Freelance Web Developer: Ludovic Frank

Quick presentation

From a very young age, at 6 years old, I took an interest in computing and the internet.
During adolescence, I spent most of my time developing small software, then websites.
Later, I became interested in Search Engine Optimization (SEO) to expand my skill set.
After a few positions as a "Lead dev," I launched my freelance web developer career and now support companies in their digital journeys.

Web development is thus a significant part of my life, but being freelance allows me to explore other areas. Even though I am physically located in Nancy, I now have clients all over France.

If you want to know more, please feel free to visit my LinkedIn profile.

My services

Creating your website

There are several types of websites, here are some ideas

Creation of a showcase website with what is called a CMS (Wordpress), which can be seen as a "pre-designed" website generator, this website will be created quickly and is generally used to create simple, unpretentious showcase websites.
Create a custom website, with more advanced tools, this is for people whose business depends on the website, the creation time is slower, costs are higher, but the possibilities are much greater.
Creation of generic online stores: Like showcase websites, e-commerce stores can operate with "turnkey" tools, customization and scalability will be limited, but, it allows you to get started quickly.
Create a custom e-commerce site: Unlike generic online stores found on the internet, a custom e-commerce will convey the soul of your business to your visitors.

Whether it is the creation of a showcase website, a custom e-commerce site or the redesign of an existing website, the choice is made according to your objectives and budget. If you have more questions, we can discuss them in more detail.

Take a look at websites and applications I have created.

Application development: using Google docs and Spotify as examples

Creating your application

A web app typically uses technologies similar to websites.

The major difference compared to a website is that it is much less static and can be used to perform tasks like software on your computer or smartphone.

Some examples of applications working with web technologies:

Google Docs
Spotify

Note that there is a difference between a mobile application (called native), a web application, and a hybrid application. In short, the technologies used are not the same...

I develop custom web applications (with frameworks such as Ruby on Rails and Symfony) as well as native mobile apps for iOS and Android, several of them are available on the App Store and Google Play.

SEO - Search Engine Optimization

Contrary to popular belief, putting a site online is not enough to bring it up on Google.

SEO relies on three things:

Content
Reputation
Technique

It should be noted that normally a freelance web developer profile does not have this type of skills, my profile is very atypical, in addition to simple web development, I am interested in everything related to the web.

Concretely: SEO audit of your website, technical optimization (loading speed, structured data, mobile version) and advice on your content strategy.

A web and new technologies expert consultant

Consulting, IT, and web

At this point, you will have likely understood that I grew up with the internet.
Therefore, I am the right person to guide you during your adventure on the web.
How to test your product? Where are your future prospects? How will you go after them? How long will it take?

These are so many questions to which I can help you find the answer.

My story with IT and the web

Blog article

How to put a Turbo app on the App Store (iOS)?

Category: Development

My blog is my favorite place to express myself, where I share tips on mobile app development and web development, and not only that.
I might also talk about Growth Hacking or even Web Marketing and SEO. But overall, we stay in the realm of IT and, more precisely, the web.
There might be articles on entrepreneurship and the freelance world occasionally as well.
As a web developer, I'm interested in everything that is closely or remotely related to the web.

Every article is drawn from real projects and problems I have actually solved, it is also the best way to see how I work before contacting me.

Go to the blog

Why work with a freelance web developer?

A single point of contact

When you work with me, you talk directly to the person who designs and codes your website or application. No project managers, no layers of intermediaries: questions get answered faster, and nothing gets lost in translation between you and the code.

You own your code

Everything I develop for you belongs to you: source code, domain name, hosting. If one day you want to bring the project in-house or work with someone else, you are free to do so, no lock-in.

Developer, but not only: SEO and mobile too

A website that nobody finds is of little use. Because I have also worked on search engine optimization since my early days, SEO is built into every project from the start: clean semantic markup, performance, structured data. And when your project calls for it, I can extend it with a native iOS or Android application.

Long-term partnerships

Since 2014, I have been supporting some of my clients for many years, several of the businesses shown above have trusted me with their website or application through multiple versions and redesigns. A website is a living product; I stay around to make it evolve.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a freelance web developer cost?

Every project is different: a showcase website, a custom e-commerce site and a mobile application do not require the same amount of work. That is why I start with a free, no-obligation quote based on your actual needs. You can request one directly on this website.

Which technologies do you work with?

I mainly build custom websites and web applications with frameworks such as Ruby on Rails and Symfony (PHP), and native mobile applications for iOS and Android. For simple showcase websites, a CMS such as WordPress can also be a good fit. I always choose the technology that matches the project, not the other way around.

Do you only work with clients in Nancy?

No. I am based in Nancy, in the Grand Est region, but I have been working remotely with clients all over France since 2014. Video calls, screen sharing and regular deliveries make remote collaboration simple and effective.

How does a web project with you typically go?

We start with a discussion about your goals, then I send you a detailed quote. Once it is accepted, I develop the project iteratively and show you progress regularly. After going live, I remain available for maintenance, improvements and search engine optimization.

Do you handle maintenance and SEO after launch?

Yes. A website is never really finished: security updates, new features and search engine optimization (SEO) are part of my services. I have been maintaining some of my clients' websites and applications for many years.

Why choose a freelance web developer instead of an agency?

With a freelance web developer you talk directly to the person who writes the code: no intermediaries, faster decisions and lower overhead costs. You also keep full ownership of the source code I write for you.

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Freelance Web Developer