CODEVENOM - old SkillsForge

CODEVENOM, formerly SkillsForge, is a Warsaw-based software development shop specializing in PHP (Symfony, Laravel) and React. The company builds web applications, internal management systems, and B2B platforms for clients across fintech, healthcare, law enforcement, and logistics. They take on legacy system stabilization, MVP development, and full-scale product engineering—positioning themselves as operators who own outcomes rather than vendors executing specs.

The firm has publicly named work for iQ App (device management for IT), Katavisor (police body-camera system for Polish Police), Kwiatomiat (smart flower dispensing network), a telecommunications security platform protecting millions of users, academic research publication infrastructure, a pharmacy professional development app, and two fintech platforms addressing technical debt and payment processing stability. Their stated approach pairs upfront discovery with iterative delivery, CI/CD automation, and ongoing monitoring using tools like Grafana.

Services and capabilities

CODEVENOM's core offerings revolve around building and fixing systems that need to scale. They conduct PHP/Symfony/Laravel audits to diagnose risk and chart remediation plans. They take over legacy codebases, stabilizing them and recovering operational control where previous teams left chaos. They design roadmaps that clarify priorities and business dependencies, then execute them with weekly or bi-weekly reviews tied to business outcomes, not feature checklists.

They specialize in internal systems and backoffice tools (using EasyAdmin for rapid configuration), data-driven decision systems that let teams act on real signals, and B2B portals with intuitive dashboards and real-time asset control. Their tech stack emphasizes PostgreSQL, React 19, Next.js, Docker, and CI/CD pipelines. They also offer CTO-as-a-Service according to their FAQ, though no further detail on scope or cost appears in the source.

For projects, they follow a four-phase methodology: analysis (business requirements, user research, technical constraints), architecture (scalable database schemas, solid API design), iterative development with regular checkpoints, and automated deployment with zero-downtime releases. Clients cite transparency and proactive decision support as differentiators—they use Grafana dashboards to keep stakeholders informed of infrastructure and deployment metrics.

Notable work

iQ App simplified device management for large IT teams managing Apple and Windows infrastructure at scale. CODEVENOM reports the solution reduced time spent on routine tasks, lowered operational costs, and increased visibility. Katavisor handles RFID-based logging and automated video ingestion for Polish Police body cameras, encrypting and preparing footage for analysis and redaction. Kwiatomiat required a real-time global control panel for hundreds of smart flower dispensers across multiple operators and courier integrations. The telecommunications project has protected millions of users since 2015, operating as invisible malware and phishing detection in a carrier's network backbone.

The pharmacy app (Twoja APTEKA) combines educational content, quizzes, and engagement mechanics with strict data protection for professional development in regulated space. Two fintech clients faced mounting technical debt and payment processing instability; CODEVENOM stabilized one platform's infrastructure and enabled the other to scale transaction throughput without downtime or data loss.

How they work

Engagements start with a project configurator on their website where buyers select what they're building (web app, management system, e-commerce, AI/ML, or custom), then receive a structured estimate. The formal process begins with NDA, followed by contract, then ongoing monthly deliveries with no long-term lock-in. Teams are assigned based on project scope; the source lists roles including senior PHP developers (100–120 PLN/hour), senior React Native tech leads, Python specialists, and senior C++ developers. Pricing appears hourly or T&M, though fixed-price work is mentioned but not detailed. The company is actively hiring across engineering, sales, marketing, and operations, suggesting they scale teams on demand.

Team and credentials

The company is based in Warsaw at Czerniakowska 145/1. They list 11 open roles across sales, HR, design, marketing, analytics, and IT, indicating the core team is likely in the 11–50 range, though exact headcount is not disclosed. Senior positions span backend (Symfony/Laravel, 5+ years), frontend (React, React Native), and full-stack (Python, C++, Qt). The source does not mention ISO, SOC 2, GDPR, or partner certifications. They maintain a LinkedIn and Clutch presence but no review ratings or counts are quoted in the source material.

The company's communication style and case study detail suggest founder-led operations with direct stakeholder engagement rather than delegated account management. They reference "CEO," "Delivery Manager," and sales roles, implying a flat structure optimized for responsiveness.