I'm a new user and extremely pleased with the XOOPS design and wealth of quality modules, however, I'm struggling with a fundamental structural question regarding category-specific module blocks.

For example, if I wanted to create a custom page for a specific department, say "Development". Ideally, I'd liked to have a static intro paragraph coupled with say blocks of news, events, downloads, etc. that are specific to the Development Department on this single page.

I realize that there are modules that provide the ability to generate articles that can be published as blocks within custom pages (this would work for my static copy). However, what I'm really looking for is the ability to show category-specific module blocks (i.e.: recent News, Downloads, Events. etc. that contain "Development-specific" items) within this "Development" custom page.

- Is it possible to modify a block's code to display a filtered or category-specific set of content? i.e.: on a 'Development' custom page, could I show a block of recent "Development" news and say a block of recent "Development" downloads (I have categories already set-up for both of these) as opposed to just showing the typical blocks that are available like "Recent News" and "Recent Downloads".

Any tips/suggestions on how to accomplish this would be greatly appreciated. And thanks in advance for your patience in dealing with a new user...