What it involved

This was a quick and enjoyable project which only required me to transform a website design which was created by a third party designer into a HTML mockup with accompanying Javascript functionality. The design features several different types of pages with vibrant and contrasting colours, and a straight forward and simple to use navigation system.

The HTML mockup was then handed over to another developer who converted it into a Wordpress template and setup the rest of the system.

Technologies & Skills used

• HTML, XHTML, CSS, XML
• jQuery and jQuery UI

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What it involved

This website has been a long time coming. I’ve had the intention for a couple of years now, but there was always something else that I had to spend my time on. I’ve worked on it on and off for a few months and have finally reached the stage where I am happy enough to put in the public domain. It’s not finished and probably never will be from a technical point of view.

I’ve created this website for a few reasons :

• To help fellow developers get around problems that I have also encountered and had to get around. There have been many many occasions where I’ve spent hours or days trying to figure out how to get past something, and then stumbled across a blog that gives me the answer. It’s about time that I try to be that blog for someone else!
• To showcase my work
• It’s a great opportunity to learn more about new technologies and techniques

I could have very easily used an open source solution to do this in just a few days. But I like design and coding and it’s what I do for a living, so doing it all from scratch seemed like the only path I could take.

Technologies & Skills used

• ASP.net 3.5 with MVC 2.0
• C Sharp with Object Orientated Design
• HTML, XHTML, CSS, XML
• jQuery and jQuery UI
• LINQ and LINQ-TO-SQL
• REST and SOAP Web Services with JSON
• SQL Server 2008

What it involved

The goal of this project was to automate the processing of online orders for flight simulation addon software, and to distribute, manage and authenticate serials for them. The client develops and sells software, and needed to reduce the workload required to run their business on a day to day basis. They also wanted to implement piracy protection within the installer, and to be able to associate each serial with a customer for traceability and accountability. Having seen the Eiresim system in use, the client contacted them and was referred me.

The difference with this project was that almost all of the orders were received from Simmarket, a leading simulation software seller. This meant that the Eiresim application would need to be extended to serve the Simmarket eCommerce API. With the help from and in collaboration with Simmarket, this was implemented for both Eiresim and Latin VFR.

Orders are processed without any intervention from administrators unless something in the order is inconsistent or incorrect. Administrators can then process it manually, or investigate using informative alerts, emails and logged messages. The core requirements were:

• Simmarket and Paypal API integration
• The ability to manually create, edit and disable orders and serials, and to be able to leave comments and history
• The ability to add, edit and delete products.
• Automatically import serials for a product
• Setup Factory installer script for online serial authentication
• Secure authentication and verification of received orders
• Order processing records and history for a paper trail audit

Technologies & Skills used

• ASP.net 3.5 with Webforms
• C Sharp with Object Orientated Design
• HTML, XHTML, CSS, XML
• Javascript and Ajax
• Lua
• Paypal Payment Integration
• Simmarket Integration
• SQL Server 2008

What they said about working with me

'John works arduously and efficiently at making your requests and needs his top priority, he won’t rest until he completes the goals he sets himself. Constantly he would offer advice and strive at innovating and creating everything you might need. I would recommend him to anyone I know.'

Ricardo Morillo - Latin VFR

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What it involved

The goal of this project was to automate the processing of online orders for flight simulation addon software, and to distribute, manage and authenticate serials for them. The client develops and sells software, and needed to reduce the workload required to run their business on a day to day basis. They also wanted to implement piracy protection within the installer, and to be able to associate each serial with a customer for traceability and accountability.

Initially, the orders were only received from Paypal, but the application was later upgraded to also accept orders from Simmarket. Orders are processed without any intervention from administrators unless something in the order is inconsistent or incorrect. Administrators can then process it manually, or investigate using informative alerts, emails and logged messages. The core requirements were:

• Simmarket and Paypal API integration
• The ability to manually create, edit and disable orders and serials, and to be able to leave comments and history
• The ability to add, edit and delete products.
• Automatically import serials for a product
• Setup Factory installer script for online serial authentication
• Secure authentication and verification of received orders
• Order processing records and history for a paper trail audit

The application was developed from the ground up as a bespoke solution, but was subsequently upgraded to the application also being used by Latin VFR.

Technologies & Skills used

• ASP.net 3.5 with Webforms
• C Sharp with Object Orientated Design
• HTML, XHTML, CSS, XML
• Javascript and Ajax
• Lua
• Paypal Payment Integration
• Simmarket Integration
• SQL Server 2008

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What it involved

The goal of this project was to create a website that list deals and discounts that are available to people in Ireland, as well as money saving tips and advice. The client had a very clear idea of what they wanted in terms of features and look and feel, which included:

• A database of deals which could be easily maintained by administrators
• A Content Managment System (CMS)
• A Blog
• Newsletter subscription, composition and archive functionality. A newsletter based on deals in the database should be generated with a single click
• Deals listing with search and filtering
• RSS Feed syndication
• Search engine optimisation

The website design was created by a third party who was hired by the client, so I did not have much input on the aesthetics or layout

Technologies & Skills used

• ASP.net 3.5 with Webforms
• C Sharp with Object Orientated Design
• HTML, XHTML, CSS, XML
• Javascript and Ajax
• SQL Server 2008

What they said about working with me

'John was very professional throughout the whole process from the discovery stage to when the site went live. His attention to detail was exemplary and his commitment to the project went far and above my expectations... I would have no hesitation in working with John again. '

Simon Benner - DiscountsIreland.ie

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What it involved

The goals of this project were to create a website that served as:

• A secure online reservation system which allowed people to make a reservation at the hotel.
• A brochure website which presented the hotels many qualities to potential customers.

I developed a bespoke booking engine that gave the hotel staff complete control over rates, rooms, facilities and special offers. The system also surveyed customers about their experience after they stayed, and presented the staff with the results in statistical format. The design was produced by a freelance graphic designer hired and managed by myself. Please note: This website is no longer online.

Technologies & Skills used

• ASP.net 2.0 with Webforms
• HTML, XHTML, CSS, XML
• SQL Server 2005
• VB with Object Orientated Design

What they said about working with me

'John created the website for the Hotel and maintained and improved it for four years. He also provided all of the the technical support in relation to the management of this website. We found his services to be efficient, timely and valuable, and allowed the Hotel to achieve it's marketing objectives.'

General Manager - Hibernian Hotel

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