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Straight answers about websites, stores and growing online.
A website design blog with real prices, honest comparisons and step-by-step fixes. Written by a software engineer who builds and secures these systems for a living.

Software costs3 min read
How to choose a software development company: 12 questions to ask before you sign
How to choose a software development company: 12 questions about scope, ownership, security, testing and support, plus the warning signs that predict a troubled project.
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Software costs4 min read
Outsourcing software development to Kenya: costs, time zones and how to do it well
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Automation3 min read
Online booking system for a small business: cost, features and reminders that cut no-shows
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Website costs3 min read
Website maintenance cost: what you pay for, and what happens if you skip it
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Software costs4 min read
Fixed price vs time and materials: which software contract protects you?
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Software costs4 min read
MVP development cost: what a first version really costs, and what to leave out
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Software costs7 min read
How much does custom software cost in 2026? Real numbers, line by line
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Website costs3 min read
How much does a website cost in Kenya in 2026?
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WooCommerce & M-Pesa3 min read
How to accept M-Pesa on WooCommerce: a step-by-step guide
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Website costs2 min read
Wix vs WordPress: which is better for a growing business?
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Security2 min read
7 signs your website has been hacked, and what to do next
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SEO2 min read
Slow WordPress site? 6 causes and how to fix them
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The 40-point website launch checklist.
The same checklist every Truecrest site passes before going live: speed, SEO, security, forms and payments. Use it on your own site, or hand it to your developer.
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