Dev For Designers

The development can vary depending on complexity, size of site, and other factors. We'll discuss during our initial chat. For uncomplicated, "normal-sized" sites, it takes approximately 4 to 6 weeks.

Delivery of all required files, communication, and your responsiveness also plays a factor.

I use the premium Beaver Builder theme for all website projects.  

Most developers have an exclusive, go-to theme because they know how to use it expertly to build amazing creations, just like a photographer has their camera of choice (Nikon, Canon, etc.).

More than just a cute face, Beaver Builder is matchless because...

✓ It’s customizable, so I have the freedom to create and build to spec.

✓ The functionality and advanced features make it easy to implement a custom design.

✓ Optimized for speed, SEO, responsiveness, and integrates seamlessly with other premium services (like email marketing, for example.).

✓ They stay on top of all of the latest trends, security, and more.

✓ It’s user-friendly and can easily grow as the business grows.

I could seriously go on and on. 

Totally. I typically include a limited time of pre-paid hosting with my preferred host, WordKeeper*, as part of your project and handle all of the tech tasks involved making the site live.  If your client has another host we can use them instead.

As you probably know, all hosts are NOT created equal. If your client has a sub-par host, be prepared for possible bumps or extra fees from their host or by my team if we have to spend a significant amount of time setting things up or dealing with/fixing issues with their host.

*Hosting with WordKeeper also comes with a plethora of additional benefits such as fast load times, a free SSL certificate, superb support, and more. If you also elect to include ongoing Care & Maintenance as part of the project benefits for your client, each care plan includes WordKeeper's Basic (hosting) Plan for no additional fee. More details about Care & Maintenance + Hosting found here.

NOTE: WordKeeper hosting does NOT include email hosting. I recommend Google Workspace for email if your client doesn't already have this set up.

There are several costs associated with a website that your client is responsible for. During your project, I'll provide you with trusted, highly-rated, and reliable sources for the services they'll need if these aren't already squared away. 

If applicable to your client, you can expect fees for things like:

• Domain Name (your client's URL).
• Email Hosting (not a website fee, but is a URL related cost to have professional email addresses set up).
• Website Hosting: Unless you enroll in the Care & Maintenance Plan (where hosting is included). Hosting is something don't want to skimp on, this is one of those "You get what you pay for." services. 
• SSL Certificate: Some hosts include an SSL for free, some web hosts may charge a fee. (It's included at no charge with my hosting.) If configuration of an SSL requires a significant amount of time, there will be an additional fee to install and set up.
• Other outside services or sub-contractors for specialized services. For things like their email marketing service, copywriting, e-commerce, project management, course or membership software, special plugins, other specialized software, advanced SEO, SMTP configuration, DMARC set up, extensive technical assistance, or advance custom coding for custom functionality, etc.
• Custom web fonts (if applicable), images, graphics, or other visuals.
• Policies: Generation of must-have legal policies is paid directly to their chosen service. I'll provide you with my trusted recommendations.
• Continued ongoing care and support: Your quote will detail the amount of support and ongoing care you'll have during and after your project. Once the included support timeline is complete, you client will be able to continue with website maintenance, support, and hosting with one of these plans, if they so choose.
• Licenses for software: The use of my developer licenses for products used on your website is included after launch for the specified amount of time described in your quote. After that, they can choose to continues using my licenses or purchase their own. However, if your client enrolls in a Care, Maintenance + Hosting Plan, these annual license fees are waived as long as they continue with that service. Any other software you need where I do not hold the licenses, you or your client will purchase.
• Services for GDPR, Accessibility, or other regulatory or necessary compliance: I'll provide you with trusted recommendations for some of these services and/or experts during our project and will assist in some basic compliance practices and implementation. 

We'll discuss specifics during our initial chat and during the project. Here are the usuals:

• Design files (XD, Figma, or Adobe Illustrator can work in a pinch)
• Graphic files
• Logo files
• High res Images
• Hex codes for colors
• Client login information (I'll give you a list of what I'll need)
• Timely feedback and responsiveness with questions
• A smile!

BONUS: Be a developer's best friend with these: 🙂

• Organize images or copy into folders for example: team, about page, services, etc.
• Name images and graphics an SEO-friendly name. Example: child-iceskating.jpg vs 122jir7s.jpg