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Want to Take MODx (Evolution or Revolution) for a Test Run?

June 14th, 2009 · 5 Comments · MODx, Useful Links and Resources

If you want to take MODx Revolution beta (or any other MODx release) for a test run without going through the install process for yourself, you can do so at MODx Demo, a website that lets you try out both the front end and the back end to get a feel for it. Those of [...]

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Best Resources for Learning PHP from the Ground Up – Newbie Goodies

May 19th, 2009 · 3 Comments · PHP, Tutorials, Useful Links and Resources

I’ve been teaching myself PHP on and off for a while now, and in the process I’ve amassed sources and links, some of which have been very useful and others very frustrating, with some in the middle.  There are numerous blogs, websites, and forums out there from which you can pick enough information to build [...]

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Akismet + WP SpamFree = Happy WordPress Blogging

April 20th, 2009 · 3 Comments · Useful Links and Resources, Wordpress

Blog comment spam is inevitable.  That’s just the reality.  Akismet and WP-SpamFree are two plugins that together have saved me a lot of time moderating comments on my blog. Just a quick look at my most recent spam stats since I activated the two – I first activated Akismet and then realized I needed more: [...]

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MODx Web Development – MODx Book Now Available!

March 30th, 2009 · 1 Comment · Blog News, MODx, Useful Links and Resources

The first ever (I believe) MODx book is now available!  It is titled MODx Web Development, authored by Antano Solar John and  published by Packtpub. You can get a copy of MODx Web Development at Packtpub (ebook costs $22.39, paperback costs $35.99, bundle costs $40.79). Here is a quick rundown of the contents of the [...]

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Drupal 6: Ultimate Community Site Guide Book – Initial Impressions

March 28th, 2009 · 2 Comments · Book Reviews, Drupal, PHP, Useful Links and Resources

I recently got a copy of the new Drupal 6: Ultimate Community Site Guide ebook by Dorien Herremans to review. I am currently working through it and will be putting up a comprehensive review soon, but I wanted to share my initial impressions with you, having read through the first few chapters and skimmed the [...]

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