Migrated the website for Dr Deborah Gordon, a blog site for health living from Drupal 7 to a WordPress managed high performance static site.
Comprehensive Data Migration
- Seamlessly transferred all website pages, blog posts, and resources from Drupal 7 to WordPress
- Preserved complex taxonomies and content relationships
- Links to old pages are redirected to new locations
Custom Static Site Generation
- Implemented HoZt static website generator for improved performance
- Integrated WordPress as a headless CMS for easy content management
Design and User Experience
- Created a custom new modern design.
- Improved site navigation and improved site usability
- Ensured responsive design for optimal viewing across devices
Performance Optimization
- Achieved significant improvements in page load times
- Optimized assets for faster content delivery
SEO Preservation
- Implemented automatic 301 redirects to maintain SEO value
- Preserved URL structures where possible
- Enhanced on-page SEO elements including meta tags and structured data
Custom Functionality
- Developed a bespoke search solution for easy access to legal resources
- Implemented faceted navigation for blog posts and case studies
- Created custom content types for specialized legal information
Content Management
- Set up an intuitive WordPress backend for easy content updates
- Provided training for client team on new content management processes
- Implemented version control for content changes
Security Enhancements
- Leveraged static site architecture for improved security
- Implemented SSL/TLS encryption
- Reduced attack surface by eliminating server-side processing
This comprehensive website migration project transformed Dr Deborah Gordon’s health living blog from a Drupal 7 platform to a high-performance static site powered by WordPress as a headless CMS. The migration involved a meticulous data transfer process, custom static site generation, and significant improvements in design, performance, and functionality. By implementing HoZt static website generator and optimizing various aspects of the site, we achieved faster load times, enhanced security, and improved user experience. The project also focused on preserving SEO value, implementing custom features, and ensuring easy content management for the client.