Tag: Web services

A web service is simply a method of communication, sharing a connection (an exchange of data) between devices over a network.

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Clean Up URLs

Shortened URLs, Create Clean Links And Remove Unused Accounts

Just Delete Me Account

URLs Shortener, Biw Tinyurl And Cleanup Up

Tech And Tools – Clean Up URLs, Shortening And More

Confirmed, URLs out… Time to clean up URLs. Time to clean up URLs, rid your site of extended URLs and make them cleaner.

An update on URLs (shortener): for the sake of time, we have purge our self-hosted url shortener. We’ve officially dropped the stand alone code from production. Try Tinurl, if you want to use such a service. Use something like the Tinyurl app/website… click here to learn more.

The apps has been around for awhile. Those of who you share links, swap links, etc., know that most companies have some form of URL ‘shortener’. Whether it is Amazon, YouTube or TinyURL themselves. Clean up URLs. Check out this short code via Amazon in this scenario. Scenario: College Kid is looking for a tablet, finds one and would like to share the find with someone, a pretty handy link… This is just a small example of short of the short code game, with a massive eCommerce site like Amazon. The same goes for YouTube share links… Anyhow, at some point, we will circle back to this topic and see if there is something worth investing in.

Before you leave, make sure to check off whatever is next on your to-do list. I’ll share one more tip with you. Hopefully, you are in the mood to clean up or declutter. Try using justdeleteme – “a directory of direct links to delete your account from web services”.You can learn more about it and the benefits of a great purge, Delete – Justdeleteme article. We regularly purge old accounts and social sites as often as we can, and you can do the same. I personally delete and close out old account annually. It’s a great resource getting rid of unused services.

Other Means of Support

While were fixing things today, let’s share a few other helpful tips. Such as finding new domain name ideas, GoDaddy Bounceback services, email deliverability, knowing when to clear the cache, and how to Flush DNS on a Mac/Apple. Additionally,ipconfig /flushdns for Windows, and sudo systemd-resolve --flush-caches on Linux.

We’ll also cover how to maintain your digital footprint i.e. activity on the web and what to do when the interwebs are completely down; really down. Choose down detection. These tips are super handy when starting a new website from scratch because eventually, you will come across these issues in one way or another. It’s bound to happen.

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Fuzz

FUZZER, THE FUZZ

URL Fuzzer Pentest

Who Called The Fuzz

Tech And Tools – FUZZ

“WHOOP WHOOP That’s the sound of the” FUZZ

As always, we continue our testing efforts testing apps, websites and consoles We begin with the The URL Fuzzer, GTMetrix, JMeter, LoadRunner, Selenium, validation tools, and Google Admin Console. Testing is currently in progress. As you read this (or when I wrote this post, and hopefully when you read it), testing is ongoing. We hope it’s within the same year (or at least not to far off).

Furthermore, it’s important to ensure that solutions protect our online investments. Pentest and vulnerability scanning tools could be the key to achieving this goal. For storytelling purposes, two test are currently running: one for Pentest-Tools and the other from Scantrics.io. It’s been a few minutes, and so far, there haven’t been any results. This may or may not be a good sign or an indicator of the final outcome.  Let’s also cover Selenium, LoadRunner, JMeter, QTP, HTML/JS ( /PHP Validators, Guru99 and a few others… but let’s start here.

Keep in mind that the tools mentioned are free, so consider this when reviewing the compiled and reported results form the services provider. Free tools may not always provide the complete pictures (meaning you have to pay the premium prior for the full picture), so take them with a grain of salt. It’s advisable  to use multiple tools or consider paying for premium services. Testing with a variety of tools, both free and premium, is essential. How about other tools and code snippets we use to help others? Do you fuzz? Screaming Frog or SEMRush? Email issues? MX Toolbox, flush your system and server cache often. Delete old accounts, clean up the clutter and fix email risks and issues associated with email services.

URLFuzzer, good to test the lite version… Scantrics, good to test lite version… Don’t forget to run your web entities through the toolbox, Toolbox – Google Admin

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Downdetector

We Are Up And Running With Downdetector

Downdetector - Detect Real-time problems and outages

Web Servive Outage!

Tech And Tools – Downdetector, Starlink Teaser

Outage? What’s Up with What’s App? Binance? Online Bank Account? Internet? Online Games?

When the “internet-webs” fail, or aren’t operating as they should… well, the inter-webs has help. Check out Downdetector, great online resource for finding out what’s going on with the web(online games, apps; everything that uses the internet). 

An Insiders View
Downdetector

Downdetector

Downdetector Down Reports

Down Reports

Downdetector Reporting

Detailed Reporting

Downdetector Comments

Comments

More Reporting Detail

Aggregate reporting, reported outages, and a neat heat map of the world showing said outages, slowness etc. Next time you experience a snag in inter-web service, join the ‘outage club’ (a group that manages outage and communicates services issues for the latest, real-time outage reporting and monitoring service. We use it regularly, almost every week, and sometimes daily.  While waiting for Starlink to come on board and receive equipment the website is our go-to for web service, applications or website outages. Other tools in the developer kit, you may want to explore include the FUZZ or give Selenium a try if you’re ready for it. There are many, I’ve just provided a few we use locally to keep services and websites working in optimal capacity.

For a full list of websites, service monitors, check out the 404 list – which lists of all websites monitored by DownDetector. Don’t forget about the wayback machine, internet archive, we posted about the wayback machine about this awhile ago, which is relevant today as we reflect on technology and where it’s going today. As usual leave a comment below, let us know what you’re thinking?

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Web Studies

Accounting Services

OHPASCO

OHPASCO

Lab Work – Web Work

Web studies include three examples, OHPASCO, Clapboard Video and Talented Yound. Find each example below, others not listed below Island House Tap and Casa Masa. 

First, starting with OHPASCO. A local small accounting business, based in Shaker Heights, Ohio. The client was looking to establish a marketing presence online targeting family, friends and tertiary contacts. The main goal was simple, expand Midwest and MidAtlantic online presence. Specifically in the Ohio, Pennsylvania, and New York. 

Furthermore, while there was an increasing need for dedicated resources, the popularity of shared hosting, cost and cloud based professional accounting services, the focus shifted towards implementing a marketing website to provide information and gather contacts, along with a practical hosting solution.

This work was a foundational study on mobile-first or device-agnostic design. A focus was placed on adding Bootstrap-lite features implemented in a  WordPress CMS environment. ‘Business on a page’ (infinite scroll) or a CMS to serve up marketing content. The goal was to provide monthly updates and a home for social media to drive traffic and encourage visitors to call or schedule an appointment to learn more.

Clapboard Video
Clapboard Video - Wedding Videography

Continuing on with the web studies, we have Clapboard Video, a local small business that specializes in digital wedding video and photography services. They offer full coverage of pre and post-wedding celebrations.

Talented Young
Talented Young

Next, we are excited to highlight Talented Young, a local startup that aims to showcase design portfolios in a Facebook-wall like format. They use cards to display individuals’ skills, talents and contact preferences, creating a virtual portfolio for creatives, architects and more. That’s Talented Young in a nutshell.

Our main focus has been on improving the designer experience, exploring possible communication channels, identifying favorites, and presenting internal offers. The design was created as a study for a large project, an academic proposal, or an online student portfolio offered by a franchisee (school) or private institution.

Also, the owner had great international exposure and was friendly and open to an iterative design and release strategy. Lastly, an early adoption of an agile and/or scrum based development and creative plans and holistic methodology, allowing build teams and design teams to focus on practical and pragmatic use of the system while developing the most important, shippable deliverables.

See Other Examples:

Although, some of these studies or websites are no longer available online, you can find our latest design and website builds by using the portfolio tag in the search feature. Follow us on X @salleecreates.

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Our Trusted Services

Learn About Our Trusted Services

Our Trusted Services

 A Refined Look At Our Trusted Services

Methodology – Trusted Services

Let’s talk about web-focused services; our trusted services and more. We provide a range of offerings, including design, and development, user interface (UI) and user experience (UX) design, search engine optimization (SEO), web hosting, information technology (IT) services, and technical support. Our expertise also covers analytics, graphic design, and desktop publishing.

Learn About Our Services

We offer customized development services, including a la carte options tailored to your needs. Our services include:

  • Content Management Systems (CMS)
  • Bootstrap development
  • eCommerce solutions
  • Social media integration
  • Usability enhancements

Some notable tools, web applications and SEO soluitions we use include, but are not limited too:

  • Selenium
  • URLFuzz
  • GTmetrix
  • Yoast
  • Google and Bing Webmaster Tools – Tag Manager, Search Console, Removal, Mobile Tools, Video etc.
  • Cache Solutions
  • Screaming Frog
  • Debug Bear
  • Pingdom (Solarwinds)
  • SEMRush

We also provide comprehensive web hosting administration services, utilizing both shared and dedicated hosting solutions, whether on-premise or in the cloud. Our approach ensures you’re fully covered with effective backend hosting management. The management software we use depends on the hosting type and can include tools like FTP, cPanel, or Plesk.

Additionally, we offer:

  • Migration services
  • Backup and restoration
  • SSL (Secure Socket Layer) certification
  • Domain support
Professional experience

Our team has expertise in:

  • Apple MacOS and iOS technical support
  • Google IT Support for operating system configuration (Mac, PC, Linux, and Virtual Machines.
  • Amazon Web Services (AWS) Cloud Practitioner
  • Scrum and Scaled Agile Development Frameworks

Finally, we are a design, technology, creative and consulting company dedicated to solving your challenges. Let us help you achieve your goals! If you are interested in learning more about us and our services, feel free to browse our service content. Click here to learn more about our comprehensive services and business solutions.