moley

Does it need to be a new DB table or can i use the members from the login/register DB and add the member_data along with the private_messages? Also, what would the member_data field be used for?

For the messaging system between members, how would I go about starting to code the script that would allow them to message between themselves?

What I would like is a little point in the right direction in order to know how to start developping these parts on my own.

I have been getting into PHP recently and have started a little 'social network' project to learn from and test my development. So far I've gotten my head around the MYSQL and login/registration scripts as well as denoting certain pages for logged in members as opposed to the home page (for example) that everyone can see. The problem I now have is with the accounts, I know what I want but I haven't a clue on how to code what it is I am wanting, nor the knowledge of where to start. It's the basic things such as; Inboxes and messaging system, forums, friends guestbooks, blogs, videos pictures etc..