My name is Michael and I’m an award winning freelance WordPress, web design, front-end developer based in the Chesterfield, Sheffield and Derby area, but I do work with clients around the world. I work with other freelancers, sole traders and small to medium businesses helping them with designing and building website solutions in WordPress as well as offering support and other Internet based related services.
Services
I offer a large range of services aimed at small to medium businesses, below are few I provide.
WordPress Services
Themify Services
Web Design
Web Consultancy
Web Management
Social Media
Portfolio
I specialise in web standards and I web design in WordPress.
The Edtech Podcast
The Edtech Podcast is about improving the dialogue between ‘ed’ and ‘tech’ through storytelling, for better innovation. Ms Bailey approached me with regards to making a website that has a more professional look (she was currently using a free website service, which she found limiting), to stand out from the crown and have 'punch', to attach listeners and potential sponsorships.
The Bressingham Gardens
To build a multi-template WordPress website which incorporates longevity and future proofing, scores 85+ in Google PageSpeed Insights and is fully mobile responsive, both of which aids Search Engine Optimisation (SEO).
Freedom Charity
Created a fresh, modern website for Freedom Charity.
Godwick Turkeys
Godwick Turkeys specialising in producing quality free range turkeys for Christmas. I create them a new e-commerce website with a new modern look and feel (User Interface, UI), a better user experience (UX) and improved user journey.
Testimonials
Here is feedback from some of my satisfied clients.
“I would highly recommend Michael for any web build project. Since launch I have had multiple positive comments about the website and I will be working with Michael to ensure I am on top of SEO as the website goes into it’s first few months.”
Sophie Bailey – Founder
The Edtech Podcast
“When we first contacted Michael, he was an avid reader of our website and he accepted to help us a little with design and layout. Later, we hired him properly to improve the usability of our website and to make it easier to navigate. He did not disappoint us. Working with Michael has always been enjoyable and we would recommend him anytime.”
Damien Thivolle, Co-founder and webmaster
icy-veins.com
“Michael is very pleasant and easy to work with and always also happy to help us out with any other computer based queries. He’s also helped us with all of our Social Media advertising and has made an incredible difference – for the better – to our business. Thank you Michael!”
Alwynn and Lisa Morris – Owners
In2Frames
“Fantastic facilitation by Michael! You make it easy for me to ensure that everything is going smoothly according to my plan. The job you did is very professional, very successful and the website is very attractive which is always enjoyed by all indeed.”
Hussein Ahmed – Owner
hornfuture.com
Articles
Some of my thoughts and opinions about all things web with the occasional tutorial.
Which Apple iPad is right for you?
Are you confused with regards to which iPad to buy? Look no further as my helpful guide will help you decide.
How I learned WordPress
An article on how I learned the Content Management System, WordPress.
Tools of the Trade 2014
In this article, I write about the tools I use in my day-to-day projects and WordPress development.
@Synology I have a DS216j NAS, can I create a VPN Host Server on it using the VPN Server, similar to Tunnelbear, ExpressVPN, NordVPN? i.e my *own* VPN Server?