Real problems deserve real solutions
Apps built with intention—independently or in partnership
Solutions built from real problems, not market trends
Russ T. Bus is an independent software studio focused on solving real-world challenges. Each application addresses a specific gap in the market where existing solutions fall short.
Mental health tracking that fits into daily life. Athletic recruitment tools that prioritize genuine connection over constant online presence. Development utilities that help teams work more efficiently.
Some projects are built entirely in-house. Others are created through partnerships with collaborators who share a vision for solving a specific problem. In those cases, we handle the code, deployment, and technical foundation while sharing decision-making and bringing our partner's branding to life. The approach changes, but the commitment to solving real problems stays the same.
Purpose-driven applications designed to solve problems that matter.
You good?
Traditional journaling creates barriers for many people who need mental health tracking. The pressure to write detailed entries, maintain consistency, and produce polished thoughts prevents effective self-monitoring.
UGUD? reduces mental health tracking to its simplest form. One tap to log your current state. Optional voice or text input for additional context. Pattern tracking without the burden of traditional journaling.
Created in partnership with social media influencer AnnaRileyOK, UGUD? combines technical execution with authentic insight into modern mental health challenges.
Mental health tracking without the journaling burden
- One-tap mood check-ins with emoji selection
- Voice or text entry—whatever feels natural
- Visual trend tracking over time
- No streaks, no guilt, no pressure
Athletic recruitment without social media overload
College recruitment demands online visibility. Highlight reels, consistent posts, stats, active social media presence. But constant screen time shouldn't be the price of opportunity.
Scout gives athletes the visibility they need without the social media overload. Automated posts from game photos, scheduled content, and comprehensive profiles that showcase athletic achievements without the distraction.
- Comprehensive athlete profiles with stats and highlights
- Automated social media content generation
- Post scheduling for consistent visibility
- QR codes for tournament backpack tags
- Recruiter marketplace for college coaches
- Team and family subscription options
Better prompts, better code
Many developers struggle with conversational code generation tools. The output is often generic, template-driven, and fails to meet specific requirements. The issue isn't the technology itself, but how it's being prompted.
Promptli bridges the gap between vague requests and precise, actionable prompts. Through interactive refinement, it transforms basic ideas into detailed specifications that produce custom, production-ready code.
Prompt engineering made accessible
- Interactive prompt brainstorming
- Clarifying questions to refine requirements
- Optimized output for Claude Code, ChatGPT, Cursor
- Learn what makes prompts effective
Stop wasting gas on bad routes
Running errands shouldn't mean driving twice the distance you need to. Multiple stops across town, inefficient routes, arriving at closed businesses. Time and fuel wasted on poor planning.
Pathly optimizes multi-stop routes to minimize distance and time. Add your destinations, set time constraints, and let the optimization engine find the most efficient path. The app checks business hours to prevent wasted trips and exports directly to your preferred navigation app.
Multi-stop route optimization that actually works
- Add unlimited stops with visual map preview
- Smart optimization using business hours and time constraints
- Set arrival windows and service duration per stop
- Export to Apple Maps, Google Maps, or Waze
- Track progress with visit status during execution
- Save and reuse common route templates