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UK > South West > Torrington
Web development, specialising in Drupal, WordPress and Facebook applications.
Web development, specialising in Drupal, WordPress and Facebook applications.
Clients and Projects
Industry Sectors:
Tourism & Travel, Media & Communication, Consumer Services, Other, Professional Services, IT, Not for profit / Charity
Tends to work with:
Corporations / Public Companies, Private Companies, Non-profit Organisations
General location of clients: UK, US
Latest Project
GridRepublic
Non-profit organization which allows users to donate spare computer time to beneficial research projects.
Our project for them was to develop a Facebook application called Progress Thru Processors.
What We Have Achieved
Latest Review
19 November 2009
Matthew Blumberg at GridRepublic
Likemind made dizzyingly complicated work seem easy --
Developing the Facebook application "Progress Thru Processors" was a very complicated job, involving not just Facebook but coordination of remote...
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Interview
WWDC:
Describe your company in 5 words.
Figure W:
”Small, friendly, technically aware”
WWDC:
How was your company name chosen?
Figure W:
”It's a kind of pun. Figure W suggests that we know how to figure (out) the w(eb).”
What We Do?
Technologies Used:
CSS, mySQL, PHP, (X)HTML, JavaScript, , ,
CMS Used:
Open Source
We develop for Drupal and WordPress. From original modules / plugins through to turning graphic designs into working themes, we cover every technical aspect of site development based on these platforms.
Company Overview
Languages Spoken:
English
No. of Employees:
Established: 2006
Joined WWDC: 31 October 2007
We Recommend
SEO expert:
Nikki Pilkington
Hosting company:
Dreamhost
GridRepublic
- Development
Non-profit organization which allows users to donate spare computer time to beneficial research projects. Our project for them was to develop a Facebook application called Progress Thru Processors.
Languages: N/A
Project type: Online application
Organisation category: Non-profit Organisation
Industry: Not for profit / Charity
Content managed (CMS): No
CMS Description: N/A
Online Payment System: N/A
Number of people who worked on this project: 1
Technologies used: PHP, Facebook
Completion date: September 2009 (on-going)
Voicespan
- Hosting
- Development
Supply of VOIP services.
Languages: N/A
Project type: Content Managed
Organisation category: Private Company
Industry: IT
Content managed (CMS): Yes
CMS Description: WordPress for blogging and basic content management.
Online Payment System: N/A
Number of people who worked on this project: 1
Technologies used: CSS, mySQL, PHP
Completion date: July 2009
Advanced Kitchen Design
- Hosting
- Development
Marion John designs kitchens and offers professional advice as to choice of products and fitters.
Languages: English
Project type: Content Managed
Organisation category: Private Company
Industry: Consumer Services
Content managed (CMS): Yes
CMS Description: Drupal 6 with Ubercart for e-commerce.
Online Payment System: Protx.
Number of people who worked on this project: 1
Technologies used: CSS, (X)HTML, JavaScript, mySQL, PHP
Completion date: April 2009 (on-going)
Cake Business Matching
- Development
Sally Danbury provides a business matching service.
Languages: N/A
Project type: Content Managed
Organisation category: Private Company
Industry: Professional Services
Content managed (CMS): Yes
CMS Description: WordPress configured for B2B requirements.
Online Payment System: N/A
Number of people who worked on this project: 1
Technologies used: CSS, (X)HTML, JavaScript, mySQL, PHP
Completion date: March 2009
Fresh Media Group: VIP4
- Development
Fresh Media Group is a leading force in the design, conception, production and delivery of all forms of online and offline media.
Languages: N/A
Project type: Content Managed
Organisation category: Corporation / Public Company
Industry: Media & Communication
Content managed (CMS): Yes
CMS Description: N/A
Online Payment System: N/A
Number of people who worked on this project: 1
Technologies used: CSS, JavaScript, mySQL, PHP, Drupal
Completion date: November 2008
Fresh Media Group: Ceros
- Development
Fresh Media Group is a leading force in the design, conception, production and delivery of all forms of online and offline media.
Languages: N/A
Project type: Content Managed
Organisation category: Corporation / Public Company
Industry: Media & Communication
Content managed (CMS): Yes
CMS Description: N/A
Online Payment System: N/A
Number of people who worked on this project: 1
Technologies used: JavaScript, mySQL, PHP, Drupal
Completion date: November 2008
Environmental Graffiti
- Development
A high traffic blog on environmental issues for which we implemented a new theme with more advertising space and other enhancements.
Languages: N/A
Project type:
Organisation category:
Industry: Media & Communication
Content managed (CMS): Yes
CMS Description: N/A
Online Payment System: N/A
Number of people who worked on this project: 1
Technologies used: CSS, (X)HTML, PHP
Completion date: August 2008
Twelfth Man
- Hosting
- Development
A marketing agency based in Bangor, Wales.
Languages: English, Welsh
Project type: Content Managed
Organisation category: Private Company
Industry: Other
Content managed (CMS): Yes
CMS Description: Drupal with Facebook integration.
Online Payment System: N/A
Number of people who worked on this project: 1
Technologies used: CSS, JavaScript, mySQL, PHP, Facebook API
Completion date: April 2008
Lynton & Barnstaple Railway
- Development
Drupal CMS development for this popular tourist attraction and railway restoration company.
Languages: N/A
Project type: Content Managed
Organisation category:
Industry: Tourism & Travel
Content managed (CMS): Yes
CMS Description: N/A
Online Payment System: N/A
Number of people who worked on this project: 1
Technologies used: CSS, mySQL, PHP
Completion date: August 2007
Reviews
Likemind made dizzyingly complicated work seem easy --
Developing the Facebook application "Progress Thru Processors" was a very complicated job, involving not just Facebook but coordination of remote systems. Several developers had tried and failed miserably before we were introduced to Likemind.
i look forward to our future work together and very highly recommend the firm.
Likemind was recommended to me by the company that design our logo, as they had successfully worked together in the past. All dealings with likemind were carried out in a prompt and professional manner. Being an IT professional I did not have an issue with terminology, but could tell that Alfred very much 'knew his onions'.
As well as carrying out instructions, Alfred added lot of value to the process by recommending more professional Wordpress theme sources, and by suggesting ways in which the website design could be optimised to improve user interaction and achieve the desired results.
I have no hesitation in recommending Likemind for Wordpress-based site development.
Likemind Web Services were very professional, helpful and responded to my queries quickly. They were particularly patient with me and my lack of technical knowledge - Alfred managed my expectations well and got my www.cakenewbusiness.com site up and running seemingly seamlessly. I was very happy with the service and would certainly recommend Likemind Web Services to anyone requiring assistance with their web requirements.
I knew of Alfred and Likemind through his contributions on networking sites and - since he seemed to talk sense - I asked him about getting my site re-organised. I wasn't happy with the response of my then web developers. Alfred talked a lot of sense and his advice, unlike that from the previous firm, fitted in with what research I'd done.
It has taken longer than expected to get the new site up and running but that's been due to a number of factors, including me being too busy to give it as much attention as I should. Likemind have responded very promptly to all of my questions and requests ... and been very patient with my complete lack of knowledge. Jargon inevitably creeps in but Alfred has taken the time to explain it to me, very clearly, when asked.
Likemind recommended a graphic designer to help with the look of the site which. although causing part of the delay, was a very good idea. Overall I'm very pleased with the end result.
An excellent service from start to finish. There were delays in us being in a position to begin the project but Likemind stayed in touch regularly and were ready to go as soon as we were. The technical specification was immediately understood by them and suggestions were made to improve it with regards to how facebook actually works. Their understanding of the visual as well as the technical was particularly useful to us.
We were very impressed with the service, the level of competence and the end result. Would not hesitate to recommend.
Very helpful and knowledgable. Happy to spend time explaining and is interested in the best for the customer instead of the best for him financially (like many others I have come across!)
All in all a very good service that I will use as a first point of contact for all future work.
Likemind were excellent - they took plenty of time to fully understand our requirements, exceeded our expectations & delivered a splendid website on time. Training & follow up was also excellent. I would not hesitate to recommend them to anyone.
Alfred of Likemind did an excellent job. Our requests were to have an easy to use interface for adding information and for use by the general public. We requested full membership functionality so that the site can be used logged into by all our members to add events and recover any information required for Cavalier business for members eyes only. A shop was added as requested so that we will be able to sell tickets and merchandise when we stage our next major event.
After sales is excellent, just an email or a phone call and Alfred is on hand to put anything right.
I would not hesitate to recomend LIKEMIND for website building and advise. He has done us proud!
Excellent service. Professionally provided
Alfred Armstrong
Director
Alfred is our founder and technical wiz.
WWDC:
What's your name and position in the company?
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”Alfred Armstrong, Founder”
WWDC:
Describe your company in 5 words.
Figure W:
”Small, friendly, technically aware”
WWDC:
What's your business philosophy?
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”Technology doesn't have to be hard-to understand, costly or unreliable.”
WWDC:
Describe your office environment.
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”A home within a home.”
WWDC:
What makes you different from other web design companies?
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”I like to think we know a bit more about all the technical stuff than most.”
WWDC:
How do you get the majority of your business?
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”Being found through search engines and via personal recommendation.”
WWDC:
What do you think is the most crucial element of creating a good client relationship?
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”Listening to the client; frequent feedback; asking intelligent questions; being prepared to admit mistakes if you make any; being honest and open.”
WWDC:
What computers do you have use in your offices, PCs or Macs?
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”PC”
WWDC:
How was your company name chosen?
Figure W:
”It's a kind of pun. Figure W suggests that we know how to figure (out) the w(eb).”
WWDC:
If you were to give your clients one tip on how to get the most from their website what would it be?
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”Have it reviewed for quality by an independent consultant.”
