Building for those
who take a stand.
Elsewares is a development studio with a clear position: we only work with clients who oppose authoritarianism and share our commitment to democracy, bodily autonomy, and human dignity.
If your values align with ours, you'll get boutique agency expertise at accessible prices — and the knowledge that your investment supports civil rights organizations and mutual aid societies.
Here's the Deal
At Elsewares, we build software, architect solutions, and provide training for organizations that share our core principles. We bring turnkey solutions, full-stack development, and cloud-native architecture to clients who are doing meaningful work — and we refuse to work with those who aren't.
Your company deserves more than a brochure pretending to be a website. It deserves a partner who understands that technology should serve people, not exploit them. We'll help you do business better — and more importantly, we can invest in a future where technology works better for everyone.
We've worked for NASA, and we want to work for you.
Real estate. Executive training. Health and life insurance. Laboratory automation. Music distribution. Geothermodynamics? You name it, we've worked on it. We excel at taking domain-specific knowledge and turning it into code and processes that are smooth as butter.
Affordable Wizardry
Elsewares is your one-stop-shop for digital innovation that won't break the bank. Our pricing model doesn't start with the question: "Well, how much do you have?" Think of us as the funky corner bakery of web development - local, friendly, and always cooking up something new.
Business Not Buzzwords
Yes, we use AI tools. Yes, we know the latest and greatest frameworks. You just want what works. With years of client training under our belt in a variety of industries, we make web technology clear, accessible and not-so-scary.
Strength Through Depth
Our expertise, forged over numerous projects across diverse sectors, is not just a testament to our technical prowess but also our ability to adapt and excel. Every solution crafted adds another layer to our repository of experience, enabling us to navigate the tech landscape with an intuitive understanding.
Services
Web Development
Tired of cookie-cutter websites that scream "I used a template"? At Elsewares, we craft custom web experiences that actually fit your business — like your favorite hoodie, but digital. We build sleek, modern sites that load fast, look stunning, and work seamlessly, all without the soul-crushing fees of a big agency. No drag-and-drop nonsense — just real, scalable solutions built to make your brand pop.
Legacy Software Modernization
At Elsewares, we take old, tired platforms and give them a sleek, modern makeover. Whether it’s upgrading ancient code, optimizing performance, or migrating you to a scalable, future-proof system, we handle it all — without breaking what still works. We're so good at it, we've done it for NASA. Think of us as your software time machine, but without the awkward 80s hair.
Scientific Computing
Science moves fast—your software should, too. If you're still juggling clunky spreadsheets, outdated lab management tools, or (gasp) paper notebooks, it's time for an upgrade. Elsewares builds modern, intuitive scientific software, including electronic lab notebooks (ELNs) that keep your research organized, secure, and effortlessly shareable. We support citizen scientists with tools that make data collection and analysis a breeze.
Mobile Development
Why choose between a website and an app when you can have both? At Elsewares, we build Progressive Web Apps (PWAs) — the perfect blend of a responsive website and a native mobile app. PWAs give your users an app-like experience without the hassle of app store approvals or bloated downloads. Whether you need a business tool, or a custom mobile solution, we design PWAs that work everywhere. It’s mobile-first development without the mobile-first headaches.
Developer Mentorship
Breaking into web and app development can feel like hacking through a jungle with a spoon. That’s where we come in. At Elsewares, we offer developer mentorship that cuts through the confusion — whether you’re just starting out or looking to level up your skills. From code reviews and best practices to real-world project guidance, we provide hands-on mentorship that goes beyond tutorials and Stack Overflow searches. No gatekeeping, no tech bro jargon — just real, practical advice to help you become the developer you want to be.
Statement of Principles
Our Core Values
We at Elsewares, LLC believe that every person has the right to be treated with dignity and respect; that it is the right of every individual to be free from discrimination, violence, oppression and exploitation. We believe in the inviolable bodily autonomy of every person, and so oppose any effort to define the bodies of others as 'illegal' or 'immoral'. We believe that human capital is not fungible, and human lives are not to be rationalized away by rampant capitalism, authoritarianism, or Christian Nationalism. We oppose the carceral state in all of its forms.
Why We Are Taking a Stand
Given this set of principles, and the public actions of the Trump Administration, we have decided to take a stand, and make a clear statement. We believe that the Trump Administration has already violated these principles in a thousand ways, and that it is our duty to speak out and act out against it.
Client Alignment Requirement
As such, we have required of our current clients, and will require all future clients, to sign a statement affirming their opposition to the Trump Administration and its policies. We will not do business with any entity or individual who refuses to sign this statement, and make this commitment. This requirement also extends to the membership in or fundraising for the Republican Party, those working with the Trump Organization or Trump Family, and any entity under the control of Elon Musk, Peter Thiel, Mark Zuckerberg or any of the other billionaires who have declared fealty to the Donald Trump regime.
Furthermore, we have decided to donate 10% of our gross profits to organizations that are mobilizing to protect immigrant populations, to organizations that are fighting for the rights of marginalized people, and to mutual aid societies. We will offer our services and considerable expertise pro bono to these organizations, and to career civil servants, scientists and others impacted by the illegal firings and closure of government agencies.
A Call to Our Peers
We call on all developers, designers, and other professionals in the tech industry to join us in this effort, and to refuse to offer material, technological or moral support to the Trump Administration. We call on all tech companies, regardless of size, to follow our lead and make a stand against the wildly illegal, unethical, and dangerous actions of the Trump Administration.
Stand With Us
We welcome collaboration with clients, journalists, and fellow professionals who share our commitment to democracy, equity, and scientific truth. When our principles align, great work — and a stronger society — follow.
≋ BEH, Founder