Practical websites and web applications, built with care.

I'm John Syben, a semi-retired web developer in New Zealand. I take on occasional projects for people who want a straightforward website or custom web application built well and priced fairly.

What I can help with

From simple websites through to more tailored web applications, I focus on practical, well-built solutions that are easy to use and good value for money.

Simple websites

Clean, responsive websites for individuals, small businesses, clubs, community groups, and personal projects.

Business websites

Multi-page websites with clear information, contact forms, galleries, FAQs, and other useful content.

Custom web applications

Purpose-built functionality for projects that need more than a standard website or off-the-shelf tool.

Updates and improvements

Practical fixes, improvements, and advice for existing websites where a full rebuild is not needed.

Why work with me

You deal directly with the person doing the work. I focus on clear communication, practical advice, and building something useful, maintainable, and good value for money.

Direct communication

No layers of account managers or handovers — just straightforward discussion about what you need.

Practical solutions

I aim to build what fits the job, without adding unnecessary complexity.

Good value

Because I work selectively and independently, I can keep things sensible and cost-effective.

Maintainable work

I prefer clean, dependable solutions that are easy to understand, update, and support later.

Have a project in mind?

If you need a simple website, changes to an existing site, or a more tailored web application, feel free to get in touch. A brief outline of what you need is enough to start.