About Me
Technical Skills
- Extensive, standards-compliant knowledge of XHTML & CSS front-end coding
- Experience in PHP, SQL & MySQL programming
- Use of Adobe Photoshop CS2
- Knowledge of SEO (Search Engine Optimization) techniques
- Use and customisation of the Drupal 6 & WordPress CMS systems
- Client-side scripting in JavaScript & AJAX
- Syndication in RSS & XML
- Good web standards knowledge - W3C WAI & use of Strict DOCTYPE
I've been developing websites for 3 years, but I speak plain English and won't baffle you with technical jargon, allowing you to focus on your idea, while I take care of all the technical work.
I'm currently a student of the Maidstone Grammar School sixth form, studying Maths, Computing, Music and Media Studies A-levels, subjects which help me a great deal with my web development.
I have experience with both development of the front-end of the site, the actual design that you see on the page, and also with the back-end programming, which allows systems like ecommerce to be built. The back-end work also involves developing content management systems (CMS), which allow the site owner to update their page content themselves, in a user-friendly text editor.
My websites not only conform to the strictest web standards, but I also have a good knowledge of search engine optimisation techniques, which move your website up in the Google, Yahoo and MSN search results.
I also write a blog about all things webby, and then some. Have a read if you like!
