Need help with web dev idea.

[y0y0y0]

I want to create a website where users can "register" and have access to type one page of whatever info they choose. What platform would you suggest and what would be the simplest way to do this. Would a "blogging" program be the best bet? If so, can you suggest a free one that would be implemented easily? Also, would it be best to use a CMS such as Joomla to do this on? Thanks.

[Alan]

It's hard to say as you have given very little information.

1. What skillsets do you have with regards software engineering and web application development (e.g. languages, frameworks etc.)?
2. What features does the application require? Anything special about them? You mentioned a registration system and allowing a user to view a page containing a variety of info. Where do you want this info to come from (e.g. XML documents, flat files, database system, external cache etc.) and how is it being displayed (e.g. client-side widgets, portlets, full page scripts etc.).
3. What is the budget for the project, deadline and how much functionality does it require? i.e. Do you need mostly premade scripts as you don't have an experienced developer on board or would you like to create a lot of custom features from scratch.

Lots to talk about.

If you do decide to go with a premade CMS (such as Joomla), be aware of the pros and cons in the long run.