Resource websites are easy to launch, easy to maintain and good for search engines. You can practically take any topic and create a one-stop-shop for users who take interest in that particular subject. Resources for topics such as conferences, certifications, forums, guides, blogs, magazines, etc. are all categories that are easy to research and compile for website content.

A couple of working examples that I have is PHP.TiaWood.com (in development at the time of this article) which serves as a personal resource for myself but organized in a way that other developers can benefit from my cliff notes. ZyraQuest.com is a resource site for Second Life with user help articles (SL has a high learning curve) and teleport links to pre-visited landmarks.

The concept of a directory or resource site isn't new but the delivery can be presented in a way that is fresh and interesting to the user. For instance, I started creating my directories with visual references to the website and their related videos which you can see here and here. I do not want to present boring text but provide a visual reference to the resource while encouraging the user to slow down and browse.

It is helpful to be somewhat familiar with the subject you are developing. Try to think of hard to find information or tips & tidbits your audience will be interested in and then categorize to fit those needs, not necessarily the information itself. Finally, think of ways this information can be presented in a unique fashion that will slow down your user and create more value within your resource site.

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