Here's the kind of work I can do for you:
Content Management Systems
Content Management Systems like Drupal or Joomla! allow a designer to create a look and feel for your website, but give you the the freedom to change and add content yourself. I will work with you to build a simple multi-page website using these powerful systems. If you have specific needs, such as galleries, forums, collaborative authoring, or customer feedback forms, I can deploy, customise or create a CMS module with specialised functionality tailored to your needs.
iPhone App Development
The iPhone and iPod Touch allow Internet websites and applications to be accessed on the go. Sometimes mobile devices are used for productivity, or sometimes just for fun. I have experience with both creating web applications optimised for the small iPhone screen, or Cocoa Touch applications written to run on these devices.
Custom Websites and Web Applications
Content Management Systems work for most people, but sometimes you need a tailor made web solution: either a unique design, or specialised database functionality. I'll work with you to craft the website you need. I can even integrate new functionality into your existing website as a separate web application.
Website Repair
Do you already have a website, but something isn't working right? Usually a quick fix is easier and less expensive than building an entirely new one. I can work with you to repair your existing website and get it back up and running.
Open Source technologies
There are many online technology systems that are freely available on the Internet: Moodle for online learning, phpBB for online forums and discussion, MediaWiki for knowledge building, or Gallery2 for online photo galleries. Knowing which ones to use and how to deploy them to your website will save you time and money. I'll help you pick the solution that's right for you and configure it to your needs. This solution can be integrated into your existing website, or customised for added features or security.
Mobile Web Enhancement
Most websites work poorly with mobile devices. It's difficult both to read the information on the site, or to navigate around it to find what you're looking for. I can build you an alternate interface to your existing site to work with these mobile devices. This can be done without changing your existing site.
Database Design and Development
Databases store large amounts of information. Websites use databases to compare and organise this information and present it to the user. A bad database design can slow a website down to a crawl, something that won't be obvious until after the website has gone online. With a decade of experience dealing with hundreds of thousands of records in SFU Surrey's CMS database, I'll ensure your database queries are optimised for maximum speed and efficiency.
Search Engine Optimisation
The techniques of Search Engine Optimisation (SEO) ensure that people using search engines like Google or Bing! have a better chance of finding your site. I can help you set site keywords and structure site URLs to improve your website search engine rank.
Anything else you need?
Don't see what you're looking for here? New technologies come into use every month on the Internet. I'm happy to explore any new (or old) technology you need. And if it's a technology that's commonly used on the Internet today, you won't be charged for the research time. Please feel free to contact me with your needs.
