DotNetNuke is a framework for creating and deploying web projects in ASP.NET 2.0. This book opens with detailed installation instructions for DotNetNuke, Visual Web Developer, and SQL Server 2005. This ensures that every reader, whatever their level or ability, has a working suite of tools that will see them through the rest of the book, and stand them in good stead throughout their ASP.NET 2.0 careers. Next come tutorials on creating and publishing an ASP.NET 2.0 website written in Visual Basic 2005, without excluding non-programmers who will be using the book to get up to speed on DotNetNuke.

This book teaches you how to create your own dynamic websites using the free products DotNetNuke 4.0 and Visual Web Developer 2005 Express. It’s a book for beginners and hobbyists, people who don’t necessarily have a deep understanding of computer systems, but who never the less want to get the job done and create a website that will be of value to their lives or businesses. After reading this book, and for no additional outlay, they will be able to create a website on their computer that is virtually indistinguishable from one that cost thousands from a professional firm. All they need to do then is host it.

This book teaches you how to create your own dynamic websites using the free products DotNetNuke 4.0 and Visual Web Developer 2005 Express. It’s a book for beginners and hobbyists, people who don’t necessarily have a deep understanding of computer systems, but who never the less want to get the job done and create a website that will be of value to their lives or businesses. After reading this book, and for no additional outlay, they will be able to create a website on their computer that is virtually indistinguishable from one that cost thousands from a professional firm. All they need to do then is host it.

DotNetNuke is an open source framework built on top of the ASP.Net platform. While this system offers an impressive set of out-of-the-box features for public and private sites, it also includes a compelling story for folks who want to present a unique look and feel to visitors. The skinning engine inside of DotNetNuke has strengthened over the course of several years and hundreds of thousands of registered users. The success of its skin and module developer community is another key indicator of the depth and breadth of this technology. The Core Team responsible for the DotNetNuke brand has gone to great lengths to enable a predictable and positive experience for both the visitors of the site and the developers who build them. Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.

Visual Web Developer Express Edition is a low-cost, entry-level version centered around pre-built projects that new developers can easily deploy and customize for their own sites Explains how to harness "drag-and-drop" tools that build on the popularity of ASP.NET, offering Web designers an easy introduction to the new Microsoft Visual Studio 2005 Framework Shows novice Web developers step by step how to create powerful ASP.NET Web applications Explains how to access databases through Data Source controls, design site navigation, build interactivity, and much more

Powerful Web Development Technologies, Now Made Simple For anyone who wants to build a professional website with minimal trouble, Visual Web Developer 2005 Express Edition is the solution. This book makes it even easier. Whether you're a true beginner or an experienced web developer who hasn't yet worked with .NET, you'll learn how to leverage today's most powerful web development technologies without getting bogged down in details. This is also a great first step for anyone who plans to move on to Microsoft Visual Studio. Coverage Includes Using master pages to accommodate repeated content Inserting navigational aids that reduce user frustration Using themes to minimize hand-coding Adding search features to your website Building a shopping cart application for your website Creating a flexible user environment using Webpart technology Using scripts to perform tasks more quickly Creating intelligent web pages with SmartTags Including sound and video in your web pages Making the move from Visual Web Developer Express to Visual Studio 2005 Using automation whenever possible Making your web pages more accessible Featured on the CD The CD contains the release of Microsoft Visual Web Developer 2005 Express Edition. Keep Development Simple by Combining .NET with Other Technologies Store XML Data in a Text File for Lower Costs, Easier Connectivity, and Better Performance Master Every Technique by Following the Thorough Step-by-Step Instructions and Real-World Examples