If you're new to content management systems - or even new to building websites - this practical guide will get you up and running in no time. You don't have to know much code, if any, to get started. Need to build a website quickly? Have a client that requires a powerful website with lots of compelling features? Ideal for web designers and developers alike, this updated edition takes you step-by-step through site creation with Joomla, with plenty of hands-on exercises along the way. Build a sample site throughout the book to see how Joomla! works Plan and structure your site's categories, articles, menus, and modules Learn the ins and outs of creating, organizing, and displaying content Add images, audio, and video - and create complete image galleries Build a blog, set up an events calendar, and create custom user forms Sell merchandise by putting together your own online store Engage visitors by creating user profiles and hangouts Secure your site and keep it optimized Migrate to Joomla! 3 and update your third-party extensions

About the Author
Ron Severdia, owner and creative director of Kontent Design in the Bay Area, has directed interactive branding projects for clients, including HP, Verizon, Yahoo!, Visa, and Apple. Jennifer Gress (snapdragonservices.com) has been working with Joomla! since 2006 with its beginnings in corporate america for employers. Clients began approaching her to build websites for them in January of 2010. Jennifer's skills from corporate life; project management, training and more, combined with her knowledge and experience with Joomla! make her a well rounded web designer and co-leader for the Joomla! Users Group in the Bay Area. Jenn enjoys singing, bird watching, geology and real estate.


Book Information
ISBN 9781449345396
Author Ron Sverdia
Format Paperback
Page Count 350
Imprint O'Reilly Media
Publisher O'Reilly Media