Issues stemming from one tool had major ripple effects across our client's entire app. Here's how we approached it
When Search Breaks Everything: Lessons from a Client's Unexpected App Outage
31 Mar 2026
Strategy Posts
Find answers to some of your more complex questions related to strategy, growth, organization, and costs associated with making changes in your organization. Expect thought-provoking discussions that empower you to make informed decisions in today's fast-paced tech landscape.
Design Meets Reality in Rails Redesigns
16 Mar 2026
Redesigning a Ruby on Rails application is easy on paper. Making it work with real systems is harder. Here’s how Rails teams align design visions with reality.
O Custo de Deixar um Rewrite de Software em Aberto
11 Mar 2026
A ideia de reescrever o sistema continua voltando. O impulso desacelera. Este post explora por que futuros indefinidos fazem equipes perderem ritmo muito antes de o cĂłdigo realmente quebrar.
The Cost of Leaving a Software Rewrite “On the Table”
3 Feb 2026
It’s not old software that stalls teams. It’s what happens when the future stays unresolved.
Defining Redesign Roles: Designer, Developer, or UX/UI Expert?
29 Jan 2026
A practical look at why website redesigns stall and how choosing the right lead at each stage keeps work moving forward.
Don't Rush the Redesign: Start with Strategy
7 Jan 2026
A flashy homepage means nothing without clear goals. Here’s how to make the right things matter first.
Red Flags That Signal Growing Technical Debt: What FastRuby Has Learned from Client Projects
15 Oct 2025
Our friends at FastRuby share how to spot the quiet warning signs of growing technical debt and how to address it strategically instead of reactively.
Untangling a Slow Rails App: The Framework We Use Every Time
7 Oct 2025
Struggling with a slow Rails app? Learn our five-step framework to identify, analyze, and fix performance bottlenecks without just throwing more hardware at it.
Disaster-Proof Your Application: How to Build a Reliable Backup Strategy
13 Jan 2025
When your app goes down, it's better to be prepared! Learn how to create a reliable, maintainable database backup strategy and tips for application maintenance.
How Much Does a Custom Web Application Cost to Build?
6 Jun 2017
As one of the team members at Planet Argon who handles incoming requests for project opportunities, I’m often fielded the question, “what does a typical web application cost?” Like a good software engineer, my response is, “it depends.”