Java/CGI/PHP Questions

[iMurc]

Hello All,
I am making a website for an organization how’st ever they need a login ‘thing’, that would allow cretin things to be accessed with by typing in a pass word(s) and user name… I’m using the Geocities Pro option for creation not my computers… So, it must have to work that way… And ideas what I need to do like CSS,CGI,Perl,Java,XML,HTML,etc? Please let me know…


Also, if I get it working I can offer the person(s) who help a bit of money for there time.


Please let me know!


Thanks All!

[zimv20]

.htaccess is an easy and common way to do that, if the webserver is apache. some documentation here (http://httpd.apache.org/docs/howto/htaccess.html).

if the site is hosted on a site that uses cPanel, there's probably a utility for configuring htaccess (called Password Protect Directories). very simple to set up.

[mms]

I don't know if GeoCities can use it but I remember there being a pretty easy ASP authentication script. Might be worth a look.

[davecuse]

Check out Creating a PHP Login System with Admin Features (http://www.evolt.org/article/PHP_Login_System_with_Admin_Features/17/60384/index.html)

[iMurc]

Thanks!!!

When I upload the .PHP's and SQL's all they say when I try to view them is forbidden... And ideas on what I need to do, and what I should do to integrate that with what I already have?

Please let me know.

[davecuse]

Which page are you trying to view? It's not really clear what's happening, please be a little more specific in your description.

[iMurc]

The link you sent, I downloaded the Login thing... And, then I uploaded it to Geocities, how'st ever it shows up as forbidden by going to it (the PHP Page)... So I am unsure what I need to do now... I don't know more then simple Java and HTML... Any ideas?

[hal0n]

I am working on a project that uses PHP and mySQL for authentication. It's seems pretty straight forward. This is my first project of this magnatude and I've been learning the languages as I go.

I think first you need to make sure Geocities provides mySQL hosting. Then you should address how you can administer the database. The common ways are through custom php scripts where you create and alter tables, or you can use something like phpmyadmin. Phpmyadmin is very easy for me to use, and it has sped up my project considerably. I would recommend it to you if it is available.

I think that it's also important to check that the server is running PHP. PHP is so common now that I would be amazed if they didn't support it.

As long as your host supports both of those I think it is probably the easiest way to get where you are going.

If you have any questions feel free to PM me.

Kevin

[hal0n]

sorry for the double post... =\

I did some research at geocities. I don't think you are going to get the features you need from that host. If you want a recommendation for another host I am happy to give it.

Kevin

[zimv20]

i've got a hosting company that supports php and mysql: http://www.zimfest.net/

cheapest plan is $4.17 / mo.

[davecuse]

Or you could spend $30 a year on a tiny account with A Small Orange, highly recommended by many here.

http://asmallorange.com

I'm not really familiar with geocities, never used them for any hosting purposes.... I would guess that they don't provide you with adequate user rights to accomplish what you are looking to do.

[zimv20]

http://asmallorange.com
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from here: http://asmallorange.com/services/hosting/

We are currently not taking new orders for hosting service. We are working to reorganize how our company works internally for growth and we need to do this in a way that is totally transparent to our customers. Because this company is founded on the value customer satisfaction over revenues and profits, we feel this is the best way to concentrate on this work without disruption. The satisfaction of our customers is our #1 priority and we are working hard to ensure that we can always bring the same level of service for our customers.


other than that, they look good. honestly, i don't know how they can get their prices so low. i can't compete with that.

[iMurc]

from here: http://asmallorange.com/services/hosting/


other than that, they look good. honestly, i don't know how they can get their prices so low. i can't compete with that.
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Ok, so If I pay for that service will it do the PHP stuff it self?

Or, what exactly will it do?

Please let me know.

Thanks!

[mms]

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Ok, so If I pay for that service will it do the PHP stuff it self?
As in, will it install the authentication script and set it up by itself? That would be awesome, but no.

What it will do is provide a server to which you could upload the PHP script and use it for authentication, since GeoCities will not run the script.

[zimv20]

Ok, so If I pay for that service will it do the PHP stuff it self?

Or, what exactly will it do?

you'll get an account with and a login into a linux system configured w/ an apache webserver which runs php v4.3.10. the system is configured w/ other things, including mysql v4.0.22. The interface to your account is via cPanel. the userguide to it is here (http://www.cpanel.net/docs/cp/).

be forewarned that getting a website up and running, at least one w/ some functionality, will require some learning and effort on your part. unless you're willing to pay someone consulting fees to do it for you.

using forums like this is great for getting pointed in the right direction, and using hosting tech support is great to make sure everything is configured right, but no one's going to do it all for you. for free, anyway.

i've gotten a lot of use out of these books:
Web Database Applications with PHP and MySQL (http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0596000413/qid=1104473076/sr=2-1/ref=pd_ka_b_2_1/102-9414765-5740954)
MySQL (http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/1590591445/qid=1104473137/sr=8-1/ref=sr_8_xs_ap_i1_xgl14/102-9414765-5740954?v=glance&s=books&n=507846) (i've got the first version)

and, i've been programming since 1982, so that helps, too.

good luck.

[iMurc]

you'll get an account with and a login into a linux system configured w/ an apache webserver which runs php v4.3.10. the system is configured w/ other things, including mysql v4.0.22. The interface to your account is via cPanel. the userguide to it is here (http://www.cpanel.net/docs/cp/).

be forewarned that getting a website up and running, at least one w/ some functionality, will require some learning and effort on your part. unless you're willing to pay someone consulting fees to do it for you.

using forums like this is great for getting pointed in the right direction, and using hosting tech support is great to make sure everything is configured right, but no one's going to do it all for you. for free, anyway.

i've gotten a lot of use out of these books:
Web Database Applications with PHP and MySQL (http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0596000413/qid=1104473076/sr=2-1/ref=pd_ka_b_2_1/102-9414765-5740954)
MySQL (http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/1590591445/qid=1104473137/sr=8-1/ref=sr_8_xs_ap_i1_xgl14/102-9414765-5740954?v=glance&s=books&n=507846) (i've got the first version)

and, i've been programming since 1982, so that helps, too.

good luck.

Wow, 1982 a very long time... Well, since that site is down where else can I go for that sort of service???... Well, I suppose I had best get a few of those books too, as they may come in handy... The most ironic thing about this is that the site is about nerds and I am making it for "nerds," and they can't even make a site as they had this to say "Well, we would make it but we have know idea where to start, thats why we want you to"... Well, perhaps they are not computer nerds...

Well, please be sure to let me know.

Thanks Again!

[zimv20]

i got nearly half a million hits by googling "cpanel php mysql hosting"

[hal0n]

Wow, 1982 a very long time... Well, since that site is down where else can I go for that sort of service???... Well, I suppose I had best get a few of those books too, as they may come in handy... The most ironic thing about this is that the site is about nerds and I am making it for "nerds," and they can't even make a site as they had this to say "Well, we would make it but we have know idea where to start, thats why we want you to"... Well, perhaps they are not computer nerds...

Well, please be sure to let me know.

Thanks Again!

i've been using hostgator.com for a while. I have the 10$ plan and it will do anything I can think to try. It has the cPanel which is nice, and it has phpMyAdmin (mysql administration with your web browser). I too bought a book... I read the first few chapters and had enough to get started. now I just reference it every once in a while. I am not a master programmer, but i am making good progress on my project and I still learn alot every time I work on in (daily).

Have you ever done any programming or web design?

k

[iMurc]

i've been using hostgator.com for a while. I have the 10$ plan and it will do anything I can think to try. It has the cPanel which is nice, and it has phpMyAdmin (mysql administration with your web browser). I too bought a book... I read the first few chapters and had enough to get started. now I just reference it every once in a while. I am not a master programmer, but i am making good progress on my project and I still learn alot every time I work on in (daily).

Have you ever done any programming or web design?

k

I just paid for the 9.95 per month service, and I go an IP and Name Servers... But thats all I know so far... I have only done HTML and some Java... Perhaps you know what I should do next... Also, I would like to do this as cheaply as posable since I am already over budget... They provided 175 for the For 6 months then more will be added for updates but I spent 129.78 for Geocites plus some e-mail stuff 29.99 + 29.85 totaling to 189.62... So the rest will be my out of pocket costs.

[hal0n]

I just paid for the 9.95 per month service, and I go an IP and Name Servers... But thats all I know so far... I have only done HTML and some Java... Perhaps you know what I should do next... Also, I would like to do this as cheaply as posable since I am already over budget... They provided 175 for the For 6 months then more will be added for updates but I spent 129.78 for Geocites plus some e-mail stuff 29.99 + 29.85 totaling to 189.62... So the rest will be my out of pocket costs.


Do you have a domain name?

I am going to PM you to get your email, ok?

K