Richard 10100 Posted July 24, 2017 Share Posted July 24, 2017 Hi, Unfortunately things went tits up a few years ago and as such I gave up with my websites. I now want to get back into it. I was previously using version 2.2 (pretty sure anyway!) on many websites. Rather than go back to this version although it would be easier for me i want to dive straight into the bootstrap version from what I've read. Is there any pointers anyone has for starting back out and using this new version? Anything I need to know or any articles/posts I should read that could be of use just to save me time etc. Used to use this forum abit and contributed to the add-ons where possible and would love to get back into it like I was before!! Many thanks for reading!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frankl Posted July 24, 2017 Share Posted July 24, 2017 @Richard 10100 The biggest difference is that we try to make addons which don't touch the core code. Sometimes difficult, but in the long run it makes life so much easier. osCommerce user since 2003! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack_mcs Posted July 24, 2017 Share Posted July 24, 2017 Richard 10100 Most of the layout changes are done in the admin now and the appearance can be altered with the use of css. This thread may help with the latter. Support Links: For Hire: Contact me for anything you need help with for your shop: upgrading, hosting, repairs, code written, etc. All of My Addons Get the latest versions of my addons Recommended SEO Addons Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard 10100 Posted July 24, 2017 Author Share Posted July 24, 2017 Thank you!! I will read that post in the morning am sure it'll be useful! Another question is what software do you use on your computer as a server simulator? (Really don't know what it's called, I did used to use a really good one but can't remember the name!) So I can install osCommerce on my computer without installing it on a "real server". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bonbec Posted July 24, 2017 Share Posted July 24, 2017 @Richard 10100 I use uWamp with my windows 8.1 with OsC 2.2 since 2006 ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard 10100 Posted July 24, 2017 Author Share Posted July 24, 2017 Thanks bonbec. I managed to find the one I used to use which is EasyPHP so will give that another try and see how I get on again Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frankl Posted July 25, 2017 Share Posted July 25, 2017 @Richard 10100 If you already have a domain and web hosting it may be easier to use a test directory on there for your new osCommerce installation. osCommerce user since 2003! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Cole Posted July 25, 2017 Share Posted July 25, 2017 @Richard 10100 Richard I agree with Frank on this. IMO it is far better to test and develop on the environment you'll end up running. You be focus on real problems that way and won't be chasing unnecessary ones. BTW, welcome back. Dan Need help? See this thread and provide the information requested. Is your version of osC up to date? You'll find the latest osC community version (CE Phoenix) here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard 10100 Posted July 25, 2017 Author Share Posted July 25, 2017 Thanks for the advice at the minute I don't have a hosting package but I will have next week and will move onto this once I have got it, just for this first week-10 days I'll use localhost. Thanks for the welcome back! I've always liked osCommerce, the package is great, add-ons are awesome and the forum has sound people and sound advice it's a great community!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard 10100 Posted July 25, 2017 Author Share Posted July 25, 2017 I'll be digging out all my old stuff later, mainly my list of things to install on a fresh install that way I can I can work on that and then have a good copy and paste version with good add-ons on a basic install for use on multiple websites which saved me so much time last time! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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