Question 1

How does the process work?

Accepted Answer

Every project starts with a free discovery call. We discuss what you're building, challenge assumptions, and figure out the right scope for v1. Within 48 hours you get a fixed quote. Once signed, we build in weekly sprints — you see working features every week, not a final reveal after months of silence.

Question 2

Who actually builds the product?

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The founder, Nik, directly. ZeroDraft Studio is not a body shop that assigns your project to a rotating cast of junior developers. You work with one person who understands your product end-to-end — the same person who has shipped 12+ products of their own.

Question 3

How are you different from a freelancer?

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A freelancer writes code against a spec. We build products. That means challenging your feature list, simplifying scope, advising on architecture, thinking about what happens after launch, and owning the outcome — not just closing tickets. The founder has run their own products and agency, so the perspective is product-level, not task-level.

Question 4

How are you different from an agency?

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Traditional agencies bill hourly, assign junior developers, take months, and require ongoing retainers. We quote fixed prices, the founder builds directly, ship MVPs in weeks, and include post-launch support. You also own 100% of the code — always.

Question 5

Do you sign an NDA?

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Yes. Every project starts with a signed NDA and contract before any work begins. Your ideas, data, and business logic are legally protected from day one.

Question 6

What time zone do you work in?

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ZeroDraft Studio works with global clients across all time zones. Communication happens asynchronously with weekly sync calls scheduled at a time that works for you. Most clients find this more efficient than daily standups.

Question 7

How long does it take to build an MVP?

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Most MVPs take 1–3 weeks from kickoff to a deployed, usable product. Full products with authentication, payments, and integrations typically take 4–8 weeks. Complex multi-platform systems take 8+ weeks. The timeline depends on scope, which we define together during the discovery call.

Question 8

Can you build a SaaS product from scratch?

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Yes — it's the most common engagement. SaaS builds include user authentication, subscription billing (Stripe), admin dashboards, API integrations, and deployment. The founder has shipped 12+ products including multiple SaaS applications and understands the business model, not just the code.

Question 9

What if I only have a rough idea?

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Many of our best projects started as a napkin sketch. We'll help shape it into a clear scope and roadmap during the discovery call. You'll get honest feedback on feasibility, timeline, and what should be in v1 versus later iterations.

Question 10

What tech stack do you use?

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Next.js, React, TypeScript, Node.js, PostgreSQL, and modern cloud infrastructure (Vercel or AWS). Every technology is chosen for reliability, developer ecosystem, and long-term maintainability — not because it's trendy. The full rationale is on our About page.

Question 11

Do I own the code?

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100%. Full source code, full intellectual property, full deployment access. Your product lives on your infrastructure under your control. If you want to bring on your own developers later, the codebase is typed, documented, and structured for handoff. Zero vendor lock-in.

Question 12

What happens after launch?

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Every build includes post-launch support (1 week for Sprint, 30 days for Build/Scale). After that, we offer ongoing development retainers — or you take the code and run. Fully documented, zero lock-in. Your choice entirely.

Question 13

What platforms can you migrate from?

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Bubble, Webflow, Adalo, Glide, Softr, and most no-code or low-code platforms. We also handle legacy system migrations from outdated frameworks. If you're not sure whether your platform qualifies, book a free discovery call — we'll give you a straight answer.

Question 14

Will my users experience downtime during migration?

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No. We run your old and new systems in parallel during the migration period. Users are switched over only after the new system is fully tested and verified. The cutover itself typically happens in minutes, not hours. Zero downtime, zero data loss.

Question 15

How long does a typical migration take?

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Simple apps (few data types, basic logic) take 2–4 weeks. Complex applications with many workflows, integrations, and large datasets typically take 4–8 weeks. We give you a firm timeline during the free audit phase.

Question 16

Is it worth migrating or should I rebuild from scratch?

Accepted Answer

It depends. If your no-code app has proven product-market fit, migration is usually faster and lower-risk than a full rebuild. If the original architecture is fundamentally flawed, a rebuild might be smarter. We'll tell you honestly which path makes more sense during the discovery call.

Question 17

Can you improve the product during migration?

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Absolutely — many clients use migration as an opportunity to fix UX issues, add features that were impossible on no-code, and improve performance. We'll discuss what improvements make sense during the scoping phase.

Question 18

What kind of AI features can you integrate?

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Anything that uses modern AI APIs: content generation, image analysis, document processing, natural language search, recommendations, transcription, translation, data extraction, and conversational interfaces. If it's a practical feature that solves a real business problem, we can build it.

Question 19

How much do AI features cost to run?

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We optimize for cost from the start — choosing the right model for the task (not always the most expensive one), caching where possible, batching requests, and building smart fallbacks. We give you projected running costs before building anything so there are no surprises.

Question 20

What happens when AI APIs change or update?

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We build an abstraction layer between your product and the AI provider. If OpenAI changes their API or a better model launches, we swap the provider without touching your product code. Future-proofing is part of the architecture.

Question 21

Do you build custom AI models?

Accepted Answer

For most use cases, fine-tuned prompts on existing foundation models (GPT-4, Claude, Gemini) deliver better results faster and cheaper than custom training. If your use case genuinely requires a custom model, we'll scope it — but we'll also tell you honestly if a simpler approach would work just as well.

Question 22

How much does it cost?

Accepted Answer

MVP sprints start from a few thousand dollars. Full SaaS product builds typically range from $8,000–$25,000+ depending on features, integrations, and complexity. Every project gets a fixed quote after a free discovery call — no hourly billing, no surprise invoices.

Question 23

Do you charge by the hour?

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Never. Every project gets a fixed quote. You know exactly what you're paying and exactly what you're getting before work starts. If scope changes mid-project, we discuss it openly and adjust together — but the original scope is locked at the original price.

Question 24

What payment terms do you offer?

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Typical structure is 50% upfront and 50% on delivery. For larger projects, we can split into milestone-based payments tied to specific deliverables. All terms are agreed in the contract before work begins.

Question 25

What if the project takes longer than estimated?

Accepted Answer

The fixed quote covers the agreed scope. If we underestimate the effort, we absorb the cost — that's on us, not you. If you add features mid-project, we scope and price those separately with your approval before building them.

Question 26

What's not included in the pricing?

Accepted Answer

Third-party service costs (hosting, domain, Stripe fees, AI API usage) are your responsibility. We estimate these during scoping so there are no surprises. Custom design assets (illustrations, photography) are also separate if needed.

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