Why Plainlytech?

Why did we start this? The most common frustration, technical debt. Technical debt is everywhere frustrating everyone. Technology has come a long way but the problems of abstraction have been compounding. According to Stackoverflow’s 2024 survey, the number one frustration for Developers, Individual Contributors and People managers is technical debt.

Plainlytech was born out of that shared frustration. We’ve seen firsthand how overly complex systems, confusing interfaces, and quick fixes lead to long-term chaos. That’s why our mission is simple: deliver technology that works plainly, clearly, and without unnecessary overhead. We believe solutions should make sense—not just to engineers, but to the people using them every day.

Our team is made up of highly educated, experienced professionals who focus on solving real problems with clarity and precision. We’re not here to add layers. We’re here to remove them. Whether you’re managing a classroom, a lab, or a small business network, we believe in providing solutions that are straightforward, reliable, and—most importantly—built with people in mind.

Plainlytech is proud to call Humboldt County home—a quiet gem in the beautiful Pacific Northwest region of California, surrounded by towering redwoods and coastal air. Just like the forest we live among, we believe in building systems that are strong, simple, and enduring.

At Plainlytech, we pair technical depth with high-quality, human-first service. No jargon, no nonsense. Just support that makes your systems work better, and lives a little easier. That’s why we started Plainlytech, and that’s why we’re here.