Although this pattern is geared towards knee socks, if you can customize it to create shorter socks if so desired. From the website:

This sockulator lets you design a custom sock in nearly any length you like, that fits your foot, ankle and calf. You can design a footie, a knee sock or an anklet.

This is all you need to know to generate the pattern:

• gauge for the yarn/needles you choose
• US shoe size (or choose custom and enter your foot measurement)
• ankle and calf measurements