Q. How do I become a DbSmartSite designer?
A. You must first teach yourself how to user our DbSmartConfig web site builder. This is easily done by registering on our DbSmartPlay web site for a free 90 trial site. Then you must build a site from scratch to demonstrate your skills.
Q. Why should I be a DbSmartSite designer?
A. To earn money! Once certified, we will list your name on our web site. Our DbSmartConfig web site builder enables you to build great web sites with less effort. You can give your customers features that otherwise would not be possible.
Q. Do I have to follow the published fee schedule?
A. Yes, you must follow the fee schedule.
Q. What happens if there is a dispute between a customer and a designer?
A. We will help to arbitrate the dispute. If you follow the code of conduct, we will support you. Sometimes, customers can be unreasonable. However, if you do not follow the code of conduct, you will lose your certification.
Q. What if the DbSmartConfig tool builder cannot handle the customer's requirements?
A. If that happens, be honest with the customer and explain what the tool can and cannot do. You can implement flash, custom html, javascript, dhtml using the HTML Insert Item type. However, you must explain to the customer that they will be unable to maintain this part of the site and you must obtain a written waiver to this effect.
Q. Are designers DbSmartSite.com employees?
A. No. All designers are independent contractors.
Q. Does it cost anything to be a DbSmartSite designer?
A. There is no fee to become a DbSmartSite designer at the present time. However, you must host a web site with us that we link to so customers can contact you. The monthly hosting fee is waived if you refer 2 customers / month. You can also earn free hosting by submitting templates, style sheets, etc. to our DbSmartThemes web site.
