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Hey, I'm Seb Smith

I'm a fullstack developer who builds mobile and web applications for startups and SMBs. I turn ideas into launched products using modern tech.

With 5 years of professional experience, I specialise in end-to-end solutions, building both the front end and back end for mobile apps. I work directly with founders and SMBs to deliver apps faster and more cost-effectively than traditional agencies.

Who I Work With

Established SMBs needing their first digital product

Funded startups with validated concepts

Non-technical founders with solid business ideas

Companies frustrated with agency costs and speed

Experience

Full Stack Engineer

2023 — Present

The Distance

Developing full stack mobile applications with a focus on end-to-end solutions. Building scalable back-end services and intuitive front-end experiences.

React React Native Node.js NestJS Supabase Azure

Front End Engineer

2020 — 2023

Silverchip

Specialised in building cross-platform mobile and web applications. Focusing on building high quality user interfaces.

React React Native

Projects

Cast Companion

Live fly fishing app with a growing user base. Built with React Native for iOS and Android, featuring catch tracking, trip logging, and social functionality tailored for anglers.

React Native Supabase In-App Payments

Complete booking and appointment platform for independent service businesses. Full-featured web application with user management, scheduling, and admin dashboard.

Next.js React Web SaaS Supabase

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Frequently Asked Questions

The cost depends on the complexity and features. A simple MVP typically starts around £8,000-£15,000, while a full-featured mobile app with backend can range from £20,000-£50,000. Working directly with me means no agency overhead or layers of management costs. Learn more about mobile app development →

MVPs can be built in as little as 2-3 weeks depending on the size, while more fully-featured builds can take 8+ weeks. Direct communication with me, the developer, means much quicker delivery.

Yes! I specialize in React Native development, which allows me to build both iOS and Android apps from a single codebase. This means you get native apps for both platforms simultaneously, saving time and money compared to building separate native apps. Learn more about mobile apps →

Full-stack development including frontend, backend APIs, database design, user authentication, admin dashboard, third-party integrations, deployment, and app store submission. You get a complete, production-ready application. View all services →

If you're a startup or launching a new product, I highly recommend starting with an MVP. This lets you validate your idea with real users in weeks instead of months, and at a fraction of the cost. Once you've proven market fit, we can expand into a full app build. Learn about MVP development →

Yes! I offer monthly retainer packages for ongoing maintenance, bug fixes, feature additions, and security updates. This keeps your app running smoothly and helps you respond quickly to user feedback and market changes.

I tend to use React Native for cross-platform native applications and Next.js for web applications paired with a Supabase backend. I am not limited to these though, I will assess each project to see what technology stack fits the requirements.

I'm based in Clitheroe, UK, but with the powers of working remote I work with clients globally. I work with established SMBs launching their first digital product, funded startups with validated concepts, non-technical founders with solid business ideas, and companies frustrated with agency costs and speed.

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