How Do I Create My Own Content Management System?

Hey!

I'm looking to model my own CMS which will be more suited to my needs. So, what are my needs?

- A framework for content creation and storage (PHP/MySQL)
- A framework for users to create customized profiles (PHP/MySQL/CSS)
- A framework for users to contribute to discussions

You could say I want a 'social media network'.

So...What's The Issue?

QUESTION: Do you know of any tutorials which show me how to create my own CMS?

Please post your answers in this thread with sufficient clarity and depth so that your advice is helpful.

Thank you
Fabien

 

Currently I'm working through this book. So far i'm impressed with the book. It explains things clearly. I've also purchased a PHP & MySQL book which is always useful.

The only other thing I can suggest is have a look at some open source CMS. This site gives you an example of each systems by letting you log in and use it fully.

 

There are quite some requirements to make a Content Management System.

You prolly need at least know these things:
PHP (the programming language you will make it in)
Mysql+Knowledge of Relations (The database to hold all the info)
XHTML + CSS (styling is importand)

Also it recommended to know about SQLite a variant of MySQL that can handle a lot more load

 

Thank you very much, I'm off to the bookstore to buy a PHP/MySQL book and I'll look at the one you suggest Adam

RJD - I know XHTML/CSS and a little PHP, so I am looking forward to delving further into the topic and getting a grasp on things.

Much appreciated people!

Fabs

 

No problem, good luck and keep us updated with your progress. If I find anything else i'll pass it on!

 

good luck with your programming. Another tip to start with off with MVC programming. Kohana is a great tool for this.

 

I would say to look at what joomla does.

 

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