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Theory
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A History of the Internet
Tracing the evolution of the Internet and it's technologies, from it's first conception as a failsafe government weapons control system, to the world-wide phenomenon it is today.
Introduction to the Course
How to get the most from your 10-week Webmaster's course. Conventions.
Web Site Builders
Online software and systems for creating websites - no technical knowledge required. |
Preparation
There are some things you can do immediately to save time later on: Set up a credit-card processing account. Set up a business entity and bank account (optional).
Tools **
Download and install everything you need for the task ahead. I'll show you how to get superb Webmaster's software for free: Graphics, HTML Editor, FTP, Telnet, Download Manager, Anti-Virus, Firewall, Email Client, Link Checker and more... |
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Why Have A Website?
Self-Publishing, Affiliate Programs, Fun!
Website Design
Rules of effective web design. Mistakes to avoid. Page Layout. Static and Dynamic Pages. Building 'Killer' Websites. By the end of this lesson, you should have a reasonably complete website design. |
Domains *
Domain Names - How they work, how much they cost. Finding great domain names. Expired Domains - why use them, how to find them. Forwarding and Transfers.
Create Keywords & Description
Your site's keywords define your site. It's never too early to start thinking about your target market and how they'll find you...
Create A Logo
Use your graphics program to create a logo and other images for your site. Branding. The easiest way to create a logo. Online graphics resources. |
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HTML
Learn the basics of the HTML language... Colours, Tables, Resources (Manuals / Tutorials / Templates), Tips 'n' Tricks.
The example web site is included with this lesson. |
Setup
Create local directory structure. Copy files. Organise existing content.
Create Your Home Page
From the examples provided, your favorite sites, or other templates... Page Header: Title, Meta-Tags, Page Body: Properties, Content text and images.
Create A Navigation Bar
Create a navigation bar. This is a single file which is included into all your pages...
Create Your Other Web Pages
Make a template from your new home page. Use the template to create any other pages. Final Tasks. |
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Telnet and Unix
Learn how to access and use your Unix webhosting account. Basic Unix commands.
More Unix
Users and Shells. Common Unix Tools, Regular Expressions. Resources.
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Webhosting Info *
Webhosting basics and terminology. Required features. Initial setup.
Webhost Reviews
Ratings System. Recommendations.
Upload Your Website
Upload your webpages using Arachnophilia or other FTP program.
Analyse And Verify
Full web site checking: HTML syntax, spelling, broken links, compression. Validation tools and resources. |
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Programming 1
Computer Basics and Architecture. Computer Language Basics. Pseudo-Code. Procedural Vs. Object-Oriented Languages.
Programming 2
The 4 steps of the development cycle: Analysis, Design, Code and Test. The 3 aspects of a program: Inputs, Processing And Outputs. Debugging. Resources.
Basic Website Security
HTTP Authentication. .htaccess and .htpasswd. Script based security explained. |
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Databases
Relational database basics: Tables, data-types. Indexes. Resources
SQL
SQL basics: DDL and DML commands, Group commands and Aggregation. Table joins. Database design, normalisation. Resources. |
Database Setup
Create a start-up file. Create your database tables from the examples. Add any existing data. |
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PHP
PHP basics. Resources. Line-by-line explanation of example scripts: Hit Counter (IP version), Navigation bar, Automatic Instant Payment Processing script (Full PayPal Integration!), Download tracking.
Perl
Perl basics. Resources. Line-by-line explanation of example scripts: Automatic Payment Processing System (Non-Paypal: Works with any email confirmation), Hit counter. |
Modify and Install Scripts
Modify and install these simple PHP scripts onto your website. Check they work as expected. |
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ECommerce Providers
Payment Processors: A review of the technical and non-technical features of PayPal, iFulfill, Clickbank and others... |
Ordering System Automation
Modify and install either the Non-PayPal (processes orders received via email) or the PayPal IPN order processing script onto your website. Check it works as expected.
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PHP-Based Users Management / Web Site Security Script
Read, understand then install this session-based security system. A line-by-line explanation is included with most scripts!
Affiliates Management Script
Read, understand then install this explosive marketing tool. Track affiliate and referrals down any number of levels. Line-by-line explanation. |
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Website Management
Site Statistics, Advertising... Resources. More coming soon.
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Search Engines *
Optimisation, doorway and gateway pages. Site submission. More soon.
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* These activities may incur additional costs:
1) A domain name and webhosting will cost you at least US$45 per year.
2) Some search engines charge for submission - i.e. Yahoo is $300 |
