Articles: quality

AI builder vs custom build: what you actually get

AI website builders promise fast launches. Custom builds cost more upfront. Here is what you actually get on performance, accessibility, ownership, and long-term cost.

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Custom build vs template: what you really get

Custom builds vs templates: what you really get for your money. A practical comparison covering quality, performance, accessibility, ownership, and long-term costs.

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Progressive enhancement and why it still matters

An explanation of progressive enhancement, why it matters for accessibility and reliability, and how to build sites that work for everyone.

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7 minute read time / 902 words

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Third-party scripts and when to say no

A guide to understanding the impact of third-party scripts, how to audit them, when to remove them, and alternatives that protect performance.

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Accessibility claim checklist. How to spot real work vs marketing

A practical checklist to help you assess accessibility claims, request evidence, and avoid expensive mistakes.

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4 minute read time / 469 words

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Accessibility overlays and one line fixes. What they miss

Why overlays and quick fixes fail real user journeys, and what a reliable accessibility approach looks like instead.

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Performance, quality code, and knowing what you’re doing

Slow sites cost you users, money, and trust. Learn why performance, code quality and proper development make all the difference, and how I build sites that work.

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Themes vs bespoke builds. Where accessibility breaks first

A practical look at where off-the-shelf themes and template stacks most often fail accessibility, and how to reduce risk before you commit.

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5 minute read time / 681 words

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Why QA beats hope. A release checklist for small sites

A practical release checklist covering accessibility, performance, tracking, and content checks, designed for small teams.

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5 minute read time / 591 words

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