Client Tasks

Client specific tasks may vary based on the type of website (e.g., e-commerce, cms, portfolio) and the technologies you choose to use.

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Goals
What are you aiming to achieve with your website? (Examples: increase sales, improve brand presence, generate leads.)
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Timeline
What is your ideal timeline for this project? (Examples: specific launch date or general timeframe.)
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Assets
Please provide any available images, logos, brand colors, text, fonts, music, or videos you would like included in the design.
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Design Inspiration
Share examples of websites or designs you admire to help guide the creative direction.
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Social Links
Include links to your company’s social media profiles for seamless integration.
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Contact Information
Provide your company’s main email address and any additional relevant contact details.
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Domain Name
If you already own a domain, please provide it. If not, I can assist with domain selection and setup.
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Budget
Outline your budget range to align expectations, scope, and deliverables.
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Website Features
List any specific features you would like included (e.g., blog, ecommerce, user login, booking system, custom animations).
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Content Readiness
Will you be providing finalized content (text, images, videos), or will content writing and design assistance be needed?
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Hosting & Maintenance
Do you need help setting up hosting or ongoing maintenance after the site is launched?
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What are your must-have pages or sections?
(e.g., Home, About, Services, Blog, Contact, FAQs)
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Will you need help writing the content?
Do you need new content written, or just tweaks to your current text?

My Tasks

Every project is unique. My process may vary depending on the type of website (e.g., e-commerce, CMS, or portfolio) and the technologies best suited for your goals.

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Discovery & Planning

Before development begins, I define the purpose and direction of the project.

Tasks:

  • Understand the purpose of the website and define measurable goals.
  • Identify the target audience and user needs.
  • Research competitors and similar websites.
  • Review client materials (brand guide, assets, or previous site).
  • Determine project scope, timeline, and deliverables.
  • Select the most suitable platform (e.g., Webflow, WordPress, Drupal, or custom React).
  • Outline page structure and content strategy.
  • Create a prototype for approval before design or development begins.
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Design & Creative Direction

Focus on visuals, layout, and user experience (UX/UI).
Tasks:

  • Design the user interface (UI) — layouts, typography, color palette, and imagery.
  • Ensure strong UX flow (navigation clarity, accessibility, and responsiveness).
  • Prepare mockups and prototypes (Figma, or Webflow prototypes).
  • Collect client feedback and finalize design revisions.
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Development & Setup

The technical setup phase — where everything becomes functional.

Tasks:

  • Choose and configure the CMS (Webflow, WordPress, Drupal, or a custom backend with Supabase).
  • Set up hosting environment and CMS structure (collections, templates, and fields).
  • Configure domain and DNS settings.
  • Implement SSL certificates (HTTPS) for security.
  • Build responsive layouts across breakpoints.
  • Integrate animations, interactions, and motion design (where applicable).
  • Connect Supabase for database management, authentication, or API integrations when custom functionality is required.
  • Ensure accessibility (WCAG) and performance best practices.
  • Optimize images, videos, and media for fast loading.
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Functionality & Integrations

Enhance the site with interactive and dynamic features.
Tasks:

  • Add CMS functionality for easy content updates.
  • Set up forms, databases, and dynamic content filtering.
  • Integrate Google Analytics and Tag Manager.
  • Connect email marketing or CRM tools (HubSpot, Mailchimp, etc.).
  • Add SEO fields and schema markup.
  • Configure automation tools (Zapier, Make, etc.).
  • Add third-party integrations (booking, e-commerce, membership, or custom plugins).
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Content & SEO

Ensure your site communicates clearly and ranks effectively.
Tasks:

  • Import or create finalized content (text, images, videos).
  • Edit, proof, and align copy with the client’s tone and goals.
  • Implement SEO best practices: meta tags, alt text, heading hierarchy.
  • Ensure page titles, slugs, and descriptions are optimized.
  • Create redirects (301s) from old URLs if migrating a site.
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Testing & Quality Assurance

Before launch, everything is tested and refined.
Tasks:

  • Test on all major browsers (Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Edge).
  • Test across devices (desktop, tablet, mobile).
  • Verify form submissions and database entries.
  • Check accessibility (keyboard navigation, color contrast).
  • Validate performance using Lighthouse or PageSpeed Insights.
  • Confirm responsive layouts and animations.
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Launch & Deployment

This is the exciting stage, where everything comes together and your website goes live for the world to see. I handle all the final checks to ensure a smooth and successful launch.

Tasks:

  • Back up data and make sure everything is up-to-date.
  • Point the domain to the live site (configure DNS and hosting).
  • Verify SSL and security settings are fully active.
  • Submit the sitemap to Google Search Console for indexing.
  • Perform a soft launch for internal testing and review.
  • Make the site public and test all live links, forms, and pages one last time.
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Post-Launch Maintenance & Support

Keep the site running smoothly and updated.
Tasks:

  • Update plugins, themes, and extensions regularly.
  • Monitor uptime and fix bugs or errors.
  • Back up site data periodically.
  • Review analytics and make data-driven improvements.
  • Provide client support, training, and documentation for ongoing updates.
  • Offer monthly or quarterly maintenance plans.

Testimonials

Sincere thanks to everyone who has shared their positive experiences.

Juwairiya Firoz

AEM content Author

“Crystal is the best Developer I have ever known. I call her the Encyclopedia of coding knowledge with unmatched troubleshooting skills. Working with her had been an absolute honour. She is Reliable, efficient and incredibly fast. She brings excellence to everything she does. Anyone would be so lucky to associate with her.”

Juwairiya Firoz

KA Mitchell

High level Sports Program Curator

“For anyone looking for a web developer, Crystal The Developer is your go to. They exceed in Professionalism, On time Delivery, Attention to Detail, and Clear Communication. Crystal and her team were careful to not only address our organization’s current needs, but also offered cost effective strategies that would help us expand in the marketing space and reach our five- and ten-year goals. After working with Crystal The Developer and her team, we will absolutely look nowhere else for our digital services. On behalf of United Elite Basketball Club – Thank You.”

KA Mitchell

Stephen Brown

ODAIN'S PLASTER RESTORATION INC.

“Crystal has made me a beautiful design for my business logo. She really shows the art skills and love. I really appreciate you. My clients love my Logo as well. Next is my business web design that I know  your going to do amazingly with. Thank you crystal.”

Stephen Brown

Kimberly Jordan Allen

WRITER | EDITOR | BRAND STRATEGIST

“Crystal is skilled, thoughtful, and professional as she relays potential solutions that suit client needs and goals. She's a responsive team player, a skillful communicator, and exudes an effortless ease that can only positively serve teams.”

Kimberly Jordan Allen

Valerie Bessette

Digital Brand Lead

“I had the chance to work with Crystal and she helped me deliver high quality projects, I have been so pleased with her work, work ethic and attitude. Always there to help and always delivering the best work on time. Amazing leader and mentor.”

Valerie Bessette

Ricardo Peters

Sr. Enterprise Support Manager

“Crystal is a solid developer with many years of experience capable of handling demanding projects with tight deadlines. Dependable, knowledgeable, and communicative are some of the qualities that set Crystal apart.”

Ricardo Peters

Reuben Segelbaum

Founder, President

“I have known and worked with crystal for just over 7 years now. We met at a large multinational agency where I was responsible for a piece of business that crystal supported. Years later and for the last two years crystal started supporting our new agency Insurgency (www.weareinsurgency.com) and has been supporting us with web development and CMS based projects. She is always on time for us and our clients are always happy with the output.”

Reuben Segelbaum

Dylan Dempsey

VP Technology

“In my 5 years managing Crystal she earned a reputation with myself and her peers of being dependable, crazy fast and an overall CMS rockstar.  If I had to name her best quality I'd say it was she never complained about anything whether the work was new and exciting or something nobody else wanted to do she'd always say no problem and do it even faster. Crystal also has outstanding taste in music”

Dylan Dempsey

Dustin Paul

Project manager

“I've worked with Crystal on a couple of freelance projects requiring development work and it was a very positive experience. Crystal went above and beyond and was adaptable when project scopes changed. She is diligent, fast and offered valuable insights. Looking forward to working with her on more projects in the future.”

Dustin Paul

Shweta

Email Developer

“It is a pleasure to work with Crystal, she has a fun personality and you can never get bored with her! She excels at web developing, I look forward to working together again.”

Shweta

Steven Savicky

Creative Director | Art Director | Designer

“Crystal is a joy to work with! Very professional and extremely knowledgeable. She's never failed to disappoint on any project that we've worked together on. I always look forward to teaming up”

Steven Savicky

Christina Ramgeet

Copywriter

“Crystal puts her everything into all of her projects. She is never satisfied until it’s perfect. She also brings a great energy to our work atmosphere!”

Christina Ramgeet
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