At The Gnar, we don’t just write code – we’re a team who’s obsessed with helping clients build solutions that get to market faster and sustain long-term success.
We believe in craftsmanship, not cookie-cutter solutions. That’s why every project we take on is built to scale, rigorously tested, and backed by our 12-month bug-free warranty—because software should work right the first time.
Production-ready code in Week 1
Designed for long-term success
No B-teams. No handoffs. Just expertise.
We cut our teeth building where high-stakes software development meets relentless innovation – enterprise health-tech.
Our co-founders, Nick and Mike, saw how a team of really great product professionals with just the right amount of process could deliver high quality work fast.. So, in 2015, they launched The Gnar to bring that idea to all our clients.
They started by building products nights and weekends, proving that high-velocity development and enterprise-level quality could coexist.
From day one, The Gnar was built on a simple but powerful idea:
Since those early days, we’ve assembled a tight-knit crew of senior product development professionals, each laser-focused on a single project at a time, ensuring faster builds, fewer mistakes, and scalable solutions that stand the test of time.
What We Do Best
We help companies design, build, scale, and optimize their software with proven expertise.
Bring your problem.
We’ll bring the right mix of strategy, skill, and execution to bring your idea to life.
Production-ready code in the first week means you don’t waste months waiting for results.
Clean, maintainable code means you’re set up for success, not stuck fixing issues down the road.
Our expertise means we anticipate problems before they happen and help you make the best long-term decisions.
Customized solutions that align with your business goals and user needs.
"We weren't just a project to them. Even now, they catch up and ask how the app is running, and not from a sales standpoint. They really care about our end-users. Project management was key to them, as we wanted to meet some conference and launch-plan deadlines."
If you’re obsessed with building high-quality, no-nonsense software, The Gnar might be the place for you. We’re a team of senior engineers, designers, and problem solvers who believe in clean code, real collaboration, and getting things done right.
Want to work with us?
Your idea is just the beginning. Let Gnar Ideate add the electricity – an expert-driven roadmap, prototype, and clear vision – and bring it to life.
Gnar Ideate is ideal for startups with big ideas, product managers seeking clarity, or enterprises looking to validate new concepts before development. It's particularly valuable if you need to validate concepts with stakeholders or investors.
Our process typically takes 6-8 weeks, giving you a fully developed prototype and actionable plan. While many firms promise faster turnarounds, we've found this timeframe allows for proper discovery, iteration, and refinement – ensuring you get a prototype that truly serves your needs.
Your prototype will include high-fidelity designs, user flows, and interactive elements that simulate the final product. It's not just a static mockup – it's a working demonstration of your product's core functionality that you can use for testing, presentations, and stakeholder reviews.
Absolutely. Your prototype serves as a powerful visual aid for presentations and fundraising efforts. Our clients regularly use their prototypes to secure funding, with the added benefit of having a clear development roadmap to show how they'll use that investment.
Many clients naturally progress to our Gnar Ignite service for full product development, as we'll already understand your vision and requirements in detail. The transition is seamless because we've already mapped out the technical requirements and development approach during Ideate. However, you're also free to take your prototype and roadmap to your internal team or another development partner.
While the focus is on user experience and interface design, we include technical feasibility assessments throughout the process. The development roadmap you receive will include technology recommendations, potential technical challenges, and a realistic timeline for building your product.
Unlike traditional design agencies, we approach prototyping with a product development mindset. Our team includes both designers and engineers, so your prototype will be built with technical feasibility in mind. We're not just creating pretty screens – we're laying the foundation for a successful product launch.
