Hi, I'm Colton Karaffa
I design and build websites that look great, work on any device, and help people get things done.
Independent Projects
A few of my own projects to show how I solve real problems with code and design.
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Websites and interfaces I've built and/or designed, with a focus on clarity, usability, and purposeful visual design.
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Browse Full Design PortfolioAbout Me
I'm Colton Karaffa, a full-stack developer and UI designer in my final year of Computer Science at the University of Georgia. I handle everything from designing intuitive interfaces in Figma to building scalable backends in Go and deploying production-ready web apps. My work spans solo personal projects, technical case studies, and real freelance sites for clients across industries like real estate, education, and services. I focus on building fast, usable, and cleanly designed software that actually works.
Contact Me
Need a Website Built?
I build responsive, fast-loading websites, whether you need a simple landing page or a custom interactive experience. Pricing is per page and scales with complexity.
Static Page
$150+ per page
Ideal for landing pages, portfolios, or informational sites. Fast, lightweight, and mobile-optimized.
- ✓Custom layout & design
- ✓Mobile-friendly build
- ✓Optimized for speed
- ✓Figma files included
Dynamic Page
$400+ per page
For blogs, dashboards, booking tools, anything with logic or backend integration.
- ✓Interactive features (forms, logins, etc.)
- ✓Backend integration
- ✓Custom layout & mobile optimization
- ✓Figma files included
Final pricing depends on content length and complexity.
Optional Add-Ons
Design Only
$100+ per page
This is for clients who only need the design with no development included. If I'm building your site, design files are already included at no extra charge.
- ✓Mobile-friendly design
- ✓Figma files included
- ✓Ideal if you already have a developer
Site Audit
Free (Code Review: $200+)
I'll review your site's design, performance, and user experience at no cost. If you want a full code audit too, that's part of the paid tier.
- ✓Free performance & UX report
- ✓Visual and usability feedback
- ✓Optional in-depth code review ($200+)
Ongoing Support
$100+/mo
Best for clients who expect regular updates, larger monthly changes, or ongoing improvements. Minor one-off tweaks are usually free without a plan.
- ✓Priority edits & fixes
- ✓Monthly time set aside for edits, updates, or enhancements
- ✓Recommended if you make frequent or larger monthly changes
Why Your Site Might Be Hurting Sales
Your website is often the first impression potential customers get, and it only takes seconds for them to decide whether they'll stick around or leave. These numbers speak for themselves:
0.05s. That's All You Get
People form an opinion about your site in 50 milliseconds. Outdated design? You've already lost them.
38% Leave Instantly
One-third of users bounce if your layout feels clunky or old. Good design keeps them reading.
88% Don't Come Back
A bad first impression kills trust. Most visitors never return after a poor experience.
Source: https://www.sweor.com/firstimpressions
Let's make sure your site leaves the right impression.
Get a Free Site ReviewReady to Work Together?
I'm currently booking a limited number of freelance projects. If you need a full-stack developer, a designer, or both, get in touch and let's talk about your goals.
coltonkaraffa@gmail.com
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