Web CMS (Content Management System) is a method for managing website content. The idea is to keep the website content seperate from the physical web pages - usually implemented using a database. The website content can then be controlled and manipulated in a flexible manner.
Advantages of using CMS:
- Ease of Use: Website owners can use CMS to update their pages without knowing how to program. Simple web-based forms are used to enable site owners to easily keep their content up-to-date.
- Cost Saving: By controlling site content, site owners do not have to hire web designers and programmers to make content changes. This is extremely relevant for frequently updated information such as events calendars, new features, and photo albums.
Example CMS implementations:
AnotherAnnArbor.org
Built a customized content management solution for AnotherAnnArbor.org. Administrable content includes and events calendar, news features, photo albums, organization listings, distributed calendaring, and an online forum.
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Spaly Group, Inc.
Built administrative tools for managing several categories of real estate listings.
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Chris Jordan Photography
Enabled the artist to edit and update all the information on the website. Extensions include photo galleries and updateable item lists.
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Creeping Time
Designed and built a custom website for the band Creeping Time. Members can manage the show calendar, news features, and the guestbook. A custom guestbook is also open to the general public.
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Sarathan Records
Built a content management tool for controlling information on the record label's artists. Multiple categories and levels of information for each artist.
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More sites where I've implemented CMS:
- Avenue Films (film makers)
- Ballard Realty (real estate)
- Bridges to Understanding (staff website)
- Catherine Moore for Judge (public official)
- Emerald Posters (poster sales)
- EZLink Detroit (community services)
- Bluesberry (band)
- Rachel Taylor Brown (musician)
- Carmina Luna (band)
- Crucial Change (band)
- Kris Delmhorst (musician)
- Pistol Star (band)
- Sensation Junkies (band)
- Vast Capital (band)
- The Vibe (band)
