We solve hard problems

Initial Capacity is a software consultancy of lead developers building applications at scale for startups and large companies worldwide.

The meaning

Our name and logo express our experience, our way of working, and our history.

The Name

The name Initial Capacity describes our ability to kick off new initiatives; realizing fresh ideas, building new products, and scaling successful systems.

The Brackets

Square brackets suggest a list of items in many programming languages. They symbolize our emphasis on technical excellence and are a nod to how we find the best talent.

The Initials

Built and run by individual contributors, the initials ic have special meaning at Initial Capacity. Each of us gets hands on with code, quickly breaking down problems and finding new solutions.

Our thesis

The first few weeks of a new codebase may just be the most important code you’ll write.

Our experience

our process: learn, build run
In order to build great software, we believe in building and learning quickly so that we can iterate and continuously improve your product and reduce risk.

Ideas & insights

The team's latest on emerging technology, best practices for software development, and what we are excited about.