Creating Database-Backed Library Web Pages : Using Open Source Tools

Contents: Foreword/Eric Lease Morgan. Acknowledgments. 1. Introduction. 2. Database basics. 3. Setup and administration. 4. Introductory programming. 5. Creating reports. 6. Project design. 7. Programming the application. 8. Security-related techniques. 9. Creating public interfaces. 10. Development procedures. Appendices: i. Creating shrimp Etoufee. ii. Programming standards. Glossary. Index.

"Database-backed Web Pages provides many advantages for libraries: users get accurate and up to date information in real time, existing data gains new utility, and site maintenance and data publishing are much easier. As appealing an idea as database-backed pages are, the how-tos of creating them remain a mystery to many librarians.

Following Westman\'s clear, step by step explanations, readers will learn when, and for what kinds of information, database-backed library web pages are appropriate and will gain the technical know how to work with existing data, including implementing advanced searching techniques in applications.

This authoritative, money saving guide takes readers through a complete project, from concept to implementation. It serves both beginner and expert librarians involved with designing and maintaining websites, as well as IT managers and administrators seeking expert guidance on open source tools and programming and documentation procedures. Packed with expert advice and links to real tools, this powerful, hands-on reference will streamline webmaster results and users searches." (jacket)