RE: [PHP3] Re: [PHP Template] Template Discussion

I have reverse engineer the template engine from fast template which was excellent except been slow. It included integration with PHPlib and added HTML FORM based control class. I am hoping from my work experience I can offer my 2 cents... Here are some of the conclusion that I gathered from creating a template system 1. Sophisticated template engine will be slow so try to cache the content the does not need to be dynamicly generated everytime and have appropriate expiration time/rule with manual override. It work really well with drop down and message board. 2. it is a good idea to integrate xml/xsl model into php to define template components. Looking at each style as an object. StyleObject :) To enhance the ability to create smart style component that work with your business logics. 3. Designer need to have 110% control over every little looks and feel. That is include any "<br>" tags. So make the Tag flexible and work your template "tag" or component from the perspective of a web designer. Attempt to offer them the maximum flexibility in their design is my first priority when design the template tags. cheng