Secure Your Project with a Software Health Check

Not All Working Code Is Healthy Code

Just because a software project runs doesn’t mean everything is fine. Accumulated technical debt, unreadable code, non-modular structures, and a lack of testing may seem harmless at first—but can turn into serious issues over time.

Whether your project is in the MVP phase or entering a scale-up stage, having a comprehensive health check by a fresh pair of eyes can prevent future disasters and set a solid foundation.

What Is a Software Health Check?

A software health check is a systematic technical analysis that helps you assess the current state of your software project. It evaluates areas like code quality, architecture, performance, security, and long-term maintainability.

The goal is to provide an "X-ray" of your system—to identify both the strengths and hidden weaknesses, and to uncover any technical risks before they escalate.

When Do You Need a Health Check?

Every software project can benefit from a health check, but in some situations, it becomes absolutely critical:

• Before an Investment Round: To provide clear technical metrics to investors.
• During a Pivot or Scaling Phase: To assess whether your architecture and infrastructure can handle growth.
• After Team Changes: When new developers join and need a clear understanding of the codebase.
• If Performance Issues Arise: Such as slow modules, frequent timeouts, or high resource usage.
• When Using Outsourced Development: To ensure the quality and maintainability of externally delivered code.

How Does the Health Check Process Work?

A software health check is a multi-dimensional process that typically includes.

1. 1. Scope Definition

   Defining which layers of the project will be reviewed: backend, frontend, database, infrastructure, CI/CD, testing pipelines.

2. 2. Code and Architecture Review

   Analyzing code readability, standards compliance, duplication, testability, and overall architecture, including modularity, domain separation, and service dependencies.

3. 3. Performance and Security Audit

   Identifying bottlenecks such as heavy queries, slow endpoints, and latency. Reviewing potential security risks and checking OWASP Top 10 compliance.

4. 4. Testing Infrastructure Review

   Assessing test coverage, automation level, and the quality of unit/integration tests. Sustainable code must be testable and verified regularly.

5. 5. Reporting and Action Plan

   Delivering a visual, detailed technical report. The findings are prioritized, and a roadmap is suggested for short-, medium-, and long-term improvements.

Key Benefits of a Health Check

1. 1. Reveals Hidden Technical Issues

   Makes complex structures, weak testing areas, and unmaintainable legacy code visible and actionable.

2. 2. Builds Investor Confidence

   A transparent, well-documented technical report boosts credibility during funding rounds or M&A processes.

3. 3. Improves Software Quality

   Critical bugs are caught early. The result is a faster, safer, and more stable system.

4. 4. Clarifies the Roadmap

   With an accurate picture of your technical state, you can make informed strategic decisions: "When should we refactor?", "Which part of the system will fail first under load?"

5. 5. Fewer Surprises, More Control

   Unexpected bugs in production damage team morale and client trust. A proactive health check minimizes this risk.

Conclusion: Solid Foundations, Scalable Projects

Launching a product is only the beginning—ensuring it’s technically sustainable is what leads to long-term success. Often, small oversights in architecture or code grow into major blockers later.

A proper software health check doesn’t just uncover problems—it also empowers you to build a higher-quality, scalable, and secure platform.

If you're preparing for investment, dealing with performance issues, or just want peace of mind before scaling, a health check is your best move.

At Momentup, we offer a technical deep-dive from an external, expert perspective. We scan your project, provide detailed diagnostics, and deliver actionable insights—so you can grow with confidence.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How long does a health check take?

   Depending on the size and complexity of the project, it typically takes between 15 to 60 business days.

2. Will this slow down our developers?

   No. The process is conducted in coordination with your team and doesn’t interfere with daily development work.

3. Is infrastructure also reviewed?

   Yes. Cloud services, CI/CD pipelines, version control, and deployment processes are also examined.

4. What deliverables do we receive?

   You receive a detailed technical report, a prioritized action plan, and a list of suggested improvements for immediate and future implementation.