How to build a web application

[pachjo]

Hi, posted here as I did not know which was the best forum to post in!

If I wanted to learn how to develop a web application which is the best path to take?

Do I use ASP.NET, XML, etc etc

Do I need a server running at home to put my application on or can I go to one of these web hosting sites and post it on there?

Thanks

 

[Paszt]

The technology you use to build a website will depend on many things (the function of the website, your abilities and experience, ...). Of course I prefer ASP.NET but some other (crazy) people prefer PHP.

It is possible to host a website from your personal computer at home but there are several factors to consider: do you have a static IP? (most likely not, but you can use a dynamic IP service many of which are free); is your connection always on? (even some cable connections are closed by the ISP when not active)

The best solution to be able to always connect to the website would be to use a web hosting company. Some are free and most are very low cost for shared hosting. Again this depends on the function of your website.