- Dmitry Rodionov
Own AI model or external service?
Data control, maintenance costs, and infrastructure requirements influence the choice of solution. Questions to ask before making a decision.
Ideas / signals / perspective
Notes for a web in Blog
- Dmitry Rodionov
How to reduce infrastructure costs without losing control
Unnecessary API calls, duplicate tasks, and lack of measurement can increase expenses. How to look for costs resulting from architecture.
- Dmitry Rodionov
Website brief: start with the business goal
What should a visitor understand and do on the website? How to translate the business goal into project scope and acceptance criteria.
- Dmitry Rodionov
How to assess a website's readiness for development
A working website may still hinder daily operations. Reviewing structure, performance, and error handling helps plan further development.
- Dmitry Rodionov
WordPress that can be maintained and developed
A stable content model, clear module boundaries, and a maintenance plan facilitate site development. What to consider before adding new features.
- Dmitry Rodionov
Custom plugin or ready-made extension?
The decision should be based on functionality and maintenance cost, not just the number of plugins. How to compare available solutions and their limitations.
- Dmitry Rodionov
Website budget: design, stability, and future growth
The visual and technical layers should support the same goal. How to identify trade-offs that will hinder development after launch.
- Dmitry Rodionov
FAQ and content base as a foundation for search
Customer questions help organize content. How to create useful answers and update them without multiplying similar subpages.
- Dmitry Rodionov
The path from visiting the website to making an inquiry
A clear offer, predictable form, and efficient request handling create a seamless pathway. How to find points where users lose orientation.