Website development that delivers results
What we do
Custom website development
We build websites optimized for performance, conversions, and SEO from the start. We work with CMS platforms or modern frameworks depending on your requirements.
Post-project support
The same team that builds your site handles ongoing support - updates, security patches, performance monitoring, and enhancements. Typical 24-hour turnaround on support requests.
Project takeover
We take over stalled projects or sites built by other developers. Our team immerses quickly into existing code, identifies problems, and gets things moving.
Performance optimization
Speed and database optimization, caching implementation, and code cleanup for existing sites that need faster load times.
Technical SEO
Schema markup, structured data, and technical fixes to improve search rankings.
System integrations
Connect websites to CRM systems, marketing automation, payment processors, APIs, and third-party services.
Legacy website support
Maintenance and support for sites built on older PHP frameworks including CodeIgniter, Phalcon, and legacy Laravel versions. Security updates, bug fixes, and gradual migration paths to modern technology.
How AI makes development faster and better
More accurate estimates
AI analyzes project requirements against historical data to provide realistic timelines, not guesswork.
Faster standard development
Common patterns like forms, user authentication, content structures, and API integrations move faster through AI-assisted code generation.
Earlier problem detection
Automated testing catches bugs, performance issues, and security vulnerabilities during development, not after launch.
Better code consistency
AI tools help maintain coding standards across the entire project, making future maintenance easier.
This means faster delivery, fewer surprises, and more predictable project timelines.
CMS vs Framework: which to use
Content Management Systems (WordPress, Umbraco)
Use when you need:
- Non-technical staff to manage content easily
- Quick launch with proven, out-of-the-box functionality
- Large ecosystem of plugins and extensions
- Lower development cost for standard features
WordPress works well for content-heavy sites and basic ecommerce (via WooCommerce). Umbraco fits businesses running ASP.NET infrastructure.
Modern frameworks (Laravel, ASP.NET Core, Node.js, Python)
Use when you need:
- Highly custom functionality that doesn’t fit CMS constraints
- Complex business logic or unique workflows
- Complete control over architecture and performance
- Integration with specific systems or APIs
Frameworks require more development time but provide greater flexibility for unique requirements.
We help you choose based on your actual needs, not what we prefer to build.
Technologies we work with
WordPress
Most popular CMS. Good for content sites, blogs, and ecommerce (WooCommerce). Large plugin ecosystem. Easy for non-technical users.
Umbraco
ASP.NET-based CMS. Good fit for businesses already running .NET infrastructure. Flexible and developer friendly.
Laravel
PHP framework. Clean architecture, good documentation, and strong ecosystem. Works well for custom web applications and complex websites.
ASP.NET Core
Microsoft's modern web framework built on .NET. Cross-platform, high-performance. Good for enterprise environments with existing Microsoft infrastructure.
Node.js
JavaScript runtime for building fast, scalable applications. Event-driven architecture handles concurrent connections efficiently. Ideal for real-time features and API-driven websites.
Python
Versatile language for web applications, data processing, and AI integration. Frameworks like Django and Flask provide solid foundations for custom websites with complex requirements.
Legacy PHP frameworks
We maintain and support websites built on CodeIgniter, Phalcon, and older Laravel versions. We provide security updates, bug fixes, and gradual migration paths to modern stacks.
Our development approach
Performance-first
Sites are optimized for speed from the start - efficient code, proper caching, optimized assets, and clean database queries.
SEO-ready
Technical SEO best practices built in - proper heading structure, schema markup, meta tags, mobile responsiveness.
Conversion-focused
We build with user experience and conversion goals in mind, not just visual design.
Maintainable code
Clean code that other developers can understand and work with. This matters when you need changes later.
Testing before launch
Functionality testing, cross-browser testing, mobile testing, and performance testing happen before your site goes live.
AI capabilities for website
Beyond using AI to build faster, we can add AI features to your website:
Chatbots for customer service Handle common questions automatically, escalate complex issues to your team.
Content personalization Display different content to different visitors based on behavior and preferences.
Smart search Better understanding of user intent, handling of misspellings and synonyms.
Automated content generation Generate landing pages, blogs, or other content at scale.
Conversion optimization Test variations automatically to improve conversion rates.
Predictive analytics Forecast visitor behavior, identify at-risk customers, predict trends.
If you have a specific problem you think AI might solve, we can evaluate feasibility and implementation approach.
Our development team
Our developers are in-house, full-time employees with computer science or IT degrees and minimum 4-5 years experience. They receive structured training on performance optimization, SEO, user experience, AI development, and AI-powered development tools.
Post-project support is handled by the same developers who built your site. They know the codebase, understand the decisions made during development, and can respond quickly to issues.
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Client feedback and experience
Clients appreciate how our structured process makes projects move smoothly from idea to delivery.
"We looked to 1902 to assist us to update our existing Umbraco sites and to provide over flow capacity when we needed it. I was extremely pleased with how quickly the team were able to familiarize themselves with our environment and become productive. In addition to achieving our development tasks the 1902 team have constantly added additional value by providing valuable insights and suggestions for improvements.
They have also been able to take high level concepts and develop them in their entirety with very little oversight which has been terrific. We have also been very impressed with the level of testing completed and the resulting quality of work delivered.
We see 1902 as an ongoing partner that enhances our capability to deliver."
"Reliable company. Timely. Trustworthy. I am been working with 1902 Software house a few years and always got project on time."
"These guys are doing a great job. They took over our custom software and instantly improved it, and they are responding to my request very fast."
"We started using 1902 Software in 2017 and the team is exceptionally professional and have also been very suggestive in nsolvig issues and generakly very knowledgable crew."
"We upgraded our website from Umbraco 4 to Umbraco 7. The project went very professionally and according to the schedule. In addition, we received many good advice and hints in the process, which clearly improved the user experience on our site." (Translated from Danish)
Commonly asked questions
Should I use a CMS like WordPress or a framework like Laravel?
Use a CMS (WordPress, Umbraco) when you need non-technical staff to manage content easily, quick launch with proven functionality, large plugin ecosystems, or lower development cost for standard features. Use frameworks when you need highly custom functionality that doesn’t fit CMS constraints, complex business logic, complete control over architecture, or integration with specific systems. We help you choose based on your actual needs.
How does AI make website development faster?
AI analyzes project requirements against historical data for more accurate estimates, accelerates standard development through assisted code generation for common patterns, catches bugs and performance issues earlier through automated testing, and helps maintain coding standards for better code consistency. This means faster delivery, fewer surprises, and more predictable timelines.
Can you take over a website project from another developer?
Yes. We take over stalled projects or sites built by other developers. Our team immerses quickly into existing code, identifies problems, and gets things moving. We also provide support for sites built on older PHP frameworks including CodeIgniter, Phalcon, and legacy Laravel versions.
What's the difference between website development and ecommerce development?
Website development focuses on informational sites, content management, and general web applications. Ecommerce development specifically handles online stores with product catalogs, shopping carts, payment processing, and order management. If you need an online store, our ecommerce development services provide specialized expertise in platforms like Magento, WooCommerce, and Shopify.
Do you provide support after the website launches?
Yes. The same team that built your site handles ongoing support—updates, security patches, performance monitoring, and enhancements. Typical turnaround is 24 hours on small support requests. This continuity means faster responses because the team already knows your codebase.
What AI features can be added to websites?
We can integrate chatbots for customer service, content personalization based on visitor behavior, smart search with intent understanding, automated content generation, conversion optimization through automated testing, and predictive analytics to forecast visitor behavior and identify trends.
Book a consultation to explore how AI and 1902 Software can transform your next ecommerce project — faster, smarter, and more cost-efficiently.