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Which CMS Should I Use?

Discussion in 'CMS and Website Systems Help' started by Blackhawk095, Jun 2, 2012.

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    I'm working on a website project to improve my PHP/Database and CMS abilities. The problem, is that I'm not sure which type of CMS will work with what I'm trying to do.

    I need a CMS that will allow the integration of my own databases, user profiles, 100% customizable pages (both static and dynamic), website based CMS (I want admins to be able to upload content via their website profile, NOT their CMS profile), and the ability to use my own SQL queries.

    I have been researching WordPress, Joomla, Durpal, and a few other free CMS. I think Joomla is the best choice. I found a few user management plugins (which I couldn't find for WP), but I don't know how databases work in Joomla. So I don't know if it will meet my needs.

    PROJECT DETAILS

    Database Setup:

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    Project Design:

    (category page)
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    (tutorial page)
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    (standard user profile [*not admin/no cms])
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    As you can see from the design, I can't use the provided DB tables that a CMS (such as WordPress) will provide. Using WP as an example, I wouldn't be able to organize each tutorial by topic and each topic by category. I also wouldn't be able to create the profile systems.

    On the other side, adding features, such as a commenting system, would be easier using a WP database because the scripts would be provided as part of the WP download files.

    Is there a CMS that can provide the features I need? If there are multiple, which do you suggest?


    Blackhawk095, Jun 2, 2012
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    Ronald Roe Well-Known Member

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    None that I'm aware of. If you're needing to get deep enough that you're controlling individual tables in and relationships in the DB, you're probably looking at a custom job.


    Ronald Roe, Jun 2, 2012
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    Thanks for the response.

    I guess I will be building the CMS myself. This should be interesting. :D


    Blackhawk095, Jun 3, 2012
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    Wordpress because it's is easy and latest trend of market..........


    Danish01, Jun 12, 2012
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    Get-Simple?


    shovenose, Jun 12, 2012
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    m3n0tu18 WDF Moderator and Drupalite!

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    Actually Ive just discovered Concrete 5. Its a very very good simple cms with a decent backbone. Check it out :)


    m3n0tu18, Jun 16, 2012
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    Yeah Concrete5 actually is pretty decent, but I like Get-Simple a bit better...


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    It's also the slowest, most complex, and least secure, of all of them. For a casual site or a site that's really meant to be a blog, it's a very versatile system, however, for a business site that's infrequently updated it's really not that fitting.


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    Danish01 New Member

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    Everyone knows WordPress is the best CMS because it's very easy to use and seo friendly. so i also suggest you WordPress..


    Danish01, Jul 9, 2012
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    TheGAME1264 The Displaced Web Redneck Moderator

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    Why don't you address shovenose's argument first before bumping a dead thread with a generic remark, Danish? If you really believe what you just said, you should be able to argue his point.


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    Blackhawk095 Active Member

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    I made some changes to the website plans. I am now using WordPress with a custom design that I created. It's working very well. Most of the database control issues have been solved with plugins.


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    Here I am, late to the party again! I don't have anything to add, just a question for Blackhowk095 - what did you use to chart out your database setup in your first post?


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    I used MySQL Workbench 5.2. It's free and , in my opinion, by far the best database design software out there.


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    Yes, you can use Wordpress or Joomla because they are the best CMS for developing websites in today. They have the also excellent features and very easy to use. I mostly preferred both for my website developing.

    [EDIT: Fake signature removed by TheGAME1264. Please read the forum rules before posting. Thanks.]


    lennondevid, Jul 19, 2012
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    Wordpress no other option......


    Danish01, Aug 10, 2012
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    lol no other option?


    shovenose, Aug 10, 2012
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    Invision Power will be releasing IP. Content as a single CMS soon. If they haven't already. I use it along side IPB, but even by itself, it is AMAZING.


    DreadfulGlory, Sep 9, 2012
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