need input for web site development seminar

[Robert H. Terry]

Hi,

Just like to point you towards another model for a solution.  At 
http://rbse.mountain.net/MOREplus/, is the information about the MOREplus 
tool.  Using this you store all data in the database and the HTML 
pages/forms are all generated in real-time.  It is being used at a 
multitude of sites for storage/maintenance/browsing/searching.  The 
information type can be of any domain since its data types are not 
hard-coded into the initial structure.  Anything from documents to 
personnel forms can be created then used by clients.  

The biggest advantage is that the interface is user friendly, wherein 
administrators/librarians do not need to have expertise in HTML or CGIs.  
In addition it takes a small staff (most sites have about 2 people) to 
create and maintain large amounts of information indefinitively.

I suggest that anyone whom is creating a Web Site not take the flat-file 
HTML code creating method.  As can be attested to by librarians of same, 
this becomes a maintenance nightmare and they get forced into employing a 
cadre of helpers as things grow/change.  Feel free to contact me after 
visiting if theres any more information you might need.

Bob Terry
800-846-1458 ext-18


On Thu, 4 Jan 1996, Deb Wiley wrote:

> Hello,
> 
> I am trying to put together a seminar for the DC Chapter of SLA, Information
> Technology Group on "The Library's role in creating web sites for their
> organization". 
> 
> Essentially, I am looking for examples of organizations (corporate,
> governmental, or non-profit associations) where the library was involved in
> creating a web site that includes content about the organization as a whole,
> not just the library.  If you are willing to share your experiences, please
> contact me directly via any address or number listed below.
> 
> Also, anyone in the DC area who would like to participate in this program,
> please don't be shy.  We would welcome your experiences.
> 
> Thank you very much for your help.
> 
> -Deb Wiley
> 
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> Deborah Lynne Wiley
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