We Love Building Software
Custom Web-Based Tools That Make Your Work Easier
We specialize in building web-based systems that do exactly what
Whether you're trying to launch a user-friendly
Custom Online Directories
Make your data useful — and beautiful.
We build directories that are easy to search, easy to manage, and easy to scale. Perfect for organizations who need to make complex sets of data accessible to the public, members, or stakeholders.
What You'll Get:- Clean, searchable profile pages
- Powerful filter & browse tools
- Admin dashboards for managing records
- Secure login & user permissions
- SEO setup for discoverability
- Ongoing performance & traffic insights
- Resource networks
- Professional associations
- Membership organizations
- Educational or cultural institutions
- Nonprofit service directories
Web-Based Workflow Systems
Automate your process. Reclaim your time.
We design custom workflow tools that reflect how your team actually works — not how some off-the-shelf software
- Custom forms & role-based interfaces
- Automated approvals & handoffs
- Built-in tracking &
progress reports - Email or SMS notifications
- Secure user authentication
- Real-time dashboard views
- Multi-step internal processes
- Grant or application pipelines
- Case tracking systems
- Volunteer or
program management - Any recurring process with
too many spreadsheets
We Also Offer:
| Legacy System Replacement | |
| Secure Admin Portals | |
| Role-Based Access Controls | |
| Integrated Reporting Dashboards | |
| Long-Term Support & Feature Expansion |
Our Tech Philosophy
You don't need
You need tools
We use proven web technologies, best practices for data security, and a clear design process to build systems that are as stable as
Your team's time is valuable. Your mission matters. Let’s build the tools to
Our Process
Clear steps. Thoughtful design. Software that fits.
We don't believe in guesswork or bloated tech. Our process is designed to uncover what your team truly needs, and then build a system that just works — day after day.
Step 1: We Listen & Document
We begin by understanding your world.
Before we write any code, we listen. We gather the details that matter — the ones off-the-shelf software never asks
about. We learn how your organization works, where it struggles, and where smarter systems
- Stakeholder interviews to capture
real needs - Deep discovery of workflows, bottlenecks, and
data structures - Clarity on user roles, pain points,
and goals - A shared vocabulary between your team
and ours
Step 2: We Plan & Design
We turn problems into blueprints.
Now that we understand what you're working with, we co-create a detailed roadmap. You'll see exactly what’s being built — and why — before we start development.
- Wireframes, flow diagrams, and
feature specs - Designs tailored for your team
and end-users - Advanced SEO, accessibility, and performance considerations
baked in - Review checkpoints to align on priorities
before we build
Step 3: We Build & Support
We bring your solution to life — and stay with you long after launch.
Your system is built using modern, reliable web technologies. But we don't stop at launch. We test thoroughly, train your team, and provide ongoing support as
- Agile development in a private
staging environment - Transparent progress with
regular check-ins - Real-world testing
before go-live - Training and
thorough documentation - Long-term support options
The Technology Behind Your Custom Software
Chosen Together, Based on Your Needs
Most custom software can be built atop WordPress. WordPress powers over 40% of the internet — and for good reason. It's powerful, reliable, and user-friendly, and is likely the easiest platform
We would build you a custom WordPress Theme based on a basic or complex WordPress Theme. We can also build out your functionality needs with one or more custom Plugins. Rockhopper has been managing WordPress installations for well
When your software needs to do something WordPress wasn’t built for, Laravel gives us a clean, modern framework to build from the ground up. Laravel is a top-tier PHP framework trusted by developers worldwide — and it offers
Rockhopper has over a decade of experience building custom Laravel applications, including dashboards, workflow automation tools, secure portals,
Survloop is our own data management platform built atop Laravel — a powerful engine for creating, collecting, and visualizing
If you're planning to grow and evolve your system with us over
Hosting & Servers
Rockhopper is most familiar running Ubuntu server droplets with DigitalOcean's
But if you have specific hosting provider requirements, etc, then we should be able accommodate
Ready to Get Started?
Let's talk about what's possible.
Schedule a free consultation today and get a custom estimate for
No pressure, no jargon — just a conversation with someone who loves solving tough problems with
Rockhopper Software Designs
by Morgan Lesko
2005-2025