Website design, web development and outsourcing, based in Hexham - Northumberland
In addition to general programming; one of the services we offer is converting PSD (photoshop file designs) into compliant html. Local and national designers trust us to hand convert PSD to html or PSD to WordPress themes. Each design is different so we don't try to put a formula on our prices (or quote a very low price and then add on each little extra feature). And importantly - we don't use … [Read more...]
Digital Acorn built our new website which incorporates editable pages and case studies with image uploads, PDF document downloads, multiple maps and independent contact pages for each company within our group of companies. Additionally Digital Acorn extended the SEO capability to allow custom-editing of our keywords, meta-descriptions and document titles. I am delighted with the results so far and … [Read more...]
"Digital Acorn have helped me develop my Wordpress based website and blog. They've always provided simple straightforward advice for non 'techy' types like myself and have responded to requests and questions promptly and effectively. We work together to develop the website's SEO and I look forward to working with them in the future." Mark - Camperscape - Camper Van Hire The Camperscape brand … [Read more...]
Lucy Howard, owner of Goose Barn says: "We knew the website for our first self-catering holiday cottage was a vital tool in securing bookings but were technical novices. Peter and team at Digital Acorn provided a quick, efficient and intuitive website that is easy to navigate. The build process was impressively swift with any hitches ironed out smoothly and efficiently. We were able to … [Read more...]
If you use the media upload system in WordPress to upload documents there may come a time when you want to update the document. There is no built-in functionality within WordPress to allow this without changing the link. And the link to your document may now be referenced in many other places. This plugin solves this problem quite … [Read more...]
Many of our clients have WordPress web sites. It is important to keep your site upgraded to the latest versions of all software, and WordPress is no exception. The latest version (3.3.1 at the time of writing) fixes 15 issues including a minor security issue. Upgrading is relatively straightforward and something you may want to do yourself. We would recommend backing up your wp-content folders and … [Read more...]
Setting up Google Webmaster Tools is very easy, and it will open up a mine of information for you about your website. The easiest way to set it up is as follows. Log in to your Google account (create one if you don't have one). Navigate to the following URL: http://www.google.com/webmasters/tools Click the 'Add Site' button and enter your URL. Then get the html file provided by … [Read more...]
Happy New Year! The Digital Acorn team just gained another asset. Craig joins us from the beginning of the month, further strengthening this small team of dedicated coders. In addition to general web and software development skills, Craig has extensive e-commerce experience. Having worked both within development teams and as a freelancer he was the ideal candidate for us. Expect more of the same - … [Read more...]
We are looking to recruit an additional Junior PHP Web Developer / Programmer for our Hexham office Essential Attributes: Self Motivated, Reliable and Self Managing. Significant and demonstrable experience developing dynamic websites (can be as a hobbyist) Programming Knowledge: PHP, HTML, MySQL, CSS, Javascript Advantageous: Development Experience using the following … [Read more...]
First an admission; I liked Google Wave - it had a loads of potential. The problem was - it was like Google wanted to do something that wouldn't tread on Facebook's toes, so they teetered round the edges with the weird colaborative-documents angle. Well, now Google have unashamedly begun stomping all over the toes of both Twitter and, to a greater extent, Facebook. It is just like Facebook. … [Read more...]
Digital Acorn was established in 2006 and is based in Hexham, Northumberland UK. We've been fixing and enhancing websites ever since.
Peter has over 15 years experience in software development, website development, computer game programming and project management.
Solving problems, fixing bugs, optimising code and proposing innovative solutions are what makes him tick.
Peter splits his time between supporting customers and coding. Peter is likely to be your primary contact and ensures you are delighted with our service
Competitive pricing, guaranteed inhouse coding and a personal service are just a few of the factors which ensure satisfied customers.
Lee joined Digital Acorn in January 2011.
Lee is an experienced PHP developer and has a keen eye for quality webpage layouts ensuring you an excellent finish on your project. He has exacting standards for both the visible details and the compliant HTML and CSS coding underpinning your site.
Lee is also our Social Media expert, providing advice on the best way to engage your customers through these crucial channels.
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