Writing PHP "Modular"

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Hi all,

Sorry if this sounds vague.

I am thinking of writing a basic community webpage. I would like to make it in modules, so that I can add more as I go along. I have no idea how to do this, or if it is even possible. All my scripts have been self contained, only changing depending on the POST or GET vars given to it. To make it modular I assume I would need some kind of interface, like a API. Does anyone have any advice that could help me/point me in the right direction.

I have been given advice about if ( GET['whatever'] ) include this, but I am not sure this will do what I am thinking about.

If you need more info let me know

[zingbats]

well, what specific area do you need help with?

It is a big project

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The design. I know that is a big part. I don't want this done for me, I just want to be pushed in the right direction. I would like it so for example I build a forum module, it goes allows u to state ie 5 threads viewable from homepage, rest of it here. Later make a poll module. As I said I am not sure if it can be done. I can write a forum or a poll, just not sure if I can do it in this way.

[zingbats]

well, ICT coursework has taught me to make a list of everything you want at first. What the menus should contain etc. Then make your design on paper. see how it goes. Colours are whatever u want rlly