I’m occasionally asked how I build websites, what software I use, who my service providers are and mostly, what’s the technology behind CSSJockey website. I thought it would be great if I write a little about what’s running where and how it all fits together.

What is CSSJockey?

Let me start by answering what I am mostly being asked, “Why I chose this name – (CSSJockey)? “. CSS is a short name of Cascading Style Sheets which is used to create websites with current web standards (more about CSS). Jockey as you all know is the one who drives or operates something just like a Disc Jockey or a Polo player. With me, CSS is the driving force and I am the Jockey.

The Technology behind CSSJockey

You must have realized by now that CSSJockey is powered by WordPress. Each element of CSSJockey can be managed within WordPress dashboard without touching the code. With the increase in demand of websites based on WordPress, I have created Custom Theme Settings Options, which facilitate my clients to update their site content easily, even if it’s not a WordPress default function. To enhance user experience, this site takes full advantage of jQuery and the valid xHTML/CSS code is fully functional on all major browsers including IE6.

I strongly believe that WordPress is not just blogging software; it’s a powerful CMS which is no doubt highly recommended by professional developers.

What Software do I use??

Well, I am not from Mars so I use what everyone is using; only thing that differentiates CJ from others is the knowledge of web-standards and experience gained in last few years. To name a few:

• I use Adobe Photoshop for designing website layouts
• Adobe Illustrator for vector art and icons
• Aptana for xHTML/CSS, jQuery, PHP, Cake PHP and Ruby On Rails
• Microsoft VWD 2008 for ASP.net development
• Wamp for local server

Whom I trust for Web Hosting?

I tried a few hosts but was never satisfied with the services and response time for my queries. Being a developer I don’t think I have time to read their documentation to find out the solution. Finally I signed up with HostGator and using their Business Plan with unlimited features and their after sale service is just awesome. Online Support Chat is where I click when I have a query.

What Gadgets Do I Use?

Now if I start writing about this I guess this blog will be a gadget blog, so I would keep this for some other project I might start in coming years.

What can I do for you?

I guess you missed the services section of this website, please check it out.