Computing and Digital Tools

Computing and Digital Tools

Day 7: the comeback project – carroll media, hyperlynx studio & culligan quench
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Day 7: The Comeback Project – Carroll Media, HyperLynx Studio & Culligan Quench

Back to Past Projects Overview This final chapter is about reconnection, renewal, and choosing to do things differently going forward. By the time Carroll Media Services re-entered the picture, I had been through a full career cycle: the early enthusiasm, the missteps, the wins, and the burnouts. But this time, I didn’t jump in with…

Starlink for small business owners: why i’m thinking about it after a mountain getaway
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Starlink for Small Business Owners: Why I’m Thinking About It After a Mountain Getaway

I started thinking about Starlink couple of weeks ago, I spent some time in Cashiers, North Carolina, staying in a cozy rental cabin in the mountains. It was mostly a chance to unplug, get some rest, and enjoy being surrounded by nature. I didn’t plan to do any freelance work—just take a real break. But…

Responsive design series – day 5: the impact when you get it right
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Responsive Design Series – Day 5: The impact when you get it right

So here we are. You’ve seen how responsive design works, why it matters, and how to get started without getting lost in the tech. Now let’s talk about what actually happens when your site is truly responsive. Because it’s not just about design—it’s about impact. 1. Your Customers Stick Around Longer Ever visit a website…

Responsive design part 1: why your website needs to work everywhere
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Responsive Design Part 1: Why Your Website Needs to Work Everywhere

What Responsive Means There was a time—not that long ago—when building a website meant making sure it looked good on a single desktop screen. That was it. One screen size, one layout, done. Fast forward to now, and your customers might be looking at your website from a phone in their pocket, a tablet on…

Why i switched from “building websites” to “optimizing them”
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Why I Switched from “Building Websites” to “Optimizing Them”

Intro Optimizing thoughts – A few years ago, I thought the best way to help businesses was to build them a brand-new website from scratch. And while I absolutely could still do that, I’ve come to realize that my time is limited, and as a one-person operation, I need to make decisions that align with…

10 website features with weird names you should know
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10 Website Features with Weird Names You Should Know

Ever feel like tech folks just make up words for fun? You’re not alone. The world of websites is filled with terms that sound more like items on a questionable restaurant menu than actual features. But as goofy as they may sound, these things matter—especially if you want your website to actually work for you…