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The world Idealien is pronounced like chameleon – the more you say it, the better it sounds!

What is an Idealien?

What is an Idealien?Chosing a name for a company is often the most vexing process you will experience in that business.  Like most companies, I wanted something that is easy to remember and indicates the types of services offered. I also wanted a name that tied in with existing branding of my alien logo from my personal domain www.oastler.ca

Inspired by a naming contest I held in 2008, the word Idealien:

  • Originates from the word “idea” or “ideal” which conveys the focus I have for my customers ideas. They can  expect to receive a product/service which is ideally suited to their needs.
  • The “-ien” suffix hails from the word “alien” and can be used both as the name of the blue alien and in plural form to represent employees should I grow beyond a company of one.
  • Had all related domain names available at the time of registration.
  • Pronounced like chameleon – the more you say it, the better it sounds!

Who is Idealien Studios?

Jamie OastlerIdealien Studios is owned and operated by Jamie Oastler, a web designer / developer with 10+ years of industry experience. I have a strong passion to build elegant solutions using the most cost-effective technologies available with a preference for open-source technologies such as PHP, Wordpress and jQuery.

Where I set myself apart from a standard developer is the business acumen which compliments my technical expertise thanks to my Bachelor of Commerce degree from the Sprott School of Business at Carleton University. I am equally comfortable (and capable) of helping business staff identify their requirements for a new system as I am working with technical resources to build that system.

Please visit my Idealien Portfolio to see samples of my work. Or if you are interested in how I can help your business succeed – contact me.

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  • What is an Idealien?

    The word Idealien originates from the word "idea" or "ideal" and conveys my principle philosophies of business:
    • I will always strive to build the ideal solution for my clients - if they aren't happy, I'm not.
    • I am always interested in new ideas or ways to solve a challenge more efficiently.

    Pronounced like chameleon
    the more you say it,
    the better it sounds!

    Since building my brand around this concept it has amazed me how many times I hear people say, "The ideal thing to do would be..." and then pick a different course of action. An Idealien solution is one that is:
    1. Cost-effective
    2. Easy to use and maintain
    3. Helps you meet your business goals
    4. Can scale as your business grows
    5. Engages your customers
    When you combine that with the word alien, in reference to the little blue alien which is the base of my branding, you get Idealien!