When a client approached us with the need to connect their iPad application to a server-side system, they had clear constraints:
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Use their existing VPS environment
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Keep costs under control
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Deliver within a short timeline
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Avoid unnecessary complexity
The goal was not to build a large-scale cloud infrastructure.
The goal was to create a practical, production-ready system that simply works.
The Challenge
The iPad application was designed to send structured data in XML format to a server.
The client needed:
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A secure API endpoint to receive XML data
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Reliable storage using MySQL
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A browser-based admin interface to view and manage submitted data
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A solution that could run efficiently on their existing VPS
At the same time, the project required rapid development and strict budget awareness.
The following diagram illustrates how the system works
Our Approach
Instead of introducing heavy frameworks or unnecessary services, we designed a lean backend architecture.
The system includes:
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A REST-style API built with Mojolicious (Perl)
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XML data processing and validation
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MySQL database storage
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A simple web-based management interface
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Deployment directly on the client’s VPS
This approach ensured:
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Fast development
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Low operational overhead
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Long-term maintainability
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Scalability for future feature expansion
No overengineering. No bloated infrastructure.
Just a right-sized solution for real-world constraints.
Results
The final system allowed:
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Automated data aggregation from iPads
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Elimination of manual data transfers
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Centralized data visibility
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Immediate access through a web browser
Delivered on time.
Delivered within budget.
Ready for production.
Why This Matters
Many small and growing businesses do not need complex cloud-native architectures.
They need systems that:
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Work reliably
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Fit their budget
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Integrate with existing infrastructure
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Can grow when needed
We specialize in building lightweight, production-ready backend systems for small teams and practical business needs.
Looking to Integrate Your App with a Backend?
If you’re working with:
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iPad or mobile applications
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VPS-hosted environments
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XML or structured data integration
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Budget-conscious projects
Let’s talk.
We design lean systems that move your business forward — without unnecessary complexity.