WEB DEVELOPMENT

Bespoke Web Development

Expert web development in Farnborough: WordPress, Drupal, and bespoke solutions delivering high-quality, responsive websites tailored to your needs.

WordPress development

We’ve been building WordPress themes and plug-ins for as long as we can remember (well, almost), and it remains a firm favourite with our designers and developers here at Dgtl HQ.

Despite its heritage as a blogging tool, WordPress has gone from strength to strength in recent years to become a good all-around CMS platform. It is particularly well suited for small—to medium-sized blogging and marketing sites. The content-creating and editing tools are feature-rich and user-friendly; in our view, they are WordPress’s single most significant strength.

We’re also big fans of the Yoast SEO plugin, an essential tool for understanding how search engines will see your site’s pages and ensuring they are optimised for your target keywords.

Drupal development

Drupal is a household name in Content Management Systems and is currently powering some of the Web’s best-known websites. We’ve been building sites in Drupal for many years, from Intranet sites and applications to The National Museum of Computing at Bletchley Park, so we’re well-equipped to take on your next Drupal project. Although Drupal can also be used for small to medium blogs and marketing sites, it excels as a platform for more significant community-oriented sites where visitor contribution is a crucial goal and features a comprehensive and granular permissions system that offers far greater flexibility than WordPress.

HTML email

Email marketing is still a big deal, and the most successful campaigns need the visual appeal only an HTML email can provide. Building attractive email campaigns that look good on the broadest possible range of email clients and devices is like stepping back to the Web’s earliest days—and the original “Browser wars”. Luckily for us, we were building sites back then, too (and we’ve got the grey hairs to prove it), so we’re well-equipped to take on the challenge.

Bespoke Web development

Not every web site or application can or should be built in a fully baked content management system or an ‘off the shelf’ framework. Sometimes, only a completely custom solution will do, and we’re certainly not afraid to “roll our own” when the project calls for it. Yahoo is an excellent example of a client who, owing to its scale and, therefore, infrastructure, has some particular technical requirements that preclude our usual “go-to” frameworks and tools. We developed our own micro PHP framework on Yahoo’s custom LAMP stack that integrated tightly with their internal tools and services, including their customised versions of Apache, PHP and associated custom modules. We built micro-sites for Nikon, Mazda and Nokia using these tools, and all with great success.

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Responsive Web Development

No longer the sole preserve of the “webmaster”—usually somebody in the IT department who felt like taking on the job or the nephew who was “good with computers”—developing sites and services for the Web has become a severe software engineering discipline. Today’s multi-device websites, or “responsive” as the fashionable jargon would have it, are a technical challenge in themselves, and that’s before you consider integration with a CMS (WordPress, Drupal et al.), performance (network optimisation, browser rendering and so on), accessibility (ARIA) and many other issues too numerous to mention.

At Dgtl, we consider all of these and many more when building websites and associated tools and services for our clients, so you can be assured that the finished product not only looks great but is also engineered to the highest standards.

Web Development FAQs

Bespoke web development involves creating a custom website or application tailored specifically to your business needs. Unlike off-the-shelf solutions, it allows for complete flexibility and scalability, ensuring the final product aligns perfectly with your goals and provides a unique user experience that sets you apart from competitors.

While WordPress and Drupal are powerful Content Management Systems (CMS) suitable for many projects, they may not meet all specific requirements. If you need advanced functionality, complex integrations, or a highly customized user interface, a bespoke solution might be the best choice to fully realize your vision.

We have extensive experience in bespoke web development, having built custom solutions for clients like Yahoo, Nikon, Mazda, and Nokia. For example, we developed a custom PHP framework for Yahoo’s unique infrastructure, integrating tightly with their internal tools and services.

The timeline varies based on the project’s complexity and scope. After understanding your requirements, we’ll provide an estimated timeline that includes planning, development, testing, and deployment phases to ensure timely delivery without compromising quality.

We utilize a range of technologies tailored to your project’s needs, including custom PHP frameworks, HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and more. We’re also experienced in working with various infrastructures and can adapt to specific technical requirements.

Absolutely! We prioritize responsive web development to ensure your website looks and functions optimally on all devices—desktops, tablets, and smartphones—providing a seamless user experience across the board.

We implement best practices in network optimization, efficient coding, and browser rendering. By considering performance from the outset, we ensure your website loads quickly and runs smoothly, enhancing user satisfaction and search engine rankings.

Yes, we can integrate your website with various third-party services, APIs, databases, and internal systems. Our goal is to create a seamless workflow that enhances your business operations.

We begin by discussing your business goals, target audience, and specific requirements. This is followed by planning and designing the solution, then development and rigorous testing. Throughout the process, we maintain open communication to ensure the project aligns with your vision.

Your involvement is crucial. We encourage regular feedback and collaboration at each stage—planning, design, development, and testing—to ensure the final product meets your expectations and requirements.

Yes, we provide ongoing support and maintenance services to keep your website updated, secure, and performing optimally. This includes handling updates, fixing issues, and implementing new features as your business grows.

We prioritize security by implementing robust measures such as secure coding practices, data encryption, regular security updates, and compliance with data protection regulations to safeguard your website and user information.

Absolutely! We incorporate SEO best practices into the development process, including optimizing site structure, meta tags, and load times. We can also integrate tools like Yoast SEO for ongoing optimization if using a CMS like WordPress.

Our bespoke solutions are built with scalability in mind, allowing for easy updates and the addition of new features as your business evolves. We’re always available to assist with future enhancements.

The cost depends on the project’s complexity, features, and specific requirements. After an initial consultation to understand your needs, we’ll provide a detailed quote outlining all costs involved.

Yes, we offer comprehensive training to help you and your team understand how to manage and update your new website or application, ensuring you can make the most of its features.

We adhere to accessibility standards, such as the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) and ARIA protocols, to ensure your website is accessible to all users, including those with disabilities.

Yes, we have expertise in creating visually appealing and responsive HTML emails that display correctly across a wide range of email clients and devices, enhancing the effectiveness of your email marketing campaigns.

We conduct thorough testing, including functionality, compatibility across browsers and devices, performance, and security testing. This ensures that your website is reliable, user-friendly, and free of issues before launch.

With decades of experience and a team of seasoned professionals, we offer a combination of technical expertise and personalized service. We’re committed to delivering high-quality, custom solutions that not only meet but exceed your expectations, all while providing exceptional support throughout the project.

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