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Creating a website that not only meets but exceeds expectations requires a well-structured and refined process. Over time, I have developed a comprehensive web design and development workflow that ensures every project is handled with the utmost professionalism and attention to detail. From the initial proposal to the final handoff, each stage is carefully crafted…

Navigating rate setting as a freelance web developer can be challenging, but it’s crucial to ensure you’re fairly compensated for your skills and expertise. Here’s how you can approach setting your rates with confidence and clarity. Understanding Your Value Assess Your Skills and Expertise: Start by evaluating the level of your technical skills, experience, and…

Collaborative design is a dynamic approach to problem-solving and creativity that brings together multiple perspectives, skills, and ideas. Unlike traditional design processes, where tasks are often siloed, collaborative design encourages open communication and teamwork, leading to innovative solutions. In today’s fast-paced and interconnected world, this method has become essential in many industries, from technology to…

Thinking about a website for your business? Here are some points we will assess before diving in to ensure it’s the right move for you: First, let’s clearly define your business goals. Are you looking to sell products, build a community, or showcase your portfolio? For businesses needing e-commerce platforms, marketplaces, or products requiring advanced…

There’s a common misconception that life peaks at 25 and that by our 30s, we’re somehow “old.” I remember feeling that pressure myself when I was 27—disappointed that I hadn’t achieved the success I once envisioned. My career had been progressing well for five years, but then COVID-19 turned everything upside down. I found myself…

June Update 🌞 … time for another quarterly check-in. This quarter’s accomplishments 🗂️ Continued to build my portfolio ✅ → inesmedem.com/portfolio showcasing a few new projects. (Feedback is always welcome btw!) 🤝 Expanded professional network ✅ → Attended 8 meet-up events in Berlin, 3 in Madrid, and 1 European WordCamp in Turin and joined a new mastermind…

I volunteered at the 12th annual European WordPress event held in Torino this year. It was a massive event with 2,584 attendees and a team of 250 volunteers at the Lingotto Conference and Exhibition Centre, which is the old Fiat factory, by the way. I signed up to be a volunteer because Angel inspired me…

Last year, I was granted a Working Holiday Visa for Australia. After sitting on the idea for close to a year, I finally committed to the plan and bought a ticket. I know what you are thinking, “Is she planning to go backpacking for a year in Australia? Good for her, but why is she…

In the fast-paced world of web development, keeping up means using dynamic content strategies. These not only make maintenance easier but also improve scalability, keeping your site flexible and responsive. Scalable WordPress development is all about building websites that can grow and adapt over time without becoming a maintenance nightmare. By leveraging dynamic content, reusable…

I first came across the atomic design methodology around 2 years ago while doing research for a branding project. It basically involves breaking down user interfaces into smaller, reusable components, allowing for more systematic design and development processes. In frontend development, this methodology has proven to be particularly valuable. Just as in design, breaking down…