About The Founder
Joshua Ackerly
Graveyard Jokes Studios is where engineering discipline meets creative identity. I build robust, expressive web platforms for startups, musicians, and independent brands that need more than a generic template.
Who I Am
I am a full-stack developer focused on custom digital experiences. My day-to-day work includes architecture planning, backend development, API and database design, frontend UX implementation, and production deployment.
I primarily work with Laravel + React and build around long-term maintainability. The result is software that feels original, performs well, and can evolve with your brand.
Graveyard Jokes Studios was built to help creative businesses launch serious products without losing their voice.
8+
Years Building
30+
Web Projects Shipped
6
Active Sister Platforms
100%
Custom-First Mindset
What I Build
Full-Stack Web Apps
I build complete applications from backend architecture to polished interfaces using Laravel, Inertia, React, and TypeScript.
Brand-Driven UI/UX
I design interfaces with personality. The goal is always the same: memorable visuals that still feel intuitive and fast.
Music + Media Platforms
A major part of my work serves artists, labels, and underground scenes with custom publishing, streaming, and community features.
Open Source Workflow
I build in public where possible, share practical code, and keep systems transparent so others can learn from real production work.
Core Skills
PHP
Laravel
MySQL
JavaScript
TypeScript
React
Tailwind CSS
Design
Linux / DevOps
Build Process
Step 01
Discovery
Clarify the brand voice, audience, and business goals before touching code.
Step 02
Architecture
Design a maintainable structure for data, routes, components, and deployment.
Step 03
Build + Iterate
Ship quickly, test in real conditions, and improve based on usage and feedback.
Step 04
Launch + Support
Deploy cleanly, monitor behavior, and keep improving after day one.
The Journey
2016
The Spark
Started learning HTML, CSS, and JavaScript through late-night experiments and personal projects.
2019
GraveyardJokes Is Born
Registered GraveyardJokes.com as a creative idea that quickly grew into a serious long-term brand.
2021
Going Full-Stack
Shifted from static sites into Laravel applications with real databases, auth systems, and production deployment.
2023
Ecosystem Expansion
Launched multiple sister platforms in publishing and music to serve different creative communities.
2024
Studio Incorporated
Formalized as GraveYard Jokes Studios Inc. and expanded service offerings for startups and artists.
Studio Ecosystem
Graveyard Jokes Studios powers a network of focused products in publishing, music discovery, and media. Each platform is designed for a specific community and built on the same reliability standards.
Portfolio / Services
GraveyardJokes Studios
The main portfolio, service hub, and parent studio for the entire ecosystem.
Publishing
HollowPress
A publishing platform for writers and editorial teams that need clean workflows and flexible content tools.
Music Platform
LunarBlood
An underground music platform focused on alternative and experimental artists.
Electronic Music
SynthVeil
A destination for electronic and synth-driven artist discovery and promotion.
Editorial
The Velvet Pulse
Music journalism, artist features, and culture coverage with a distinct editorial tone.
Internet Radio
Velvet Radio
Internet radio project for curated independent and underground music.
Working Principles
Build With Purpose
Every feature should serve a clear user or business goal, not just fill a layout.
Craft Over Shortcuts
Templates can help speed, but quality comes from custom decisions and attention to detail.
Clear Communication
No guesswork, no vague promises, and no hidden surprises in timelines or scope.
Tools And Technologies
Open Source And Community
I share code because practical examples help people faster than theory alone. My repositories include production apps, experiments, and reusable components.
If you are curious how something works, feel free to dig in, fork, and adapt it to your own work.
Ready To Build Something Real?
If you need a website or platform that reflects your identity and can scale with your goals, I am ready to help.