Tuesday, May 22, 2012

Content Management Systems

When I am asked to build a website for someone, I need to make the end-user aware that once I’m finished, I will be turning it over to their webmaster of choice. More often than not I get an answer like ……… well ………. there will be three or four that will be working with the site on weekends, we don’t really have a webmaster. Opps ! After I’m through with the HTML XHTML, PHP, PEARL, PYTHON, CSS, and MySQL, this RUBY ON RAILS project is headed for a wreak.

These days I just find it easier to build what my non-techie customers need to communicate with their market on either a WordPress or Joomla Platform. Not only does it save a ton of time and money but it is much easier for the end user to work with. However, when the so called end user hears BLOG they flip. It’s all they can take to answer a few e-mails, they aren’t really interested in a “Blooogggg”. No running commentary, none of that stuff.

I try to explain the ease of use that a good CMS system along with a premium template will bring to them, but it kinda leaves them on edge. As I continue to explore different options for a good CMS for my clients based on their needs, I am continually amazed at the number of options that are available.

I thought I would provide “Open Jason” as a starting point for reference to those who thnk that a good CMS along with a premium template is worth its weight in gold …….. for themselves as well as others.

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