What is Back-end Development
The back-end is the inner part of a computer system, responsible for storing and manipulating data. It’s the server side of the application, that is not accessed by the user.
A robust back-end work ensures smooth application performance and high load resistance. It’s also a vital synonym for cybersecurity and a necessary premise for future app integrations. Back-end developers in Devox work with a principle of developing a fully scalable server-side.
Back-End Development Services
See what back-end web development services our team can help you with.
Mobile App Back-End Development
We develop a back-end for native (Java/Kotlin, Swift) and cross-platform (Flutter, React Native, Kotlin Multiplatform) applications that will run on different OS and devices like iOS and Android.
Cloud Back-End Solutions
Switch to cloud infrastructure to scale up and down easily, handle heavy loads, and eliminate latency issues. Let us assist you in migration to public, private, or hybrid clouds. We support AWS, Google Cloud, Azure and other cloud vendors.
Web Applications
Whether it’s a large-scale system, web portal, or IoT infrastructure, our team will deliver high-load performance systems with enhanced stability. We will leverage server-side logic and infrastructure to ensure smooth and high platform performance.
API Development and Integration
Developing versatile solutions for mobile, web, and other back-end to improve your existing solution and leverage seamless integration with third-party services. Using REST API, GraphQL, WebSocket, Hooks, and EventStreams.
Back-end Refactoring
Failing to get optimum app performance? Devox Software can rehaul the entire solution infrastructure, leaving the front end intact. Rebuild existing systems to reduce development, infrastructural and supporting costs, enhancing the code base quality on the way.
Custom server development
If you need a close local infrastructure for an internal network, we can develop a custom server exclusively for your company’s needs.
Back-end testing
Conducting security and stress testing to trial-run your app’s back-end and evaluate its performance under pressure, resistance to high load or attacks, and overall capacity.
Back-end consulting
Let us provide sound guidance into any aspect of back-end development that is relevant for you, help you pick a proper solution, or assist in finding the way to design, develop, optimize, and maintain the back-end components of your software applications.
Technologies
Python
Java
Node.js
.NET
Go
Solidity
Rust
Benefits of our Back End Development Services
Lower the infrastructure cost
As pinpoints work faster, requiring fewer resources for operational capacity, the given amount of users can be processed with a cheaper infrastructure with help of Orchestration, Containarization and Load-balancing techniques.
Reach higher application reliability
Reduce downtime and opt for impeccable application work in the future: the Devox developers architect the back-end with future best practices in mind, only using the most relevant tech stack.
Enhance cybersecurity
Let our engineers outfit your platform or application with the strongest and most relevant cybersecurity tools. We're working on encryption procedures, building firewalls (Network/WAFs), improving authentication (MFA/RBAC), setting up IDPS, and upgrading software components.
Strengthen fault tolerance
Reduce database failure along with other technical errors: let us help you switch to microservices architecture or tackle the existing problems with the monolith one.
Our Back-end Best Practises
Development approaches
Architectural patterns
Infrastructure Design and Selection
CI/CD (Continuous Integration, Continuous Deployment)
Stick with Devox
Quality for money
Reach a sacred balance of cost and quality with Devox as your next software development partner. You don’t have to pick between a massive check and low skill - we provide reasonable pricing for a comprehensive technical solution your business will end up benefiting from every day.
Tailoring the proposition
However complex your project, whatever your budget, and whichever requirements you put first, the Devox team will craft the right fit for you. Let us provide a solution that won’t be overcost or overcoded but will be scalable for future growth.
There for you
Our team stays in touch long after deployment: we are there for you to fix bugs, provide updates, scale the system, or simply answer your questions. Once we’ve developed a product for you, we keep up the contact.
Detailed initial consulting
If your team is out of sync concerning the technical nuances of product development, we can help you align and put them on the same page concerning tech deliverables. Let us solve the business tasks by talking technical.
Our Process
Develop High-level Architecture
Creating a blueprint or plan for how the back-end of your application will be structured and how its components will interact. We're considering your requirements, identifying the major components or modules that will make up the app's back-end, and pick technologies. Then, we define component relationships and describe data flow.
Design Database Schema
Providing a structured and organized way to store, retrieve, and manage data for the application. This is when we pick the appropriate database system (SQL, NoSQL) and design its schema, defining tables, fields, relationships, and constraints. After that, we set up the selected database system and conduct data seeding, populating it with initial data if required for testing and development.
Design Cloud Infrastructure
Our engineers create the necessary server and network resources to host the back-end components in a scalable and cost-effective manner. Firstly, they choose a cloud service provider (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud). Secondly, they create virtual machines, containers, or serverless functions to host the back-end code. Finally, the team sets up network settings, security groups, and firewall rules to control traffic to and from your back-end services.
Setup CI/CD pipeline
Implementing a Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipeline automates the build, test, and deployment processes, ensuring code quality and reliability. We start by picking a version control system to manage your codebase. Then, we set up a CI server (e.g., Jenkins, Travis CI, GitHub Actions) to automate building, testing, and code quality checks, and create automated deployment pipelines that promote validated code changes to staging and production environments. We also include rollback mechanisms in case of deployment failures.
Implement logic
Developing your back-end's core business logic and functionality. We develop APIs and create their documentation, routes, controllers, and services to handle business logic. Then, we implement user authentication, authorization, and security features. Finally, if required, we integrate the logic with external services (e.g., payment gateways, third-party APIs).
Third-party services integration
We're connecting additional features that help your application leverage the functionality and features provided by external service providers. Most frequently, it involves working with SendGrid, Auth0, Firebase, Azure Services (Azure bus, security layer, etc).
Connect front-end
We roll out the back-end, fully integrating it with UI components and the client-side code. We stay in touch after the project's completion to provide maintenance and upscale the system on your demand.
Awards
Our work has been marked by a number of trusted platforms thanks to the transformation we bring to the table.
- 100+ skilled developers
- Tech Leads support and full-scale PMO
- 50+ successfully delivered projects
- GDPR principles consideration
- ISO-27001 and ISO-9001 integration
- Pre-built code components
Our Case Studies
Function4
Event Management Platform, USA
Function4 is a USA-based professional event ecosystem that offers a simple, user-friendly discovery venue for the financial services sector. The enterprise event management software features a single, real-time dashboard with zero setup for event attendees, hosts, and sponsors. Function4 also provides discovery, data, and tools to help the right people discover the right events.
ActivePlace
Wellness social network and media platform with a marketplace feature, Australia
ActivePlace is a social platform dedicated to health, fitness, and an active lifestyle. It is a three-sided network that connects people with like-minded individuals, mentors, and businesses – all related to physical activity and healthy living. The company approached the development team to create a wellness app that would cater to different categories of users and provide personalized functionality to each member group. The main goal was to build a unique project from scratch that combined social media and marketplace features.
ILVE
Multifunctional showroom assistant for world known kitchen appliances manufacturer, Australia.
ILVE is a global manufacturer of gas and electric household cooking appliances with a reach across 40 countries worldwide. Since 1975, the company has been known as a niche brand specializing in developing an extensive range of built-in ovens and cookers for both commercial and domestic use. ILVE was looking to create a showroom assistant to increase the level of sales and make it smooth for the end client. Besides the end client-facing part, a variety of managerial dashboards were created to allow sales consultants and business managers to execute their functions and have everything controlled in one place.
Testimonials Client
The solutions they’re providing is helping our business run more smoothly. We’ve been able to make quick developments with them, meeting our product vision within the timeline we set up.
Listen to them because they can give strong advice about how to build good products.
We are a software startup and using Devox allowed us to get an MVP to market faster and less cost than trying to build and fund an R&D team initially. Communication was excellent with Devox. This is a top notch firm.
Their level of understanding, detail, and work ethic was great. We had 2 designers, 2 developers, PM and QA specialist. I am extremely satisfied with the end deliverables. Devox Software was always on time during the process.
We get great satisfaction working with them. They help us produce a product we’re happy with as co-founders. The feedback we got from customers was really great, too. Customers get what we do and we feel like we’re really reaching our target market.
I’m blown up with the level of professionalism that’s been shown, as well as the welcoming nature and the social aspects.
Devox Software is really on the ball technically.
Great job! We met the deadlines and brought happiness to our customers. Communication was perfect. Quick response. No problems with anything during the project. Their experienced team and perfect communication offer the best mix of quality and rates.
The project continues to be a success. As an early-stage company, we're continuously iterating to find product success. Devox has been quick and effective at iterating alongside us. I'm happy with the team, their responsiveness, and their output.
We hired the Devox team for a complicated (unusual interaction) UX/UI assignment. The team managed the project well both for initial time estimates and also weekly follow-ups throughout delivery. Overall, efficient work with a nice professional team.
Their intuition about the product and their willingness to try new approaches and show them to our team as alternatives to our set course were impressive. The Devox team makes it incredibly easy to work with, and their ability to manage our team and set expectations was outstanding.
Devox is a team of exepctional talent and responsible executives. All of the talent we outstaffed from the company were experts in their fields and delivered quality work. They also take full ownership to what they deliver to you. If you work with Devox you will get actual results and you can rest assured that the result will procude value.
The work that the team has done on our project has been nothing short of incredible – it has surpassed all expectations I had and really is something I could only have dreamt of finding. Team is hard working, dedicated, personable and passionate.
I have worked with people literally all over the world both in business and as freelancer, and people from Devox Software are 1 in a million.
FAQ
What’s the difference between front-end and back-end?
Back-end is the inner side of the website and application: this term encompasses servers, database, application logic and APIs, is the behind-the-scenes part of an application that manages data, logic, and interactions that occur on the server, which is also why it’s called server-side.
Front-end is the user interface: it’s the UI/UX design and the view the user directly interacts with. It’s also called client-side and includes user interface (UI), user experience (UX), and front-end technologies (JavaScript, HTML, CSS).
How does back-end development integrate with front-end features?
Back-end development provides the necessary data and functionality to the front-end. It involves creating APIs, managing database interactions, and implementing server-side logic that allows the front-end to display dynamic content, process user inputs, and offer interactive features.
How long does back-end development take?
Back-end development services differ for each case, which accordingly impacts the timeline. Depending on a project complexity, scope of work and team size, it may take less or more time. To get a precise estimation, get in touch with Devox’s managers.
How fast can I hire a back-end developer from Devox?
The timeline for hiring a back-end developer always depends on the candidates’ amount and capacity on the market as well as the search location. However, Devox will present the first candidates for your consideration within a week after getting a request.
What is the best language for back-end development?
Each project requires a unique combination of back-end technologies. Therefore, there are no universal back-end languages. Among the most popular options for server-side development are Python, Java, Node.js, .NET, Go, Solidity and Rust. No matter the language, we match your project with the most suitable tech stacks that enable higher development speed, scalability options, and application responsiveness.
Why is the back-end needed?
Server-side is necessary for storing and organizing data, app hosting, and enhanced security. It also communicates with the front-end, making sure the data is displayed as intended.
What are the 3 parts of back-end development?
The back-end refers to any functionality needed to handle the request and deliver the response to the user. This functionality usually comprises:
- The server. It provides data on request.
- The app. It is the application running on the server that channels the data.
- The database. This part stores and handles data.
Can back-end development improve website performance?
Yes, back-end development plays a crucial role in enhancing website performance. By optimizing server-side operations, databases, and application logic, back-end development ensures faster loading times, efficient data processing, and overall improved user experience.
Is back-end development secure?
Back-end development prioritizes security to protect data and prevent unauthorized access. Implementing robust authentication protocols, data encryption, secure APIs, and regular security audits are some ways back-end development ensures high levels of security.
What are the ongoing maintenance requirements for back-end systems?
Ongoing maintenance for back-end systems includes regular updates to software and libraries, security patches, server monitoring, performance optimization, and scaling solutions as user base and data grow. This ensures the system remains efficient, secure, and capable of handling increased loads.
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