This is part 3 of my series on learning Joomla. Here we're going to focus on getting aquainted with the basic features, layout, and structure of Joomla. If you've already installed Joomla, you're ready to go.

The Joomla Community Builder (CB) plugin for Interspire Email Marketing (IEM) is an amazing piece of software.  Interspire Email Marketer creates, sends, and tracks large email marketing campaigns and autoresponders. And this Joomla plugin allows people to build lists in IEM while building a Joomla community.

This is Part 2 of my series on learning Joomla. In this post I'm going to get you started in the wonderful world of Joomla. But instead of just jumping in headfirst, we're going to take more of a leisurely stroll into the waters.

Online communication has never been more important nor has it ever been easier to do.  Whether it is for a business professional or just a one of the millions participating on social networking sites like Facebook or Twitter, having a solid communication platform is essential for voicing our opinions.  

Do you manage a business directory? Do you need people to be able to find your stores?

The new Joomla Store Locator extension uses the power of Google Maps to allow visitors to seek and view specific store locations via Google Maps.  The Store Locator extension grants visitors the ability to identify an unlimited amount of store locations in Joomla’s administration back-end.  With this Joomla Store Locator component, one can specify stores, businesses, wineries, etc. The sky is the limit!