Building Modern Websites That Help Businesses Grow
I build fast, modern websites and web apps that do an actual job for your business - bring in enquiries, rank on Google, and work properly on a phone.
A developer who actually cares whether it works for you
I'm Daniel, a web developer based in Liverpool. I've spent the last eight or so years building and looking after websites and apps at agencies, and I take on freelance work under my own name, DCW Digital, on the side.
The part I genuinely enjoy is the problem-solving: working out what a business actually needs and then building something that holds up. Away from the keyboard I'm usually with my family, having a tinker with some new bit of tech, or out somewhere in the northwest.
- Liverpool-based, happy to work remote across the UK
- 8+ years building and maintaining sites at agencies
- Husband and dad - family comes first
- Like fixing real problems, not chasing shiny things
A full-stack skill set, focused on results
From pixel-perfect frontends to the infrastructure that keeps them online - the complete toolkit to design, build, optimise and maintain modern digital products.
Frontend
Accessible, responsive interfaces built on solid markup, modern frameworks and well-structured styling.
- HTML5
- CSS3
- JavaScript
- TypeScript
- React
- Next.js
- Tailwind CSS
- Sass / LESS
- Responsive Design
Backend & Languages
Robust server-side applications and APIs across the .NET, PHP and Node ecosystems.
- C# / .NET
- ASP.NET MVC
- PHP
- Node.js
- REST APIs
- Authentication
CMS & Platforms
Building, customising and migrating sites on the content platforms businesses already rely on.
- WordPress
- Umbraco
- Concrete CMS
- Drupal
- Joomla
Databases & ORM
Designing reliable data layers with relational databases and modern object-relational mappers.
- SQL Server
- MySQL
- Entity Framework
- Fluent NHibernate
- ORM Design
Tooling, DevOps & AI
Shipping with confidence - version control, automated pipelines, integrations and AI-assisted workflows.
- Git
- CI/CD
- DevOps
- Hosting & Deployment
- AI Tooling
- APIs & Integrations
SEO & Performance
Fast, findable, accessible websites - strong technical foundations that rank well and convert.
- Technical SEO
- Core Web Vitals
- Performance
- Structured Data
- Accessibility
Trusted by organisations that matter
A mix of NHS trusts, public-health services and national charities - some of the organisations whose sites and apps I've built or looked after over the years.
Helping your business grow online
Whatever's holding your website back - or wherever you want to take your business next - there's a straightforward way I can help. No jargon, just results you can see.
Website Development
Fast, modern websites and web apps, designed and built from scratch around your goals.
- Bespoke design and build, tailored to you
- Fast, accessible and built to convert
- SEO and performance baked in
Website Auditing
A clear, prioritised review of an existing site - what's working, what isn't, and what to fix first.
- Know exactly what's holding your site back
- Prioritised, jargon-free recommendations
- Quick wins separated from the bigger jobs
Support & Maintenance
Keep your site secure, updated and online with a simple monthly care plan - pick the level that suits.
- Updates, backups and monitoring
- A real person for changes & questions
- A predictable, fixed monthly cost
Digital Partner
Your go-to person for digital - on hand for advice or ad-hoc work, charged as used and invoiced monthly.
- A trusted expert on call
- Advice and ad-hoc work, no big commitment
- Only pay for what you use
A clear, collaborative process
No black boxes. From first conversation to long-term growth, you'll always know where we are and what comes next.
- Step 01
Discovery
We start by understanding your goals, audience and constraints. No assumptions - just the right questions.
- Step 02
Planning
I map out scope, architecture, content and timelines so everyone knows exactly what we're building and why.
- Step 03
Design
Clean, on-brand interface design focused on clarity, trust and conversion - reviewed together before a line of code.
- Step 04
Development
Production-grade, well-documented code built on a modern, scalable stack with accessibility baked in.
- Step 05
Testing
Cross-browser, cross-device, performance and accessibility testing to make sure everything is rock solid.
- Step 06
Launch
A smooth, monitored deployment with redirects, analytics and SEO essentials configured from day one.
- Step 07
Growth & Support
Ongoing optimisation, maintenance and advice to keep your site fast, secure and growing.
Looking for a developer?
I'm open to permanent, contract and remote roles. Have a look at my experience and the work I've shipped, and get in touch if it's a fit.
Need help with your website?
New site, tired old one, or something that's just not working right - tell me what you're after and I'll tell you straight what I'd do.
Free Website Health Check
Not sure why your website isn't pulling its weight? I'll review your site and send you a no-obligation snapshot of what's working, what isn't, and the three highest-impact fixes - completely free.
- How fast your website loads
- How easily customers can find you online
- How well it works on phones
- Your top 3 fixes, in plain English
No cost, no commitment, no jargon. Results within 2 working days.
Got something you want building?
A project, a role, or just a question - either way, drop me a line and I'll get back to you. No hard sell, just a straight answer.