Case Study: Firebase + SwiftUI Social App for Creators
Bill VivinoOriginally published at billvivino.github.io
Overview
We helped a founder launch a scalable, media-rich iOS app for creators to share short-form content (videos, GIFs, images) and connect in curated groups. Our task: stabilize the codebase, add real-time media support, and optimize Firebase for scale.
What We Delivered
Dynamic Firebase feed system
Video & GIF support with custom caching
Push notifications via Firebase Functions
Modular SwiftUI Toolkit for posts + profiles
Node.js backend integration
React dashboard for analytics via BigQuery
Tech Stack
SwiftUI, AVKit, Nuke, Firebase (Auth, Firestore, Functions), Node.js, React
Results
Launched to 3000+ early access users
Media upload/playback stable on iOS
Firebase cost reduced with batching
Real-time features increased engagement
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Bill Vivino
Bill Vivino
I currently work as a contract/freelance software developer for various large and small-business clients, billing a full-time income in software development business receipts over the past year. I received the Robert H. Goddard Award for my work with NASA and achieved "top-rated" status in software development for my work on Upwork. I have developed many full-stack iOS, Android, and Web applications in native and cross-platform languages and frameworks on top of robust backends. I have also developed a Unity/C#-based app for the NASA visitor center and games for various clients. My apps are published in the Apple App Store, Google Play Store, and on the web. I have a B.S. in computer science from Rutgers University in 2004. I achieved a 4.0 GPA in my subject area.