COAP:COAP-3110/week4
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Week 4 learning goals
(under construction ....)
Monday
Hands on - Identify a provisional project
Identify a subject for your term project (you will be allowed to change)
- Read COAP 3110/term project
- Identify a type of project you would like to implement
- Find 3 good examples (preferably based on WordPress)
- Discuss their features (functionality) and design in class
Hands on - Selecting the theme
- Selecting the them (skin) should be based on several criteria, at least usefulness, usability and appropriate looks.
- Discussion about User experience and user experience design
PHP/MySQL/Apache hosting
Prices for hosting start around 3 Euros / month, but you have to add fees for a domain name to that if you want your own.
Well-known free (read the fine print)
- Host-ed (free, without domain name)
- AwardSpace (free, without domain name)
- 000webhost (free, without domain name)
You can search the web for alternatives, e.g. read TechRadar, but be careful. Cross-check informations about a provider.
Well-known cheap, HostGator is best according to PC Mag
- HostPapa (3 Euros/month)
- GoDaddy ($4-5 / month)
- Hostgator (3.5$ / month), also cheap dedicated hosting for $80/month
Recommended local (Geneva, Switzerland)
- Infomaniak (10 CHF / month). Probably one of the best in that range (quality/speed)
- HostPoint (10CHF/month, 30 day trial)
Domain name registration
- Most hosting companies will provide that service
- You many check if they are accredited with ICANN (i.e. first-level registrars)