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juno44444
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#1 · Posted: 9 Dec 2007 03:03
I recently was searching for a good website design software. I found "Coffee Cup" and I am super-impressed. It is less than $50 but there's also a functional free version (without WYSIWYG) and a month-long free trial.
Has anyone else had good/bad experiences with website builders, particularly for those of us who can't yet afford Dreamweaver but aren't code experts?
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happywife
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#2 · Posted: 11 Dec 2007 00:18
I was thinking about using a website design software when I started my first site. I have the option of using SBI's blockbuilder or uploading my own html.
I have Frontpage and I tried Coffee Cup's free version, but I'm embarrassed to say that they are both over my head. I need really easy to follow step by step guides, particularly in video format - ha ha.
I bet if I could look over someone's shoulder for a week or so, I'd have it down pat. Such is life.
Anyway, I decided to stick with the SBI blockbuilder. I've learned a little bit of code to make the blockbuilder a bit smoother and easier to work with for me, but it is too easy to just keep using what works.
Perhaps I'll meet someone locally who is already an old pro at web design and can give me a live tutorial.  Until then, I guess I'll keep my training wheels on. 
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juno44444
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#3 · Posted: 11 Dec 2007 01:18
I used to use Ewisoft till I learned enough to use Coffee Cup. Ewisoft works for a total beginner but has definite limitations.
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pcwork
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#4 · Posted: 11 Dec 2007 09:56
I now use a text editor, it takes some time but code is much cleaner
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mywirebiz
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#5 · Posted: 11 Dec 2007 11:35
Do we have anything that is free web design software for me start with? At least to have a feel of how to design web page before going for paid and more advance software.
Many Thanks.
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Les
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#6 · Posted: 11 Dec 2007 14:26
There is a great free WYSIWYG website builder called NVU. It's better than FrontPage or Dreamweaver because it's totally free.
Put nvu into Google or see my signature to get it.
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freebird658
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#7 · Posted: 11 Dec 2007 22:54
I use NVU to design and build all our websites..I think it is very user friendly. And yes its FREE. Theres some great tutorials out on NVU too
If you can't find them I have them somewhere on my computer..just shoot me a pm if you want a copy. And if you can't afford photoshop theres a great free image and graphics editor call Gimp and it does the same things as you can do in photoshop.
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stacy
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#8 · Posted: 12 Dec 2007 11:46
I purchased one for around $50 called WebEasyPro. It's pretty simple and can do a lot. I've never used the others, so I cannot compare but I know that I was completely new to building websites and now I love it. The publishing process is a little tedious with this software, but that may be true with all of them, I don't know. I used it to build my HiddenCreekCavaliers website for my puppies.
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DG1970
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#9 · Posted: 21 Dec 2007 05:24
Hi All,
This is my first post, so I hope it will be useful to you.
NVU was great in it's time, but is no longer being developed. Anyone searching would be better looking for "Kompozer", which is a bug fix version of NVU being maintained by an enthusiast. Kompozer is also open source, so you do not have to pay for it.
I now almost exclusively use a piece of software called XsitePro, which is really easy to use and builds decent looking sites really quickly. Xsitepro is not free, but is at least half what you would expect to pay for dreamweaver.
The link in my signature points to my own resource site (built using XsitePro) and contains some useful reviews and videos to help users
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dmitch31
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#10 · Posted: 5 Mar 2008 00:41
Check out weebly.com. It's totally free, easy to use, has lots of templates, and allows you to design really good looking websites fast. After you're finished, it allows you to download your site as a zip file for uploading to your webhost. Or, you can host your site for free at weebly as well. Definitely worth giving a look at if you are looking for something free.
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zeropoint
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#11 · Posted: 18 Mar 2008 13:42
I like www.how-to-build-websites.com newsletter ,good info for a newbie like myself.
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dmitch31
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#12 · Posted: 20 Mar 2008 15:08
DG1970: . Xsitepro is not free, but is at least half what you would expect to pay for dreamweaver.
DG, how much is XSitePro? I don't even know what DreamWeaver costs, so I can't begin to do the math. Would you say it is worth the price for the average user?
This Komposer software sounds interesting to me. I think I'll check it out. Thanks for the tip.
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#13 · Posted: 30 Mar 2008 11:38 · Edited by: Richdan
I tried Dreamweaver and Frontpage and NVU. Then I found Website X5 Evolution from Incomedia. They offer a free trial. It's really easy for someone whos never built a site before.
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#14 · Posted: 21 Apr 2008 12:50
I am a huge fan of Dreamweaver. I have been using it for years and have seen it progress dramatically. As far as cost, I understand that the program is not practical for everyone. I have heard a lot of good things about Kompozer (which used to be Nvu).
I think your choice of editor/program all depends on your experience level and what you are looking to do.
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jayatd
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#15 · Posted: 21 Apr 2008 13:17
i use singcat.com very good for service and good quality design.
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onlinebusiness
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#16 · Posted: 5 May 2008 04:47
notepad 
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zeropoint
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#17 · Posted: 6 May 2008 20:07
I agree, Notepad but with w3schools.com tutorial.
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salsten
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#18 · Posted: 12 Jul 2008 09:05
Go try a place called blinkweb.com...build free websites. no coding required
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johntanyishin
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#19 · Posted: 12 Jul 2008 13:20
I'll recommend NVU for starters, it's easy to use and it's free.
JTYS
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Seth
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#20 · Posted: 23 Jul 2008 20:10
For me the best is ADOBE DREAMWEAVER
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