Process - How Working With Me Goes

Before I write any code, I need to understand your actual problem — not just what you think the solution should be. Sometimes what you need is simpler (and cheaper) than you thought. Sometimes it's more complex. Either way, I'll be honest about it.

We'll talk through your goals, look at any existing systems, and figure out the best approach. I'll ask the awkward questions early so we don't hit surprises later.

By the end of this, you'll have a clear spec — what we're building, how it'll work, and what it'll cost. No woolly estimates or scope creep waiting to happen.

This is where it gets built. I'll set up a staging site where you can see progress as it happens — no waiting until the end to discover something's wrong.

I work in sprints, usually delivering something new every week or two. You'll get regular updates, and I'm always available for questions. Small tweaks within scope? No problem. Bigger changes? We'll discuss them properly and quote if needed — no surprise bills either way.

Everything's version-controlled and tested as we go. If I get hit by a bus, another developer could pick up where I left off. (Hopefully it won't come to that.)

Before anything goes live, I test it properly — on different browsers, on phones, under load. I've learned the hard way that "it works on my machine" doesn't cut it.

Launch day itself is usually anticlimactic (in a good way). Everything's been tested on staging, so going live is just flipping a switch. I'll be on call in case anything unexpected comes up.

After launch, I don't disappear. Most of my clients stick around for ongoing improvements, new features, and the occasional "can you just..." request. I'm happy to do ad-hoc work or set up a retainer — whatever works for you.