Case Study
VenturaNomadica.com
The Ventura Nomadica company website. Built end-to-end using Trail.
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tasks.md
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# Purpose: Define atomic, verifiable tasks to refine the Ventura Nomadica website
## Product Context (from `trail/meta/trail.md`)
Ventura Nomadica is a venture studio focused on human-centered systems, privacy-first products, and practical innovation. The website is intentionally simple, clear, and durable, serving as a studio presence and hub for its ventures rather than a marketing-heavy sales funnel.
## Tasks
### T01 — Review Current Site and Inputs
**Description:** Review the existing site implementation and source assets required for the refinements.
**Inputs:**
- `site/index.html`
- `site/about.html`
- `site/contact.html`
- `site/field-notes.html`
- `site/styles.css`
- `site/scripts.js`
- `trail/meta/files/Ventura Nomadica Website.md`
- `trail/meta/files/Logos/MCM - Logo.png`
- `trail/meta/files/Logos/Trek Cumbs - Logo.png`
- `trail/meta/files/Logos/Trail - Logo.svg`
- `trail/meta/files/Images/KelliandJames.png`
- `trail/meta/files/Images/James3.png`
- `trail/meta/files/icons/link.svg`
- `trail/meta/files/icons/email.svg`
- `trail/meta/files/icons/linkedin.svg`
- `trail/meta/files/icons/youtube.svg`
**Outputs:**
- Confirmed list of files and assets to be updated or added under `site/`.
**Acceptance Criteria:**
- All listed inputs are reviewed and ready to apply in subsequent tasks.
### T02 — Ensure Asset Folders Exist
**Description:** Create required asset directories in `trail/meta/files/` and prepare any needed site assets.
**Inputs:**
- `trail/meta/files/Images/KelliandJames.png`
- `trail/meta/files/Images/James3.png`
- `trail/meta/files/Logos/MCM - Logo.png`
- `trail/meta/files/Logos/Trek Cumbs - Logo.png`
- `trail/meta/files/Logos/Trail - Logo.svg`
**Outputs:**
- `trail/meta/files/images/` (new)
- `trail/meta/files/icons/` (confirmed existing)
- `site/assets/` updated with new image assets used by the site
- `site/assets/kelli-placeholder.svg` (or equivalent placeholder image file)
**Acceptance Criteria:**
- `trail/meta/files/images` exists (create with a `.gitkeep` if empty).
- `trail/meta/files/icons` exists and is not modified.
- `site/assets/` includes:
- `kelliandjames.png` (copied from `trail/meta/files/Images/KelliandJames.png`)
- `james3.png` (copied from `trail/meta/files/Images/James3.png`)
- a placeholder image for Kelli
- Existing logos in `site/assets/` remain available for use on Contact and Home updates.
### T03 — Hide Field Notes From Navigation
**Description:** Remove Field Notes from all navigation surfaces so it is no longer visible.
**Inputs:**
- `site/index.html`
- `site/about.html`
- `site/contact.html`
- `site/field-notes.html`
- `site/legal.html`
- `site/privacy.html`
- `site/terms.html`
**Outputs:**
- Updated header navigation in all site pages.
**Acceptance Criteria:**
- No page header includes a visible “Field Notes” link.
- Other navigation links remain intact and functional.
### T04 — Update Home Page Cards to Split Layout
**Description:** Implement the new split card layout on the homepage and update the Studio card image and copy.
**Inputs:**
- `site/index.html`
- `site/styles.css`
- `site/assets/kelliandjames.png`
- `site/assets/mcm-logo.png`
- `site/assets/trekcrumbs-logo.png`
- `site/assets/trail-logo.svg`
**Outputs:**
- Updated `site/index.html`
- Updated `site/styles.css` with split card layout styles
**Acceptance Criteria:**
- Cards use a split layout with image on the left third and content on the right two thirds.
- Card shape remains visually consistent across logo and image variations.
- Studio card uses `kelliandjames.png` and the exact text:
- “Where everything starts.”
- “The studio behind the work: deliberate, practical, and built to last.”
- Existing venture cards retain their logos and links.
### T05 — Update About Page Ventures and Founder Cards
**Description:** Add links to venture names, add Chrome Browser Extensions entry, and update founder cards to split layout with images.
**Inputs:**
- `site/about.html`
- `site/styles.css`
- `trail/meta/files/Ventura Nomadica Website.md`
- `site/assets/james3.png`
- `site/assets/kelli-placeholder.svg`
**Outputs:**
- Updated `site/about.html`
- Updated `site/styles.css` for founder split card layout
**Acceptance Criteria:**
- Venture names in the “What we build” list are links using available URLs:
- Modern CX Mindset → `https://moderncxmindset.com`
- Trail → `https://trail.venturanomadica.com`
- TrekCrumbs → `https://trekcrumbs.com`
- Brushy → `https://brushy.venturanomadica.com`
- Chrome Browser Extensions → `https://trail.venturanomadica.com/extensions`
- Wandering Duchess → `https://www.youtube.com/@WanderingDuchess`
- “Chrome Browser Extensions” is added with description: “Simple extensions that work without giving up your personal data.”
- Founder cards use split layout (image left third, text right two thirds).
- James card uses `james3.png`.
- Kelli card uses the placeholder image.
### T06 — Update Contact Page Logos and Email Links
**Description:** Add logos next to venture URLs and ensure Brushy and Trail emails are clickable.
**Inputs:**
- `site/contact.html`
- `site/styles.css`
- `site/assets/mcm-logo.png`
- `site/assets/trekcrumbs-logo.png`
- `site/assets/trail-logo.svg`
- `trail/meta/files/Ventura Nomadica Website.md`
**Outputs:**
- Updated `site/contact.html`
- Updated `site/styles.css` for logo + link alignment
**Acceptance Criteria:**
- Trail email appears as a `mailto:` link.
- Brushy email appears as a `mailto:` link.
- A venture links section includes URLs with size-appropriate logos for:
- Modern CX Mindset
- TrekCrumbs
- Trail
- If a venture logo is not available (e.g., Brushy, Browser Extensions), the link appears without a logo and the assumption is recorded in `results.md`.
### T07 — Validate Site Functionality and Visual Consistency
**Description:** Confirm the refinements are complete and the site remains functional and aligned with the brand.
**Inputs:**
- All updated `site/*.html` files
- `site/styles.css`
**Outputs:**
- Finalized site files ready for review.
**Acceptance Criteria:**
- `site/` remains the location of the website.
- Field Notes is hidden from navigation.
- Home, About, and Contact updates match intent requirements.
- All links (internal and external) function correctly.
- Site remains warm, minimal, and aligned with Ventura Nomadica branding.