Michael T. DeWitt

System Administrator

IT Consultant

Sysadmin

Infrastructure Engineer

Network Administrator

Michael T. DeWitt

System Administrator

IT Consultant

Sysadmin

Infrastructure Engineer

Network Administrator

“Jerk It Till You Make It” – The sauciest site on the web!

  • Project Title: E-Commerce Website Development for Chef’s Jerk Sauce
  • Client: CG Foods II Inc.
  • My Role: Web Developer and E-Commerce Specialist
  • Technologies Used: WooCommerce, HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, Payment Gateway Integration, SEO tools, and Google Analytics.

Objective: Create an engaging e-commerce website for a chef to market and sell his signature jerk sauce online, providing a platform that highlights the product’s unique qualities and facilitates easy purchasing.

Challenges Overcome: The primary challenge was crafting a visually appealing site that conveyed the authentic, handcrafted nature of the sauce while ensuring a seamless and secure shopping experience for customers. Additionally, integrating shipping and payment options that catered to both local and international buyers was crucial.

  1. Brand Consultation and Planning: Collaborated with the chef to understand his brand vision, target audience, and product features. Designed a site layout that would effectively tell the story of the sauce and its origins.
  2. Design and Development: Built the e-commerce site using Shopify for its robust platform features and ease of use. Customized the design with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to create a unique, brand-aligned aesthetic that showcased the product beautifully.
  3. E-Commerce Setup: Integrated secure payment gateways and shipping options, ensuring a smooth checkout process. Set up product pages with detailed descriptions, high-quality images, and customer reviews to boost trust and sales.
  4. SEO and Marketing Integration: Implemented SEO best practices to increase search engine visibility and connected the site with social media platforms to drive traffic. Set up Google Analytics to track user behavior and optimize marketing efforts.
  5. Training and Support: Provided training to the chef on managing the online store, including updating product listings, processing orders, and analyzing sales data. Continued to offer support for any technical issues or site updates.

Results: The website successfully launched, providing a platform for the chef to sell his jerk sauce online, leading to a steady increase in sales and brand awareness. The site’s user-friendly design and integrated marketing tools contributed to a 25% boost in online orders within the first three months.

"Michael did an incredible job bringing my vision to life. The site looks amazing, and it’s been a fantastic way to reach more customers and grow my brand."
Cleveland G.
Owner