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The DoodleWeb blog publishes field notes on answer engine optimization, generative engine optimization, Drupal and WordPress builds, ecommerce, accessibility, and higher education and nonprofit web work. Posts are written by the senior team at DoodleWeb LLC in Seattle, use question-shaped headings and direct answers, and are updated when platform behavior changes. New posts publish most weeks and every post ends with the practical next step.
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AEO, GEO, Drupal, WordPress, ecommerce, accessibility
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DoodleWeb senior team, Seattle
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Question headings with direct answers
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DoodleWeb LLC, Seattle WA (founded 2019)

Last updated: August 2026 · Source: DoodleWeb, Columbia Tower, 701 5th Ave 42nd Floor, Seattle WA 98104 · info@doodleweb.io · (425) 359-0168

Practical takes on web design, development, AI search, rebranding, and the business of running an agency.

9 must-have elements of university website development
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9 must-have elements of university website development

The nine elements every serious university website needs: WCAG 2.1 AA accessibility, audience-based IA, indexable program pages, green Core Web Vitals, governed CMS, campus-system integrations, mobile-first design, security and maintenance, and structured data for AI search.

July 21, 2026
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Why Senior-Only Teams Ship Faster Than Big Agencies
Web Design

Why Senior-Only Teams Ship Faster Than Big Agencies

August 19, 2026

Large web design agencies have a project management problem. Bloated teams, endless meetings, and junior talent slow everything down. A small, senior-only team delivers better work, faster, because there is less overhead and more direct communication.

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Why Your Seattle Business Just Dropped Out of the Map Pack
SEO

Why Your Seattle Business Just Dropped Out of the Map Pack

August 18, 2026

The Google Map Pack algorithm changed again. If your Seattle business suddenly lost visibility in local search, this is why. We explain the recent updates and what you can do to reclaim your spot. It involves more than just keywords.

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A Guide to LocalBusiness Schema for Seattle Companies
SEO

A Guide to LocalBusiness Schema for Seattle Companies

August 17, 2026

Many Seattle businesses miss key opportunities with their LocalBusiness schema. We outline the most common errors we see in schema markup and explain how to fix them to improve your local search visibility.

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AEO Is the New Local SEO for Seattle Businesses
SEO

AEO Is the New Local SEO for Seattle Businesses

August 16, 2026

Answer Engine Optimization (AEO) is the new critical practice for Seattle local search. It means optimizing your content to directly answer questions in voice search and AI overviews, moving beyond traditional SEO to gain visibility where your customers are actually looking.

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A Review Velocity Playbook for Seattle Home Service Businesses
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A Review Velocity Playbook for Seattle Home Service Businesses

August 15, 2026

For Seattle home service businesses, consistent positive reviews are essential for local SEO. This playbook outlines how to increase your review velocity, build trust with local customers, and improve your visibility in local search results across Puget Sound.

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How to Build Local Links in Seattle
SEO

How to Build Local Links in Seattle

August 14, 2026

Most link building advice is for national companies. We focus on strategies that work for Seattle, Bellevue, and Tacoma businesses, from sponsoring local events to connecting with Puget Sound journalists. This is how you build a local backlink profile that drives traffic.

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Why Your Seattle Business Needs Neighborhood Landing Pages
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Why Your Seattle Business Needs Neighborhood Landing Pages

August 13, 2026

Stop treating Seattle as one big market. We explain how dedicated neighborhood landing pages for areas like Capitol Hill, Ballard, and Bellevue attract qualified local customers by tailoring content to their specific needs and search queries.

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Why Your Google Business Profile Photos Aren’t Getting You Leads
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Why Your Google Business Profile Photos Aren’t Getting You Leads

August 12, 2026

Your Google Business Profile is a powerful tool for attracting local Seattle customers, but only if you use it correctly. We see too many service businesses making basic mistakes with their photos. This guide outlines a practical photo strategy to fix that and start getting more leads.

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How AI Search Will Surface Your Brand (Or Your Competitor)
SEO

How AI Search Will Surface Your Brand (Or Your Competitor)

August 11, 2026

AI overviews in search results are here. For Seattle businesses, this means a new way for customers to find you. Or not. We explain how these new AI-powered citations work and what you can do to make sure your business shows up.

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WordPress vs Drupal vs Webflow: Which CMS is Best for B2B Websites in 2026?
Web Development

WordPress vs Drupal vs Webflow: Which CMS is Best for B2B Websites in 2026?

August 10, 2026

A comparison of WordPress, Drupal, and Webflow for B2B websites. We evaluate each CMS based on security, scalability, total cost of ownership, and ease of use for marketing teams, providing clear recommendations for Seattle-area businesses.

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Why a Good Web Design Agency Says No to Potential Clients
Web Design

Why a Good Web Design Agency Says No to Potential Clients

August 9, 2026

Not every project is a good fit. A senior web design agency knows when to say no. We filter for partnership, clear goals, and realistic expectations. This saves everyone time and money and leads to better results for the clients we do take on.

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Our Web Design Discovery Document Closes 60% of Qualified Leads
Web Design

Our Web Design Discovery Document Closes 60% of Qualified Leads

August 8, 2026

We win web design projects by starting with a paid discovery process. This collaborative approach lets us deeply understand a client's business and build a website that delivers results. This post explains how our discovery document works and why it’s so effective.

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Frequently asked questions about DoodleWeb

What is DoodleWeb?
DoodleWeb is a Seattle-headquartered digital agency (founded 2019) that designs, builds, and grows websites and digital platforms on Drupal, WordPress, Shopify, Webflow, BigCommerce, and React for higher education, government, aerospace, healthcare, nonprofit, and growing brands across the United States.
Where is DoodleWeb based?
DoodleWeb is a Seattle, WA agency headquartered at Columbia Tower, 701 5th Ave, 42nd Floor, Seattle, WA 98104, United States. We serve clients across the United States.
What services does DoodleWeb offer?
Custom web design and development, CMS builds and migrations (Drupal, WordPress, Webflow, Shopify, BigCommerce), eCommerce, headless commerce, React/Next.js engineering, React Native mobile apps, rebranding, accessibility (WCAG 2.2 AA, AODA, Section 508), Answer Engine Optimization (AEO), Generative Engine Optimization (GEO), and SLA-backed managed hosting and maintenance.
How much does a DoodleWeb website cost?
Marketing sites start around $12K, CMS rebuilds run $25K–$80K, and enterprise Drupal, headless commerce, and government platforms start at $80K and scale to $250K+. Every quote is fixed-fee with no hidden retainers and is returned within 48 hours of the discovery call.
How long does a website project take?
Marketing sites launch in 6–10 weeks, mid-market CMS platforms in 10–16 weeks, and enterprise Drupal, government, or commerce rebuilds in 4–6 months. Exact timeline, milestone dates, and acceptance criteria are written into the SOW before kickoff.
Can DoodleWeb get my brand cited by ChatGPT, Perplexity, Gemini, and Claude?
Yes. Our AEO/GEO program restructures content into Q&A patterns, ships FAQ / Organization / Article / BreadcrumbList JSON-LD schema, publishes /llms.txt and /llms-full.txt, and runs weekly citation tests across all four major answer engines so engines extract and cite your brand. Initial citations typically appear within 30–60 days.
How do I contact DoodleWeb?
Email info@doodleweb.io, call +1-425-359-0168, or book a free 30-minute consultation at https://book.doodleweb.io. You will speak directly with a senior strategist, not a sales rep.