Project Overview
Project Name: Trending.ph
Launch Date: April 2014
Website: Trending.ph
Role: Owner & Publisher (Web Manager, SEO, Web Developer & Designer)
Trending.ph is a media and entertainment website that features articles, listicles, events, and multimedia content. As a social community platform, it shares the latest trending stories, news, places, and events. The platform connects audiences from different regions by delivering engaging and shareable content.
Project Brief
Trending.ph was developed as a personal project to create a social-driven media and entertainment blog that brings trending news and events to a wider audience. The website focuses on providing relevant and viral content across multiple categories, catering to users in the Philippines, Canada, and the USA. It serves as a community hub where users can explore and engage with the latest happenings.
Features and Functionality
- Trending News & Articles: Covers the latest stories in entertainment, lifestyle, and current events.
- Listicles & Opinion Pieces: Engaging content designed for social sharing.
- Events & Announcements: Highlights notable events across different regions.
- Multimedia Content: Supports images, videos, and infographics to enhance storytelling.
- Community Engagement: Enables users to interact, comment, and share stories.
- SEO-Optimized Structure: Designed for maximum visibility and audience reach.
Design & Development
- Built from Scratch: Developed as a fully functional WordPress CMS website.
- Technology Stack:
- WordPress CMS – Flexible and scalable content management system.
- MySQL – Reliable database management for storing content.
- PHP 8.2 – Ensures optimal performance and security.
- cPanel (Webhost) – Manages hosting and website operations efficiently.
- DigitalOcean Spaces – Cloud object storage for media files and backups.
Impact & Success
- Expanding Audience Reach: Engages readers from the Philippines, Canada, and the USA.
- Community-Driven Content: Encourages user interaction and social sharing.
- Growing Digital Presence: Increasing website traffic and audience engagement.
- Diverse Content Offering: Covers a broad range of topics, appealing to various demographics.
Future Enhancements
- User-Generated Content: Allowing users to contribute stories and media.
- Expanded Multimedia Features: Enhancing video and interactive content capabilities.
- Mobile App Integration: Developing a mobile-friendly application for seamless browsing.
- Localized Content Expansion: Increasing regional coverage and community involvement.
Conclusion
Trending.ph stands as a vibrant social community blog, connecting audiences through trending and engaging content. With continuous updates and user-focused enhancements, it remains a valuable digital platform for entertainment, news, and community-driven stories.