Web Design and Development
This section shows examples of some Web sites I have created. Along with a screen shot of each design, I have included a description
of what languages and standards I used, as well as comments on the complexity of the project.
To ensure compatibility I test each site I create using Microsoft Internet Explorer, Firefox, Safari, and Opera Web browsers on multiple platforms and in several different screen resolutions. I code in W3C standards compliant XHTML 1.0 strict, utilizing CSS and XHTML validation services (provided by the W3C) to make certain all pages are both properly coded and accessible to every potential user group.
To ensure compatibility I test each site I create using Microsoft Internet Explorer, Firefox, Safari, and Opera Web browsers on multiple platforms and in several different screen resolutions. I code in W3C standards compliant XHTML 1.0 strict, utilizing CSS and XHTML validation services (provided by the W3C) to make certain all pages are both properly coded and accessible to every potential user group.
Past Projects:
Suntrail Outfitters
Date Completed: October 2007
I recently re-designed the Suntrail.net Web site after the original re-design I did in 2003. The project included taking an older site and updating the code to today's web standards. I developed a clean and attractive interface with expandable sub menus while maintaining a relatively simple design which can be utilized by all connection types and browsers. The new design adheres to today's W3C XHTML 1.0 Strict standards and successfully passes the W3C CSS validation.
Date Completed: October 2007
I recently re-designed the Suntrail.net Web site after the original re-design I did in 2003. The project included taking an older site and updating the code to today's web standards. I developed a clean and attractive interface with expandable sub menus while maintaining a relatively simple design which can be utilized by all connection types and browsers. The new design adheres to today's W3C XHTML 1.0 Strict standards and successfully passes the W3C CSS validation.
FromTheseRoots.ca
Date Completed: October 2006
A small Web site developed for a local company that makes jams and salsas. The site design was suggested by the owner; I developed a CSS version of what they had envisioned. This Web site was created in such a way that it will fit any resolution and properly work on all potential target audience displays. With standards complient HTML and CSS this site will certainly be usable and easily updated for many years to come.
Date Completed: October 2006
A small Web site developed for a local company that makes jams and salsas. The site design was suggested by the owner; I developed a CSS version of what they had envisioned. This Web site was created in such a way that it will fit any resolution and properly work on all potential target audience displays. With standards complient HTML and CSS this site will certainly be usable and easily updated for many years to come.
User & File Management System
Date Completed: May 2006
This is a cached version of a User & File Management system created for a client who wanted to allow individual and group access to files and documents. The system was built to be very secure, easy to use, and simple in design. Some features include password handling; passwords are encrypted and can not be retrieved. In the event of a lost password there is a reset tool which will generate a new one and email it to the user. Files can also be uploaded to a specific user's folder or to the globally accessible folder. Messages also work this way. Made with PHP using a MySQL database.
Date Completed: May 2006
This is a cached version of a User & File Management system created for a client who wanted to allow individual and group access to files and documents. The system was built to be very secure, easy to use, and simple in design. Some features include password handling; passwords are encrypted and can not be retrieved. In the event of a lost password there is a reset tool which will generate a new one and email it to the user. Files can also be uploaded to a specific user's folder or to the globally accessible folder. Messages also work this way. Made with PHP using a MySQL database.
Breathe Easy Duct Cleaning
Date Completed: March 2006
The Web site for Breathe Easy Duct Cleaning in Peterborough Ontario. The client wanted a design that gave a clean, fresh-air feeling. The end result is a bright and simple site layout with many usability features. It is written in fully compliant XHTML and CSS and contains a printer friendly CSS version for easy printing. All of this ensures every potential viewer has a good experience viewing the site.
Date Completed: March 2006
The Web site for Breathe Easy Duct Cleaning in Peterborough Ontario. The client wanted a design that gave a clean, fresh-air feeling. The end result is a bright and simple site layout with many usability features. It is written in fully compliant XHTML and CSS and contains a printer friendly CSS version for easy printing. All of this ensures every potential viewer has a good experience viewing the site.
S3D - Steve's 3D Artwork
Date Completed: August 2005
As a third semester project in the Web Developer program, I created a small sample site showing a few examples of my Flash abilities such as motion tweens, embeded video, sound, and interactive frame by frame animation.
Date Completed: August 2005
As a third semester project in the Web Developer program, I created a small sample site showing a few examples of my Flash abilities such as motion tweens, embeded video, sound, and interactive frame by frame animation.
Peterborough LETS
Date Completed: August 2005
As a third semester project in the Web Developer program, I and a partner re-designed the Peterborough LETS Web site. This project was highly geared towards a simplistic and light weight design. Developed for low bandwidth, low screen resolutions, and older browsers, this design is highly based on CSS and is compliant to the XHTML 1.0 strict standards. It also validates through the WAI, and "Section 508" validators to ensure user accesibility.
Date Completed: August 2005
As a third semester project in the Web Developer program, I and a partner re-designed the Peterborough LETS Web site. This project was highly geared towards a simplistic and light weight design. Developed for low bandwidth, low screen resolutions, and older browsers, this design is highly based on CSS and is compliant to the XHTML 1.0 strict standards. It also validates through the WAI, and "Section 508" validators to ensure user accesibility.
Surviving Burnout
Date Completed: April 2005
Along with two other classmates, we developed a small Web site for a local client who wanted to advertise and sell his book online. As the designer my part involved drawing the layout in Photoshop as well as using CSS to put it all together.
Date Completed: April 2005
Along with two other classmates, we developed a small Web site for a local client who wanted to advertise and sell his book online. As the designer my part involved drawing the layout in Photoshop as well as using CSS to put it all together.
Fleming Job Fairs of 2005
Date Completed: January 2005
Designed and developed a Web site for the Fleming Job Fairs at the Peterborough and Lindsay campuses.
Date Completed: January 2005
Designed and developed a Web site for the Fleming Job Fairs at the Peterborough and Lindsay campuses.
Web Developer Home - Prototype Design
Date Completed: December 2004
As a project in our HTML class we had to develop a design for the Web Developer Home page. This project included mouse over effects, image maps, a sample poll and other dynamic features.
Date Completed: December 2004
As a project in our HTML class we had to develop a design for the Web Developer Home page. This project included mouse over effects, image maps, a sample poll and other dynamic features.
Chesley District High School
Date Completed: April 2004
I designed and developed a new Web site for Chesley District High School during a co-op position in the 2003/2004 school year.
The process involved drawing several design possibilities, making presentations, gathering student/staff feedback and developing and implementing the new website.
I also presented the idea of a continuing co-op position for students to continue this project after I had graduated.
Date Completed: April 2004
I designed and developed a new Web site for Chesley District High School during a co-op position in the 2003/2004 school year.
The process involved drawing several design possibilities, making presentations, gathering student/staff feedback and developing and implementing the new website.
I also presented the idea of a continuing co-op position for students to continue this project after I had graduated.
Elmwood Homecoming Web site
Date Completed: December 2003
In partnership with another developer (Will Porter), we designed and developed a Web site for the local community of Elmwood for their Homecoming of 2004.
* * Note: Site no longer available. * *
Date Completed: December 2003
In partnership with another developer (Will Porter), we designed and developed a Web site for the local community of Elmwood for their Homecoming of 2004.
* * Note: Site no longer available. * *
Georgian Bay Kayak Club
Date Completed: March 2003
This was a full design project, involving: research, design alternatives, and incorporating feedback from the owner.
Date Completed: March 2003
This was a full design project, involving: research, design alternatives, and incorporating feedback from the owner.