You will need to learn some sort of server side scripting language, such as php or asp. Begin from there. The Web scripting language Discussion Forum here has much resources. Check that out and post there.
Yes, you will need a database to go with it. Mysql or access. Most forums are built with php/mysql such as this one.
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