SiteBuilder X v2.0
Last Minute Information

Version 2.0 updates support files. An Open from web command has also been added to the File menu. You can open a web page directly into SiteBuilder X.

Introduction

SiteBuilder X is a HTML authoring tool designed for Rapid Site Development. The program was designed to give web authors an environment where they can quickly edit and create web pages, while maintaining a site oriented approach to HTML. Featuring a built in Windows Explorer™ window, SiteX makes inserting links, images, scripts, audio and video as easy as Drag and Drop.

Although some HTML authoring tools are included, the programs main focus is site development. This program does not assume your an idiot. You would be best to have some knowledge of the HTM-Language. If you are just starting out with HTML then I suggest downloading Microsofts HTML Authors Reference(links), a great help file no HTMLer should be without. Once you learn basic syntax Tag Popups will show tag reference as you type. So you'll never have to leave the HTML editor to go looking for the help file.

Requirements
Minimum:
  • 486 25mhz
  • 4megs RAM
  • 16 color display
  • Mouse Pointing device, with right button
  • Windows 95
  • Visual Basic Support Files

    • Recommended:
  • Pentium 100+mhz
  • 16 megs RAM
  • True or High Color display

    • This program has not yet been tested on Windows NT. I am positive it will not run on NT 3.5. If you have any information about NT 4.0 please contact me.

     Samples

    If you installed the sample application during setup you'll notice that 5 JavaScripts, some basic HTML, and a Style Sheet was added to your system. You can use any of the source within these documents as long as you do it with SiteBuilder X. Below is a list of sample HTML pages installed.

    Creative Marquee's
    A small example of how you can breath life into microsoft's marquee, instead of just scrolling from one end to the other.
    Site Navigator
    Ever wanted a combo-box site navigator, without CGI. This sample shows how you can easily create one with JavaScript.
    Cookies
    Add customization to your Web Site with cookies. It's simple to make a personal hit counter or store information using JavaScript.
    Style Sheets
    Shows how you can take control of your Web Page with Style Sheets. (This page uses style sheets also)
    Links

    Below you'll find a few vital links. I urge you not to delete this readme file, for the simple reason that if something goes wrong you can probably solve the problem by clicking one of the following links.

    The SiteBuilder X, Web Site
    Download the latest version, contact Bending Light Productions and find some great links on the way.
    Visual Basic Support Files
    If you don't already have the support files then you can't run SiteBuilder X. These files do not come with the program because most people already have them. The file is rather large(2MG) so it saves those who already have the files alot of time.
    If you're having problems with SiteBuilder X, download and install these support files. This solves 90% of problems.
    SiteBuilder X
    You can always download the latest version of this program from the link above. I suggest checking every 2 to 3 weeks, if you're interested in the program.
    Download or View the Microsoft Internet Explorer 3.0 Author's Guide and HTML Reference
    This help file, compiled by microsoft, is a blessing. It doesn't go into the ethics or How-To's of creating Web Pages, it simply gives a list of every TAG supported by Internet Explorer and each of it's paramaters. A must have for any serious HTMLer.
    Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.0
    I personally prefer IE to Netscape. I know I will lose customers just for saying that but, it's true. If you haven't checked out IE yet then at least give it a try. I was once a dedicated Netscape user, and it took me a while to adjust, but IE is quite a bit more powerful then Netscape(I never said faster).

    Registration

    Last but not least, I would like to ask you to register this program. The registration fee for a single user license is $20.00(twenty US dollars). If you are licensing this program for use in business then you are asked to pay $35.00 (thirty five US dollars). You can purchase this program by sending check or money order payable to Bending Light Productions, or by cash. I have no method of registering via credit card yet, but this may be soon to come.
    When you register you benefit in the following ways.

  • Free upgrades to every new version.
  • 10 more JavaScripts and 5 Dynamic HTML samples.
  • Tech. Support

    • How to register

    Open the register.doc included with this program in WordPad. Print it and fill in the required information. The only part of the form you have to fill out is your name/company. You will be prompted to enter that name/company and the license key when you register the program. It would also be wise to enter your email address so I can send your registration key as soon as possible. Enclose the printed form and your payment in an envelope and send it to the following address.

    Bending Light Productions
    3341 Board Drive.
    Cuyahoga Falls, OHIO
    44223
    United States America

    When I recieve the registration form I will quickly send the license key and additional files via email. Please allow 2 working business days for check validation.
    NOTE: Please make checks payable to Bending Light Productions



       Thanks again for trying SiteBuilder X,
          Bending Light Productions.