We rescue, modernize,
and grow the software
your business depends on.
Specialists in Ruby on Rails, React, and Python. We work with funded startups and operations-heavy businesses that have real software and real problems to solve.
Rails • React • Python
specialists
10+ years building apps across industries
100% Calgary-
based team
Sound like you? Then it’s time for a rescue or redesign.
You inherited a codebase nobody understands.
Your last dev team disappeared mid-project.
Your internal tools are duct-taped together.
“I am delighted to report that Ryan Fairweather and the team at Pixel Tree have delivered in spades. Several hours per month are now saved by automating key reports…”
Lorne Markowitz, ConsultMD
Trusted by teams in healthcare, services, and SaaS.
THREE WAYS TO WORK WITH US
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CODE RESCUE & RISK ASSESSMENT
From $4,500
Fixed fee • 7-day turnaround
Technical debt inventory and security scan
WHAT WE DO
Code Rescue & Risk Assessment
A fixed-fee audit of your existing codebase. You get a written report in 7 dayscovering every risk, every debt item, and a prioritized roadmap to fix whatmatters.
→ Technical debt inventory and security vulnerability scan
→ Scalability and performance risk analysis
→ Prioritized remediation roadmap (quick wins vs. long-term)
→ 30-minute debrief call with the engineer who did the review
From $4,500
Fixed fee - 7-day turnaround
Modernization & Ongoing Development
We take over your existing application and ship the roadmap your last teamcouldn't. Rails codebase nobody wants to touch? Legacy app slowing growth?We've been here before.
→ Day-rate or monthly retainer engagements
→ Codebase ownership and full knowledge transfer
→ Feature development against your product roadmap
→ Security hardening and performance optimization
From $15K/mo
Monthly retainer
Custom Software Build
Operational tools and internal platforms for established businesses. Not for idea-stage founders — for organizations with workflows to automate and teams to unblock.
→ Discovery, architecture planning, and tech stack selection
→ Full-stack development — Rails, React, Python
→ Internal tools, dashboards, and automation platforms
→ Handoff, documentation, and optional ongoing support
From $60k
Fixed-scope projects
We partnered with Level 52 to create a new software solution for a business flow they were performing partly manually and partly outsourcing, leaving them with a time-consuming and disjointed process.
By creating a custom survey platform for them they have more oversite over their leadership workshops, save hundreds of hours uploading and creating evaluations and reports, and have a bespoke platform they own and does exactly what they need it to.
Custom Build VS Off-the-Shelf: Why Custom Software Works for You
Own your assets, don’t rent them. Think of it as owning your house instead of renting a house.
Build only exactly what you need. Don’t pay a high subscription to a service you only use 10% of.
Scale up your team for free without having to buy expensive “seats” in other subscription models.
Differentiate yourself from the competition by building a unique workflow that your competitors can’t copy.
Joanna Pariseau | CEO of Taste the City
“I approached Pixeltree with a sketch for a new food tasting business and in 6 weeks Pixeltree designed and built my vision! Since launch, I have expanded across Canada. I am attracting investors and even won the Queen's Entrepreneurship Competition!”
Why businesses choose Pixeltree
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End-to-End Development
We handle the full software lifecycle—from initial strategy and design to development, deployment, and ongoing support—ensuring a seamless and scalable solution.
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User-Centred Design
We build software around the user to ensure everything is intuitive, simple, and looks great.
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Agile Process
We use agile methodologies to stay flexible, deliver faster, and adapt quickly to your evolving needs.
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Experienced Full-Stack Team
Our developers and designers bring deep expertise across the entire tech stack to build robust, modern applications.
We specialize in Ruby on Rails, TypeScript, React JS, and Python.
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