Chef Surfing is a web marketplace that connects Chefs to local customers using the internet, social networks and mobile communications.
Lesson learned: Being connected to great people is priceless.
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The Chicago Foreign Language Press Survey is a collection of translations of newspaper articles originally published in Chicago's ethnic press between the 1860s and the 1930s. 48,671 articles in an interface that makes them browsable and searchable using javascript, Backbone.js and a delicate faceted search design.
Lesson learned: History shows that persistence pays off.
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Design and front-end engineering for the the most popular bidding site in Scandanavia - bidit.eu
Enticing landing pages, attention grabbing casino-like graphics combine with intense game dynamics and experience to keep visitors engaged for hours.
Lesson learned: Working with a great team can be very rewarding.
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Started in 2009 Buena Carta is a self-initiated index of restaurants in Buenos Aires, Argentina. We provide the site in English and Spanish, complete with responsive design layout for mobile and tablet devices.
BuenaCarta.com
Lesson learned: Do not simply build for building's sake. Choose wisely.
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Nitro Snowboards needed a web site that spoke 7 languages, manage thousands of data-points on for hundreds of products, dealers, distributors, retailers and consumers and of course, do it all in Nitro branded style. This site included several advanced features including automated GeoIP language setting and dealer locator, as well as a P2P Online Retailer affiliate program.
Lesson learned: Iterating and improving incrementally can take you far.
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Union Binding Company was just beginning and needed a web site for the 06/07 and 07/08 seasons. Using the great photography we were able to create a product-focused website that helped to communicate why Union makes the best snowboard bindings available.
Lesson learned: Build with the best materials.
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I designed the and developed both the backend and frontend systems including a multi-lingual template engine. As my first freelance project after leaving Microsoft it was great to have a challenge and be able to prove what is possible.
Lesson learned: Work with a team.
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During most of my time at Microsoft I worked as part of a large team on Xbox.com. This was a great experience that had many rewards. I was presented with many opportunities to learn and improve my skills as well as contribute to the the team's global efforts.
Lesson learned: Having good mentors is invaluable to one's growth.
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The first project I took on at Microsoft: leading the design and production of this promotional web site for the Links 2003 PC game. We used a blend of XHTML, CSS and Flash to showcase the game and invite the weekend golfers to live their fantasy every weekday during break-time at the office.
Lesson learned: A solid swing depends on a solid standing.
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Tane Digital Video is a video production firm in New York City. I designed and implemented the pages in 2002 making it nearly a decade since this simple web site began attracting and informing Tane DV customers.
Lesson learned: Utility, not style, stands the test of time.
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Bakoda, snowboard accessories brand, known for it's multi-use tools wanted to let people know it was about more than just fancy screwdrivers. Bags, Headwear, Gloves, Wax and Tuners were brought together in a way that allowed people to see the breadth of the Bakoda line while not being overwhelmed.
Lesson learned: Have fun and enjoy one's work-mates every day.
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Northwave wanted a site that would invite people to check out their boot line and highlight the achievements of thier bad-ass team of professional snowboarders. I developed a site that would allow the casual browser to get a feeling for the boots, while at the same time giving the "technical" shredder an information overdose. Gnar!
Lesson learned: Get attention and stay focused on results.
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Drake Bindings, a high-end snowboard binding manufacturer, needed a site to expose it's products and build it's brand. Using Flash, I created an experience that highlighted the bindings as performance-level equipment, while also connecting the brand with utility and strength.
Lesson learned: Tap into multiple senses to attract good attention.
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I am a designer who loves to code and a developer who loves to design. I have many years of experience working side by side with development teams in a joint workflow. I find working in this way speeds up the development process and creates new creative opportunities.
Tools: Textmate, CSS Edit, GIT, Photoshop, Illustrator, Apple MBP
Code: XHTML/HTML5, CSS, Javascript, Ruby, PHP
I've been programming since I was 12 and making web pages since I was 15. I turned pro in 2001 when I graduated from AIS with a degree in Visual Communications. I am married, I live in California and Buenos Aires, Argentina and I love the Ramones.
Eric Knudtson © 2001–2012