Custom software from Berlin

Custom Software Development

Custom software pays off when off-the-shelf solutions can only map your core processes with workarounds. Context Studios builds software that fits your workflows exactly, with AI as a fixed part of the architecture – from concept to production, with weekly demos and full source code access. You receive the rights of use under clause 5 of our terms.

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Goal: MVP in about 4 weeksExclusive rights of use under clause 5 of our termsAI integration in every solution
  1. Workshop
  2. Setup
  3. Sprint
  4. Build & Support

Fixed price after scoping · proposal within 48 h

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What is custom software development and when is it worth it?

Software development service

Custom software development means designing, programming and operating software that is tailored precisely to a company's processes. It pays off where off-the-shelf solutions can only map core processes with workarounds. Context Studios plans AI functions such as automated data processing, forecasts or natural-language interfaces from the very beginning.

Specialisation
Full-stack development with native AI integration
Technologies
Next.js, React, Python, TypeScript, Convex, AWS, Vercel
Target group
SMEs and enterprises with individual process requirements
Project duration
Typically: MVP about 4 weeks, business app 6–8 weeks, platform 8–12 weeks
Compliance
GDPR-compliant, GoBD-compatible, rights of use under clause 5 of our terms

AI software developmentAI app developmentAI platform developmentMVP developmentEnterprise AI development

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Our tech stack

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AI & ML

Anthropic ClaudeOpenAI GPT familyGoogle GeminiOpen-weight models (Llama, Qwen, Mistral, DeepSeek)ConvexRAG & Vector DBs (Pinecone, Weaviate)MCP (Model Context Protocol)Hugging Face TransformersComputer Vision (YOLO, SAM)ElevenLabs (Voice AI)Google Veo (Video AI)
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Web & Mobile

Next.js & ReactTypeScriptReact Native & ExpoTailwind CSSShadcn/uiVercel Edge Runtime
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Backend & Data

Node.js & Hono (Edge)PythonPostgreSQL & SupabaseConvex (Real-Time DB)RedistRPC & GraphQLOpenAPI
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DevOps & Infrastructure

Vercel & AWSDocker & KubernetesCI/CD-Pipelines (GitHub Actions)OpenTelemetry & GrafanaLangfuse (LLM Monitoring)
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How does the development of your custom software work?

Four phases, clear milestones, no surprises. You always know where your project stands.

  1. (01)

    Consultation call

    Free initial call via video. We get to know your business, identify AI potential and give you a first assessment of feasibility and schedule.

    Day 1
  2. (02)

    Proposal & planning

    Detailed feature breakdown, written fixed-price proposal, technical architecture plan and weekly milestones.

    Days 2–3
  3. (03)

    AI-accelerated development

    Agile development with weekly demos. Goal: a working MVP in about 4 weeks, with production-ready code and automated tests.

    Weeks 1–4
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    Launch & support

    Production deployment with complete documentation. We fix defects free of charge for 30 days from final delivery.

    Week 4+
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Industries we build custom software for

Manufacturing & production

Production planning software, quality management systems, predictive maintenance dashboards and IoT data platforms. Custom software for industry replaces rigid standard solutions with systems that map your manufacturing processes exactly.

Financial services

Risk analysis tools, compliance automation platforms, customer onboarding portals and automated reporting systems. Software for the financial sector that meets strict regulatory requirements and creates operational advantages.

Healthcare

Patient portals, appointment management systems, electronic document management and AI-assisted findings assistants. GDPR-compliant software that relieves medical staff of administrative tasks and digitises treatment workflows.

Logistics & transport

Route planning software, fleet management platforms, real-time tracking systems and AI-based route optimisation. Software for logistics that reduces empty runs, optimises supply chains and saves costs through automation.

Real estate & PropTech

Broker CRM systems, property listing generators, tenant management platforms and valuation tools with AI-assisted market analysis. Software that digitises real estate processes from acquisition to management and automates routine tasks.

Energy & utilities

Energy management platforms, smart grid controls, consumption forecasting tools and ESG reporting systems. AI-supported load optimisation and predictive maintenance planning for energy assets, connected to SCADA systems and IoT sensors.

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Why custom software from Context Studios?

Six reasons why companies choose tailor-made software solutions with AI.

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Tailor-made architecture

No compromises with off-the-shelf solutions: we design system architectures that are tailored exactly to your business logic, data flows and scaling requirements – every component serves your specific use case.

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Native AI integration

Artificial intelligence is built into the architecture from the start, not bolted on afterwards. Models from Anthropic, OpenAI and Google as well as custom ML models become a fixed part of your software.

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Scalable architecture

Cloud-native architectures on AWS and Vercel that grow with your business – without redevelopment.

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Rights of use and source code

You receive the source code, the documentation and the exclusive rights of use under clause 5 of our terms. That means no vendor lock-in and no ongoing licence fees for your custom software. You stay in control – now and in the future.

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Agile development with weekly demos

No black-box development: you see progress every week, give feedback and set priorities. Working software from the first sprint – not only after months.

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Long-term maintenance & further development

We fix defects free of charge for 30 days from final delivery. After that, we offer maintenance, performance monitoring, security updates and further development by agreement.

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Example projects

Examples we can build for you

Customer service

AI-powered support agent

An AI agent understands customer requests in natural language, accesses internal knowledge bases and delivers answers automatically – around the clock.

Automated first response · Multilingual · Available 24/7
Knowledge management

RAG-based document system

A knowledge system with RAG architecture searches large document collections and delivers source-based answers in seconds.

Source-based answers · Fast search · Scalable
Process automation

Workflow automation with AI agents

Autonomous AI agents automate recurring business processes – from data extraction to reporting.

Automated end to end · Fewer errors · Time savings

Frequently asked questions about custom software

(01)What does it cost to have custom software developed?
Costs depend on the scope of features, integrations, data situation and quality requirements. That is why we don't quote flat rates but clarify the scope in a short scoping: fixed price after scoping, proposal within 48 hours. If you want to sharpen your requirements first, start with a fixed-price workshop, for example the Prototyping Sprint for €4,500.
(02)How long does custom software development take?
The duration depends on the project scope. Typically, simple tools and MVPs take about 4 weeks, business applications 6–8 weeks and enterprise platforms 8–12 weeks. Our AI-assisted development process keeps schedules short, and weekly demos show you at any time where the project stands.
(03)When is custom software better than off-the-shelf solutions?
Custom software pays off when standard solutions cannot map your core processes, when you work with workarounds and spreadsheet add-ons, when licence costs for barely used standard software keep rising, or when you want to create a competitive edge with AI functions that standard products don't offer. In the first call we honestly check whether a standard solution might be enough after all.
(04)Do I get the complete source code?
Yes. You receive the complete source code, documentation, deployment scripts and architecture documents, as well as the exclusive rights of use under clause 5 of our terms. There is no vendor lock-in: you can continue with another team at any time or develop the software further in-house without starting from scratch.
(05)Which technologies do you use?
Frontend: Next.js, React and TypeScript for high-performance web applications. Backend: Python and Node.js with Convex or PostgreSQL as the database. AI: Claude, GPT, LangGraph and custom ML models. Deployment: AWS and Vercel with CI/CD pipelines and monitoring. We choose the technology to suit the project, not the other way round.
(06)How do you ensure GDPR compliance?
GDPR compliance is a fixed part of our architecture: European hosting, encryption of all data at rest and in transit, privacy by design and configurable deletion periods. For regulated industries we additionally implement GoBD-compliant logging, audit trails and role-based access control, and document all data flows in a traceable way.
(07)Can the software be extended later?
Yes. We plan for extensibility from the start: modular architecture, clean API interfaces and automated tests. New features, integrations and user groups can be added later without destabilising the existing software. The documentation ensures that other teams can take over further development as well.
(08)How does the collaboration work?
We start with a free 30-minute initial call and a discovery phase of about one week. This is followed by architecture design with wireframes and prototypes, then agile development with weekly demos and feedback loops. You have access to the code repository at all times and a direct line to founder Michael Kerkhoff, who steers the project centrally and brings in experienced specialists as needed.
(09)Do you integrate AI into every custom software project?
When it makes sense, yes. We work AI-natively and check in every project where intelligent functions create real value: automated data processing, chatbots, predictive analytics or content generation. AI is only integrated when it brings concrete benefits and is otherwise deliberately left out.
(10)Do you also offer maintenance and further development?
Yes. We fix defects free of charge for 30 days from final delivery. For ongoing operations and further development we agree individually on what you need: updates, security patches, performance optimisation or new features. That way your software stays secure and grows with your requirements.
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Personal consultation in Berlin

Founder AI-native since
2024
Email
info [at] contextstudios [dot] ai

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