Applied Software Connections


Applied Software Connections ~ Web Site Information

"Getting Started" - A Very Basic Web Overview/Checklist
  • $25 ~ $500

         If you need a small (3 ~ 7 pages), "do it yourself", information only, static web site with "standard" graphics this is an excellent choice. Some companies offer several templates for you to choose from and an easy to use interface for adding/altering your text.

  • $500 ~ $50,000

         Most web design companies fit into this category.

         Pricing Structure Within This Category

  • $50,000 & Up

         Usually reserved for the larger corporations, government contracts and those with an inside track...
Some things to think about beforehand...
  • Do you have anything in mind? - If you have NO idea look for sites you find appealing and write down their addresses (http://www.<their domain>.com) for later reference.

  • Don't expect a $1000 web site to make you a millionaire, especially within a year... :-)

  • What do you know you need?

    Possible Pages
    • home = capture your audiences attention
    • services = what you do
    • about = who you are
    • contact = how to reach you

  • How often will the site need to be updated if at all?

  • Do you need the ability to make changes yourself?

  • Will your design require Static or Dynamic Content?

    • Static (fixed; stationary)

      • Basic HTML pages, w/wo JavaScript, limited form processing, no database.

    • Dynamic (characterized by continuous change, activity, or progress)


    • Flash

  • "Standard" or "Professional" Graphics?

  • Will the site need to obtain sensitive information?

  • Do you plan to sell items (e-store) of some kind?

    • Will you require credit card processing?
    • Will you require shopping cart software?


  • Will the site need "search" capabilities?

General Pricing Breakdown - This information is a general overview ONLY. Each price range is broken down into two categories, Static and Dynamic (intended to help you, the customer, understand web construction costs).

  • $500 ~ $1,000

    • Static
      • 5 ~ 10 pages
      • minimal custom graphics
    • Dynamic
      • minimal (form processing, server variables, etc.)


  • $1,000 ~ $2,500

    • Static
      • numerous pages
      • custom graphics and/or animation
      • JavaScript
    • Dynamic
      • small scale
      • server side scripting
      • extensive form processing
      • small database
      • small administration interface


  • $2,500 ~ $5,000

    • Static
      • numerous pages
      • custom graphics and/or animation
    • Dynamic
      • medium scale
      • server side scripting
      • extensive form processing
      • database
      • administration interface
      • custom graphics and/or animation


  • $5,000 ~ $10,000

    • Static (this is rare nowadays)
      • numerous pages
      • custom graphics and/or animation
    • Dynamic
      • large scale
      • server side scripting
      • extensive form processing
      • extensive business logic
      • content search
      • database
      • administration interface
      • custom graphics and/or animation


  • $10,000 ~ $50,000

    • Static (very rare)
      • numerous pages
      • custom graphics and/or animation
    • Dynamic
      • very large scale
      • server side scripting
      • extensive form processing
      • extensive business logic
      • content search
      • database
      • administration interface
      • custom graphics and/or animation
Glossary
  • JavaScript/AJAX (code processed within your browser)

    • PRO : cool visual effects
    • PRO : form validation
    • PRO : requires no request/response connection with the server
    • CON : code is viewable by anyone and thus does not protect intellectual property
    • CON : can be insecure if not utilized properly


  • Server Script (code processed on the server)

    • PRO : comprehensive form procesing/validation
    • PRO : can interact with a database
    • PRO : request/response - numerous ways to process
      • client makes request (click on a link)
      • code is processed on the server (ASP, PHP, CF, etc.)
      • results are sent back to the browser
    • PRO : best when used in conjunction with JavaScript


  • Macromedia Flash

    • PRO : fluid animation
    • PRO : small file size
    • CON : Requires third party plug-in