Niklas Rickmann
CEO at MVST
2 min
Welcome to MVST, Julia!
We’re excited to welcome Julia to our MVST team! 🎉 She will be joining us as a Product Designer, adding her expertise to our design team. We're confident that her skills will help us improve and bring new, creative ideas to life. Welcome aboard, Julia! Here’s to a successful and inspiring journey together! 🚀 About Julia * Full Name: Julia Margerie * Home Country: Russia and Germany 🇷🇺🇩🇪 * Position: Product Designer Tell Us About Yourself! My name is Julia, and I am a UX designer wi
Niklas RickmannSep 26, 2024
MVST x add2: Teaming Up For The Best Results
Working with such amazing people at MVST is truly a privilege. Over the last years, we have even formed deep partnerships with 4+ Full Service / Marketing Agencies to tackle complex tech solutions and awesome products together. We want to put our work with one of our partner agencies into the limelight and show our achievements! 🙏add2 is a Full Service Agency that offers everything a customer can wish for. May it be analysis, strategy, media, or content creation - this agency will not leave y
Niklas RickmannJul 10, 2025
MVST x buycycle: Cycling Towards Success
Secondhand, thrifting, re-usable materials - these trends have dominated markets for several years and will certainly do so in the future. Sustainable concepts are not only in demand in the fashion or food industry but also in mobility. That's where buycycle comes to play! 🚲At buycyle, you can sell and buy used bicycles of high quality and, above all, at good prices. Packaging, delivery and payment – buycycle takes over these steps, so you can enjoy a carefree experience and sell your bicycle
Niklas RickmannJul 09, 2025
Multi-Tenancy Architecture: Core Concepts and Principles
Imagine stepping into a modern shopping mall, where a lot of stores coexist within a shared physical space. Each store boasts its unique offerings, ambiance, and branding, catering to diverse customer needs and preferences. Despite sharing common facilities such as parking lots, walkways, and utility services, each store operates independently, managing its inventory, sales, and customer interactions. In this bustling environment, the shopping mall serves as a microcosm of multi-tenancy archite
Niklas RickmannMar 19, 2024
MVST's Collaborative Journey with Akina
Every product we tackle is filled with dedication, passion, and uniqueness. However, some products have grown dear to us - especially when teaming up with such amazing founders, making their vision a reality! One of our ongoing and most fun products is our work with Akina founded by Florian Haufe and Michele Xiloyannis. ✨ 💆♀️Akina's vision is to support all individuals in reaching their full movement potential through innovative AI motion technology, providing interactive personalized physio
Niklas RickmannJul 10, 2025
Welcome to MVST, Benjamin!
Say hi to our newest member of the MVST team: Benjamin! We are so happy to have you onboard to support our engineering team as a working student. We wish you all the best for your new chapter! 🚀 About Benjamin * Full Name: Benjamin Hadizamani * Home country: Germany 🇩🇪 * Position: Full Stack Developer Working Student Please tell us a bit about yourself! I’m a 25 year old Informatics student who born and raised in Munich. When I was 15 years old, I asked myself the question “how to bui
Niklas RickmannSep 26, 2024
Becoming a Software Engineer Without a Degree: A Step-by-Step Guide
No degree? No problem. Over 21 million software developers grace the global stage, and yet, the industry's ravenous appetite for talent remains unsatisfied. As gateways to technology careers widen, credentials blur, inviting the self-taught virtuoso to the table. Ambition thrives beyond the confines of academia. Your creativity and problem-solving prowess are the true catalysts for innovation. Find out how to become a software engineer without a diploma or degree - it's easier than you might
Niklas RickmannJan 10, 2024
Welcome to MVST, Bruno!
Bem-vindo at MVST, Bruno! A new year has just begun and we start into 2024 with a talented developer on our side. We are thrilled to have Bruno on board and wish him just the best for this new chapter at MVST! 🚀 About Bruno * Full Name: Bruno Garcia Vaz * Home country: Brazil 🇧🇷 * Position: Full Stack Developer Please tell us a bit about yourself! I'm a 26-year-old developer originally from Brazil. I started my programming journey as a teenager, creating small games with Macromedia F
Niklas RickmannJan 10, 2024
Welcome to MVST, Ghida!
We are super happy that we can call Ghida part of MVST! As our new Marketing Manager, she will push website and app performances while framing it with beautiful content and nice social media input. We are thrilled to have Ghida on board and wish her just the best for this new chapter at MVST! 🚀 About Ghida * Full Name: Ghida El Badri * Home country: Lebanon 🇱🇧 * Position: Marketing Manager Please tell us a bit about yourself! I was born in Beirut, raised in Kuwait, and embracing my E
Niklas RickmannJan 09, 2024
Thank you 2023!
Hey friends, partners, team members, and family, it's this time of the year: Christmas vibes, present hunts and - of course - MVST Wrapped. We've prepared some goodies for you. So lean back, relax and let our figures sprinkle your mind... We built +20 digital products. We designed and developed web and mobile apps for various partners. But the No. 1 industry we were getting creative in this year was health! There are some projects we really put our heart and souls into. All the hard work r
Niklas RickmannAug 14, 2024
Atomic Design And Figma Dev Mode: Design-To-Development Made Easy
Imagine this: The designers created the most beautiful and outstanding mockups with super cool looks and animations in Figma. And then, when writing the code, the design looks off and the initial idea gets lost. The outcome is not corresponding with the intention of the designers. This is not just frustrating, but also extremely inefficient. That's why we want to introduce you to Atomic Design and Figma Dev Mode: They are real game-changers in the world of UX/UI and development. These trends ar
Niklas RickmannDec 06, 2023
Welcome to MVST, Ege!
Welcome to the team, Ege! This powerhouse is our new member in the Development-Team. We are thrilled to have Ege on board and wish him just the best for this new chapter at MVST! 🚀 About Ege * Full Name: Ege Nerse * Home country: Turkey 🇹🇷 * Position: Full Stack Developer Please tell us a bit about yourself! I'm a 26-year-old informatics master's student at TUM who enjoys building applications. I love learning and experiencing new cultures and places. I did a work and travel program
Niklas RickmannDec 05, 2023
Welcome to MVST, Maxime!
Hello and welcome to the team, Maxime! We are really happy to call this talented product manager a new member of the MVST crew. 🚀 Of course, we wish Maxime all the best for this new chapter! About Maxime * Full name: Maxime John * Home country: Germany 🇩🇪 * Position: Product Manager Please tell us a bit about yourself! My journey began when I co-founded a SaaS startup in 2020 where I navigated the challenges of building a B2B2C solution from scratch. My vision was to preserve local
Niklas RickmannDec 05, 2023
Welcome to MVST, Dominic!
Hello and welcome to the team, Dominic! We are really happy to call this talented developer a new member of the MVST crew. 🚀 Of course, we wish Dominic all the best for this new chapter! About Dominic * Full Name: Dominic Frey * Home country: Germany 🇩🇪 * Position: Full Stack Developer Please tell us a bit about yourself! I'm a 27-year-old full-stack software developer, and my deep dive into the digital world started back in 2017 when I studied. I gained valuable experience during t
Niklas RickmannDec 04, 2023
Welcome to MVST, Róman!
New week, new MVST joiner! Our Barcelona Developers can count on their new team member Róman! 🚀 We are thrilled to include Róman to our MVST family, and we wish him all the best for this new chapter. Let's get to know him a little bit better! About Róman * Full Name: Róman Demchuk * Home country: Ukraine 🇺🇦 * Position: Junior Full Stack Developer Please tell us a bit about yourself! Hey, I'm Róman and I'm a Full Stack Developer proficient in Git, CI/CD and code testing. I want to co
Niklas RickmannNov 01, 2023
10 min
How to: Boost Your Productivity and Efficiency While Working Remote
You probably know what some people say about remote work: "Remote workers are less productive." "Working from home is killing efficient work." "Remote Work: Motivation for work decreases at home!" We also know that some employees are struggling to focus while working remotely. And it really is a tricky task to overcome! If you find yourself in the same position, you should definitely read on. At MVST the majority of our coworkers work from home regularly without losing motivation or decreasing
Niklas RickmannOct 25, 2023
Welcome to MVST, Emerson!
Our Development Team is welcoming another member! 🚀 Emerson is our newest joiner and we are really happy to have him on board. We are thrilled to include Emerson to our MVST family, and we wish him all the best for this new chapter. Let's get to know him a little bit better! About Emerson * Full Name: Emerson Lucena * Home country: Brazil 🇧🇷 * Position: Fullstack Developer Please tell us a bit about yourself! Well, I'm Emerson Lucena, but you can call me Erms if you want. I'm 21 yea
Niklas RickmannOct 10, 2023
From Code to Clicks: The Rise of Low Code Development
As a software engineer, my journey in the realm of technology has been marked by constant innovation and the pursuit of efficiency. Over the years, I've witnessed the transformation of ideas into code, translating creativity and logic into functional applications that power our digital world. Yet, even as the traditional foundations of programming have remained steadfast, a new wave of technological advancement has emerged that challenges the very essence of my role – the rise of low code and no
Niklas RickmannOct 11, 2023The Power of Landing Pages: Do's & Don'ts And Best Practices
Appealing and nice-looking landing pages are the digital gateways to success for any business, where the art of conversion truly takes form. But crafting the perfect landing page isn't an easy feat. It's an intricate dance of do's and don'ts that can make or break your online success story. Designers, marketeers, and business owners - if you want to hit the spot and captivate visitors to your website: Here are our best practices for the amazing landing pages. 1. What Is A Landing Page And Why
Niklas RickmannDec 13, 2023
Mastering the Art of Personal Development: A Guide to Success At Work
How to stand out from the vast crowd of professionals? Is there a way you can show your qualities to others at first glance? Here's our top tip: Personal development is the key! In this guide, we will explore why it is crucial for your career, share invaluable tips and tricks, and prove that personal growth doesn't have to break the bank. Are you ready to unlock your full potential and take your career to new heights? Let's start your journey towards professional excellence! 1. Why Personal De
Niklas RickmannOct 04, 2023
Welcome to MVST, Breno!
Our Development Team is growing and growing! 🚀 Breno joined us in September 2023 and we want to give him a warm welcome to the MVST family. We are thrilled to have Breno join our outstanding team, and we wish him all the best for this new chapter. Here are some really interesting facts about him! About Breno * Full Name: Carlos Breno Soares da Silva * Home country: Brazil 🇧🇷 * Position: Fullstack Developer Please Tell Us a Bit About Yourself I always worked as a full stack develope
Niklas RickmannOct 10, 2023
Breaking The Barriers, Making The Web More Accessible.
5.16 billion people use the internet on a daily business, and a big part of these people have a type of disability that makes serving the internet very difficult for them and sometimes even impossible. As you can imagine, this is not completely user-friendly, nor the goal of a website. In this article, we will outline our strategies for achieving accessibility compliance in our products, specifically our websites, and discuss the tradeoffs associated with each approach. 1. Accessibility in Web
Niklas RickmannJul 11, 2024
Boosting Employee Satisfaction and Productivity: The Hidden Benefits of Company Offsites
Imagine a work environment where employees are not only productive but also deeply satisfied with their jobs. It sounds like a dream, right? Well, the secret to achieving this lies in investing in company offsite events. At MVST, a leading software development agency specializing in tailor-made digital products, we have a lot to offer when it comes to company benefits. Recently we organized an unforgettable Italy offsite that left our team inspired and motivated. In this blog post, we'll explor
Niklas RickmannOct 31, 2023
Welcome to MVST, Nada!
New office - new HR Manager! Our Barcelona team is growing and found a new home in a beautiful and big office. And with moving into a new office, we warmly welcome our new HR Manager Nada! We are thrilled to have her support our Barcelona team with everything they need, and we wish her just the best for this new chapter at MVST. About Nada * Full Name: Nada Sharbagi * Home country: Jordan 🇯🇴 * Position: HR Manager Please tell us a bit about yourself! My journey began in HR in Jordan w
Niklas RickmannAug 16, 2023
8 Reasons Why Munich Is The Perfect City For Startups
Munich - more than just beer gardens and Oktoberfest! The Bavarian capital is the city with the most startups in Germany in 2022, overtaking Berlin. With a lively startup scene, a flourishing economy and a unique lifestyle, Munich is undoubtedly proving to be THE startup city par excellence. But why exactly is that? Here are some reasons why Munich offers founders the perfect launch pad. 1. Facts About Munich Startups 2. Why Munich Is THE Startup City: 8 Good Reasons 3. Six Munich Startups Y
Niklas RickmannAug 29, 2025
Welcome to MVST, Noah!
Working as a student at MVST is common practice for us. We love to have new joiners with fresh and interesting point of views! Today, we want to welcome our newest working student Noah! We are thrilled to have him support our Munich Dev Team, and we wish him just the best for this new chapter at MVST. About Noah * Full Name: Noah Jacob Carl Johannes Haubenreiser * Home country: Germany 🇩🇪 * Position: Working Student Development Please tell us a bit about yourself. I was born in Berlin,
Niklas RickmannAug 08, 2023
Welcome to MVST, Mariam!
Our Design Team welcomes our newest joiner Mariam! We are thrilled to have her join our Barcelona team, and we wish her just the best for this new chapter at MVST. About Mariam * Full Name: Mariam Belarbi * Home country: Russia 🇷🇺 * Position: UI/UX Designer Please tell us a bit about yourself. For the past 1,5 years I have been working in a design studio, where I crafted products across social media, healthcare, and event management domains, focusing on high-load interfaces, SaaS, CRMs
Niklas RickmannAug 01, 2023
Welcome to MVST, Emma!
Such wonderful news! Our Product Team is continuously expanding, and we are happy to announce the recent addition of Emma as a working student in the Quality Assurance department. Let's warmly welcome to Emma as she joins our exceptional team. We are excited to have her on board and wish her every success in her new role. Here are some fascinating details about Emma, which make her a fantastic addition to our team! About Emma * Full Name: Emma Tchiorniy * Home country: South Africa 🇿🇦 *
Niklas RickmannAug 01, 2023
Deep-Dive Into Using Figma Variables And Advanced Prototyping
The new Figma update is here! The magic word around which everything revolves is: Variables. In this post, we want to take a deep dive into the new Figma Variables and show you how to use them most efficiently both in your design files and in your prototypes. 1. What Types Of Figma Variables Have Been Introduced? 2. How And When to Use Modes 3. Pros And Cons Of Using Figma Variables In Your Next Design 4. Final Thoughts On the Figma Variables What Types of Figma Variables Have Been Introd
Niklas RickmannNov 07, 2023
Welcome to MVST, Vitor!
Our Development Team is growing and growing! 🚀 Vitor joined us recently and we want to give him a warm welcome to the MVST family. We are thrilled to have Vitor join our outstanding team, and we wish him all the best for this new chapter. Here are some really interesting facts about him! About Vitor * Full Name: Vitor Valandro * Home country: Brazil 🇧🇷 * Position: Fullstack Developer Please Tell Us a Bit About Yourself At 14, I started my first job where I learned a lot about team
Niklas RickmannJul 25, 2023
14 min
Building My Own Company Step by Step: Your MVST Startup Guide
If you’re unsure how to build a startup, we’ve put together a 13 step-by-step guide to show you how to found a company the right way. Follow the steps below to launch your business plan and you won’t need to worry about anything else. Every tip and trick you need you will find in this Guide. 13 Step-by-Step Startup Guide to Build Your Own Company Many people dream of becoming the CEO and founder of their own business. Small businesses are emerging and since Covid, many founded their own Start
Niklas RickmannAug 23, 2023
The Art of Mobile Notification System Design: Igniting Engagement and Connection
Allow me to take you back to my first ever travel by plane, heading to Germany. Navigating through the bustling airport terminals, I remember how the overhead announcements echoed around me, guiding passengers to their gates, notifying them of gate changes, and sharing vital information. It was like being embraced by a well-designed notification system, ensuring I never missed a beat amidst the hustle and bustle. These real-life experiences resonate with the digital realm, where notification sys
Niklas RickmannOct 04, 2023
Welcome to MVST, Claudio!
Our Development Team counts a new member! 🚀 Please give our new MVST family member Claudio a warm welcome! We are thrilled to have Claudio join our outstanding team, and we wish him all the best for this new chapter. Here are some really interesting facts about him! About Claudio * Full Name: Claudio Orlandi * Home country: Brazil 🇧🇷 * Position: Fullstack Developer Please tell us a bit about your background Straight from a small town on top of an inactive volcano, here I am! As a c
Niklas RickmannJul 18, 2023
Quality Assurance Manager: A Key Role For Successful Agencies
When it comes to digital products and satisfied costumers, our motto is: quality over quantity! Because we believe that behind every great software lies a dedicated team of professionals working tirelessly to ensure that quality in every step of the process. One such key role is that of a Quality Assurance (QA) Manager. What exactly is a QA Manager, you might wonder? We'll uncover their responsibilities, take a look at the impact they have on scaling a company, and the technical prowess they pos
Niklas RickmannAug 29, 2025
18 Blogs That Help You Grow Your Startup
Are you ready to have a self-proclaimed living because of your business idea? Congrats! The path to financial freedom is long and challenging, but with determination and research, you will be on your way! Our startup blog guide below will have you on your way to starting up a business. Embarking on a small business journey can be challenging. We will show you how to startup with different blogs in which you can refer to teach yourself to begin a business. Remember: Knowledge is Power! And how d
Niklas RickmannDec 13, 2023
How To Elevate Your Brand ... and Become More Successful
Do you know who Stefani Joanne Angelina Germanotta is? No? Well, that is none other than the superstar Lady Gaga. She is known for her crazy and fancy outfits, incomparable and bizarre character, and amazing performances. But what has Lady Gaga to do with this blog post? She is a great example of how to make yourself known with an outstanding uniqueness! And that is what we want to talk about today. As a small business owner, freelancer, or startup, one of the biggest challenges you may face is
Niklas RickmannJul 06, 2023
Welcome to MVST, Jesús!
Our Development Team counts a new member! 🚀 Please give our new MVST family member Jesús a warm welcome! We are thrilled to have Jesús join our outstanding team, and we wish him all the best for this new chapter. Here are some really interesting facts about him! About Jesús * Full Name: Jesús Velázquez * Home country: Spain 🇪🇸 * Position: Fullstack Developer Please Tell Us a Bit About Your Background I come from Sanlúcar de Barrameda, a historic city in the south of Spain on the co
Niklas RickmannJul 04, 2023
Will AI Take Your Job As A Designer? Takeaways From Our Figma Event
On the 25th of May, we hosted another amazing virtual event. This time, our topic was "Designing the Future: How AI is Revolutionizing UI/UX”. We invited absolute pros in UI/UX design and discussed how the future of the design world could look like when AI is involved. And let's be honest, the real question and what is most interesting to know is: Will AI take over designers jobs? This question was just one of many we tried to answer in this panel discussion. To see the full video, click here.
Niklas RickmannJun 28, 2023
Welcome to MVST, Iago!
Our Development Team counts a new member! 🚀 Please give our new MVST family member Iago a warm welcome! We are thrilled to have Iago join our outstanding team, and we wish him all the best for this new chapter. To help you get to know our new team member, we've gathered some interesting facts about him. About Iago * Full Name: Iago Pires * Home country: Brazil 🇧🇷 * Position: Fullstack Developer Please Tell Us a Bit About Your Background Greetings from Manaus, Amazonas, right in the
Niklas RickmannJun 14, 2023It's a Wrap! Insights From Our Event "Designing the Future: How AI is Revolutionizing UI/UX"
The 25th of May was a big day for us! It was once again time for a special event in the house of MVST: We hosted a panel discussion to this very recent topic "Designing the Future: How AI is Revolutionizing UI/UX”. This time, we invited absolute powerhouses only: * Beth Wegner - Director of Product Design at Doodle * Marcos Felipe - Product Design Manager at Freeletics * Nina Jurcic - Design Manager & Advisor * Ricardo Saavedra - Lead Product Designer at Meta/Reality Labs * Sakky Baral - P
Niklas RickmannJun 13, 2023
Unleashing the Power of Company Benefits: Why They Matter for Your Success
Do you ever wonder what your company can do to keep its employees happy and motivated? Do you feel like there's so much more that could be done to make their work life better? Well, company benefits (also known as corporate benefits or incentives) are not only good for attracting new talent but they are also great ways of incentivizing existing employees. Company benefits show how much value your organization places on maintaining the wellbeing of staff members and meeting their needs financiall
Niklas RickmannOct 31, 2023
Gen Z Work Culture: Navigating the Changing Work Ethic
Hours of screen time, social media, digital natives - this is what most of the people associate Gen Z with. What about the work culture of Gen Zers? As the workforce continues to evolve, there's a growing need to understand the shift in work ethic and perception among the younger generations. Generation Z, in particular, is bringing a fresh perspective to work culture that's different from their predecessors, the millennials. Employers and startups must adapt to these changes to attract and reta
Niklas RickmannMay 31, 2023
Welcome to MVST, Robert!
Our Team counts a new member! 🚀 Please give our new MVST family member Robert a warm welcome! We are thrilled to have Robert join our outstanding team, and we wish him all the best for this new chapter. To help you get to know our new team member, we've gathered some interesting facts about him. About Robert * Full Name: Robert Grawe * Home country: Germany 🇩🇪 * Position: Working Student Founder Associate Please Tell Us a Bit About Your Background I'm 22 years old, and I'm current
Niklas RickmannJun 06, 2023
Turbocharge Your Software: The Ultimate Guide to Building a Lightning-Fast Caching System!
As a developer, I always love to make an analogy between software architecture and real-life stories. So let’s say my son asked me: "What is the result of multiplying 125 by 22?" It will take me some seconds before I got the right one, and that’s our normal request to the server, then after some minutes my little daughter comes to me and says: "Papa, what is the result of multiplying 125 by 22?" In this case, I will directly answer because I still remember it from earlier. Now my daughter is imp
Niklas RickmannJun 13, 2023Designing the Future: How AI is Revolutionizing UI/UX
MVST Figma Event: 6th round here we come! ChatGPT, DALL·E 2 and other AI have taken the world by storm and open up unprecedented possibilities. The almost unlimited opportunities extend into numerous areas - but what about UI/UX design? What opportunities does AI hold within the design industry? And what are the current trends? We are super stoked to launch another Figma Munich Meetup on this very topic! 🚀On 25th May 2023, 7pm (CEST) we will host a virtual event with the topic "Designing the
Niklas RickmannJun 13, 2023
1 min
Welcome to MVST, Christoph!
Our Development Team counts a new member! 🚀 Please give our new MVST family member Christoph a warm welcome! We are thrilled to have Christoph join our outstanding team, and we wish him all the best for this new chapter. To help you get to know our new team member, we've gathered some interesting facts about him. About Christoph * Full Name: Christoph Gruber * Home country: Germany 🇩🇪 * Position: Working Student Fullstack Development Please Tell Us a Bit About Your Background I sta
Niklas RickmannJun 06, 2023
Welcome to MVST, Philip!
Our Product Team counts a new member! 🚀 Please give our new MVST family member Philip a warm welcome! We are thrilled to have Philip join our outstanding team, and we wish him all the best for this new chapter. To help you get to know our new team member, we've gathered some interesting facts about him. About Philip * Full Name: Philip Brinkmann * Home country: Germany 🇩🇪 * Position: Senior Product Manager Please Tell Us a Bit About Your Background I am a founder at heart and a pas
Niklas RickmannJun 06, 2023
Welcome to MVST, Alexander!
Our Finance Team counts a new member! 🚀 Please give our new MVST family member Alexander a warm welcome! We are thrilled to have Alexander join our outstanding team, and we wish him all the best for this new chapter. To help you get to know our new team member, we've gathered some interesting facts about him. About Alexander * Full Name: Alexander Steinmetz * Home country: Germany 🇩🇪 * Position: Working Student Finance Please Tell Us a Bit About Your Background During my apprentices
Niklas RickmannMay 16, 2023
How to Find Your Startup Niche in 2023
Finding the right niche for a new business venture ensures that you will be marketing your goods and services to the right people. Plus, understanding the unique needs and pain points of your business idea will put you in a unique position for offering value and achieving growth. During the process of launching a startup, finding the right niche is a crucial step. Read on to learn more about the methods you can use to pinpoint what your ideal customer looks like. Start With a Thorough Assessm
Niklas RickmannAug 23, 2023
10 Must-Have AI Tools for Web Development, UX/UI Design & Online Marketing
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been making waves in various industries and has been revolutionizing the way we live and work. In recent years, AI has not only made astonishing progress in the working world but also produced some unusual creations such as generating rap songs and poems. A novel written by AI even almost won a book prize. It has also been used to take and pass a highly sophisticated exam in the United States. While AI has the potential to transform the way we work and live, it
Niklas RickmannApr 02, 2024
Welcome to MVST, Amine!
Our Development Team counts a new member! 🚀 Please give our new MVST family member Amine a warm welcome! We are thrilled to have Amine join our outstanding team, and we wish him all the best for this new chapter. To help you get to know our new team member, we've gathered some interesting facts about Amine. About Amine * Full Name: Amine Gharbi * Home country: Tunisia 🇹🇳 * Position: Working Student Fullstack Development Please Tell Us a Bit About Your Background As a Tunisian softwa
Niklas RickmannJun 06, 2023
Product & Strategy in 4 Steps at MVST
Product management is just as important for our projects as design and development. The product managers are the ones who first get in touch with the clients and supervise, guide, influence and monitor the entire phase of a project. They make sure that the schedule is met and that everyone is satisfied. At MVST, we place an extremely high value on a good and productive collaboration with our clients - from start to finish! The process of how Product and Strategy work for us is presented here in
Niklas RickmannAug 29, 2025
How Edge Functions Can Improve The Performance Of Your Website
As the world of web development continues to evolve, more tools and techniques are available to improve website performance. One of the most powerful of these tools is edge functions and serverless computing. This technology is becoming increasingly popular among developers and businesses that want to provide their users with a faster, more responsive and custom web experience possible. In this article, we are going to jump into the world of edge functions and explain what this technology is an
Niklas RickmannJun 14, 2023
Welcome to MVST, Victoria!
Our Design Team counts a new member! 🚀 Please give our new MVST family member Victoria a warm welcome! We are thrilled to have Victoria join our outstanding team, and we wish her all the best for this new chapter. We've gathered some interesting facts about her to help you get to know our new team member. About Victoria * Full Name: Victoria Adamonis * Home country: Belarus 🇧🇾 * Position: Junior Product Designer Please Tell Us a Bit About Your Background So I’ve been working as a UX
Niklas RickmannMay 16, 2023
Welcome to MVST, Pau!
Our Development Team counts a new member! 🚀 Please give our new MVST family member Pau a warm welcome! We are thrilled to have Pau join our outstanding team, and we wish her all the best for this new chapter. To help you get to know our new team member, we've gathered some interesting facts about him. About Pau * Full Name: Pau Civill * Home country: Spain 🇪🇸 * Position: Fullstack Developer Please Tell Us a Bit About Your Background After finishing high school, I started working as
Niklas RickmannJun 06, 2023
Welcome to MVST, Aileen!
Our Design Team counts a new member! 🚀 Please give our new MVST family member Aileen a warm welcome! We are thrilled to have Aileen join our outstanding team, and we wish her all the best for this new chapter. To help you get to know our new team member, we've gathered some interesting facts about her. About Aileen * Full Name: Aileen Moroney * Home country: Spain 🇪🇸 * Position: Junior Product Designer Please Tell Us a Bit About Your Background My journey into product design was an
Niklas RickmannMay 23, 2023
Mobile Development In 6 Steps At MVST
With the growing number of mobile users worldwide, mobile apps have become a significant platform for companies to engage with their customers. However, developing mobile apps can be a complex and challenging task, and without a clear process in place, it can quickly become overwhelming. A mobile application development process is a set of guidelines, best practices, and procedures that a development team follows to create a mobile app. This process covers all aspects of app development, from i
Niklas RickmannNov 22, 2023
Minimum Efforts, Maximum Results with MVP
Minimum Viable Products (MVPs) are not only but foremost a game changer for startups and entrepreneurs with low budgets and low-risk range. MVPs allow you to validate your ideas with minimum effort and resources while maximizing results and outcomes. In this article, we will dive deep into the concept of MVPs and explore how they can be used to bring your business model to life with maximum impact and minimum risk. We'll examine the key principles behind MVPs and when they are best used and pro
Niklas RickmannJun 13, 2023
The 6-Step Web Development Process at MVST
Web development is a complex and dynamic field that requires careful planning and execution to create high-quality and user-friendly websites. A well-defined website creation is essential for successful projects as it helps ensure that the project is completed on time, within budget, and meets the expectations of all stakeholders. Having a process in place allows for a clear understanding of the project's goals, responsibilities, and timelines. It provides a roadmap for the development team to
Niklas RickmannNov 22, 2023
Welcome to MVST, Ahmed!
Our Development Team counts a new member! 🚀 Please give our new MVST family member Ahmed a warm welcome! Today we would like to introduce you to Ahmed who joins our MVST family today! We are so happy that he is part of our great team and we wish him all the best for the new chapter. To get to know our new employee we collected some facts... About Ahmed * Full Name: Ahmed Klai * Home country: Tunesia 🇹🇳 * Position: Fullstack Development Intern Please Tell Us a Bit About Your Backgroun
Niklas RickmannJun 14, 2023
2 min
Welcome to MVST, Gökhan!
Our Development Team counts a new member! 🚀 Please give our new MVST family member Gökhan a warm welcome! Today we would like to introduce you to Gökhan who joins our MVST family today! We are so happy that he is part of our great team and we wish him all the best for the new chapter. To get to know our new employee we collected some facts... About Gökhan * Full Name: Gökhan Şişman * Home country: Turkey 🇹🇷 * Location: Team Munich * Position: Fullstack Developer Please Tell Us a Bit
Niklas RickmannAug 23, 2023
Design Trends We Will See in 2023
In digital product design, solutions-based thinking is vital. When it comes to creating a successful UX/UI design portfolio, this maxim still applies. A UX design portfolio should showcase your multi-disciplinary talents and communicate a preoccupation with the total user and customer experience from end to end. Portfolios should include detailed case studies and a high-level demonstration of design skills. Product designers who want to present a top-notch product design portfolio should also
Niklas RickmannJun 14, 2023
Welcome to MVST, Nawres!
Our Development Team counts a new member! 🚀 Please give our new MVST family member Nawres a warm welcome! Today we would like to introduce you to Nawres who joins our MVST family today! We are so happy that she is part of our great team and we wish her all the best for the new chapter. To get to know our new employee we collected some facts... About Nawres * Full Name: Nawres Ncib * Home country: Tunisia 🇹🇳 * Location: Team Munich * Position: Working Student Fullstack Development Pl
Niklas RickmannFeb 20, 2024
Thanks for 2022
Hey everyone, The end of the year is always the time to reflect. 2022 has been a wild ride. The MVST family grew up to 46 employees. We had the chance to start new partnerships and build on existing ones. We build more than +12 digital products, completed +20 projects, invested in (pre)seed startups, moved into our new office space in Barcelona, and many many many more. All in all: our 2022 was a blast 🚀 Without our employees, friends, and partners this would not have been possible. That's wh
Niklas RickmannDec 06, 2023
How To Create a Product Design Portfolio That Gets You Hired
A product design portfolio is an essential tool when looking for a job as a graphic designer. A clean and straightforward approach is crucial to create a portfolio that allows your work to stand out. An excellent design portfolio landing page will help you land a job by showing potential employers that you have experience in the field. The design portfolio is the product designer's curriculum vitae. It will help you tell the story behind your past work and show how you think about design. Only
Niklas RickmannJun 13, 2023
Welcome to MVST, Hedi!
Our Development Team counts a new member! 🚀 Please give our new MVST family member Hedi a warm welcome! Today we would like to introduce you to Hedi who joins our MVST family today! We are so happy that you are part of our great team and we wish you all the best for your new chapter. To get to know our new employee we collected some facts... About Hedi * Full Name: Hedi Ghodhbane * Home country: Tunisia 🇹🇳 * Location: Team Munich 🇩🇪 * Position: Fullstack Developer Please tell us
Niklas RickmannAug 23, 2023
Welcome to MVST, Karl!
Our Development Team counts a new member! 🚀 Please give our new MVST family member Karl a warm welcome! Today we would like to introduce you to Karl who joins our MVST family today! We are so happy that you are part of our great team and we wish you all the best for your new chapter. To get to know our new employee we collected some facts... About Karl * Full Name: Karl Nielsen * Home country: Denmark 🇩🇰 * Location: Team Barcelona 🇪🇸 * Position: Fullstack Development Intern Please
Niklas RickmannAug 23, 2023
MVST’s Journey – Get to Know our Co-Founder Niklas
Freelancing, founding your own business, taking the risk – for many people working independently is the dream but at the same time they are afraid of jumping into the deep end. But our Co-Founder Niklas thinks that the world we live in right now offers the perfect place and time to realize your goals. Why? The opportunities to share your ideas have never been greater. And how do we know that? Because MVST itself was founded only three years ago and made huge progress. Want to know more? Just re
Niklas RickmannAug 23, 2023
Welcome to MVST, Xavier!
Our Development Team counts a new member! 🚀 Please give our new MVST family member Xavier a warm welcome! Today we would like to introduce you to Xavier who joins our MVST family today! We are so happy that you are part of our great team and we wish you all the best for your new chapter. To get to know our new employee we collected some facts... About Xavier * Full Name: Xavier Espinós Ferrer * Home country: Spain 🇪🇸 * Location: Team Barcelona 🇪🇸 * Position: Fullstack Developer Pl
Niklas RickmannAug 23, 2023
Welcome to MVST, Betül!
Our Development Team counts a new member! 🚀 Please give our new MVST family member Betül a warm welcome! Today we would like to introduce you to Betül who joins our MVST family today! We are so happy that you are part of our great team and we wish you all the best for your new chapter. To get to know our new employee we collected some facts... About Betül * Full Name: Betül Karagöz * Home country: Turkey 🇹🇷 * Location: Team Munich 🇩🇪 * Position: Working Student Fullstack Development
Niklas RickmannAug 23, 2023
MVST Figma Munich Meetup – Wrapped Up!
On Thursday, the 13th of October, we got ready for an awesome evening: We once again hosted an amazing virtual Figma Munich Meetup! This time we chose the topic "How to create a UI/UX design portfolio that will get you hired!” With our extra special guests and speakers: * Gabriela Ospina from Wolt * Steven Busuttil from Personio * Henry Schmidt from Konzepthaus * Marcus Hauer from Babbel * Philipp Klaus from MVST … and over 350 people listening and showing interest in this amazing topic!
Niklas RickmannNov 07, 2023
Types of Developers Explained
The digital world wouldn’t be the same without the hard work of software developers. They are the ones that provide user experience and easy access to technology for people around the world. Those in the field of development have an understanding of numerous tools to get the most out of programming, including Git services, IDEs, databases, and scripting. There are many different types of developers, each with their own specialties and responsibilities. Front-end, back-end and full stack develop
Niklas RickmannJun 13, 2023
React Native vs. Flutter: Which Fits Your Needs?
Once you have settled on an app idea, you can begin the Mobile app development process. However, one of your first decisions can be whether to use React Native or Flutter, two of the most popular frameworks for creating cross-platform apps. And that’s tricky! These juggernauts have the support of two of the biggest tech companies on the planet, Google and Meta. So what is better, React Native or Flutter? Well, our in-depth comparison of Flutter vs. React Native's features, benefits, and drawba
Niklas RickmannJun 13, 2023
Become a UX/UI Designer: Best Online Courses
The tech industry is booming! Companies centered around technology are looking for impressive individuals to work on their teams. Therefore, the number of jobs in the field has been growing steadily for years. And these job openings are not going to slow down any time soon. They will only grow in number to keep up with the developments in technology we are witnessing as consumers. Are you curious about this sought-after career? Continue reading as we explore the path to becoming a UX or UI des
Niklas RickmannJun 13, 2023
What Is Voice User Interface and How To Design It
We’ve all come to rely on Amazon Alexa, Apple Siri, and Hey Google Assistant for service. These virtual assistants (VA) infiltrated our homes and devices and established a relationship. Voice User Interfaces (VUIs) of tech giants like Google, Apple, and Amazon dominate the market. Siri and Google Assistant rank at 36% voice share, and everyone wants a piece of the volatile voice recognition market valued at 13.65 billion in 2020. A voice interface definition is simply an electronic component t
Niklas RickmannJun 19, 2023
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Design Industry: In-Demand Design Jobs 2023
In today's society, having a career in design is more demanding than ever. Good visual design has become essential to success, with so many businesses and products competing for attention. As a result, at the recent job market the demand for designers continues to grow yearly. And according to recent estimates, the design field is expected to experience significant job growth over the next decade. So if you're interested in pursuing a career in design, now is your time to act. Most In-Demand
Niklas RickmannJun 13, 2023
How to get Investors for your startup
Investors can be valuable for any company, including startups. If you find the right one, you can gain expertise, a better network, financial help, and everything else your business needs. However, getting the right investors for startups can be difficult journey. So, how do I get investors for my startup idea? How do I approach investors with a good business pitch? We will answer all these questions within this article – so stay tuned! What Is a Startup Investor? An investor is a person or
Niklas RickmannAug 23, 2023
Welcome to MVST, Matheus!
Our development team counts a new member! 🚀 Please give our new MVST family member Matheus a warm welcome! Today we would like to introduce you to Matheus, who becomes a new member of our MVST family today! We are so happy that you are part of our great team and wish you all the best for your new chapter. To get to know our new employee we collected some facts... About Matheus * Full Name: Matheus Lacerda Lustosa * Home country: Brazil 🇧🇷 * Location: Team Munich 🇩🇪 * Position: Chi
Niklas RickmannAug 23, 2023
Best Product Design Tools: Everything You Need for a Good Design Workflow
Being a good product designer comes with having a wide range of hard & soft skills. But what you also need is a prime Toolkit, that helps you structurise your workflow in excellence. That’s why we talked to our product designers at MVST to find out what the most helpful product design tools are. From design tools to plug-in tools. Read through our article to learn more. The 10 Best Tools for Product Designing in 2023 There are a lot of tools out there that provide support for product designe
Niklas RickmannJun 07, 2023
Welcome to MVST, Anton!
Our development team counts a new member! 🚀 Please give our new MVST family member Anton a warm welcome! Today we would like to introduce you to Anton, who becomes a new member of our MVST family today! We are so happy that you are part of our great team and wish you all the best for your new chapter. To get to know our new employee we collected some facts... About Anton * Full Name: Anton Wyrowski * Home country: Germany 🇩🇪 * Location: Team Munich 🇩🇪 * Position: Fullstack Develop
Niklas RickmannAug 23, 2023
Startup Vs. Corporate: What Suits You Best
Startups and corporate agencies provide employment opportunities for graduates or anyone looking for a job. But, have you ever wondered which one comes out on top as the best job opportunity for you? While most job seekers favor corporate companies, some prefer beginning their careers in startups. It comes down to a person’s preference and the opportunity to work in an environment that allows you to grow. Ultimately, it can be challenging to decide which path to take. This article examines th
Niklas RickmannAug 23, 2023
Welcome to MVST, Valentina!
So happy to see our team growing! 🚀 Please give our new MVST family member Valentina a warm welcome! Today we would like to introduce you to Valentina, who becomes a new member of our MVST family today! We are so happy that you are part of our great team and wish you all the best for your new chapter. To get to know our new employee we collected some facts... About Valentina * Full Name: Valentina Chimento * Home country: Italy 🇮🇹 * Location: Team Barcelona 🇪🇸 * Position: UX/UI Des
Niklas RickmannDec 13, 2023
Welcome to MVST, Marisa!
So excited to announce another team member! 🚀 Please give our new MVST family member Marisa a warm welcome! Today we would like to introduce you to Marisa, who becomes a new member of our MVST family today! We are so happy that you are part of our great team and wish you all the best for your new chapter. To get to know our new employee we collected some facts... About Marisa * Full Name: Marisa Morell * Home country: Germany 🇩🇪 * Location: Team Munich 🇩🇪 * Position: Working Stude
Niklas RickmannAug 23, 2023
Welcome to MVST, Vinicius!
Our team is growing and growing! 🚀 Please give our new MVST family member Vinicius Lima da Mata a warm welcome! Today we would like to introduce you to Vinicius, who becomes a new member of our MVST family today! We are so happy that you are part of our great team and wish you all the best for your new chapter. To get to know our new employee we collected some facts... About Vinicius * Full Name: Vinicius Lima da Mata * Home country: Brazil 🇧🇷 * Position: Fullstack Developer 👨💻
Niklas RickmannAug 23, 2023
Welcome to MVST, Luis!
Our team has gained a new member! 🚀 Please give our new MVST family member Luis Molina Mateo a warm welcome! Today we would like to introduce you to Luis, who joined our MVST family today! We are so happy that you are part of our team and wish you all the best for your new chapter. To get to know our new employee we collected some facts... About Luis * Full Name: Luis Molina Mateo * Home country: Spain 🇪🇸 * Location: Team Barcelona 🇪🇸 * Position: Fullstack Developer 👨💻 Backgro
Niklas RickmannJun 27, 2023
The Must-Have Tools & Resources for Entrepreneurs & Startups
Starting your own business can be scary. The flood of information is overwhelming, there's a lot of paperwork, and at the end of the day, you could use some help. But where should you even start? That's why we defined the best tools for startup founders to support you along your journey to entrepreneurship. Startup Tools help streamline the process of starting your business, from naming and expanding your business to getting funding. There are various startup resources for 2022 for designing
Niklas RickmannApr 05, 2024
Welcome to MVST, Florian!
Our team has gained a new member! 🚀 Please give our new MVST family member Florian Steinhofer a warm welcome! Today we would like to introduce you to Florian, who joined our MVST family today! We are so happy that you are part of our team and wish you all the best for your new chapter. To get to know our new employee we collected some facts... About Florian * Full Name: Florian Steinhofer * Home country: Germany 🇩🇪 * Location: Team Munich 🇩🇪 * Position: UI/UX Designer 🧑🎨 Pleas
Niklas RickmannJun 27, 2023
Welcome to MVST, Mohamed!
Our team is growing and growing! 🚀 Please give our new MVST family member Med Amine Hamdouni a warm welcome! Today we would like to introduce you to Amine, who becomes a new member of our MVST family today! We are so happy that you are part of our great team and wish you all the best for your new chapter. To get to know our new employee we collected some facts... About Amine * Full Name: Med Amine Hamdouni * Home country: Tunesia 🇹🇳 * Location: Team Munich 🇩🇪 * Position: Fullstack
Niklas RickmannJun 26, 2023
Welcome to MVST, Sergio!
The MVST family is growing again! Please give our Fullstack Developer Sergio Diaz Llobera a warm welcome! Today we would like to introduce you to Sergio, who becomes a new member of our MVST family today! We are so happy that you are part of our great team and wish you all the best for your new chapter. To get to know our new employee we collected some facts... About Sergio * Full Name: Sergio Diaz Llobera * Home country: Spain 🇪🇸 * Location: Team Barcelona 🇪🇸 * Position: Fullstack
Niklas RickmannJun 27, 2023
Welcome to MVST, Nicole!
The MVST family is growing again! Please give our Content Manager Nicole Eisebraun a warm welcome! Today we would like to introduce you to Nicole, who becomes a new member of our MVST family today! We are so happy that you are part of our great team and wish you all the best for your new chapter. To get to know our new employee we collected some facts... About Nicole * Full Name: Nicole Eisebraun * Home country: Germany 🇩🇪 * Location: Team Munich 🇩🇪 * Position: Content Marketing Man
Niklas RickmannDec 13, 2023
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Welcome to MVST, Óscar!
The MVST family is growing again! Please give our Product Designer Óscar J. Preciado a warm welcome! Today we would like to introduce you to Óscar, who becomes a new member of our MVST family today! We are so happy that you are part of our great team and wish you all the best for your new chapter. To get to know our new employee we collected some facts... About Óscar * Full Name: Óscar J. Preciado * Home country: Mexico 🇲🇽 * Location: Team Barcelona 🇪🇸 * Position: UI/UX Designer 👨
Niklas RickmannJun 27, 2023
Welcome to MVST, Haroon!
The MVST family is growing again! Please give our Fullstack Developer Haroon Ahmad a warm welcome! Today we would like to introduce you to Haroon, who becomes a new member of our MVST family today! We are so happy that you are part of our great team and wish you all the best for your new chapter. To get to know our new employee we collected some facts... About Haroon * Full Name: Haroon Ahmad * Home country: Pakistan 🇵🇰 * Location: Team Barcelona 🇪🇸 * Position: Fullstack Developer �
Niklas RickmannJun 27, 2023
How To Nail Usability Tests Like A Pro
Designing digital products and building them with state-of-the-art technologies like React Native or Flutter is part of the success of an awesome app. But a beautiful design and a rock-solid technology stack won’t be enough. Chances are high we all entered a website or opened an app we did not know how to navigate through. To avoid that, products have to go through an iterative design process. To ensure our products are functional and intuitive, we do a lot of User testing. So let’s dive into d
Niklas RickmannDec 13, 2023
UX/UI Design Tips: Shadows
As an agency for UI/UX design and product development in Munich and Barcelona, we have gained a lot of experience from various projects over the years. We would like to share some of our insights with you. In this article we are taking a closer look at product design and the creation of shadows. Table of content * Why UI/UX design is important * Simple tricks to elevate your designs * Practice makes perfect The design of a product is crucial for its success Especially when it comes to di
Niklas RickmannDec 13, 2023
Welcome to MVST, Daniel!
Our team is growing and growing! 🚀 Please give our new MVST family member Daniel Ferreira a warm welcome! Besides our main location in Munich, we now also have an office in the beautiful city of Barcelona. Today we would like to introduce you to Daniel, who becomes a new member of our MVST family today! We are so happy that you are part of our great team and wish you all the best for your new chapter. To get to know our new employee we collected some facts... About Daniel * Full Name: Dan
Niklas RickmannDec 13, 2023
Figma Meetup: A leader's perspective of what makes a good designer
Our Figma Meetup is back for its 4th time and we couldn't be happier about this event's topic: "How to become a good designer - a leaders perspective." Why did we choose it? Because we know that there are many curious young designers out there who want to be high up. We'll get you in touch with brilliant senior designers who will share their experiences in the business and tell you what really matters! ❗️Don't miss this opportunity to join us 🇺🇸🇬🇧 The event will be in English. SCHEDULE
Niklas RickmannDec 13, 2023
A review on 2021 at MVST
And once again, a year has passed! Together with you, we would like to look back on 2021. Take a short journey with us. Wow, what a year! We still can't quite believe everything that happened in 2021. We have continued building and designing great digital products for our friends and customers this year. But most of all we are proud of our great team. Especially in the last year, we recruited many talented people from all over the world who are working on our projects with full enthusiasm. A n
Niklas RickmannDec 13, 2023
Welcome to MVST, Pedro!
Our team is growing and growing! 🚀 Please give our new MVST family PEdro member a warm welcome! Besides our main location in Munich, we now also have an office in the beautiful city of Barcelona. Today we would like to introduce you to Pedro, who becomes a new member of our MVST family today! We are so happy that you are part of our great team and wish you all the best for your new chapter. To get to know our new employee we collected some facts... About Pedro * Full Name: Pedro Henrique
Niklas RickmannDec 13, 2023
Welcome to MVST, Mathias!
Our team is growing and growing! 🚀 Please give our new MVST family member Mathias Fortuna a warm welcome! Besides our main location in Munich, we now also have an office in the beautiful city of Barcelona. Today we would like to introduce you to Mathias, who becomes a new member of our MVST family today! We are so happy that you are part of our great team and wish you all the best for your new chapter. To get to know our new employee we collected some facts... About Mathias * Full Name: M
Niklas RickmannDec 13, 2023
Welcome to MVST, Maiela!
Our team is growing and growing! 🚀 Please give our new MVST family member Maiela Zurutuza a warm welcome! Besides our main location in Munich, we now also have an office in the beautiful city of Barcelona. Today we would like to introduce you to Maiela, who becomes a new member of our MVST family today! We are so happy that you are part of our great team and wish you all the best for your new chapter. To get to know our new employee we collected some facts... About Maiela * Full Name: Mai
Niklas RickmannDec 13, 2023
MVST goes Barcelona!
As you may have heard, we have opened a second branch of MVST in the middle of 2021 - this time not in Germany but in sunny Spain, in Barcelona to be precise! For us, it was pretty clear at an early stage that MVST would not remain in Munich as a single location. But where should the journey go first? We reflected a lot and evaluated the pros and cons of different countries and cities. In the end we had to choose between Barcelona and Lisbon - and decided to go for Barcelona! We are super happy
Niklas RickmannDec 13, 2023
