A leading software development agency in Los Angeles

From entertainment and consumer apps to regulated industries, LA companies work with thoughtbot to quickly deliver quality software.

We bring experienced designers and developers to AI integration, product development, software modernization, and engineering team augmentation.

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thoughtbot is a trusted partner for companies across entertainment and media, finance, healthcare, ecommerce, and much more.

Accelerate Outcomes

Work with senior developers to accelerate your software project

Bring senior developers, designers, and technical leaders into your existing team. thoughtbot consultants work alongside your people to accelerate delivery, solve complex engineering challenges, improve development practices, and transfer knowledge that lasts beyond our engagement.

How we help:

The best part was that we got to work closely with very talented developers and great communicators at thoughtbot. They had a good process in place. Everything was tested. They were very methodical about setting us up with the best structure for the app.

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Joseph Dallago Co-Founder & CEO, Rain

Technical Leadership

Hire some of the best web developers in LA

We specialize in building robust applications using Ruby on Rails and Hotwire for dynamic, real-time experiences, paired with cutting-edge AI integrations to deliver intelligent, scalable solutions.

Our expertise extends to cloud infrastructure with AWS and Google Cloud ensuring your product is built on a secure and scalable foundation.

Get a competitive edge

Premium AI development and integration services

Our experienced engineers and product designers help organizations identify high-impact AI business opportunities, integrate AI into existing applications, and build reliable, production-ready software.

How we help:

  • AI strategy and prototyping
  • LLM integration
  • Workflow automation
  • AI-powered product development
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Software modernization

Modernize legacy applications with confidence

Extend the life and value of your existing software to meet today's demands. Our experienced engineers help organizations modernize applications, reduce technical debt, improve performance, and upgrade legacy systems while maintaining business continuity.

How we help:

- Legacy software modernization

- Ruby on Rails upgrades

- Application architecture and performance

- Technical debt reduction

MVP and product development

From product strategy to MVP development

Build the right product, not just a first version. Our cross-functional teams combine user research, product strategy, design, and engineering to validate opportunities, launch MVPs, and build a strong foundation for growth.

How we help:

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Resources

Learn from our our team of experts, locally and globally.

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Join us at the LA Ruby Meetup

Whether you’re a seasoned developer, an aspiring technologist, or just curious about what’s happening in the industry, we’d love to connect with you. Keep an eye out for our upcoming events!

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thoughtbot Open Summit

Our team gives development talks and live code on various open source projects.

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AI In Focus

Watch our series designed for thoughtful product leaders who want to uncover the business potential of realistic AI options.

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