Future-Ready Product Engineering, based in Chicago

We launch MVPs
With senior engineers.

Hands-on product engineering for founders and tech leaders who need clearer systems, useful prototypes, and software shipped every week.

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What clients say

I've been working with Zack for the past six months on a new startup MVP, and he's been a pleasure to work with. His code usually works the first time I try it—and on a complex product like ours, that's saying something. He's never pushed back when we've needed to change direction, even on work he had only just completed. He's organized and timely, too. I can't say enough good things about Zack, the product he's building, and his work ethic. I'd recommend him to anyone, so long as they don't take hours away from us—we still need him!

Joel S.

Founder & CEO

Zeljko has a remarkable ability to rapidly understand complex challenges and translate them into effective, actionable solutions. Whether tackling technical debt, optimizing existing systems, or leading new initiatives, he consistently drives measurable results and adds strategic value.

Tom O.

Technology Leader

Zeljko is a highly skilled software engineer, a collaborative mentor, and an exceptional team player. His deep technical expertise, paired with his passion for innovation, makes him an invaluable asset to any software development team.

Lance E.

Entrepreneur & Former Colleague

Zeljko embodies the ideal technologist—part artist, part scientist, and a lifelong learner with a passion for teaching. He's the kind of engineer you build high-performing teams around. I'd gladly adjust my priorities to work alongside him again.

Jon S.

Senior Software Engineer & JavaScript Specialist

Working with Dakic Studio was a truly collaborative experience. As a developer still growing in the field, I appreciated his clarity, patience, and proactive problem-solving. He didn't just build a solution—he made sure I understood it, every step of the way.

Rajiv N.

CTO & Founder

I'm absolutely in love with my new portfolio site, Zeljko and his team brought my vision to life in a way I hadn't even imagined. As a fashion designer, I needed a space that felt artistic, modern, and me. He didn't just build a website; he elevated my brand. Every detail was thoughtfully crafted, and his responsiveness made the whole process stress-free. I've already had clients tell me it looks like a million bucks!

Marcy D.

Fashion Designer

Why build with us?

A senior product engineer embeds where the work is stuck, simplifies what can be simplified, and keeps visible progress moving.

Simple Starting Points

Start with a focused audit, roadmap, prototype, or UX review before committing to a larger build. Clear next steps, no heavy process.

Transparent Pricing

Fixed, fair, and published. No black boxes. Check our services list and know exactly what you’re paying for.

Momentum Sprint Workflow

Weekly delivery, daily visibility, and fewer status rituals. The work stays close to production instead of getting buried in meetings.

Daily Deployments

See progress in real-time. We ship code every day using CI/CD and shared boards. You’re never in the dark.

Built-in Quality

Automated testing and rigorous code reviews are our standard. We build products that are stable, secure, and ready to scale.

100% Ownership

It’s yours. All code, designs, and IP belong to you from day one. No vendor lock-in, no hidden games. Total freedom.

Super IC Partnership

You work directly with the senior person doing the thinking and implementation. Less handoff, more accountability.

Practical Futurism

We use experiments and prototypes to discover what can be done, then turn the useful parts into systems your team can keep changing.

Can we help you build something better?

Let’s build what matters.

Talk through your idea, team, or roadmap — and see where we can add real value.

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The principles behind shipping software that actually works, from AI-assisted development to why most MVPs stall.