Like2slide.com – technology for sliding enthusiasts
Hello! Presenting like2slide.com – a website I created as a developer to show how advanced technical solutions can support fans of sliding sports, whether it’s skiing, snowboarding or wakeboarding. This project combines a passion for movement with smooth performance and straightforward management. I wanted like2slide.com to be a place of inspiration and information, all running like a well-oiled machine. If you’ve got a similar idea, have a look at what I’ve conjured up and see how I can help you!
What’s like2slide.com for and who visits?
This site was built for the community of sliding enthusiasts – athletes, amateurs, coaches or organisers of events related to boards and skis. My aim was to create a website that showcases news, tips and trail reports while making contact easier and encouraging action. It’s a space for those who live for sliding sports and need solid online support – and I made sure the technology delivered just that.
What technical features does like2slide.com offer?
While building this site, I focused on practical solutions that really get the job done:
- Responsiveness – the code runs smoothly on every device, from smartphones to desktop screens.
- News and reports sections – custom post types for publishing content, with filtering and categorisation options.
- Contact form – a quick way for queries, featuring server-side validation and anti-spam measures.
- SEO blog – articles about sliding, optimised for key phrases to rank high on Google.
- Cloud backups – daily backups, always ready for a swap.
- Speed on the slopes – caching and media optimisation so pages load in a flash.
Technical challenges and how I sorted them out
Working on like2slide.com had its moments – here’s what I encountered and how I tackled it:
- Too many queries – the reports and news were overloading the database. I implemented Redis for caching and the queries sped up.
- Heavy multimedia – photos and clips from the slopes were slowing the site down. I used Cloudflare CDN for fast distribution.
- The cache was acting up – after content updates, old data blocked changes. I added Varnish with cleaning rules and everything went smoothly.
- Spam from bots – the form was getting junk. I deployed reCAPTCHA and server-side filters to nip the issue in the bud.
Technical solutions in action
To keep like2slide.com performing at its best, I used the following toolkit:
- Yoast SEO – managing meta tags and the site structure for search engines.
- UpdraftPlus – automatic backups safely stored in the cloud.
- Cloudflare – a CDN for fast media loading and protection against overload.
- Redis – in-memory caching that lightens the load on the database.
- Varnish – a server cache ensuring pages are always ready.
- Lighthouse – I use it to test performance and accessibility, ensuring everything’s spot on.
Technical support – keeping it all in check
Like2slide.com isn’t a one-off project – it’s a site that requires ongoing care. I carry out system and plugin updates, always with a backup on standby so nothing falls apart. Backups are sent daily to the cloud, while Cloudflare and Redis maintain speed and stability. I monitor queries, clear the Varnish cache when changes occur and optimise the database when it gets too crowded. I can also expand the site – add galleries, live reports or integrations – so it always supports your passion for sliding. Want a website for your passion for sliding sports? Need something fast, stable and with character? Get in touch with me – we’ll chat about your idea and create something that really kicks off!
