EKTRON DEVELOPERS GUIDE

The first book to cover the Ektron content management system (CMS) Ektron CMS400.NET provides a complete platform that features all the functionality needed to create, deploy, and manage your Web site. The power is in your hands when you use the built-in server controls to deploy a site or customize the deployment with the API. Authored by a trio of Ektron insiders, this book escorts you through the detailed steps of building a prototype company site. Upon completion, you will have a complete and functional coded Web site that you can use as a template for future projects. * Introduces the Ektron CMS400.NET as well as the Ektron architecture and includes an in-depth explanation of the Ektron framework * Assumes no prior knowledge of the Ektron platform * Shows you how to install the CMS, software dependencies, and samples sites * Explains how to implement a social network and construct a storefront Ektron Users Guide provides you with everything you need to know about the exciting possibilities of working with this popular and powerful platform.

In the Ektron User Guide, the user works through detailed steps as if building a comprehensive site for an (imaginary) local college. Upon completion, the developer will have a complete and functional coded website for use as a template for other projects. Each technical section implements a specific facet of the site using the Ektron framework and includes an in-depth explanation of technology. The content requires no prior knowledge of the Ektron platform, however, developers already familiar with Ektron can use the book as a reference guide. Topics of interest include: The Ektron Architecture Installing the CMS, software dependencies, nad samples sites Creating the home page and main navigation Engaging the community and delivering content to multiple channels Implementing a social network Constructing a Storefront with eCommerce Launching and maintaining your site

The first book to cover the Ektron content management system (CMS) Ektron CMS400.NET provides a complete platform that features all the functionality needed to create, deploy, and manage your Web site. The power is in your hands when you use the built-in server controls to deploy a site or customize the deployment with the API. Authored by a trio of Ektron insiders, this book escorts you through the detailed steps of building a prototype company site. Upon completion, you will have a complete and functional coded Web site that you can use as a template for future projects. Introduces the Ektron CMS400.NET as well as the Ektron architecture and includes an in-depth explanation of the Ektron framework Assumes no prior knowledge of the Ektron platform Shows you how to install the CMS, software dependencies, and samples sites Explains how to implement a social network and construct a storefront Ektron Users Guide provides you with everything you need to know about the exciting possibilities of working with this popular and powerful platform.