Development

Software development and configuration for high-impact government projects.

Boost development team

We build and configure digital services for New Zealand government organisations. Our team of experienced full-stack Developers delivers high-performing, secure solutions that make lasting impacts for our clients.

As experts in data delivery, we specialise in delivering solutions that use our open-source aggregation tool Supplejack to tackle complex technical and business challenges.

Find out how libraries and archives use Supplejack

Our skills

We offer the full range of web and mobile development services.

Front-end development

We use React and Vue.js to create responsive, user-friendly interfaces.

Back-end development

Our experience in Ruby on Rails empowers us to build secure, scalable back-end systems that power your applications.

Infrastructure development

We work with AWS and Kubernetes to provide infrastructure solutions that are reliable and scalable.

Artificial Intelligence

Our team develops AI-driven solutions and smart applications that help you work more efficiently.

Mobile app development

We build fully-featured mobile experiences that integrate with your web applications.

Accessibility

We create inclusive software, delivering apps that meet WCAG standards.

Security

Protecting your application is a priority. We follow security best practices to keep your data safe.

Ruby on Rails: our core development framework

Ruby on Rails is our primary development framework, and for good reason. It's the same technology behind GitHub, Shopify, Basecamp, and Airbnb — companies that need their software to be reliable, scalable, and maintainable.

Rails lets us build high-quality web applications faster than most other frameworks. Its convention-over-configuration approach means less time on boilerplate and more time solving your actual business problems. Combined with Ruby's elegant syntax, it makes for code that's easy to read, test, and maintain long after the initial build.

Why we use Ruby on Rails

Quick development

Rails' convention-over-configuration approach and rich ecosystem of gems means we can build and ship features faster, reducing your time to market.

Proven at scale

From Shopify processing millions of transactions to GitHub hosting the world's code, Rails has proven it can handle enterprise-grade workloads.

Strong testing culture

The Rails community has a deep commitment to automated testing. This means fewer bugs, more confidence in deployments, and lower maintenance costs.

Security built in

Rails includes protection against common web vulnerabilities like SQL injection, XSS, and CSRF out of the box — keeping your application and data safe.

Active community

With thousands of contributors and a mature ecosystem of open-source libraries, Rails gives us battle-tested solutions for common problems.

Wellington Ruby on Rails development companies

Wellington has a thriving Ruby on Rails community, and Boost is proud to be part of it. If you're looking for Rails expertise in the capital, here are some other companies doing great work:

  • Ackama — Digital services and Ruby on Rails development
  • 3Months — Product development and digital innovation
  • Powershop — Energy retail platform built on Rails
  • Sharesies — Investment platform for everyday investors
  • Koordinates — Geospatial data management platform
  • Figure.NZ — Making New Zealand's data accessible

Why choose Boost

1

The Agile experts

We are leaders in Agile software development in New Zealand. Our team applies Agile methodologies to deliver high-quality software that meets your evolving needs.

2

Years of experience

With over 15 years of experience delivering software for government and the public sector, we have a proven track record of successful projects.

3

Quality by design

Quality is built into every stage of our process. We use test-driven development, continuous integration, and code review to ensure excellence.

4

Active in the community

We contribute to the open source community, share knowledge through our blog and events, and support the New Zealand tech ecosystem.

5

Positive impact, positive energy

We believe in using technology to make a positive impact. Our team is passionate about delivering solutions that benefit people and communities.

6

Fit for purpose

Every solution we build or configure is tailored to your specific needs, goals, and constraints.

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