A business directory using PHP...

[ClovisRealtors]

Hello,

I was wondering if it is a good idea to create a Business Directory using PHP and MYSQL.

The business directory would have basic features like the following:

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A basic search tool

each business will have the following information:

logo-stored in mysql
Name of business
address
phone number
link to google map
e-mail
web site


Now I might have to this from scratch, but I was wondering if any of you have an open source program that might help, or if I should use basic html to do this.

Thanks,

[miguel]

It's more than recommended NOT to implement the solution in plain HTML, since this would make the directory updates VERY tedios and time-consuming.

The implementation of such application in php won't be too hard since it would require about 3 - 4 dynamic pages at most: 1 to display the content, 1 to search, and 1 or 2 administrative panels to update the content. Nevertheless, you can try saving development effort by looking for a ready-made solution. You might check at HotScripts (http://hotscripts.com/PHP/Scripts_and_Programs/index.html) for a similar tool. Nevertheless, consider the time that you might have to spend modifying an existing tool to suite your needs as compared to the time necessary to develop exactly what you need. Make sure it is a good trade-off before going for the ready-made solution. After all, custom-made costumes fit best :D

[ClovisRealtors]

Hey, thanks for your advice. :D

I am looking for one right now...