Hello,

Ok, fist I would create a database mySQL to store the data. One table will be topics should id and topicName fields. If you whant sub topics create a table subtopics id, topicName, subtopicName fields. Then create a table resposes with id,topicName,subtopicName, and respose field. Now create a login system to login with username. Then you whant a page that displays links of all topics that goes to subtopics. Just

$sql = “SELECT * FROM topics”;
$result = mysql_query($sql,$con);

while($row = mysql_fetch_array($result)) {
echo “

There are a dozen open sources forums available online already (a Google search for “PHP forum” listed at least 4 on the first page).

There’s no point re-creating the wheel. Start with a forum that is well established, then customise it to your specific needs. This will save you time and money.

I would suggest you to use some open source ready made forum software packages that are available:

You can also check for tips and tricks.

yes, you should use an open source forum - already working, tested and with good support.
Try this: - it is mostly popular open source forum. It’s easy for install, configure and maintenance.

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