Rachel Dillon: Tech Debt Management for Move With Us App Growth
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Seamless takeover from previous developer with ZERO business interruption
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Comprehensive cost optimisation
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Prioritised issue resolution
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Framework refactoring and maintained continuity
The Brief
Inherited a challenging app? See how our strategic approach to tech debt management spurred growth without disruption.
Move With Us faced significant challenges due to inherited tech debt when transitioning their app development to PixelForce. Despite having a strong user base, the existing technical issues threatened the app’s performance and future scalability. This brief explores our strategic approach to managing and mitigating these challenges while enhancing the app’s overall functionality and user satisfaction.
The inherited tech debt included outdated frameworks and inefficient coding practices that were impacting the app’s performance. Addressing these issues was critical to stabilising the app and preparing it for future growth.
Our Solution
Taking on the Move With Us project involved a strategic overhaul of the existing app to handle the significant tech debt while ensuring continuous operation for the active user base.
Cost-Benefit Analysis: We began by assessing the tech debt to prioritise issues based on their impact on the app’s performance and user experience. This analysis helped in making informed decisions on which technologies to upgrade or refactor.
Framework Refactoring: We identified that the existing framework was not capable of supporting the app’s growing needs. Our team selected and migrated to a more robust framework, ensuring greater scalability and performance
Code Optimisation: To reduce future tech accumulation, we conducted extensive code audits, refactoring outdated practices, and improving the overall code quality.
Documentation and Maintenance: Enhanced documentation was created to support future development efforts, making the tech easier to manage and upgrade.
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Technical Breakdown
The technical overhaul of the Move With Us app significantly improved its stability and scalability. By addressing the tech debt through strategic refactoring and optimisation, we not only enhanced the app’s performance but also laid a solid foundation for its future growth. This approach highlights the importance of thorough tech assessment and strategic planning in managing inherited tech debt.