Software Project Rescue
84EM provides software project rescue services for stalled and abandoned builds, broken integrations, and failed migrations, on any platform and any stack.
Stalled or abandoned builds
84EM takes over from a developer who went quiet or a vendor that shut down.
Test coverage from zero
Add the suite a rushed build never got.
Security & dependency audit
Patch the critical vulnerabilities and outdated packages.
Recoverability call
A senior read on whether to salvage or rebuild.
What kinds of projects does 84EM rescue?
84EM takes on builds that stopped moving, half-finished vendor work, AI builds stuck on the last 10%, and projects that ran out of budget mid-build. Platform and stack don’t matter; the work starts from whatever the last developer left behind.
Developer Went Silent
Emails go unanswered, the codebase is out of reach, and there's no documentation. Just silence.
Previous Vendor Delivered Half-Finished Work
The delivery never matched the proposal, and now they've moved on to other clients.
AI Build Got Stuck
The AI got the project 90% of the way there, and the remaining work turned out to be the hard part.
Budget Ran Out
The original estimate was wrong, the scope crept, and now there's a half-built project with no plan to finish it.
How does 84EM take over a stalled project?
Three steps: assess the existing code and hosting, stabilize what’s broken or incomplete, then finish and deliver the work. The same engineer handles it from assessment through delivery.
Assess
A senior engineer reviews the existing codebase, architecture, hosting environment, and documentation (if any exists).
Stabilize
84EM maps out what's broken, what's incomplete, and what's worth keeping. If a different approach would cost less in the long run, you'll hear that up front.
Deliver
84EM brings the project to production: clean code, documentation, deployment to your hosting, and a handoff that makes sense. When it's done, you own the code, the accounts, and the hosting.
> RUNNING_RESCUE_DIAGNOSTICS... [84EM_ASSESSMENT]
> CODEBASE_REVIEW: COMPLETE
> DEPENDENCY_SCAN: VULNERABILITIES_PATCHED
> TEST_SUITE: IMPLEMENTED
> DOCUMENTATION: GENERATED
> DEPLOYMENT_PIPELINE: CONFIGURED
> HANDOFF_STATUS: READY
Rescue Work 84EM Has Done
WordPress Security Remediation and Site Modernization
A company's site had accumulated security vulnerabilities and years of outdated code that made every update risky. 84EM resolved every finding from the audit, reorganized the codebase, and cut page weight by roughly 80%.
What to Expect When Someone Takes Over Your Broken Site
The last developer stopped answering. This walkthrough covers what happens next: getting access back, the assessment, the fix-or-rebuild call, and how to keep it from happening again.
Rescue Work by Platform and Stack
Website and WordPress Rescue
A website project that stalled mid-build, or a WordPress site that came out of the last engagement broken. 84EM gets access back, audits the code and hosting, and finishes or rebuilds the parts that need it. If the site was compromised, malware cleanup and security hardening are part of the job.
E-commerce and WooCommerce Rescue
A store that breaks on every plugin update, loses orders, or a migration that stopped halfway. 84EM stabilizes checkout, payments, and inventory sync, then documents what changed.
Outsourced Code and Vendor Handoffs
Code an outside vendor delivered that doesn't run, doesn't match the spec, or nobody can maintain. 84EM reviews the codebase, tells you what's usable, and finishes the build.
Business Systems and Integrations
A CRM, ERP, or payment integration that was started and abandoned. 84EM traces the data flow, repairs the broken syncs, and gets the connection reliable again.
Andrew partnered with my team to build a custom learning platform tailored to our unique needs. We specifically appreciated his expertise balanced with creativity and practicality. When presented with a new project, Andrew created multiple approach options that we could configure as necessary. He delivered work on budget and on schedule, and, on top of it all, is thoroughly enjoyable to work with!
Frequently asked questions.
What kinds of projects does 84EM rescue?
Stalled builds, vendor abandonments, brittle codebases, and half-finished platforms. If a previous team couldn't deliver, 84EM figures out what's salvageable and builds a plan to ship. Any platform, any stack, including stalled AI builds from Replit, Cursor, or similar. See Project Rescue for details.
Can 84EM fix a hacked website?
Yes. Malicious code removal, site hardening, and breach monitoring implementation.
My website is slow. Can 84EM help?
Yes. Diagnosis covers hosting, database, plugin, image, and caching issues with real performance measurements.
Will I work directly with the engineer doing the work?
Yes. 84EM's principal engineer is the point of contact and the accountable party from scoping through deployment. For larger engagements, a network of developers and specialists is brought in, but communication and accountability stay with the principal engineer.
Do I own the code 84EM writes?
Yes. All custom code is owned by the client, with full repository access, documentation, and no lock-in.
How do I get started with 84EM?
Contact 84EM to discuss your requirements, timeline, and budget. No commitment required.
Project stalled?
Say what went sideways. 84EM reviews what exists and tells you what it will take to finish.
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