I'm Scott, a hitman for IT issues. You have a problem? I take it out. Need a website? Need it to load faster? Need your network issues resolved? No account managers, no ticket queues, no runaround. You talk to me, and I get it done.
No layers of project managers or endless discovery phases. Here's what working with me actually looks like.
Send me an email or give me a call. Tell me what's going on — even if you're not sure what you need. I'll listen, ask the right questions, and figure out whether I'm the right fit. No pressure, no pitch.
I look at what you've got, find the real problem (not just the symptoms), and put together a plan. If it's an emergency, I skip the paperwork and start fixing things immediately.
I write clean code, optimize what's slow, fix what's broken, and ship. You'll get direct updates from me — not a project manager relaying messages. When I say it's done, it's done.
Need hosting? Your site goes on my dedicated servers with 24/7 monitoring. Something break at 2 AM? I'm on it before you know. I treat every client's site like it's my own — because my reputation depends on it.
This is my bread and butter. Over two decades of building, maintaining, and fixing web applications — from small WordPress sites to large-scale forum communities and custom Laravel apps.
From simple brochure sites to complex custom themes and plugins. I build WordPress sites that are fast, secure, and easy for you to manage. When your existing WP site breaks or slows down, I'm the one who finds out why and fixes it — usually the same day.
When off-the-shelf software doesn't cut it, I build from scratch. Primarily using Laravel and plain PHP, I create web applications tailored to your exact needs. Clean code, simple interfaces, and software that does exactly what you need without the bloat.
Slow sites lose visitors and money. I dig into the server config, database queries, caching layers, and front-end code to find what's actually slowing you down. This isn't SEO — it's real, measurable performance improvement your users can feel.
AI is changing everything, but most people don't know where to start. I help you figure out which tools actually make a difference, wire them into your existing workflow, and get real value out of them. Practical AI, not hype.
Email deliverability is a nightmare — and it's only getting worse. I help you jump through the hoops of SPF, DKIM, DMARC, blacklists, and reputation management. Whether you're running your own mail server or navigating the quirks of Microsoft 365, Gmail, or other hosted services, I'll get your email flowing and landing where it should.
Xenforo, vBulletin — I know these platforms inside and out. Custom plugins, theme mods, platform migrations, performance tuning for high-traffic communities, and troubleshooting issues other developers gave up on.
I host most of my clients on my own dedicated servers — not some shared hosting farm where you're one of thousands. Every site gets the attention and resources it needs.
Custom pricing per project because every site has different needs. You get faster load times, proactive 24/7 monitoring, and someone who actually answers when things go wrong.
Hosting with me isn't required for any project — but once clients see the difference, most of them stay.
Most people who reach out don't fully know what they need — and that's totally fine. That's exactly where I start.
Something broken and nobody can figure out why? This is where I shine. My specialty is narrowing down complex issues, finding the root cause, and resolving it fast. I've been the last call for dozens of clients — the one they reach out to after other developers gave up. I haven't let one down yet.
Not sure what you need? That's my starting point. I'll help you cut through the noise, understand your options, and put together a plan that makes sense for your budget and goals. Whether it's choosing the right platform, planning a migration, or just figuring out why things aren't working — I'll give you straight answers, not a sales pitch.
From setting up a brand new Linux server to diagnosing why your current one keeps crashing. Security hardening, performance optimization, backup strategies, migration planning — if it runs on Linux, I can manage it. Your infrastructure in expert hands, without the enterprise price tag.
Every business is different, and cookie-cutter solutions rarely work. I take the time to understand your specific situation — your workflow, your budget, your goals — and then recommend the tools, platforms, and approach that actually fit. No upselling, no bias toward any particular vendor. Just honest recommendations based on 24 years of seeing what works and what doesn't.
Before DigitalCrowd, I spent years as a network engineer at Sprint — designing, deploying, and troubleshooting enterprise-scale networks. That expertise didn't disappear when I moved into web development. It just became a huge bonus for my clients.
I design and deploy UniFi network solutions for businesses and homes. Whether you're building out a new office, dealing with dead zones, or trying to figure out why your network keeps dropping — I've got the experience to diagnose and fix it fast.
Beyond client work, I build and run my own projects too. Some are products, some are communities — all of them reflect what I care about.
Mac Support Community & Forum
One of the original Mac support communities on the internet. I started macosx.com around 2002 and grew it into a thriving forum with 148,000+ members and 623,000+ posts. It was extremely active through 2013, when the industry shifted toward Q&A platforms like Stack Exchange — much like the shift from Stack Exchange to AI happening now. The forum still runs today on XenForo with a dedicated core of longtime members. Running this community for 20+ years is a big part of how I became a forum software and server administration expert.
Directory Refined
A digital directory platform I built from the ground up for churches and schools. Personory replaces outdated printed directories with a modern, searchable system — groups, custom fields, photo management, integrated maps, granular permissions, and a clean interface that works for everyone regardless of tech skill. Fully mobile-friendly and designed to just work.
personory.com →
Minecraft Server & Community
A Minecraft server I've been running since April 2013 — over 12 years and counting. 50+ game enhancements, Java & Bedrock support, a live map, active Discord community, and custom plugins. It's a passion project that also happens to be a real-world testbed for server administration, performance tuning, and community management at scale.
pickaxemania.com →I'm always learning and expanding what I can offer. These are the areas I'm actively investing time into — and I'd love to hear if you have a use case.
FAA-licensed commercial drone pilot offering aerial photography, cinematic fly-throughs of businesses and homes, and construction timelapse documentation. Perfect for real estate showcases, building project progress tracking, or giving your business a stunning bird's-eye view that sets you apart.
Creative branding pieces, custom promotional items, unique signage, one-of-a-kind displays, and whatever else you can dream up. 3D printing opens up possibilities that traditional manufacturing can't touch — small runs, rapid iteration, and designs that are limited only by imagination. Got a custom need? Let's figure it out.
Every single client I have came from word of mouth. If someone sent you my way — or if you just found me — I'd love to hear what you're working on. No pressure, no sales pitch. Just a straight conversation.