Database-Driven Web Sites

Don''t depend on static HTML to meet your clients'' demand for information—use Database-Driven Web Sites to help you find the dynamic program that will get the job done with ease. This book contains profiles of successful content delivery solutions in a variety of library situations, from academic to governmental, and covers many associated elements, such as web site redesign, digitization, and electronic access to archival information. Plentiful illustrations and straightforward language will make Database-Driven Web Sites a reference you''ll turn to whenever you need to find a practical solution to your online content delivery problems.

A reference you?ll turn to whenever you need a practical solution to your online content delivery problems!

Don?t depend on static HTML to meet your clients? demand for information?use Database-Driven Web Sites to help you find the dynamic program that will get the job done with ease. This book contains profiles of successful content delivery solutions in a variety of library situations, from academic to governmental, and covers many associated elements, such as web site redesign, digitization, and electronic access to archival information. Plentiful illustrations and straightforward language will make this book a valuable addition to your collections.

Among the topics Database-Driven Web Sites examines are:

• staff skill development issues
• building a frequently asked questions (FAQ) database
• managing bibliographic citation software
• online reference collections in collegiate libraries
• developing portal web sites for state governments

This book aims to empower librarians to create new services that would be impossible with strictly HTML-based web sites, so along with advice from professionals, Database-Driven Web Sites offers you practical tips for managing complex projects and includes numerous links to online resources and software.