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**handsome rob** · 07-19-2006, 03:52 PM

Any experienced Joomla users here care to lend a helping hand?

I'm trying to determine what template/extention/module/glass slipper to use for a site I've been thinking of starting. The general theme of the site is going to be a directory of suppliers to a certain niche industry.

I need joomla to basically allow me to add these supplier listings to various categories as I receive them. The main pages for each category will show the name of each supplier, a brief blurb about them, and a hyperlink to their individual page with contact info, etc.

Any suggestions?

**sarahk** · 07-19-2006, 04:10 PM

If it's just a directory I wouldn't use Joomla, total overkill. There's a good little directory component but I found it had far too many bells and whistles and turning them off was a nightmare.

I use the free version of wsnlinks for my directories (see the vote for link in my sig) - it has templates and is totally modifiable.

I do use Joomla though and it's great - but you have to pick the right software for each job.

**handsome rob** · 07-19-2006, 06:02 PM

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Originally Posted by sarahk

If it's just a directory I wouldn't use Joomla, total overkill. There's a good little directory component but I found it had far too many bells and whistles and turning them off was a nightmare.

I use the free version of wsnlinks for my directories (see the vote for link in my sig) - it has templates and is totally modifiable.

I do use Joomla though and it's great - but you have to pick the right software for each job.

How SEO-friendly have you found wsnlinks to be?

**Atomm** · 07-19-2006, 10:10 PM

Rob,

I use Joomla for a directory site. I found the standard directory scripts to lack the content features of a CMS.

I use a Joomla component called Mosets Tree. It costs $99 and the support is terrible, but the software is great. If you can do a little HTML and PHP, you can really customize it.

Check out the Radio Station db for an example of what it can do.

Again, keep in mind, I had to work a little harder with this, but I think it's way beyond a standard Link Script.

**Hoang** · 07-20-2006, 12:06 AM

Hi Rob, you could try the Alphacontent component for Joomla which works quite well for me. It'll basically list all content from your sections/categories into a directory style page.

**handsome rob** · 07-20-2006, 09:43 AM

Thanks guys. I haven't had a chance to research any of these because my internet at home is still out from the crazy weather we've been having. Can't wait to check these suggestions out, though.

**Scribbller** · 07-20-2006, 10:25 AM

Any other suggestions on a script for directory?

**skyblue** · 07-20-2006, 11:45 AM

It depends on how complex script do you want. I worked on mosDirectory component for Joomla, but only in trial version. You could try out and if you'r satisfied, may order some.

**stanna** · 07-20-2006, 11:53 AM

Hey,

Try search www.joomlaya.com for directory or what ever. They also have over 1000 skins you might like :P

**handsome rob** · 07-21-2006, 12:45 PM

I'm very interested in Mosets Tree at this point, though not too excited about paying $100 for it. Can anyone tell me how difficult it is to edit themes/templates for Joomla? I've done lots of Wordpress and MovableType themes in the past and those were pretty easy.

**Atomm** · 07-21-2006, 08:20 PM

Rob,

It's actually quite easy once you figure out how it's put together. Going through their forums helped me figure out what I needed to know. From there, it's either HTML or PHP customization.

Heck, I even made a plugin for it by taking another plugin, cutting out what I didn't need and tweaking it slightly.

If you can do HTML and some PHP, then you will be fine.

**Otherjohn** · 07-26-2006, 12:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by handsome rob

Any experienced Joomla users here care to lend a helping hand?

I'm trying to determine what template/extention/module/glass slipper to use for a site I've been thinking of starting. The general theme of the site is going to be a directory of suppliers to a certain niche industry.

I need joomla to basically allow me to add these supplier listings to various categories as I receive them. The main pages for each category will show the name of each supplier, a brief blurb about them, and a hyperlink to their individual page with contact info, etc.

Any suggestions?

My www.rails411.com site uses joomla with www.mosets.com/tree component. I highly recommend it. Its easy to use. Heck I dont even know php and I can tweek it.