Opinion on best client interface
Posted: Thu Jun 05, 2008 7:48 am
I'm developing an internet-based entertainment application using php and mySQL for teens and young adults. Not video games with graphics or anything like that, but closer to a social network. Right now, I generate HTML using php. I'm trying to decide on a client interface based on (a) how it looks/behaves (Web 2.0 vs. other), (b) how easy it is to maintain, and (c) the compatability with MSIE, Firefox and maybe other browsers. The choices for the client interface are:
(1) the current HTML (some larger icons included with text)
(2) HTML, plus some Javascript for menu interactivity/non-repainting of screens
(3) HTML with IFrames (not sure if these are desirable given potential hacking risk)
(4) Flash (nice interactivity but a lot of overhead to create/update - unless there is a RAD tool for Flash)
(5) not sure I want to go the AJAX route at this point, probably not necessary
I'd appreciate any experienced person's advice on this. Thanks!
(1) the current HTML (some larger icons included with text)
(2) HTML, plus some Javascript for menu interactivity/non-repainting of screens
(3) HTML with IFrames (not sure if these are desirable given potential hacking risk)
(4) Flash (nice interactivity but a lot of overhead to create/update - unless there is a RAD tool for Flash)
(5) not sure I want to go the AJAX route at this point, probably not necessary
I'd appreciate any experienced person's advice on this. Thanks!