June 06, 2005
Web Design Query
I'm designing a website for a client who operates a hotel/restaurant. She'd like for visitors to be able to make room reservations online. I've never done anything like this before -- would anyone have suggestions for a website or book that can help me? Is there a simple template I could use? Would my client need to open an account with someone to ensure secure transactions? Admittedly, this kind of thing is beyond my area of expertise -- so any suggestions are appreciated.
Posted by mhinrichs at June 6, 2005 05:28 PM
Know PHP at all?
Try this: http://www.hotscripts.com/Detailed/13573.html - I love open source!
PHP would be the solution. ;)
I know a little PHP, perhaps not enough. I might have to turn it over to someone else. The program that I'm a moron linked to is PC, so unfortunately I can't use it.
Try Mambo Open source I think that has a reservations componant!
If you're on windows, the usual choice is either php/mysql or ASP/MS Access. Since room reservation usually requires Credit card number for booking charges/cancellation, security is a must, you need at least SSL (https:) on the reservation module. The site I utilize the most that involves reservation - www.airasia.com is userfriendly & fast. Your client wont actually need payment gateway unless there'll be transactions involved. It seems to me that you'll only need credit card validation module. As for templates try looking at 4guysfromrolla, asp101 or myphp. Good luck.
