# Northerd - Modern Software Development & Infrastructure

> Finnish software development and infrastructure consulting company based in Kajaani, Finland.

## About Northerd

Northerd (operated by We Web Hosting, Y-tunnus: 2536101-3) provides software development and infrastructure services with a focus on reliability, security, and clear communication. We work with clients who value quality delivery and transparent processes.

## Services

### Web & API Development
- React / Next.js frontend development
- Node.js / Python / Rust backend APIs
- Database design and optimization (PostgreSQL, Redis)
- Third-party integrations (payment, auth, APIs)
- Performance optimization and caching

### Automation
- CI/CD pipeline setup (GitHub Actions, GitLab CI)
- Zero-downtime automated deployments
- Automated backups with tested recovery
- Monitoring with Prometheus, Grafana
- Custom Python/Bash automation scripts

### Cloud & Network Infrastructure
- Cloud infrastructure (AWS, GCP, Hetzner)
- Secure remote access (WireGuard, OpenVPN)
- Reverse proxy, load balancing, CDN setup
- VLAN and network segmentation
- Firewall configuration

### Security Consulting
- Server and application hardening (CIS benchmarks)
- Security audits and vulnerability assessments
- SIEM setup (Loki, Elasticsearch, Wazuh)
- Intrusion detection (Suricata, OSSEC, Crowdsec)
- Incident response planning

### Managed Hosting & Maintenance
- Fully managed VPS and dedicated servers
- Linux system administration
- 24/7 monitoring with alerting
- Automatic security updates
- 99.9% uptime SLA

## Technologies

Programming: React, Node.js, TypeScript, Python, Rust, Go, C, C++
Infrastructure: Linux, Docker, Nginx, PostgreSQL, WireGuard, Suricata, Proxmox, Ansible

## Contact

- Website: https://www.northerd.com
- Email: info@northerd.com
- Location: Kajaani, Finland
- Business ID: 2536101-3

## Related Projects

- NortherCodes: https://www.northercodes.com - Open source project registry and Git hosting platform

## Key Differentiators

1. Fixed pricing with clear scope - no hourly billing surprises
2. Security built into every delivery
3. Finnish company, GDPR compliant, EU jurisdiction
4. Full source code ownership for clients
5. Long-term partnership approach with ongoing support