THRobinson Posted October 19, 2017 Share Posted October 19, 2017 I took a few small courses in HTML/CSS, but honestly, been years since I used either so, I have a basic understanding but very much a beginner for web sites. Looking to re-do the site for where I work, appliance shop, and wondering about how to handle online inventory. Won't be anything major like 100+ items... but would like to be able to have (example) a page for Fridges, Image with basic specs, and when clicked either expands for more details, or, might just link to the manufacturer's spec page at that point. When I first started HTML, we would have done tables and whenever a new product is added or item removed, you'd have to go into the HTML and edit the thing. Long/slow pain in the butt. For something like this, with maybe 50 items total.... is there a good/easy way to do this? maybe a few basic sort functions like price hi/low? I'm not sure what I would Google to get the correct info, so hoping someone can steer me in the right direction then I can search for tutorials and such to get it done. Just, at this point, I don't know what I'm looking for, just what I know I want in the end. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dsonesuk Posted October 19, 2017 Share Posted October 19, 2017 These days it would be better to store each item details in a database, including image path, then use server script language (PHP, ASP.Net) to loop though these items placing them in a specific html layout. You can then manipulate the data to whatever you require before displaying it. Most things that don't involve a event such click, can be done through css3, otherwise JavaScript is required. You really shouldn't use tables anymore, because you need a responsive layout that will go from example: 4 columns to 1 column for smaller devices, which tables are incapable of doing easily. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rewillis Posted October 20, 2017 Share Posted October 20, 2017 Attention: THRobinson: Since you have an account on this web page, you might want to click on the "HTML Layout" link in the left-hand column. Keep in touch. Sincerely in Christ, Russell E. Willis P.S. - Please read Proverbs 23:23. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dsonesuk Posted October 20, 2017 Share Posted October 20, 2017 I don't understand why you would chat to someone with this posters username, if you had a problem with mine? much worse. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THRobinson Posted October 27, 2017 Author Share Posted October 27, 2017 Weird... had this set to notify of responses, never got anything... just checked now and had 3. Database would be I think what I'm after, so I can just add info and a pic and the site automatically brings it in. Username wise... ya, mine looks bad, but my name is Thomas H. Robinson.... T.H.Robinson... but yes, sounded out, it is a bit porn-ish. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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