Tips on resources for moveable components

Question

Hi,

I would like to create a user interface like the iGoogle or facebook profiles where the end user can customize the layout. Move components around, resize e t c

Do you have any suggestions on resources/code examples in order to create something like that?

Answer 1

If you're using ASP.NET, as you say you are, look into something like ASP.NET Web Parts or dropthings. The codeplex site for dropthings is here.

Answer 2

http://www.codeproject.com/KB/ajax/MakingGoogleIG.aspx

http://jqueryui.com/demos/sortable/#portlets - i think it will be good starting point for pure AJAX solution.

Answer 3

Before making any decision do checkout extjs Layout Managers from the left navigation.