Web Development
by David Demko
Professional IT Services
So...you want to build a web site
Let's assume that you have already come to the decision that you and/or your business has determined that you need a web presence. With that, let's take a look at some of the items you will need to consider before beginning to put your web site together.
The links on the left lead to specific topics of discussion which will give you a good starting point and some direction as to what your next step is. They are set in a good starting order, so, if you start from the top and work your way through the list it will essentially give you a good outline of some considerations.
The Introduction gives a basic overview of what is necessary to define and build your site and is a great place to start...read more
What is the purpose of your web site? It is an important early step in the development process to determine what the actual purpose of your web site is going to be...read more
One of the most important aspects of the creation process is the planning of the web site. The more time and effort put forth in this area now will yield great results for you...read more
Once your web site is well planned you need to develop the structure of your web site. What are going to be the main pages of your site...read more
How are your web site visitors going to find their way around your web site? Now is the time to look at the navigational structure of your web site...read more
Defining the goals, both short and long term, for your new web site is an essential tool to measure the success of your new web site...read more
So, now with all this planning done, it is time to get an idea as to the actual design of your web site. There are many tools you can use for developing the base design...read more
If you are going to complete the web site by yourself then there are some good rules to follow and some available tools you can use...read more
If you are considering to hire a professional to design your web site then this section will provide you with some good questions to ask and some good research tools...read more
The last two areas of this site provide some valuable resources and my contact information for any questions or assistance you may need.