Is there one resource where you can stay on top of developments....

[OneGrassRoot]

in new platforms, new tools, new widgets, etc., etc?

Good grief, for a novice who can handle editing CSS and HTML but can't program from scratch, the list of web-based platforms to develop a site is growing daily. I know that's good and bad.

Any suggestions for websites where the new CMS platforms, social networking tools, plug-ins, widgets, etc., are discussed by those who know their stuff from a technical perspective?

[salvorhardin]

1. I'm not sure I quite know what you're looking for but...

Smashing Magazine blog is always good for web dev/design stuff.
http://www.smashingmagazine.com

Follow them on Twitter too. They'll often link to informative blog posts on other sites/blogs.
http://twitter.com/smashingmag

Twitter is a great resource for keeping up on web dev/design/tech news btw.

[OneGrassRoot]

2. Wow....looks like that's the ticket!

Thank you very much! :)