I’ve also made a few minor changes around here to make navigating the posts a little easier. You will notice there is now next and previous links on each post. Great way to waste some time if you ever need too.

Finally, check out the front page where you can see excerpts from the last 2 posts and the latest video. Remember, I can do this for you too! All you have to do is ask.

More changes will be coming in the next few weeks. Keep an eye out!

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I specialize in custom WordPress implementations from the easy to the most complex and have been using WordPress since 2004. Unlike others, I also specialize in training. I always take the time to show you how your new site works when it’s complete. I can also show you how your current site works, just ask.

If you would like to know more about me, check out the about page. You can see other sites that I’ve built and/or manage on the portfolio page. Finally, you can also read or subscribe to the blog.

My name is Don Burnside. I can help you.

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Hope Adams Photography

WordPress theme for photographer Hope Adams. Complete with lightbox functionality and password protected pages for customer galleries.

World of Cars

Corporate site for Worldofcars.tv. Powered by WordPress to keep development time quick. Fancy lightbox display for YouTube videos however.

DeenaStayner.com

Fast Teks On-Site Computer Services in Southwest Riverside county, providing complete technology consulting to home and business users. Site powered by WordPress and includes Twitter integration and email newsletter sign-up via Mailchimp.com.

Intrepid Cycles

One of the premier motorcycles builders in Southern California. Complete WordPress powered site that will include a shopping cart system and members-only pages.

RentToday.us/Blog

Property Management firm in Southern California that actually get it. WordPress blog running on IIS, optimized for wide-screen video and SEO with Twitter integration. Themed all social media profiles to follow similiar design schemes.

Sin City MINI Club

One of the longest running MINI Cooper Clubs in the US and hosts to the largest MINI Cooper event, A MINI Vacation in Vegas. Complete WordPress powered site including membership sign up form and event calendar.

Black Bridge Bar

A complete WordPress driven site. Soon to be available in both English and Spanish. Uses a modified version of the donburnside.com theme with creative use of CSS to keep the information on the left side of the page fixed.

Launch Agency Blog

Simple layout to compliment an already existing, Flash-driven site. Theme is completely self-contained and features Facebook and Twitter sharing. Will be available for download in the future in multiple colors.

DickKraft.com

Very simple WordPress theme using a single column for pages, 2 column for articles. For this site it’s also the first time I put together documentation for posting to WordPress. Contact me if you would be interested in it.

Mycruiseplanner.net

Updated to use the newest version of the donburnside.com WordPress theme, including custom navigation and redirects. Everything works, including blog posts and podcast playback.

Whiteroof.tv

Video outlet for White Roof Radio. Site has been live since March, powered by WordPress. Recent updates including formatting to allow for HD video playback. Will be used again for A MINI Vacation in Vegas

Donburnside.com

It is what you are looking at now. Custom 3-column WordPress theme. Theme can be easily modified to match any style or layout preference. Works equally well for a blog as it does for a full blown website. You can see a list of plugins used to enhance the site on the about page. If you would be interested in using this theme, contact me.

Logo by Fireball Tim.

FireTV Channel

A multi-page layout that was created to display over 80 embedded videos created by Fireball Tim using clever CSS and HTML tricks.

Implementing Scrum

Site was built using WordPress as a CMS and features a theme with pages that update automatically and some that are created dynamically. Also features PunBB Bulletin Board integration.

The Hollywood Car Show

Brand new audio podcast with myself and ‘Fireball’ Tim Lawrence. Site is powered by WordPress. Theme features multiple headers and page layouts that change from the home page to the individual post pages.

KCLProductions.com

KCL Productions specializes in unique creature costumes and props. The site in the process of a complete redesign starting with navigation clean-up and a complete rebuilding of the portfolio pages to include lightbox functionality. View the site at kclproductions.com

dbmini.us

My personal motoringblog. Over 5 years worth of archives chronicling my adventures in my 2003 MINI Cooper. Now using the donburnside.com theme. Soon to add Facebook Connect integration.

Whiteroofradio.com

My first venture into Podcast. Almost 300 regular show with over 400 pieces of audio in total since August 2005. Site is powered by WordPress. Currently experiencing well over 20K unique downloads every month, with show produced this year making up more than half of that.

Fireballed.com

Home of World Famous designer “Fireball” Tim Lawrence. Site was running on WordPress but was changed to be static for ease of management and content reduction. Uses php includes instead of a WordPress theme.

Fireballtim.com

Portfolio style website for “Fireball” Tim Lawrence. All graphics created by Fireball Tim, layout and coding performed by me.

Fireball Tim’s blog

Custom WordPress theme for Fireball Tim to use to keep track of where he has been and let his fans know what is going on.

Motoringfile.com News Room

Custom WordPress page created to aggregate news headlines from multiple automotive sites. Design, layout and graphics by Gabriel Bridger. Coding by me.

Jillayala.com

Static HTML site created to support a line of home-made spices and personal care/personal motivation book. Site will be moving into a custom WordPress theme over the summer and incorporate a shopping cart system for the spices and the book.

Drivewithpassion.tv

Static HTML site created to support Fireball Tim with eBooks and motivational materials. Graphics created by Fireballtim. Coding and layout done by me.

Yeatsdolly.com

One of the first sites I did. All static HTML with custom order form. Site is due for upgrade and redesign this summer.

The following are sites that are live but no longer updated or sites that are no longer live

LA Falcons Track & Field Club

Site using WordPress, WebCalendar and Coppermine Photo Gallery.

SoCal Viper Club Website. Complete site using WordPress, SMF Message board with integrated Coppermine Photo Gallery. Site is no longer live

Southern California MINI Maniacs

SoCal MINI Maniacs public website. All valid css and HTML. Site has been redesigned and is no longer live.

The Theatre District

Site development was moved offline by request. Was developed as my first site powered completely by WordPress using a cusom theme. Theatre is no longer in operation and website is no longer live.

Clubscmm.com

Member section for scmm.org. Custom themed SMF message board with integrated Gallery. Gallery has been taken offline.

Inetas.com

INet Airport Systems. Static HTML with over 30 pages, over 100 images.

Steve’s Detailing, Newport Beach

Static HTML site. Waiting for final approval to go live. Site was done a few years ago and needs to be refreshed and redone with updated CSS and HTML.

cbs-posi.com

Largest POSitouch dealer in the US. Site has been redesigned and is no longer live. Static HTML site containing over 20 pages, including custom built order and contact form. Order form is still being used in a modified form. You can view it here.

PROFESSIONAL DISPLAYS

Another large project. Only consists in pieces now but you can get an idea of the product pages, each printable.

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Networking and Tech

Gindroz and Company Travel Services. Installed Windows Server (2008) to support file management and 5 Windows 7 Workstations. Upgraded site to FiOS internet service, added a gigabit switch to control network traffic and moved email functions to Google docs. Site can be fully supported anywhere there is internet connectivity and the entire system has been setup to allow for easy relocation when the time comes.

Cottonwood Cove Resort & Marina. Installed file server and computer-based PMS system. Designed and installed LAN. Designed and implemented a wLAN to cover an area almost 1 mile in diameter. Easily expanded, it allows user authentication on the domain, access to files across the network as well as Internet access.

Beacon Bay Enterprises. Designed and installed LAN. Installed and configured new server with tape-backup system and all new workstations. Built a VPN to allow file transfers from each location to corporate office. Soon to also allow credit card processing through the remote gateway in compliance with PCI DSS standards.

Custom Business Solutions. Migrated all office workstations from Windows 98 to Windows NT/Windows 2000. Designed and built a server-type computer to be used with POS systems with over 100 units installed. Designed and assembled POS system training manual. Complete redesigned the company website and logo. Completely redesigned a web service for more reliable operation and navigation. Designed and built intranet application to allow remote access to a project tracking database by remote users.

POS/PMS

Point-of-Sale is one of my specialities. I have yet to find one that I could get fully set-up and train the users on.

Coast Highway Traders

Installation, setup and training of consignment store POS system and secure wireless network to allow back office to generate reports and perform other functions. Site can be fully supported anywhere there is internet connectivity.

Project leader, Trump Taj Mahal in Atlantic City

Point-of-Sale system comprised of over 100 terminals.

• Installed POS in approximately 12 outlets within the Casino
• Trained over 500 employees on system operation
• Worked with server team on configuration of redundant systems

Project Manager, Beacon Bay Enterprises

Upgraded 14 locations from electronic cash registers to computer-based Point-of-Sale system.

• Implemented high speed credit card processing.
• Implemented and promoted Gift Card Program.
• Implemented security systems to comply with PCI DSS Standards.

Property Management System, Forever Resorts

Implemented computer-based PMS system at Cottonwood Cove Resort & Marina and Mormon Lake Lodge. This system was duplicated and installed at over 10 resorts in the US.

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Sure I can build your website. But doesn’t everyone already do that? What everyone doesn’t do is make sure it’s optimized for search engines, optimized for mobile devices, help you to promote or help you express your vision using methods other than the written word.

Contact me today to get started on a complete package to strengthen your online presence, gain new customers and retain the ones you already have! Email marketing, audio or video podcasting, Social Media promotion and event organization. I haven’t found a project yet that I couldn’t tackle, let me take a shot at yours!

I’m also a fully functioning IT guy and can help you to get the most out of your technology.

Whiteroofradio.com

Using the theme I created for donburnside.com as a stand-alone blog. Plugins used to improve mobile performance and provide audio player functionality. HTML audio player to follow soon.

DonBurnside.com

Taking the latest features that I have been rolling out for my customers and rolling them into a brand new theme. Grid layout, lots of WordPress 3.0 tricks and a bit of HTML5. Currently at rev 0 with updates to follow.

Encore Creative

WordPress and grid systems again. A very large site, containing over 100 pages in total with a custom Javascript image roller on the front page and customization of a few plugins. Site works great on the desktop and mobile.

Fireball Tim’s Hollywood Garage

WordPress. Grid Layout. A few plugin’s customized to fit the bill. Heavy on the video and use of the Featured Image in WordPress. I will also be running the social media sites for this property.

A MINI Vacation in Vegas

Complete website for AMVIV, a yearly gathering of MINI Cooper enthusiasts in Las Vegas. Site is WordPress with complete social media functionality, lightbox for images and multiple contact forms to collect user information into a database.

Chop Cut Rebuild

Magazine styled site for the hit SpeedTV show Chop Cut Rebuild. Built on WordPress with lightbox functionality for both videos and images. Full blog functionality and Social Media sharing.

Hope Adams Photography

WordPress theme for photographer Hope Adams. Complete with lightbox functionality and password protected pages for customer galleries.

Sin City MINI Club

One of the longest running MINI Cooper Clubs in the US and hosts to the largest MINI Cooper event, A MINI Vacation in Vegas. Complete WordPress powered site including membership sign up form and event calendar.

Black Bridge Bar

A complete WordPress driven site. Available in both English and Spanish. Uses a modified version of the donburnside.com theme with creative use of CSS to keep the information on the left side of the page fixed.

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This site started as a place to develop sites and to show the work that I have already done. But it has grown into so much more.

You will find that I am an avid MINI Cooper enthusiast. I founded and host WhiteRoofRadio, one of the most popular automotive podcasts on the planet. I also keep a motoring log at dbmini.us and am the technologist/editor for Motoringfile, the most influential site for the MINI Cooper.

During the day I’m a professional IT/Social Media/Web guy, specializing in introducing or upgrading technology to small and mid-sized companies. I am also a professional trainer, and believe that proper, thorough training with adequate documentation is always better than not, and cheaper too. For websites, my medium of choice is WordPress for it’s ease of use and flexibility.

Personal

In my free time, I love to cook. This is another one the things I am truly passionate about. If it weren’t for my love of technology, I’m sure I would have been a chef. And with over 12 years in the restaurant business, I was well on my way. When I do cook, I prefer to cook for others, especially large (over 15) groups. I get a great amount of satisfaction in providing a great meal to those I care about. Must be the Italian in me.

Of course, you can’t forget the music. There is always time for music. I have what some have called a large collection and it is extremely varied. Music is with me everywhere I go. For motivation, inspiration or just pure entertainment. This is another of my passions and it is something I definitely could not live without.

w(t)f Video Hour

This was a feature I started on my blog when it previously lived at windthefrog.net. One of my favorite lines from any movie was from Toy Story. The line, of course, was when Woody was in that evil kids bedroom, getting ready to start an elaborate escape plan and he exclaimed “wind the frog!”. In the context it was funny and odd. Out of context it’s even funnier and odder. Bonus? Check the short version.

Disclaimer

I do try to follow a few rules when writing on my site, especially the blog. I do not talk about where I am working or what I am doing, specifically, unless given express permission to do so in a public forum. If, however, you would like more information about what I might be working on, feel free to contact me for more details.

Technical

Donburnside.com is running the latest version of WordPress using a custom theme of my own design. Don Burnside logo created by Fireball Tim. All of my sites are hosted by Site 5.

All photos and video are taken with a variety of cameras that include the iPhone 4S, Droid Incredible, Canon Digital Rebel, Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ3, a Blackberry Storm, a Blackberry Tour, The Flip Ultra, The Flip Mino HD, Canon Vixia HF100, an LG EnV or Skitch. Video hosted at YouTube and Vimeo. You can find most of my photos at Flickr.

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It started off with a bunch of spammers and this guy. Then a few more readers came along. The long way too, usually following the link to donburnside.com that adorns the bottom of many pages I create. This brought the readership total up to about 7.

Then I started the show. about another 10 of you took the trouble to find this. Thanks!

Then I did the theme change. Including links to all of my sites on all of my sites. Recipe posts at flickr brought in some n00bs too. And the videos at Viddler.

After all of this, you, the wtf reader, are now about 1200 strong! Yes, holy crap indeed.

Now, in comparison, you are only about 1/2 as many as the MINI site. But that site cheats. It gets mentioned in the show. It’s linked up at MF among other places. It gets better search refs too, and has a higher google ranking. For the most part, it’s been fairly organic.

Now, to do the same with w(t)f.

You might see a few minor changes around the site. I’ve added tags (since all the kids are doing it). And, I’m going to be a keyword whore. But only for the next month. But I’m not going to do any overt promotion short of the occassional link on twitter. But only if I think it’s an awesome post. Remember, I hate spam worse than you do.

Right now you are on track to be 1500 strong this month. I want to see if my tweaks and whatnot can increase that by at least 500 for the month of June. While I’m not going to ask for your help, if you do come across a post that you think is worthy of sharing, please feel free to do so. Time to bring w(t)f out of the closet and into prime time.

Here we go!

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Started to upload, but I got quota errors. Great. Had to create a new account and log a ticket. But it’s done.

Then, got about 1/2 way through tomorrows post, wanted to upload a photo but I couldn’t. The Viddler Plug-in kinda breaks it (I dropped them a line about it already too).

Everything done with transmit. I wasn’t feeling it before I discovered the duplicate command on the remote server. How cool is that? That’s as good as Windows copy-in-place feature. I was able to easily make a backup of the wp-content dir before starting the upload. Perhaps I will give this Transmit a few more days.

All of this happened after I spent the entire day on the phone and doing actually work. Odd since I’m not really supposed to be working either. Still, 1 8 hour day of billing has been logged on my sheet.

During this day, I spent way more time in Windows via VNC and dial-up connections than should be allowed by law. I worked very hard to get VPN working and prefer to use Remote Desktop wherever possible (that way, I don’t have to start VM). But there isn’t RD on Windows 2000 and I do not have, nor do I want, regular phone service at the house.

I think I’m going out to Arizona for a few days next week to do some work at a resort that is having problems with their reservation system. Trying to decide if I should drive the 600 miles (one way) or fly into Phoenix and rent a car. If flight+car is less than $200, I might go that way. The place is pretty remote, so the last place I want to take the MINI with bad suspension is on crappy dirt roads.

Trying to get back to going to the gym every other day. Actually, I would like to do Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday, but I’ve been falling short. I’ve been using the ball at home, which is helping, but I’m not able to do the amount of cardio I want to do. The last week I’ve been back on track, I just hope it can continue.

Wondering about the video hour. Numbers are dropping off a bit (yes, I check). That means either you have gotten busy or lost interest. I only started doing them to get used to seeing myself on the screen. What say you? Keep going or stop? I don’t think I’ll stop doing video, maybe just that one (or stop posting it here).

I opened Google reader tonight and I have over 1K unread articles. I scanned through and read the ones I wanted to, but I think some trimming might be in order.

My trip to Florida is booked. I have to change planes, twice. One of them has propellors. I’m not pleased. I do, however, get to drive an R56 MC to Boston though with the Todd’s, so I’m a bit stoked about that. Be sure to check the route. If you are nearby one of the stops, I’d love to meet you (that includes you CJ, if you can manage a drive to Savannah).

I guess that’s it. Now, on to emails! W00t!

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Back to processing video and photos. More later.

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My current system is pretty antiquated, using a combination of spreadsheets and handwritten notes. I know, how 19th century!

I’ve tried some time/billing software but most of it is complicated, too expensive or doesn’t work in a manner that suits my needs.

Is there a time/billing program out there, Windows or Mac, that you have used that you like? And not one of those online services either.

You know, just leave a note below. Links are extremely helpful too. I’ll keep an eye on the comment queue to make sure everything gets through.

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