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Cost Breakdown: What developers need to know

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Written by Clyde Snodgrass
Updated over 4 months ago
  • The cost of integrating a third-party application into 1Roof varies based on the complexity of the service and the specific integrations required. Unlike traditional platforms that charge high onboarding and subscription fees, 1Roof operates on a pass-through cost model, meaning that any costs associated with development are paid directly to the developers with no markup from 1Roof.

  • Factors Influencing Development Costs

  • Integration Requirements: Costs vary depending on whether a developer is using 1Roof’s existing APIs or requiring custom integration with additional features like unified wallet access, automated identity verification, or advanced analytics.

  • Infrastructure and Scaling Needs: Since 1Roof operates as a large-scale monolithic application, ensuring smooth scaling requires careful backend optimizations. The platform is built using Node.js, PostgreSQL, AWS, and React, which provide scalability and flexibility for developers joining the ecosystem.

  • Compliance and Security Requirements: Identity verification through Plaid and Stripe, fraud prevention, and KYC/AML compliance mechanisms are crucial but come with additional integration expenses.

  • Hosting and Cloud Services: While 1Roof provides access to a robust cloud infrastructure, applications that require additional computational resources may incur extra hosting costs.

  • Scaling a Monolith Application Within 1Roof

  • A monolithic architecture like 1Roof’s requires specialized handling to ensure that new services integrate seamlessly while maintaining high performance. Developers working within 1Roof must consider:

  • Database Optimization: PostgreSQL is used for structured data management, ensuring smooth transaction processing across various marketplaces.

  • Microservice Compatibility: While 1Roof currently operates as a monolithic system, we support modular service extensions that allow developers to build out features without disrupting existing workflows.

  • Load Balancing & Traffic Handling: AWS-based scaling mechanisms ensure that as new applications gain traction, resources are efficiently allocated to maintain optimal performance.

  • Transparent Cost Structure

  • 1Roof does not seek to profit from development or integration fees. Instead:

  • Any buildout or integration costs are billed at cost and paid directly to the developers who perform the work.

  • Developers can reduce costs by leveraging 1Roof’s existing toolkits, avoiding unnecessary redevelopment.

  • Transaction fees (ranging from 5% to 20%) are structured to cover platform maintenance, with no hidden markups or unexpected charges.

  • By structuring costs this way, 1Roof ensures that developers can focus on scaling their applications without being burdened by exorbitant fees or unpredictable expenses.

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