When building out a site, do you use a template system?

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    When building out a site, do you use a template system?

    I am trying to build a site out, but I want to make it as easy as possible to change the styles or parts that matter most. Can anyone recommend an easy to use template system? Most seem pretty complex..
     
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    bartolay13 Active Member

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  3. en3r0

    en3r0 Active Member

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    not quite what i had in mind.

    i was thinking something along the lines of what is found in this tutorial: http://www.codewalkers.com/c/a/Display-Tutorials/Writing-a-Template-System-in-PHP/7/

    i tried to use that, but it screws things up when you call a .php file into it
     
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    Kyosys Peon

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    Uh, try SMARTY? I heard it's good
     
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    There are designs sites where you can buy templates for cheap, even download for free. After that it's up to you to customize.
     
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    wvccboy Notable Member

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    I've used smarty and other smaller template systems but normally I just use normal PHP and css or CodeIgniter to do my work then integrate my templates in... smarty is good for large sites but not for smaller sites like my own.
     
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    I would suggest you use a cms like e107, has many themes already, can add your own. Can switch themes with a click of a button. e107 is very flexible.
     
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    Use photoshop and create your own template.
     
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    salahsoftware Peon

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    If you want, I can design and develop the website for you at nominal charge.
     
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    Congratulations, you completely missed the point

    Also, you might want to use the edit button
     
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    en3r0 Active Member

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    After asking around and exploring the options, i think ive decided on bTemplate for this project. Though its a bit old, it is simple and straight forward for what i need.
     
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    I use Smarty and a custom "lite" framework, but for speed use straight PHP.

    Ha! Some clearly missed the point here and were referring to web templates.
     
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