Services

Product Discovery

Product Management

User Research

UI/UX Design

Mobile Development

API Integration

Quality Assurance

Industry

Sports
Entertainment

Platform

iOS
Android

Location

Canada

Team size

5 people

The client is a Canada-based company in the indoor golf space that wanted to improve how players interact with its simulator venues. Their existing software already supported golf sessions on-site, but the mobile experience was missing. Users still needed a simpler way to sign in, start games, review progress, and manage personal details from their phones.

The company came to Uptech with the idea of a dedicated mobile app and needed a partner who could take the product from concept to MVP. Our cooperation started with product discovery, user flow planning, and technical decisions that would keep the launch practical in terms of time and budget.

Uptech designed and built the mobile application, created a clear user experience, and connected the app with the client’s existing software through API integration. In seven months, our team delivered an MVP that gave players one place for access, gameplay control, payments, and performance stats.

Technologies
used

Mobile Development

React Native
TypeScript

Design

Figma

Backend & Integrations

REST API
Node.js

Analytics & Payments

Firebase Analytics
Stripe

Challenges and Solutions

Build an MVP from Scratch

The client knew what they wanted to build, but there was no app yet. They needed a first version on the market fast and did not want to waste months on features that could wait.

Solution

We helped sort the idea into a realistic MVP. Together, we chose what had to be in version one and what made more sense later. That kept the project focused and easier to launch.

Connect the App with Existing Golf Software

The new app could not exist on its own. It had to work with the software already used at the golf venues, with correct accounts, game info, and player data.

Solution

We linked the mobile app with the client’s current system through API connections. As a result, users could log in once, access their data, and move through the experience without confusion.

Find the Most Cost-Efficient Tech Solution

The client wanted the app to work on iOS and Android. At the same time, they needed to stay practical with budget and timing, especially at the MVP stage.

Solution

We recommended cross-platform development with React Native after reviewing the scope. It gave the client one product for two platforms, lower upfront costs, and a faster first release than separate native apps.

Create a Real-World Golf Experience

People who use golf simulators expect a smooth session, not a confusing app. Every step needed to feel simple and clear, especially during play.

Solution

We kept the interface clean and easy to follow. We tested early ideas, removed extra steps, and shaped flows that felt natural from sign-in to final score.

Prepare for Future Growth

The first release was only the start. The client wanted room for new features, more venues, and a larger user base without rebuilding everything later.

Solution

We built the product on a stable foundation. Clear code structure, reusable parts, and dependable integrations made later updates easier, faster, and less expensive.

Main features

QR Login at the Venue

Players can open the app, scan a QR code on the in-stall tablet, and enter their session in seconds. This removed extra steps at check-in and gave users a faster way to start playing without staff assistance.

Guided Game Setup

Users can choose a course, adjust distance settings, and review game rules before the session begins. Everything is organized in one place and easy to understand.

Live Game Progress

During play, users can track key details on their phones, including hole number, remaining distance, total yardage, and session status. This provided clear updates without relying solely on venue screens.

Payment Management

All payment details can be added or updated directly in the app. This made future bookings and purchases more convenient. At the same time, this feature brought the client a smoother payment flow with fewer manual steps.

Game History and Player Stats

The app stores previous sessions and lets users review personal performance over time. Players can look back at past games, compare results, and track progress, which adds a stronger reason to return.

Results

7 months
from idea to MVP launch.
iOS + Android
apps released from one shared codebase.
1 mobile app
for booking, gameplay, payments, and stats.
Scalable foundation
ready for future features and growth.

Made with ❤️⛳️ at Uptech

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