BuddyPress Development

1. Introduction/Discovery Meeting: The first step is to have an initial introduction meeting on phone/zoom to know more about your business and project.
2. Proposal Presentation: Multidots team will present you a proposal that includes our understanding of the problem (scope of work/scope of engagement), solution, cost, timeline, and other terms.
3. Finalize the Contract: If you are happy and ready to engage with Multidots, we will formalize the contract by signing a Master Service Agreement (MSA) and other on-boarding formalities.

• 15+ years of experience in Web development and WordPress development.
• One of the WordPress VIP Gold Partners.
• We have a globally distributed team of 115+ members available around the clock.
• Experience working with a small startup to large enterprise brands such as Ask Media Group, Accenture, Jumeirah, National Association of Broadcasters (NAB), and Sneaker News.
• Core contributor to WordPress and a variety of different open-source initiatives and events.
• Active and proud members of a variety of different industry associations and chambers of commerce.

Yes, we have a team based in Austin (Texas) available to talk at 646-586-5500.

We provide 1 to 3 months of free support based on the nature and size of the project. After free support, we have separate retainer and maintenance services that will cover ongoing hassle-free support and maintenance of your website.

• Introduction/Discovery Meeting: The first step is to have an initial introduction meeting on the phone/zoom to learn more about your business and project. Schedule a discovery meeting or submit the inquiry form here.
• Proposal Presentation: The Multidots team will present you with a proposal that includes our understanding of the problem (scope of work/scope of engagement), solution, cost, timeline, and other terms.
• Finalize the Contract: If you are happy and ready to move forward with Multidots, we will finalize the contract by signing a Master Service Agreement (MSA) and other on-boarding formalities.

Here is a detailed step-by-step process for working with us.

Yes, we provide 3-hours free consultation with domain experts. You can utilize these free consulting hours to brainstorm your ideas/problems, refine the requirements, discuss the possible solutions and approaches. You can schedule the meeting with the domain expert here.

To ensure code quality, we follow many different standards for quality and performance.

• PHP_CodeSniffer for PHP code
• WordPress-VIP-Minimum for WordPress code
• W3C Validation with CSS Lint for HTML & CSS code
• JSLint for JavaScript code
• WordPress Coding Standard
• We extensively use PHPStorm IDE with code check integrations. Besides, we have our GitHub repos, integrated with Travis for pre-hook commit check with PHPCS

To migrate to WordPress, start with pre-migration planning, which includes a backup of your current site. Install WordPress, select a theme, customize it, migrate content manually or using tools, test functionality, and finally, point your domain to WordPress.

Yes, you can transfer a non-WordPress website to WordPress. This involves mapping your current site structure to WordPress, manually transferring content or using migration tools, and ensuring your SEO and functionality are preserved throughout the process.

While not strictly necessary, hiring a professional can simplify the migration process, especially for complex sites. Professionals can help avoid common pitfalls, ensure SEO preservation, and customize your WordPress site to your needs.

If properly managed, your SEO should not be negatively impacted by migrating to WordPress. Pay special attention to maintaining URL structures, 301 redirects, and transferring all SEO metadata to minimize disruptions in search engine rankings.

WordPress stands out for its user-friendly interface, extensive plugin and theme ecosystem, and robust community support. Its flexibility and scalability cater to both small businesses and large enterprises, making it an adaptable choice for various needs.

Migrating from Umbraco to WordPress typically involves exporting your Umbraco content, importing it into WordPress using tools or plugins, and then setting up your WordPress theme and plugins to match your site’s requirements.

Businesses often choose WordPress for its simplicity, extensive customization options through plugins and themes, strong SEO capabilities, and large support community. These factors make it an attractive CMS for a wide range of users.

The primary distinctions lie in their platform base, with WordPress being PHP-based and Umbraco using .NET. WordPress offers more themes and plugins, whereas Umbraco provides a robust framework for custom development.

Exporting an Umbraco website involves manually or using tools to extract the site’s content and data. Since there’s no direct export feature, you may need to use database tools or custom scripts.

Migrating to WordPress involves setting up a new WordPress installation, importing your site’s content (either manually or through a migration plugin), and then configuring themes and plugins to replicate your site’s functionality and design.

The best migration plugin for WordPress can vary based on your specific needs. Plugins like WP All Import, Duplicator, UpdraftPlus, and All-in-One WP Migration are highly recommended for their ease of use and versatility.

To migrate to WordPress, you’ll need your site’s content (posts, pages, images) and, if possible, your database export. Depending on your site, theme files and custom plugin code may also be necessary for a complete migration.