DNN Skins-New concept in CMS
Author: IDS Logic
Category: Internet
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DotNetNuke (DNN) is an open source content management system (CMS) which is used to build custom Web sites and Web applications. DotNetNuke has two important functionalities - DotNetNuke skins and DotNetNuke modules. DotNetNuke skin allows Web site designers to create an appealing layout and design to the Web site. In a skin conversion, graphics or working HTML templates are converted into DotNetNuke skins and containers. With the help of relevant skin tokens and content panes, any non-flash Web site template can be converted into DotNetNuke skin.
DotNetNuke skin consists of an HTML layout, along with placeholders for content, menu and other features. HTML is the most convenient platform to use various tools to create and manage the skins. Placeholders separate the skin object from the static markup. Skin objects help in creating dynamic user interface. Objects are part of the static HTML markup of the skin file. Some of the standard skin objects offer functionalities such as login, status and navigation.
DotNetNuke skin also includes support files such as images, style sheets and Java Script. These offer endless opportunities for customizing a Web site. While the layout remains static, designers can change the overall appearance of the Web site. For example, with style sheets, Web designers can make changes to fonts, colors and styles. Skins can also be used to customize user interface. Also they can inject content modules through content panes.
DotNetNuke skinning is gaining popularity because of the flexibility it offers to Web site designers. Being open-source software, DotNetNuke is the most affordable option available to you. The DotNetNuke skinning is widely used to create better visual impact for the Web site and hence better customer interaction. The simple user interface further increases the usability of the applications.
The DotNetNuke Skin framework offers more than 50 DotNetNuke skins for developers. With the help of these, they are designing attractive designs for their Web site. The best thing about DotNetNuke skin is that developers who do not have in-depth knowledge in ASP.NET also can work on DotNetNuke skins. Apart from these, there are several other readymade templates available from other sources.
The method of skinning is popular among Web sites that look to upgrade their layouts without spending a huge amount on it.
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Keywords: dotnetnuke, dotnetnuke skin developers, DotNetNuke skins, Outsourcing Services
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Date Submitted: 5/26/2009
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