JournalNotes from the
Notes from the
west coast.
Notes, stories and lessons from the west coast of Ireland — building branded mobile apps for barbers, salons, makeup artists, sports clubs and personal trainers.
- 01
What your own app really costs: a local business guide to booking software
Most booking and coaching platforms advertise a small monthly price, then add tiers, per-client fees and paid add-ons on top. Here is an honest look at what you actually pay, and what you get to keep.
2 July 2026
- 02
How a branded app changes the day-to-day for a small business
A quick note from the team on why we build apps for local Irish businesses — and how a single tap on a phone changes the way clients book, pay and come back.
18 February 2026