Custom Coded Wordpress Themes

Dino Kanlic

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About this service

Summary

A fully custom-coded WordPress website designed and developed to meet the specific needs of your brand or business. This deliverable includes a unique design, tailored functionalities, and optimal performance, built from the ground up without reliance on pre-made themes or excessive plugins. The website will offer a bespoke solution, ensuring flexibility, scalability, and a user-friendly experience for both visitors and administrators.

Process

Process for Developing a Fully Custom Coded WordPress Website

Phase 1: Discovery and Planning

Initial Consultation:

Understand the client’s business, goals, target audience, and specific website needs.

Discuss branding guidelines, required features, and content strategy.

Requirement Gathering:

Identify key website functionalities (e.g., custom post types, integrations, e-commerce, etc.).

Review competitor websites and industry trends to define unique selling points.

Scope Definition:

Document a detailed project scope, including design specifications, functionality requirements, and timelines.

Provide a cost estimate and finalize the project agreement.

Phase 2: Design

Wireframing:

Create low-fidelity wireframes to outline the website’s structure and layout.

Ensure an intuitive user journey and logical content hierarchy.

Visual Design:

Develop high-fidelity mockups based on branding guidelines.

Include custom UI/UX elements like typography, color schemes, and imagery.

Review and refine designs with the client until approval.

Phase 3: Development

Environment Setup:

Set up a staging environment for development.

Install the latest WordPress version and configure basic settings.

Custom Theme Development:

Code a lightweight, custom WordPress theme from scratch using HTML5, CSS3, PHP, and JavaScript.

Implement responsive design for optimal viewing across devices.

Custom Functionality:

Develop custom post types, taxonomies, and ACF (Advanced Custom Fields) for dynamic content.

Build custom plugins (if needed) for unique functionality.

Backend Optimization:

Create a user-friendly admin panel for content management.

Optimize backend workflows to ensure scalability.

Third-Party Integrations:

Integrate required tools like payment gateways, CRMs, APIs, or analytics platforms.

Phase 4: Quality Assurance

Testing:

Perform cross-browser and cross-device testing to ensure consistent performance.

Test for functionality, usability, and accessibility compliance (WCAG standards).

Validate code for SEO best practices and web standards.

Feedback and Revisions:

Share the staging site with the client for review.

Address feedback and make necessary adjustments.

Phase 5: Deployment

Pre-Launch Checklist:

Migrate the website to the live server.

Conduct a final round of testing on the live environment.

Go Live:

Launch the website and ensure all services are functioning properly.

Monitor site performance for initial traffic spikes.

Phase 6: Post-Launch Support

Training:

Provide training to the client on how to manage the site and update content.

Deliver documentation for key functionalities.

Maintenance and Support:

Offer post-launch support for bug fixes and minor updates.

Provide optional ongoing maintenance plans for security updates, backups, and performance monitoring.

Timeline: The entire process typically takes 6-12 weeks, depending on the complexity of the project and client feedback turnaround times.

This structured process ensures transparency, collaboration, and a high-quality final product tailored to the client’s needs.

What's included

A fully custom coded Wordpress website
A fully custom-coded WordPress website designed and developed to meet the specific needs of your brand or business. This deliverable includes a unique design, tailored functionalities, and optimal performance, built from the ground up without reliance on pre-made themes or excessive plugins. The website will offer a bespoke solution, ensuring flexibility, scalability, and a user-friendly experience for both visitors and administrators.
Custom Design
- Unique and fully responsive website design created based on your branding and user experience goals. - Designs will be optimized for all device types (desktop, tablet, and mobile) to ensure accessibility and usability.
Tailored Functionality
- Development of custom post types, taxonomies, and ACF (Advanced Custom Fields) for managing dynamic content. - Integration of custom features such as forms, sliders, galleries, and other interactive elements based on project requirements.
Optimized Codebase
- Clean, maintainable, and efficient code written in accordance with WordPress coding standards. - Custom-built theme and/or plugin development to ensure lightweight performance and avoid unnecessary bloat.
Performance Optimization
- Implementation of best practices for website speed, including optimized images, minified CSS/JS, and caching. - SEO-friendly coding structure to improve search engine visibility.
Scalability
- A modular architecture that allows for easy updates and future enhancements as your business grows.
CMS Configuration and Usability
- Simplified backend interface for easy management of content and website elements. - Training session (if needed) to ensure your team is comfortable managing the website.
Security Features
- Implementation of robust security practices, including regular updates, secure user roles, and protection against vulnerabilities.
Optional Integrations
- Third-party service integrations such as payment gateways, CRM systems, email marketing tools, or APIs. - Ecommerce capabilities using WooCommerce (if required).