Hello guys, i'm creating an open source, platform independent web service in Java for different gadgets ranging from Laptops to Smart Phones to Mobile Phones. It will contain TOP 10 ratings and ranking of different brands in each category. It will also contain a web service portal which web masters could implement in their web applications irrespective of the language they use. I'm calling on anyone who is interested in joining me. i"m currently in need of anyone who has experience in:-

1, Java Web Component Development (JSP & Servlets)
2, Java Web Service Development
3, A web Designer (HTML & CSS)
4, A Graphic Designer
5, A Web Administrator - To assist in things like updating the Web Site/Web Service/Fan Page Regularly
Also i'll need people who are experienced in consuming web services in PHP and ASP.NET to test the web service as we Progress

Please anyone who is interested or has any suggestion should indicate on this thread.

Ok...For those wondering where i'll be getting my data from here it is:-
Laptops:- http://computers.toptenreviews.com/laptops
Mobile Phones:- http://www.gsmarena.com/stats.php3
Smart Phones:- http://cell-phones.toptenreviews.com/smartphones

I am currently uploading the entire Project Directory @ sourceforge, when i am true i'll keep you posted

UPDATE

This is the link to the project @ sourceforge https://sourceforge.net/projects/javawebservice/

You can download the entire Netbeans.zip file unzip and deploy with glassfish.

I've created the databse using MYSQL. It contains 3 tables for laptops, smart phones and mobile phones. I have also created the web service for each category. You can edit and contribute to it in anyway you can...i'll really appreciate it. I'm currently working on the front end of the website that will be used to update the web service at regular interval.

UPDATE

I'm not too good in web design...although i've been able to do a little work but it dosen't look nice...i'll appreciate if some one will take up that role...and modify the little i've done...while i concenterate on other aspects

Any volunteer or suggestions??

Javanian: UPDATE

I'm not too good in web design...although i've been able to do a little work but it dosen't look nice...i'll appreciate if some one will take up that role...and modify the little i've done...while i concenterate on other aspects

Don;t worry about the look.. that can be fixed any time.

A-ZeD:

Don;t worry about the look.. that can be fixed any time.

yeah...i know but if it dosen't look good i might be discouraged...Thanks anyway...i wish you could contribute to the project

I would like to but......

Ok...i just thought of adding a new functionality to it. I was thinking of creating a module that will retreive data from the database and create an Excel spreadsheet with it. The excel spread sheet will then generate a bar graph/pie chart for each category and save the image as .jpg file, which will be visible in the front end. Although its quite complex i might give it a try...i hope its a good idea??...

EDIT:

A-ZeD:
I would like to but......

but what nah??

Javanian:
but what nah??

Currently contributing to a Nairaland project(https://www.nairaland.com/930302/2012-summer-code-work-commenced) and i dont want to make a commitment i can't honour.

By the way, are you using the project to learn something or because you are trying to fulfill a need?

A-ZeD:
By the way, are you using the project to learn something or because you are trying to fulfill a need?

hmmm...i intend hosting it and making it free....also i intend learning from it...thats why i invited you guys to contribute and assist me...

Javanian:
hmmm...i intend hosting it and making it free....also i intend learning from it...thats why i invited you guys to contribute and assist me...

Ok... I would help

Thanks...so what aspect are you taking up??

I program in php and vb.net so where would i fall in?
Oh by the way, i can't really do any coding until tuesday. I've got lots of work which i have to finish asap.

A-ZeD:
I program in php and vb.net so where would i fall in?
Oh by the way, i can't really do any coding until tuesday. I've got lots of work which i have to finish asap.

ok..
1, you can do the web/graphic design(front end).
2, you can help test the web service on a PHP Application when i eventually deploy it.
3, you can also give ideas on adding more functionality to it.

You can choose 1 or take all 3...i wouldn't mind

Javanian:

ok..
1, you can do the web/graphic design(front end).
2, you can help test the web service on a PHP Application when i eventually deploy it.
3, you can also give ideas on adding more functionality to it.

You can choose 1 or take all 3...i wouldn't mind

probably 2 and 3.

Ok...No probs...

More volunteers and suggestions will be appreciated...

UPDATE
I've just created a logo for it. The logo will be displayed in the web service with a link back to my web site (the front end)...what do you think guys??

I would like to help, but am not a fan of Java

Javanian: Ok...i just thought of adding a new functionality to it. I was thinking of creating a module that will retreive data from the database and create an Excel spreadsheet with it. The excel spread sheet will then generate a bar graph/pie chart for each category and save the image as .jpg file, which will be visible in the front end. Although its quite complex i might give it a try...i hope its a good idea??...

eeehmm, i thought this is for the service consumers. In my experience, just give us the data and we'll do with it as we please

Javanian: Thanks...so what aspect are you taking up??

Am proficient in PHP/SQL and all Front end stuffs(i hate front end, its a waste of my time . Except JavaScript ofcourse).
So what is left for me

spikes C:
I would like to help, but am not a fan of Java



eeehmm, i thought this is for the service consumers. In my experience, just give us the data and we'll do with it as we please

ok...No probs...i'll forget about it...

Am proficient in PHP/SQL and all Front end stuffs(i hate front end, its a waste of my time . Except JavaScript ofcourse).
So what is left for me

Please take the front end...it will really make the work faster...its just going to be a simple site...i'm sure it wont take much time...Do you accept it??

Javanian:
ok...No probs...i'll forget about it...

No pls don't, you can have multiple options and data to return. Infact i think i now understand the kind of web service you're creating, something like a javascript widget(e.g jobberman's job board service).

Meanwhile, different programmers can create libraries in their own language for accessing the web service

Javanian:
Please take the front end...it will really make the work faster...its just going to be a simple site...i'm sure it wont take much time...Do you accept it??

[size=14pt]Yes mom, am coming!!![/size]

I'll be back

spikes C:

No pls don't, you can have multiple options and data to return. Infact i think i now understand the kind of web service you're creating, something like a javascript widget(e.g jobberman's job board service).

Meanwhile, different programmers can create libraries in their own language for accessing the web service

ok...i get your point...i'll get back to it...

[size=14pt]Yes mom, am coming!!![/size]

I'll be back

is that a yes ??

Javanian:
is that a yes ??

Don't worry, it will surely be taken care of, we have so many front end guys here. I'll help too

Ok...i'm currently on mobile...when i'm on my p.c....i'll zip my web folder and upload to sourceforge...so that you and everyone can see how far i've gone...and have an idea of how its meant to look...but the design sucks...beleive me ....then you can make it look nice...

Good Morning guys, @ Spikes C and all who might be interested in the front end i have just uploaded it to sourceforge this is the link https://sourceforge.net/projects/javawebservice/files/ . The name of the file is "Website Template.zip". it doesn't look nice and its just a page. When you open it you will get an idea of what I'm looking for. @Spike c its now over to you...Please put your best in it

Any other person who is interested in doing the front end can also download it, make modifications and upload it to souceforge

Volunteers and suggestions are highly welcome

Javanian: Good Morning guys, @ Spikes C and all who might be interested in the front end i have just uploaded it to sourceforge this is the link https://sourceforge.net/projects/javawebservice/files/ . The name of the file is "Website Template.zip". it doesn't look nice and its just a page. When you open it you will get an idea of what I'm looking for. @Spike c its now over to you...Please put your best in it

Any other person who is interested in doing the front end can also download it, make modifications and upload it to souceforge

Babe you no dey go chuuch

lol...

OPINIONS
i'm left with two options on how the web service is to work

1, the web service will retreive data from the database and create tables and graphs dynamically which will then be implemented by the consumer directly in his web application
pros
- it will make work easier for both the developer and consumer
cons
- it lacks flexibility as the consumer may have something else in mind to do with the data

2, create a class library for different languages that will enable the consumer manipulate the data as he wills
pros
- it gives the consumer a lot of flexibility
cons
- it will be a tedious task for the developers writing a new class library for each language(java, PHP, ASP.NET).
- it will be a difficult task for consumers who are new to making use of external class libraries
- it will kill the idea of platform independence in the web service


which do i go for guys??