Newsletter May 22nd, 2023 – Hot Deal!

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I.T. Services

In celebration of our recent partnering with the Grafton, WI Chamber of Commerce, now through June 10th, 2023 we are offering 20% off of all digital services! Use the code CHAMBER20 when contacting us to receive the discount on your work!

Do you need a website built? Do you need some graphic design work done? Do you need a Progressive Web App built for your business? Contact Us!

Restrictions do apply and we may be able to offer more services than are listed on our website. If you can think of any digital work you need done, again, Contact Us and we’ll see what we can do for you!

Again, this offer ends on June 10th, so act quickly!

Newsletter May 18th, 2023

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App Development

What’s Trending Now?

Do you need an app for your business? Would you like your customers to be able to purchase items or view content you create in the same manner as using an app on their mobile device? Let The Wisconsin I.T. Guru make a Progressive Web App for you!

A Progressive Web App (PWA) is an app whose content lives on the internet, but is accessed on a mobile device, similar to using a built-in app. When designed correctly, the interface is seamless across all devices and behaves just like a standalone app on the device. PWA’s are appropriate where your users need to be connected to the internet to make purchases or use online content.

A PWA also has a second benefit that, because it “lives” on the internet, it can be a website that your users interact with online. When set up correctly, you can direct users to the site from another website or a link that you provide in marketing materials. They can then make purchases or view your content through their web browser on their Apple or PC. All without additional site creation or installation of the app on their computer!

Please see below for examples of a PWA that we created for PortFish. The app allows users to view items for sale at the Community-Supported Agriculture (CSA) facility, and purchase the items. The benefit to PortFish of the app is that the purchase functionality makes it possible for people to pick up items in a self-service fashion.

The screen above shows what users see when they first open the app on their device. The main screen is visible, and the user can scroll down to view more content.

Above you can see what the user sees when they select to shop by vendor. Clicking on any link takes the user to a visual of all items available though that vendor.

This screen shows items for sale under the “Cheese” category. Users can add items to their cart or scroll down to see more items available.

After adding items to their cart, users are directed to a checkout screen. In that screen, they can check out using a credit card or PayPal. They can then take their purchases home!

Get the best of both worlds with a Progressive Web App built by The Wisconsin I.T. Guru! Let your customers enjoy the convenience of an app without the hassle of downloading it from an app store. Our PWA’s are installable, responsive and network-independent. They are perfect for people who are always on-the-go and don’t want to waste time downloading apps!

Let us build a PWA for your business! Contact Us to get started!

Brian Torreano Guru

ABOUT THE GURU’S SERVICES

The Wisconsin I.T. Guru provides many digital and other computer-related services for the local community, and the world at large. Everything from graphic design, web design and development, programming, data analysis, Microsoft Office productivity enhancements, GIS analysis and map production, logo design, “Photoshopping” images, database development, tech support and much more!

Let The Guru be your trusted, local, one-stop-shop for your digital needs!

Newsletter May 12th, 2023

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Graphic Design


WHAT’S TRENDING NOW?

Fuel your advertising campaigns with amazing graphics! Our ad design services can be applied to all traditional and online types of advertising, such as billboards, trade shows, digital media, display, and social media. We exist to help you design effective graphics that will elevate your brand. Our graphic designers consist of world-class talent and will relieve you of the stress of developing graphics for your business. Whether you need graphic design for traditional media or digital media, our graphic designers will be here to help you!

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Design For Resumes


The Guru offers standout resume design services that highlight your skills and experience. Let us help you make a strong impression and take the next step in your career with an effective, visually appealing resume.

Only have text documents and some photos? No problem! That’s all we had to create the resume above!

Let us create something amazing for you!

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Help Documents


We can create professional help documents for you with ease! The Guru can help you create clear and concise documentation that will make your product or service easy to use. Contact us today to learn more!

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Complete User Manuals


In addition to creating short-form help documents, we can create professional help manuals for you with ease! The Guru will compile all of your images, screenshots and other content to provide the best “informational experience” for your users. Contact us today to learn more!

Please note that we may be able to offer you special, lower pricing for large documents or projects. Contact us to learn more!

Contact Us

Brian Torreano Guru

ABOUT THE GURU’S SERVICES

The Wisconsin I.T. Guru provides many digital and other computer-related services for the local community, and the world at large. Everything from graphic design, web design and development, programming, data analysis, Microsoft Office productivity enhancements, GIS analysis and map production, logo design, “Photoshopping” images, database development, tech support and much more!

Let The Guru be your trusted, local, one-stop-shop for your digital needs!

How to Personalize Just About Anything (on the cheap)!

By: Brian J. Torreano, “The Wisconsin I.T. Guru”
 

Being a businessman, I often have toolkits and other objects that I take with me to clients’ sites. These kits can be quite valuable, and accidentally leaving them at the clients’ sites without identification could result in a loss of tens or hundreds of dollars. A while back, this led me to find a solution to that problem, and doing so with something that’s weatherproof and sturdy.

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Why I Am Opposed to Most Subscription-Based Softwares.

First of all, let me start off by saying that there are some softwares that are absolutely essential to pay for on a monthly or yearly basis. Antivirus protection is definitely one of those. Companies that make antivirus software have to continually create virus definition files and update their software to stay ahead of the hackers. Also, there are some softwares associated with web and email hosting and administration that I believe paying a subscription for is justified. If you are paying for hosting, some of the online and offline software associated with it may need regular updating. But in general, I believe that paying subscriptions for softwares is unnecessary and, I would even say, usury. Continue reading “Why I Am Opposed to Most Subscription-Based Softwares.”

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