Web development service questions
Practical answers for evaluating scope, technology, migrations, and ongoing support.
What is included in a web development service?
The exact scope depends on the system, but an engagement can include discovery, architecture, interface and application development, content modeling, API integrations, testing, deployment, documentation, and launch verification. The written scope identifies which deliverables apply before work begins.
How much does it cost to hire a web developer?
Cost depends on the existing system, project boundaries, integrations, content volume, accessibility requirements, and delivery risk. After reviewing those details, I provide a written scope so you can evaluate the work and its assumptions before deciding to proceed.
Can you migrate an existing website without losing its search visibility?
Migration planning can account for existing URLs, redirects, metadata, structured data, internal links, analytics, and content. No migration can guarantee unchanged rankings, but preserving important signals and validating the launched site reduces avoidable technical risk.
Do you work with WordPress and Strapi?
Yes. I can improve or integrate an existing WordPress or Strapi setup, create content and API workflows, or help evaluate a migration to Next.js or another architecture when the current platform no longer fits the project.
Do I need Next.js, React, or a custom web application?
Not always. The right approach depends on what the website must do, who maintains it, how content is published, and which systems it connects to. Discovery should confirm whether a custom application adds enough value to justify its complexity.
Can you improve performance and accessibility on an existing site?
Yes. I can audit rendering and loading behavior, Core Web Vitals risks, keyboard and screen-reader barriers, semantic structure, and common frontend accessibility issues, then implement an agreed set of prioritized improvements.
Do you provide ongoing website maintenance?
Yes. Maintenance can cover planned updates, bug fixes, dependency and security reviews, performance checks, content-system support, and incremental feature work. The responsibilities and response expectations are defined for each engagement.
Do you provide web development services in Tampa Bay?
Yes. I am based in Tampa Bay and work with organizations in Tampa, Port Richey, New Port Richey, and surrounding communities. I also support remote projects across the United States when the work is a good fit.