I was looking to start a web directory and need a good script any suggestions plz

Discussion in 'Directories' started by Maestro65, Jul 11, 2008.

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    What is best directory script for me?
     
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    YMC Well-Known Member

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    How would we know that without any idea of what you are looking to do?

    Please provide more information and do take some time and look over the multitude of other threads that already address this question.

    BTW, welcome to the forums.
     
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    Maestro65 Banned

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    Hey, I am new to this culture and only asked a question. I do have a good understanding of the way things sometimes work. However please treat me as an idiot:eek:
     
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    Maestro65 Banned

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    Hey, YMC, I realise that this may be a norm for you, but just wanted to ask th question. Am I wromg? If so please let me know!
     
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    mikey1090 Moderator Staff

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    wisdomtool Moderator Staff

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    Do a search, there is quite a long discussion previously, the search button is far more useful than you think and is definitely meant to be used and not just a design filler.
     
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    YMC Well-Known Member

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    As you can see from the posts below mine there are quite a few scripts available. Asking a generic question like you did will not get you the answers to what you really need to ask.

    For example, we don't know...

    * Do you know HTML, smarty, or any php?
    * Have you run a website before on a commercial basis?
    * What sort of directory are you planning on running? General (think phone books) or niche (think index in the back of a trade magazine on a specific topic)
    * Are you planning on having any particular features or design?
    * Will you need a programmer?
    * Have you begun thinking what categories you will have?

    The list is much longer but that should give you an idea.

    As you can imagine, most here have their favorite scripts and many here will simply push their software without concern as to your unique needs.

    If you have not thought about what type of directory you want to have, to be honest, you have a lot more research to do before you worry about choosing a script.

    There's tons of information already here in the forums and many here who can and will offer guidance.
     
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    sizzler_chetan Prominent Member

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    got with phpld or phplynx. i had heard that phplynx is now open source so go with it dude :D
     
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    I am to be afraid to be saying phplynx as good script to be suitable if most senior member pipes is to call me stalker. :eek:

    To be careful Maestro65 for using and to say it so on here is to jump in lion den.

    This is to be perfect example Maestro65 why if you are to go for phplynx you must be of cautious nature.

    Deciding yourself on comment you are invited to do.
     
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