endorsedOngoing

MediaShout: Migration to .NET and UI Redesign

Services Covered:

Custom Software Development

Industry

Arts, Entertainment & Recreation

Duration

107 months

Budget

50K - 199K

Start Date

1 September 2017

Team Size

6-10 Employees

Engagement Model

Offshore

Project Capability Score (PCS)

74/100

Good

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Client

MediaShout

Nashville, United States of America

Project Summary

inVeritaSoft migrated MediaShout’s church presentation software from C++ to .NET, redesigned the UI for Version 7, and implemented substantial new media and user-experience functionality. The vendor delivered a first working draft, maintains a strong QA process, and is responsive in addressing bugs. Development began in September 2017 and remains ongoing with regular communication via Jira, daily calls, Skype, and Slack.

Key Challenges

Migrate existing product from C++ to .NET

Project Deliverables

Transferred presentation platform from C++ to .NET
Redesigned UI for Version 7
Added new media support and user-experience enhancing functionality

Project Solution

They evaluated the existing product and compared it to competitors, redesigned the UI for Version 7, and transferred the presentation platform from C++ to .NET. The team added extensive new functionality to support a variety of media (sermon notes, scriptures, lyrics, moving backgrounds, and video) and to improve the overall user experience. The engagement grew from an initial team of three developers and a project manager to a six-person team; communication is managed through Jira, with daily morning calls and supplemental use of Skype and Slack.

Project Outcome

First working draft completed and the result has exceeded expectations
Established an effective QA system with rapid bug and crash resolution
Strong project management, recruitment of a senior tech lead, and consistent communication via Jira, daily meetings, Skype, and Slack
Ongoing development with immediate attention to issues

Platforms

Tech Stack

.NET
C++
Jira

Client Endorsement

Overall Review Rating

Timeliness

Cost Rating

Willing to Refer

Quality of Deliverables

“The first draft of the new version was recently completed and inVeritaSoft addresses any issues before they become apparent. They maintain a robust, competent team and are a communicative and attentive partner.”
Eric Eitel
President & Owner
Date: 07/20/2018