Building Systems That Actually Work

We've spent fifteen years figuring out what makes databases run smoothly and servers stay reliable. Not because we're chasing trends—we just got tired of seeing businesses stuck with systems that slow them down.

PostgreSQL & MySQL

Most businesses don't need fancy database solutions. They need something that handles their data without crashing at 2am. We've configured thousands of production databases since 2010, and honestly? The boring, reliable setup usually wins.

Server Architecture

Linux servers running Nginx or Apache. Sometimes both, depending on what you're doing. We set these up so they scale when you grow and don't require a full-time admin to babysit. The best infrastructure is the kind you forget about.

API Development

Your systems need to talk to each other. We build REST and GraphQL APIs that actually make sense. Clear documentation included—because six months from now, someone's going to need to understand what's happening.

Data Migration Without the Drama

Moving from one database to another shouldn't feel like defusing a bomb. We've migrated everything from ancient Access databases to modern PostgreSQL setups. The secret? Planning, testing, and not pretending there won't be hiccups. There will be. But we've seen enough migrations to know how to handle them.

Performance Tuning

A slow database is usually doing something dumb. Query optimization, proper indexing, connection pooling—these aren't magic tricks. They're just good practice. We'll look at your setup, find the bottlenecks, and fix them. Sometimes it's a missing index. Sometimes it's a query someone wrote at 5pm on a Friday.

Backup Strategies That Work

Automated daily backups to multiple locations. We test restores quarterly because a backup you've never tested is just wishful thinking. One client learned this the hard way in 2023—now they're religious about it.

Cloud & On-Premise Solutions

We work with AWS, DigitalOcean, and dedicated servers. Cloud isn't always cheaper, and on-premise isn't always safer. It depends on what you're doing and how much traffic you're handling.

For a logistics company in Brisbane, we moved them from expensive AWS bills to a hybrid setup that cut costs by 40%. For a SaaS startup in Sydney, full cloud made sense because they needed to scale fast.

Cloud hosting configuration and management
On-premise server setup and maintenance
Hybrid infrastructure design
Cost analysis and optimization

Security Hardening

Firewalls, SSL certificates, regular updates, proper user permissions. Basic stuff that surprisingly few people get right. We'll lock down your servers so they're not sitting ducks for bots and script kiddies.

Monitoring & Alerts

You shouldn't find out your server's down because a customer emails you. We set up monitoring that watches CPU, memory, disk space, and response times. Alerts go to whoever needs to know—not everyone in the company at 3am.

One manufacturing client had their order system go down for six hours before anyone noticed. Now they get an alert within two minutes if anything looks off.

Database Replication

Master-slave, multi-master, whatever fits your needs. Replication keeps your data available even if one server decides to have a bad day. We've set this up for businesses handling everything from e-commerce to medical records.

Load Balancing

When one server isn't enough anymore, you need to spread the load. We'll configure Nginx or HAProxy to distribute traffic across multiple servers. It's not rocket science, but it needs to be done right.

Real Experience, Not Sales Pitch

Kiera Thornbury, Senior Database Engineer

I've been working with databases since 2011. Started with small business websites, moved into enterprise systems, and now I mostly fix things other people broke. Not being mean—sometimes you inherit a mess and just need to make it better.

What actually works? Understanding what the business needs, not just what sounds cool. I've seen companies spend thousands on complex setups they didn't need. I've also seen companies running critical operations on systems held together with hope and outdated PHP.

The best projects are when someone says "this used to take five minutes, now it's instant" or "we haven't had downtime in eight months." That's the stuff that matters.

"Last year we helped a retail company in Melbourne handle Black Friday traffic without a single crash. Their previous setup went down every year like clockwork. Sometimes boring and reliable beats cutting-edge and temperamental."

Let's Talk About Your Setup

Whether you're dealing with slow queries, planning a migration, or just want someone to review your infrastructure, we can help. No obligation, no sales pressure—just an honest conversation about what you need.

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