Austin Devs

Technical Co-Founder & Fractional CTO Services

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What is a CTO?

A Chief Technology Officer (CTO) oversees an organization's technology needs, R&D, and strategic investments to achieve objectives.

What types of companies can benefit from a CTO?

Various types of companies can benefit from a fractional CTO, including startups and small businesses seeking technology leadership and guidance, mid-sized companies looking to enhance their technology strategies, and even larger organizations in need of specialized expertise or temporary support for specific projects.

Why might you want a fractional CTO?

Fractional CTOs work on a part-time or project basis, allowing companies to access high-level strategic guidance and expertise without the expense of a full-time executive.

Fractional CTOs often have diverse industry experience and specialized knowledge in technology strategy, innovation, and implementation. They can provide valuable insights and guidance tailored to your company's specific needs.

Fractional CTOs can adapt to your company's changing technology needs and growth trajectory. As your organization evolves, you can adjust the level of engagement with the fractional CTO accordingly.

Fractional CTOs can assist in developing technology roadmaps aligned with your business goals and objectives. They can help identify opportunities for innovation, optimize technology infrastructure, and align technology initiatives with overall strategy.

Fractional CTOs can adapt to your company's changing technology needs and growth trajectory. As your organization evolves, you can adjust the level of engagement with the fractional CTO accordingly.

As an external resource, a fractional CTO can bring fresh perspectives and objective insights to your company's technology-related decisions. They can challenge the status quo, encourage innovation, and identify potential risks and opportunities.

Services and Specialties

Full-stack web application development using modern frameworks and technologies.

Examples: E-commerce platforms, SaaS applications, corporate websites, web portals, progressive web apps

Native and cross-platform mobile app development for iOS and Android.

Examples: Consumer apps, enterprise mobile solutions, fitness trackers, delivery apps, mobile games

Building scalable, multi-tenant SaaS platforms with robust authentication, billing, and monitoring.

Examples: Subscription management systems, multi-tenant architectures, API gateways, microservices platforms

Custom browser extensions for Chrome, Firefox, and other browsers to enhance user experience.

Examples: Productivity tools, ad blockers, password managers, shopping assistants, web scrapers

Automated web testing, data extraction, and workflow automation using tools like Selenium and Puppeteer.

Examples: Web scraping tools, automated testing suites, form fillers, data migration tools

Custom HubSpot integrations, workflows, and CMS development for marketing and sales teams.

Examples: Custom modules, API integrations, workflow automation, reporting dashboards, CMS themes

Rapid development of minimum viable products to validate business ideas and secure funding.

Examples: Proof of concepts, clickable prototypes, startup MVPs, product validation tools

Data analytics, visualization, and reporting solutions to drive data-informed decision making.

Examples: Analytics dashboards, KPI tracking systems, data warehouses, predictive analytics tools

Custom AI integrations and plugins leveraging OpenAI's GPT models for enhanced functionality.

Examples: Chatbots, content generators, code assistants, customer support AI, document analyzers

Experience in building, managing, and scaling distributed development teams across time zones.

Examples: Team structuring, communication protocols, project management systems, quality assurance processes

Contributing to and maintaining open source projects, building developer communities.

Examples: Library development, framework contributions, developer tools, community management

Building revenue-generating features and systems that pay for themselves through efficiency gains.

Examples: Automation tools, cost optimization systems, revenue enhancement features, efficiency platforms

Implementing and optimizing sales operations tools, marketing technology, and CRM systems.

Examples: Salesforce customization, marketing automation, lead scoring systems, sales analytics

Building retrieval-augmented generation systems and AI-powered knowledge management platforms.

Examples: Document Q&A systems, knowledge bases, semantic search engines, AI assistants

Educational technology platforms and learning management systems for schools and training programs.

Examples: Online course platforms, student portals, assessment tools, virtual classrooms, certification systems

Infrastructure automation, CI/CD pipelines, and internal tooling for development teams.

Examples: Deployment pipelines, monitoring systems, infrastructure as code, internal developer platforms

Building engineering teams, technical interviewing, and mentoring developers for growth.

Examples: Technical assessments, training programs, career development plans, team building strategies

Flexible payment systems with usage-based billing, subscriptions, and custom pricing models.

Examples: Tiered pricing systems, usage metering, payment gateways, billing automation, invoice generation

Interactive dashboards and reporting tools for customers to track metrics and performance.

Examples: Real-time analytics dashboards, custom report builders, data visualization tools, export features

Digital transformation for traditional service companies through custom software solutions.

Examples: Client portals, booking systems, service management platforms, workflow automation

Real estate technology solutions including property valuation algorithms and market analysis tools.

Examples: Property valuation tools, market analysis platforms, listing management systems, investment calculators

Custom website design and WordPress development for businesses and organizations.

Examples: Corporate websites, e-commerce stores, membership sites, custom plugins, theme development

Clients, Partners, and Projects

Acquired 2019
aca-logo  Austin Coding Academy

Change Your Life With a New Career. Software Development Courses Offered In-Person and Online.

Acquired 2021
zollege-logo  Zollege

Producing Freedom Through Education. Operating Dental and Medical Assistant Schools Across the US.

Launched 2022
cmasnap-logo  CMAsnap

CMAsnap lets REALTORS produce a branded, accurate CMA from anywhere, on any device in a fraction of the time it takes using the MLS.

Partnered 2023
paycove-logo  Paycove

Paycove is an automated quoting, invoicing, and payments solution that integrates seamlessly with CRM and accounting software.

Pre-Launch
dineup-logo  DineUp

The mission of DineUp is to revolutionize the onboard dining experience for air travelers.

Partnered 2024
lpfirstcapital-logo  LP First Capital

LP First Capital is a private investment firm focused on commercial, consumer, education, and healthcare services.

Bio

Kevin Colten

A CTO with expertise in tech-enabled service companies, business intelligence, and software development. Skilled in leading teams and implementing technology strategies that drive business growth, improve operations, and enhance customer experience. Experience in designing and building software systems and managing data analytics projects to extract insights and support decision-making. Strong background in identifying and analyzing industry trends and emerging technologies to identify opportunities and stay ahead of the competition. Proven ability to work closely with cross-functional teams, including product management, engineering, and sales, to drive innovation and achieve business objectives.

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