So you need a website...

I can help you with that. To get the process going, simply contact me. Additionally, there are a few basics you should be thinking about which will make the process run much more smoothly. With the exception of one thing, none of this is necessary, however the more information you can give me, the better your site will be. The only thing that you really need to do is...

Decide what your message is!
In other words, CONTENT, CONTENT, CONTENT! No matter what your site looks like, the most important thing will the content, which is what your site actually says. Only you know what your goal is, so spend a few minutes thinking about what you want it to say. The more pre-written content you give me, the better your site will be. Though you don't need to do this prior to my starting work on it. Owner bios, contact information, and company history are all things that could be included somewhere on your site.

Do you have a specific layout, design, or color scheme in mind?
When I talk about layout, it's what developers call "look and feel." How is the site layed out? Where is the menu or site navigation? A good, clean layout makes your site visually appealing, and having an intuitive nagivation or menu plays a significant role in how effective your site will be. Some people prefer a navigation menu along the top, some along the left or right sides. When it comes to color, if you have an existing logo, that's a good start. If you already know essentially what you want, I can work with you make your vision become reality. If not, you can always find a site you want to emulate (emulate, not copy!), or browse a site like Free CSS Templates to get ideas.

If you want something with a lot of graphics, or need custom logo work or branding, I know several great designers who we can work with.

Advanced thoughts: Will you want a blog? Will you be selling anything?
Blogs are a very popular additon to most sites. This is an additional feature, but can be done without much trouble.

If you are building an e-Commerce site you are entering into the world of advanced websites. You will need a database to house your products, and you will need a secure payment processor. There are many options here, and we can discuss what will be best for your needs.

Interested? Contact Me
Email : russjstrong at gmail dot com
Twitter : @russkw