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Guide

What to Ask Before You Hire a Web Developer (10 Questions That Filter Out 90% of Bad Ones)

Discover the key questions to ask potential web developers to ensure you hire the right talent for your project.

May 16, 2026 Story

I Rebuilt a Triathlon Coach's Website in PHP — Here's What Changed in 30 Days

Discover how I transformed PXP Endurance's website into a conversion powerhouse for triathlon coaching.

Apr 25, 2026 Insight

Why Your Website Isn’t Converting Visitors (And It’s Not Your Design)

Discover why a stunning website may still fail at converting visitors and how strategic design choices can change that.

Apr 21, 2026 Insight

What Happens After Your Website Launches (And Why Most Developers Disappear)

Discover the post-launch reality of websites and how I ensure continuous support and updates for your business.

Apr 15, 2026 Insight

Small Business Websites in 2026: What's Changed and What Still Matters

Explore the evolution of small business websites in 2026, focusing on AI advancements, self-hosted analytics, and timeless essentials like fast load times and clear messaging.

Apr 9, 2026 Insight

AI Won't Replace Developers — But Developers Who Use AI Will Replace Those Who Don't.

Discover how AI enhances my workflow, making it more efficient and innovative.

Apr 6, 2026 Insight

You Don't Need a Social Media Manager. You Need a Better Website.

Most small businesses over-invest in social media and under-invest in their website. Discover why your website is a more powerful tool for growth.

Apr 2, 2026 Insight

Why Your Small Business Doesn't Need Shopify, WordPress, or Squarespace

Explore why default platform choices like Shopify, WordPress, and Squarespace may not be the best for your small business. Discover the benefits of custom-built sites.

Mar 30, 2026 Guide

Google Analytics Is Overkill — Here's What Small Businesses Actually Need to Track.

Discover the essential metrics small businesses should focus on instead of getting lost in the complexity of Google Analytics.

Mar 27, 2026 Insight

The Case for Owning Your Analytics: Why I Don't Put Google on My Clients' Sites

Discover why self-hosted analytics trump Google Analytics for privacy, data ownership, simplicity, and faster page loads.

Mar 25, 2026 Process

From Figma to PHP: How a Website Goes from Design to Live in 2 Weeks

Explore the journey of transforming a website from design to deployment in just two weeks with Mohamed Hamdouchi.

Mar 24, 2026 Process

How I Built an AI-Powered Admin Panel That Non-Technical People Love

Explore the features of AI-powered admin panels that empower non-technical users daily.

Mar 22, 2026 Guide

Your Contact Form Is Sending Leads to Spam. Here's the Fix.

Learn why your contact form submissions end up in spam folders and how a Smart Inbox can ensure you never miss a lead again.

Mar 20, 2026 Guide

SEO Isn't Magic — It's 6 Fields Your Website Is Probably Missing.

Discover the 6 essential SEO fields most small business websites overlook and how AI can automate them effortlessly.

Mar 19, 2026 Insight

Anatomy of a $2,500 Website: What You're Actually Paying For

Discover the breakdown of costs involved in a custom $2,500 website, covering design, development, and more.

Mar 17, 2026 Insight

What 'Custom-Built' Actually Means (And Why Templates Cost You More Long-Term)

Explore the hidden costs of template-based websites and discover the true value of custom-built solutions.

Mar 16, 2026 Process

Every Website I Build Comes With an Admin Panel. Here's Why.

Discover why every website I deliver includes a custom admin panel, empowering business owners with complete control and advanced tools.

Mar 14, 2026 Process

Why I Don't Use Frameworks (And Why Your Website Is Faster Because of It)

Discover why building websites with plain PHP, CSS, and minimal JS offers superior speed, control, and maintainability compared to popular frameworks.

Mar 12, 2026 Story

My Son Became a Featured Developer on the App Store at Age 7 — Here's What That Taught Me About Building for Clients.

Discover how teaching my son to code shaped my approach to building client websites with AI-powered solutions.

Mar 10, 2026