Blog Category: Web Development

An organization’s digital marketing efforts often rely upon the foundation of a precisely crafted and well-optimized website that simplifies the process of publishing and managing content. Good web development practices are critical to success.

We cover a number of topics in this category including WordPress security and tips for keeping your website from getting hacked, technologies like HTTP2, Node.js, CSS, and yes, even Flash, and techniques for improving website performance, such as enabling caching, using shared libraries, and properly setting up redirects. We also discuss good development practices such as agile methodologies and the importance of building sustainable deployment practices to make sure your team and website alike are primed for the long haul.

We hope this information helps our clients and others better understand the importance of a strong technology foundation upon which to build any online business or marketing endeavors. If you’re looking for help with building, improving, or optimizing your website, check out our web development services.

08.31.2020

Migrating to Gutenberg: Frequently Asked Questions

Posted by Veronica Bagnole in UX Design, Web Development tagged with Gutenberg, website redesigns, wordpress

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Considering a website redesign sometime soon? In this post, we answer common questions on how Wordpress’ “Gutenberg” editor has changed the website redesign process. If you're thinking about migrating to Gutenberg, read on. Read More ›

06.28.2019

The Pros and Cons of Using WordPress Plugins

Posted by Veronica Bagnole in Software Development, Web Development tagged with front end development, tips, wordpress

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In this post we explore the pros and cons of using WordPress plugins and how you can choose the right plugins for your site. Read More ›

02.01.2019

How to Keep a Website Project on Budget

Posted by Tim Frick in Business Strategy, Design, Software Development, UX Design, Web Development tagged with project management, website redesigns

Website projects are notorious for going over budget, but it doesn’t have to be this way. We've picked up a few tricks over the years to address the most common website project budget issues. We hope you find them helpful. Read More ›

01.03.2019

Should I Upgrade to WordPress 5.0 with Gutenberg?

Posted by Tim Frick in Accessibility, Business Strategy, Software Development, Web Development tagged with Gutenberg, website redesigns, wordpress

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WordPress 5.0 with the new “Gutenberg” editor is now out. In this post, we cover several important things to consider before upgrading your WordPress website. Read More ›

12.13.2018

When you Should—and Shouldn’t—Redesign your Website

Posted by Veronica Bagnole in Software Development, Web Development tagged with website redesigns

In this post, we discuss what to consider when planning a website redesign and when other options might be better for your budget and schedule. Read More ›

06.10.2018

Use a Page Weight Budget to Speed Up Your Website

Posted by Tim Frick in Sustainability, Web Development tagged with project management, website performance, website redesigns

In this post, we cover how a page weight budget can make your website faster and more sustainable with a better user experience while also helping you build team consensus on performance goals. Read More ›

02.24.2016

Build Better Digital Products and Services With This White Paper on Agile Methods [Free Download]

Posted by Tim Frick in Business Strategy, Design, Software Development, UX Design, Web Development tagged with agile

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Whether running a business, building a home, or creating software, the ability to adapt to always changing real-world circumstances is Read More ›

01.14.2016

Green Hosting from Mightybytes

Posted by Tim Frick in Business Strategy, Software Development, Sustainability, Web Development

The single most important thing you can do to reduce the environmental impact of your website or digital product is to power it with renewable energy. Here's how Mightybytes helps our clients reduce their environmental impact with emissions-free website hosting. Read More ›

11.12.2015

Seven Lessons From Website Redesign Projects

Posted by Tim Frick in Business Strategy, Content Strategy, Design, Digital Marketing, SEO and SEM Strategy, Software Development, Web Development tagged with website redesigns

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Website redesigns offer great potential to improve your business and meet marketing goals. But these projects also have many moving parts. In a recent panel, leaders from several Chicago organizations shared expertise on how to navigate a site overhaul with ease. Read More ›

10.13.2015