phase
- Testing. We run a final round of comprehensive testing in the live environment to catch any last-minute bugs, ensuring that everything works flawlessly under real-world conditions.
- Infrastructure. Our team fine-tunes your infrastructure to ensure scalability, security, and performance, optimizing it to handle your user base effectively as you grow.
- Support. Post-deployment, we provide ongoing support to address any issues, monitor performance, and ensure your product stays up-to-date with regular patches and improvements.
Our values - Balancing reliability and innovation
We strive to stay at the forefront of emerging trends and technologies, while completely ignoring them and forking that old Rails project we feel comfortable using. We stand by our core values to justify that decision.
- Hardware. We begin by assessing your project's hardware needs to ensure the infrastructure can handle the software's demands. This includes evaluating servers, devices, and networking components.
- Skills. Our team leverages a range of specialized skills, ensuring that the right expertise is applied at every stage of development. From front-end to back-end, we cover it all.
- Knowledge. We bring deep industry knowledge, combining market insights with technical expertise. This enables us to craft solutions that not only meet your needs but anticipate future challenges.
- Design Aesthetics. We focus on creating visually appealing and intuitive designs that align with your brand's identity. Our designers ensure that aesthetics enhance user experience, not hinder it.
- Code Quality. Our developers follow best practices to write clean, maintainable code. This ensures longevity and ease of modification, making your software easier to update over time.
- Scalability. Scalability is a core consideration in every project. We build systems that can grow with your business, adapting to increased users or data without sacrificing performance.
Tell us about your project
Our offices
- SHOGUN.IO Studio
www.shogun.io
Tampa, Florida US - New York
New York Studio (coming soon)
Bronx, New York US