What is Dojo4?
Dojo4 is an earthbound tech shop with a mission: to build technology that regenerates communities, economies, families, and the environment. They’re passionate about creating solutions for clients who protect nature and drive positive social transformation. At the core of their work are values like community, transparency, humor, curiosity, and diligence. In a world full of complexity, some problems just need custom technology. That’s where Dojo4 steps in.
Main Benefits of Working with Dojo4
With over 100 collective years of coding experience, the Dojo4 team knows their stuff. They don’t just jump into coding; they start by asking the right questions and deeply understanding the problem and all stakeholder priorities. This approach ensures the solutions they build are efficient, durable, sustainable, and tailored to save time, money, and reduce environmental impact. Here are some key highlights:
- 100+ years of combined software development experience
- Focus on custom-built technology and creative code adaptation
- Commitment to sustainability and reducing tech’s environmental footprint
- Transparent project management with open communication
- Flat hourly rates ranging from $195 to $275 USD depending on project specifics
- Average project budgets between $100k and $1.5m USD
- Pro bono contributions to social and environmental impact projects
Services Offered by Dojo4
Dojo4 covers a broad spectrum of tech services, from app and website development to deep technical audits. Their expertise spans responsive design, data visualization, UX/UI, and branding. On the software side, they work with Ruby, Rails, vanilla JavaScript, and popular frameworks like Vue and React. Mobile development includes Flutter and React Native, plus standard frontend tech like HTML and CSS. They also handle data pipelines and DevOps with AWS, Heroku, and more. Basically, if it’s tech, they can tackle it.
Specializations That Set Dojo4 Apart
While Dojo4 can handle almost anything, they shine brightest in a few key areas. They build custom software from the ground up, design data-heavy experiences that process large volumes of data quickly and smartly, and architect complex technical ecosystems with service backbones. Their expertise extends to secure cloud infrastructure, UI/UX design for complex user flows, fintech-level apps with PCI compliance, and DevOps systems infrastructure. These specialties make them a go-to for challenging tech projects.
Client Relationships and Work Culture
Clients aren’t just clients at Dojo4—they’re like extended family. The team values transparency, trust, and open communication. Each client gets a dedicated Project Lead who’s a member-owner of Dojo4, invested in the project’s success. Weekly invoices, straightforward project management software, and an open-door policy (literally—drop by their Boulder office for a chat and a cuppa) create a collaborative atmosphere. This approach builds long-term partnerships based on mutual respect and shared goals.
Project Impact and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
- SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
- SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
- SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities
- SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
- SDG 13: Climate Action
- SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals
Getting Started and What to Expect
Starting with Dojo4 is refreshingly straightforward—no intake forms or complicated screening. If the goal is positive impact, a simple conversation kicks things off. After clarifying objectives and deliverables, Dojo4 provides a timeline and estimate, leading to an Engagement Agreement and then a Master Services Agreement. Once contracts are signed and funds exchanged, the project officially kicks off—complete with a champagne bottle smashed against the Project Lead’s laptop. From there, it’s all about collaboration, transparency, and building tech that makes a difference.
