E-Commerce websites without knowing web design?
I need to build an e-commerce website and I have absolutely zero web design skills. I dont even know how to upload a file using dream weaver. I needed help changing my nameservers. However, despite my limitations, I still need an e-commerce site.
I need a site that is affordable. I dont want to pay more than a few hundred dollars, including hosting.
I need paypal integration.
I need to be able to upload my own graphic backgrounds, not just use ready made templates, unless those templates allow me to use my own photos for background images.
I need to be able to categorize my items by type and size, and put 1 item into multiple categories.
I need to be able to stock items by attribute. 1 item may be available in multiple sizes. I dont want to have to create multiple listings for the same item in different sizes, and I want my inventory to stock by size and attribute as well.
I want it to be simple and affordable.
Is there anything out there that is up to my specifications?
If you want all this done you will probably need to hire a web programmer, which, by the looks of it, could cost a few hundred dollars.
From what i can see, you have sorting items, you would be using a database.
look into databases with MySQL and also look into PHP
December 22nd, 2009 at 12:27 am
There are many solutions.
Whith that list, the things that are in your budget are probably commission-based sites like Etsy and ebay’s stores. In these, you can concentrate on look and feel and know that the security, payment, admin and other stuff is handled.
Many folks sell from blogs, blogspot and WordPress especially. Certainly the look and feel is changeable there.
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I do this kind of work
December 22nd, 2009 at 12:51 am
If you want all this done you will probably need to hire a web programmer, which, by the looks of it, could cost a few hundred dollars.
From what i can see, you have sorting items, you would be using a database.
look into databases with MySQL and also look into PHP
References :
December 22nd, 2009 at 1:01 am
You don’t need Dreamweaver to upload files. Your hosting company will have a control panel that does the file handling (uploading, updating and backup, etc.). I have been using Webhostingpad and they do a terrific job.
A domain costs around 10 bucks.
Hosting costs about 50 dollars per year.
If you’re a e-reseller, the parent company will be glad to help you with setting up your website, probably for free.
Paypal will assist you with integrating their system into your page.
Anything else?
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