The Developer’s Developer

Love designing websites or writing copy, only to be stimmied by the tech woes that can lie behind a site? Tired of DNS re-works, Database issues, faulty or out of date plugins, WordPress woes or other web code problems?

I can help …

I have many years experience in web development and back-end server work, including SQL Developement, PHP, ASP and .NET work. I love troubleshooting, espeically if it’s a WordPress site – it’s at the heart of what I do. So, take the stress away from the tech and concentrate on what you do best! Get in touch today if your website or domain are causing you headaches – I can help you to deliver solutions to your customers that will make us both proud.

Domain/DNS work

The Domain Name System (DNS) is the phonebook of the Internet. Humans access information online through domain names, like Google.co.uk
Web browsers interact through IP addresses. DNS translates domain names to IP addressso browsers can load Internet resources.

Each device connected to the Internet has a unique IP address which other machines use to find the device. DNS servers eliminate the need for humans to memorize IP addresses and the domain name is often a sensible representation of the meaning of the site or business name.

Domain/DNS work

The Domain Name System (DNS) is the phonebook of the Internet. Humans access information online through domain names, like Google.co.uk
Web browsers interact through IP addresses. DNS translates domain names to IP addressso browsers can load Internet resources.

Each device connected to the Internet has a unique IP address which other machines use to find the device. DNS servers eliminate the need for humans to memorize IP addresses and the domain name is often a sensible representation of the meaning of the site or business name.

MySQL Databases

The WordPress Database is an essential part of WordPress where core settings and website data are stored. When talking about stored data, it is not only basic details like usernames and passwords.

It includes all blog posts, pages, comments, website themes, WordPress configuration settings, and more. The Database ensures fully optimized webpage functioning and superior data management. It can also be life-saving for storing, retrieving, and backing up valuable data.

There are several ways to access and use the Database. First, WordPress uses MySQL as its database management system. MySQL is open-source software responsible for managing WordPress Database components, such as user data, user meta, comments, posts, and more. Second, as the language of instruction to create, read, update, and delete data from the MySQL database, WordPress uses PHP via the SQL query in the PHP markup. The Database stores data in the form of tables, each of which comprises unique data displayed in rows. These rows also contain other pieces of information or parameters. WordPress automatically creates core database tables (12 WordPress 4.4) upon setting up a WordPress website.

MySQL Databases

The WordPress Database is an essential part of WordPress where core settings and website data are stored. When talking about stored data, it is not only basic details like usernames and passwords.

It includes all blog posts, pages, comments, website themes, WordPress configuration settings, and more. The Database ensures fully optimized webpage functioning and superior data management. It can also be life-saving for storing, retrieving, and backing up valuable data.

There are several ways to access and use the Database. First, WordPress uses MySQL as its database management system. MySQL is open-source software responsible for managing WordPress Database components, such as user data, user meta, comments, posts, and more. Second, as the language of instruction to create, read, update, and delete data from the MySQL database, WordPress uses PHP via the SQL query in the PHP markup. The Database stores data in the form of tables, each of which comprises unique data displayed in rows. These rows also contain other pieces of information or parameters. WordPress automatically creates core database tables (12 WordPress 4.4) upon setting up a WordPress website.

PHP & Plugins

PHP code is what makes WordPress work. A WordPress website stores all its data in a MySQL database. This data includes everything from your blog name and blog post content, to your plugin settings and user profile information. PHP’s job is to get specific information from the database, and piece it together into an HTML web page. For more details on that process, you can see our guide on how WordPress works behind the scenes.

PHP files in WordPress do their work on your web hosting server. So, in simple terms, when someone goes to your website, WordPress accesses the PHP files to get your database information (like your blog post content) to show it to your visitor. That sounds simple enough. However, there’s a little problem. Web browsers don’t read PHP. They read HTML. HTML is a type of scripting language used to create website pages. We refer to HTML as a “client-side” scripting language.

Browsers like Chrome, Firefox, and others are called “clients.” Here, a “client-side” language simply means that web browsers do the work of turning HTML code into what you see on your browser window.

PHP and Plugins

PHP code is what makes WordPress work. A WordPress website stores all its data in a MySQL database. This data includes everything from your blog name and blog post content, to your plugin settings and user profile information. PHP’s job is to get specific information from the database, and piece it together into an HTML web page. For more details on that process, you can see our guide on how WordPress works behind the scenes.

PHP files in WordPress do their work on your web hosting server. So, in simple terms, when someone goes to your website, WordPress accesses the PHP files to get your database information (like your blog post content) to show it to your visitor. That sounds simple enough. However, there’s a little problem. Web browsers don’t read PHP. They read HTML. HTML is a type of scripting language used to create website pages. We refer to HTML as a “client-side” scripting language.

Browsers like Chrome, Firefox, and others are called “clients.” Here, a “client-side” language simply means that web browsers do the work of turning HTML code into what you see on your browser window.

Some of the web services I offer …

Dev & Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Site Overhaul & Fixes

Some of the web services I offer …

Dev & Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Site Overhaul & Fixes

What people are saying about working with me

Fantastic Service

“Stu built and maintains our website.  In addition, he maintains all the church office computers and staff laptops on a monthly basis.Stu is quick to respond, always goes that extra mile and is a pleasure to work with.  I would happily recommend giving Stu a call for any website or PC assistance – he is also very patient if it’s tuition you are after.”

Professional, Friendly Approach

“Stu built and maintains my website. He’s consistently fast, competent and professional and has always been able to solve problems or add function almost immediately. Who could ask for more?”

Cost effective and brilliant service!

“He has set me up for the future with a really workable website, at a reasonable cost. Stu also offered tech and computer advice in many different ways and sorted out long-term glitches and set ups that were very poor. He is extremely easy to deal with and always responds promptly when help is needed.”

Book a free, no obligation call with me and find out if we’re a good working match.