hi, im new to php and mysql, i was wondering, should i make my tables and data with php scripts adding them to the database like that, or should i just go into the administration panel and add the tables and data from there? any help greatly appreciated. it seems like doing a php script adding everything is tedious but is that the right way? thanks. derek

note: the tutorial is having me add all of my info to the mysql database via scripts.

Make everything from the admin panel.

depends!

If it is a one time install, creating the tables would be simplest.

great thanks very much. long time no see chris!! you were the one who showed me how to layout my first contact form! thanks .derek