Frequently Asked Questions

The cost of a basic website can vary depending upon how extensive the content is, and many other factors.  However, a basic website usually costs within the range of $500 to $1200. Contact me for a free price quote.

A database-driven web site (also known as a web application) is an excellent solution.  You can log in to an administrative area of your website, make changes, click save and you're done. The application will place the new or modified information online in a pre-formatted style that matches your website.

Because of the many factors involved in custom web application development, prices vary.  Please contact me for a free price quote.

My specialty is ColdFusion or "Classic" ASP for server-side programming. I also have extensive experience in JavaScript for client-side programming. I work with Access, MySQL and MS SQL databases. I do not offer programming services in PHP, ASP.Net, JSP or Perl at this time.

I offer simple solutions such as PayPal shopping cart integration with an existing website, or custom online stores based on the powerful Yahoo Merchant Services platform.

There are many factors involved such as how quickly the client can supply content, revisions, approvals, etc. Basic websites tend to take 2 to 4 weeks.  Web applications (database-driven websites) take longer as custom programming is involved.

Web hosting is a service that provides a physical location in which a web site resides. Customers' websites are stored on computer servers located in secure and climate-controlled environments and permanently connected to the Internet through high-speed data lines.

Yes, I offer web hosting services. I am a reseller of services from HostMySite.com. In my many years of experience in this field, I have dealt with many lemons. HostMySite offers the most options, and by far the best customer service in the industry, using fast and reliable servers. I offer annual plans starting at $128/year.

An initial consultation is conducted to gather requirements for the project. Requirements include the goals of the project, the structure of the website (such as an outline).

The next phase is design; in this phase, an outline of the content is used, along with your logo (if you have one), to create mock-up designs of how the site might look.

Once a design is approved, the website is created using content that you provide, and will be placed online for your review/approval before going "live".

Next, Search Engine Optimization needs to be considered.  I take a list of key phrases (words that people would use to find your website from a search engine), and using specialized analysis software, modify the website content to maximize search engine results and drive more traffic to your site.

Finally, when the website is approved and online, I provide maintenance services to keep your project up to date and functioning properly.

I check websites that I develop in the most common web browsers (covering about 98% of all web browsers in use today). Although there may be slight appearance differences, every effort is taken to make the experience as similar as possible. Thorough testing is conducted in the following browsers:

• Microsoft Internet Explorer 6
• Microsoft Internet Explorer 7
• Microsoft Internet Explorer 8
• Mozilla Firefox
• Apple Safari
• Opera
• Google Chrome

I have over 10 years of experience as a professional web designer, working for Walt Disney World, I led a team that created interactive online training materials and simulation-based training. I've also worked for EA Games as a web designer, and a few small businesses as well. I now work for myself, which allows me to offer my services at a low cost to my clients and focus exclusively on their needs.

My many years working for the Walt Disney Company taught me that customer service is one of the most important things in a business. If you treat a customer (client) right, they will come back... AND they will tell their friends. I have seen many instances where web developers are overwhelmed, or simply don't care. I enjoy what I do, and I have a long list of happy clients. I'm confident you'll be pleased with my responsiveness to you.

I accept personal and business checks. I also accept major credit cards and PayPal direct fund transfers through my Online Payment Center.

I operate the business from my home in Clermont Florida. This allows me to keep overhead low, to provide services at a lower cost, and supports my family's environmental efforts by eliminating unnecessary commuting.

Yes. Upon request. Contact me for more information.