Code Benders
We help startups go!
You’re a revolutionary. You’ve got a killer idea and you wanna move fast. We can help.
We are an agile collective of free-thinking and passionate hackers, creatives and startup geeks. We build excellent web applications, especially when we are working with passionate entrepreneurs.
OUR SERVICES
Software Development
You need a robust and scalable web application. You want it on time and within budget. And, you want full transparency within the development process. Good news... you came to right place.
Staff Augmentation
Your development team is agile and writes beautiful code, but you need to increase your velocity. Hiring great talent can be challenging and you may not want to grow your permanent staff. We can help.
Startup Consulting
The biggest risk to your startup is a lack of focus. We can help you build the right product to get you to the next level. We apply agile methodologies to ensure that you're developing the right product.
Ruby Training
Interested in accelerating your learning? Is your company struggling to hire qualified Ruby developers? We can help. At Code Benders, we love writing beautiful code. And we love teaching others how to do the same.
MEET THE TEAM
Matt Kern
Matt's experience ranges far and wide; from big data to mobile phones. He's worked on projects for government to internet startups and everything in between…Lots moreMichael Taus
Since 1996, Michael has been starting and managing rapid-growth technology companies with an emphasis on Internet, Telecom, wireless and software ventures... MoreLes Kiger
A true fan of open source, Les began writing code for the web when Mosaic was a popular browser and Java was still a snazzy word for coffee. Les is skilled in Ruby, Java... More Piotr Solnica
As an OpenSource enthusiast Piotr has been working as a web-developer for over 6 years with over 3 years of professional experience with Ruby... MoreAvdi Grimm
Avdi has spent well over a decade cultivating robust software systems for everything from air-traffic control RADARs to eCommerce websites... MoreDan Kubb
A true Ruby Hero, Dan is a committed open source contributor and has been tirelessly working on one of the hardest Ruby projects around, DataMapper. Renée De Voursney
An expert in agile development and an emerging technical leader in the Ruby on Rails software community, Renée co-founded Seattle RailsBridge and frequently presents at both domestic and international Ruby conferences.Evan Light
Evan is a software developer with 15 years of experience designing, implementing, and maintaining commercial and enterprise applications for telecoms, government, and web startups. His work includes projects that were developed in Ruby, iOS, Java, and C.Carlos Perez
Having worked with major brands from Lucas Films, and Viacom International, to Harley Davidson, and Nike, Carlos has an understanding of the brand experience... MoreTrang Minh Le
For over ten years, Trang has been involved on the operations, service and project management side of business for fashion, education, high-tech and telecom startups.... More
LATEST BLOG ENTRIES
Participating in VentureBox
Posted by Taus October 19, 2011
Last week at the Bend Venture Conference, Central Oregon’s newest (and only) business accelerator was unveiled. VentureBox is a business accelerator focused on supporting concept stage startups. The initiative is a program of the Tech Alliance and is committed to Central Oregon’s entrepreneurial community and helping turn innovative product and service ideas into great companies.
Although a much larger group of mentors will be announced, the current team is pretty impressive and represents management, finance, technology and other key skills for early stage companies. VentureBox will be offering mentorships, infrastructure and a milestone-based program to develop startups into investment-ready enterprises.
We think that VentureBox has great potential to help diversify the Central Oregon community and create sustainable, living wage jobs. That’s why we’re proud to be supporting and participating in the effort!
Sponsoring the Bend Venture Conference
Posted by Taus September 23, 2011
Bend has a strong and growing startup ecosystem. The early-stage companies in our community include innovation in software, clean energy, recreation and countless other industries. We even have an active group of angel investors, advisors and mentors that help to shepherd these companies from idea to profitability and acquisition.
Perhaps the most well-recognized effort in this arena is the Bend Venture Conference. For several years, the homegrown BVC has attracted startups from across the Pacific Northwest to compete for cash investment and the and the attention of the regional angel and VC community. Previous investments have included some great companies ranging from medical devices to web-based SaaS providers. This year’s keynote speaker is in none other than Andy Sack, the Executive Director of TechStars Seattle and the Founder and CEO of Lighter Capital.
The BVC is the highlight and in some ways the epicenter of Bend’s thriving entrepreneurial spirit. So we are proud to support the efforts of the conference organizers and hope to see you at the event.
