Social networking software recomendations?

Discussion in 'Content Management' started by Chris Guthrie, Jul 7, 2009.

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    I'm looking to start a very niche specific social network and I'm looking for some recommendations on software to use.

    I've heard of ning before, but wanted to see what people that have previous experience with these programs might have to say :)
     
    Chris Guthrie, Jul 7, 2009 IP
  2. sandeepdude

    sandeepdude Well-Known Member

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    i use buddypress now...
    its incomplete.but very flexible and easy to manage...
     
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    ~kev~ Well-Known Member

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    Wordpress Multi User - WordpressMU - is a powerful and flexible solution. If you want a preview, take a look at wordpress.com. That should give you an idea of what is possible.
     
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    mrsohel_tex Peon

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    If u want to develop a social network like facebook , My space etc, there are lots of scripts are available.Among them php fox and social engine is recommended.php Fox is like My Space its admin pannel is very strong.Social engine is also good and getting popular these days.
     
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  5. Chris Guthrie

    Chris Guthrie Active Member

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    Any other suggestions on social networking software I can use to build a site on my own hosted platform?

    Specifically it's video game related...
     
    Chris Guthrie, Jul 8, 2009 IP
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    I don't recommend using software, hire someone on freelancer.com or Odesk.com (I use odesk all the time and get very high quality work out).
     
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    bnandika Well-Known Member

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    I don't know what you need and how big is your site, but you can learn Team Sugar article and see what Drupal can do for social networking
     
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    sakto Active Member

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    If you want some open source platform, Wordpress Multi User is the way to go. Or you can try ning.com, if you don't want the hassle of setting up a social network server yourself and yes it is free.
     
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    I have read all the posts. Well, if you hire a freelancer, it'll take you min 5K just to develop a basic network scrip from scratch.

    The best way to start fast is to use a ready-made software which more or less suits your needs. Check paid solutions as they have larger functionality then free.

    I would advise PG Social Networking software as a start. get open source to be able to make minor adjustments for your special community.
     
    Masterofkeys, Oct 2, 2009 IP