Hi, I’m Aaron

I'm a Website Developer for Small Businesses & Agencies in Fort Wayne

I do custom website development that blends design, front-end code, and long-term support.

my services

Front-end web design & development

Design and build user-friendly websites that make it simple for visitors to find what they need and take action—handled by a Fort Wayne website developer who understands both UX and code.

Design and build user-friendly websites that guide visitors to key information and clear calls to action.
Develop responsive layouts so your site works smoothly on mobile, tablet, and desktop.
Use modern HTML, CSS, and JavaScript for interfaces that are fast, stable, and easier to maintain.

Website design for small businesses

Clear, on-brand layouts that help local customers understand what you do, why you’re different, and how to get started—ideal for Fort Wayne small businesses that need a professional website without hiring in-house.

Create clear, on-brand layouts that highlight your services and value.
Map user journeys so key information and contact options are always easy to find.
Apply consistent typography, color, and imagery that match your existing brand and materials.

Front-end development for agencies

Reliable, white-label front-end development so agencies can deliver high-quality websites without adding headcount. You keep the client relationship; I handle the front-end work behind the scenes from Fort Wayne.

Turn your designs into production-ready, responsive front-end builds using best-practice HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
Match your preferred tools and workflows so projects stay on-brand and on-process.
Integrate with Craft, WordPress, or other CMS platforms so your team can manage content after launch.

Performance, local SEO, and accessibility

Technical front-end work that makes your site faster, easier to find in Fort Wayne searches, and more inclusive for all users.

Improve page speed and core web vitals to reduce drop-offs and support better local rankings.
Structure content and headings so search engines clearly understand your services and Fort Wayne location.
Use semantic HTML and accessibility best practices to support more users.

Ongoing support & partnership

A long-term website development partner in Fort Wayne to keep your site healthy, current, and aligned with changing business needs—for both direct clients and agency partners.

Handle updates, enhancements, and new landing pages as your campaigns evolve.
Monitor front-end issues and address them before they affect customers.
Review performance, UX, and SEO regularly, turning technical findings into clear next steps.

Consulting services

Strategic front-end guidance from an experienced Fort Wayne website developer so you can make informed decisions about design, development, and ongoing maintenance.

UX and front-end consulting for new products or redesigns.
Collaboration with marketing, branding, content, and backend teams on the digital experience.
Technical audits and recommendations to improve performance, accessibility, and user experience.

testimonials

Clients and agency partners in Fort Wayne and beyond rely on me as their long-term website developer and front-end collaborator.

For more than 25 years, Aaron has been my go-to for web development support. He always comes through with great work, thoughtful solutions, and absolute reliability.

Chad Stuckey

President

The Brand Innovation Group (opens in new tab)

I've worked with Aaron on numerous projects. His unique experience of being a designer and a developer, combined with his friendly nature, makes working with him super easy.

Brandon Borders

Owner

Borders Dev (opens in new tab)

Aaron has provided outstanding customer service with attention to detail. His work on our website is excellent and always timely. Anyone would be lucky to have his services.

Maureen Greer

Executive Director

ITCA (opens in new tab)

I highly recommend him for his extensive knowledge, punctuality, dependability, and professionalism… I rank Aaron at the top.

Jim Lang

President

Lang Marketing Resources, Inc. (opens in new tab)

process

Discover: Clarify goals, audience, content, and success metrics with key decision-makers so we know exactly what the website needs to accomplish.

Design: Create wireframes and mockups focused on user journeys, content hierarchy, and conversions.

Build: Develop and test responsive front-end components across devices and browsers.

Load & optimize: Enter final copy, load images, and optimize file sizes and metadata so the site is fast, accessible, and ready to launch.

Launch: Coordinate go-live, QA, analytics, and tracking so you can measure results from day one.

Improve: Use data and feedback to refine pages and roll out new ideas over time.

a little about me

Hi, I’m Aaron Hockemeyer, a Fort Wayne-based freelance website developer with 25 years of experience designing and building custom websites. I focus on thoughtful UI, fast, accessible front-end code, and long-term partnerships where your site continues to support sales and marketing—not just at launch, but as your business grows.

let's work together

Whether you need a new website, front-end development support, or a long-term website developer in Fort Wayne for your digital projects, I’m here to help. Tell me about your goals, timeline, and requirements, and I’ll provide a detailed proposal tailored to your needs.