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    Downtown Columbus, Ohio

    Software Development & AI Consulting in Columbus, Ohio

    DevAO is a Columbus-based, veteran-owned software firm helping Central Ohio companies modernize legacy applications, migrate to the cloud, and put AI to work. Local team, downtown office, and the delivery muscle to ship fast.

    Your technology partner in Central Ohio

    Founded in 2017 and headquartered at 175 S. Third St in downtown Columbus, DevAO works alongside businesses across Franklin County and the wider Central Ohio region. Being local means we can sit down with your team in person — for discovery sessions, architecture workshops, and project reviews — not just over a video call.

    We serve the Columbus metro and surrounding communities including Dublin, Westerville, Hilliard, Gahanna, Grove City, and New Albany, partnering with startups, established mid-market companies, and public- sector agencies. As a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), we bring military-grade discipline and accountability to every engagement.

    What we build for Columbus businesses

    End-to-end software, cloud, and AI services delivered by a team you can meet in person.

    Custom Software & App Development

    Web and business applications built for Columbus startups, mid-market firms, and agencies — from greenfield builds to rescuing stalled projects.

    Cloud Migration & Modernization

    Move Central Ohio workloads to AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud with right-sized, cost-optimized architecture and modern DevOps.

    AI Integration & Automation

    Practical AI woven into the tools your team already uses — automating workflows and surfacing insight, deployed in weeks, not quarters.

    Legacy Application Modernization

    Transform aging systems into maintainable, cloud-native software without halting day-to-day operations.

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    Columbus Software Development FAQs

    Common questions from Central Ohio businesses considering DevAO.

    Does DevAO work with businesses in Columbus, Ohio?

    Yes. DevAO is headquartered in downtown Columbus at 175 S. Third St, Suite 200, and Columbus and Central Ohio are our primary service area. We work on-site and remotely with companies across Franklin County and the surrounding region, and we also serve clients nationwide.

    What software services does DevAO offer in Central Ohio?

    We provide custom software development, legacy application modernization, cloud migration and modernization (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud), AI integration and workflow automation, and DevOps implementation for Columbus-area businesses, startups, and government agencies.

    Is DevAO a local Columbus company?

    Yes. DevAO LLC was founded in 2017 and is based in downtown Columbus, Ohio. As a locally owned Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), we bring a local team and on-the-ground availability to Central Ohio engagements.

    Can DevAO meet in person with Columbus clients?

    Absolutely. Being based downtown means we can meet face-to-face for discovery sessions, architecture workshops, and project reviews with clients throughout the Columbus metro area, including Dublin, Westerville, Hilliard, Gahanna, Grove City, and New Albany.

    How do I get a consultation with a Columbus software developer at DevAO?

    Call us at +1-614-816-9888, email info@dev-ao.com, or use the form on our contact page. Local consultations are free, and we typically respond the same business day (Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–6:00 PM EST).