[DEVLOG] June 2024

By jannes , Jun 2, 2024 at 8:43 AM
  • jannes @jannes
    forumify Team
    Jun 2, 2024 at 8:43 AM

    forumify Development Log - June 2024

    Hello, forumify community!

    We're excited to share that May has been a remarkably productive month, with significant progress made across various areas. Here are the key updates and developments:

    New Documentation Website

    We're pleased to announce the release of our documentation website. You can now access our guides and resources at docs.forumify.net. This site is designed to help you get the most out of forumify, whether you're an admin, developer, or user. As we work towards our 1.0 stable release goal, more guides will be made available here.

    Completed Features

    Plugin Management from the Admin Panel

    We've completed the plugin management feature, allowing admins to enable or disable plugins directly from the admin panel. This addition streamlines the management of plugins and prepares us for the upcoming marketplace. The plugin management screen has also been moved from the main navigation to "Settings".

    Automatic Plugin and Platform Updates

    To make maintenance easier, we've introduced automatic updates for both plugins and the platform for minor versions. This feature ensures that your forumify instance stays up-to-date with the latest enhancements and security fixes without manual intervention.

    Improvements for Plugin Development

    We've added several improvements and helpers to accelerate plugin development. These tools and enhancements make it easier for developers to create, test, and deploy plugins, fostering a more robust plugin ecosystem.

    Mobile Responsiveness for Forum Topics

    We've made significant strides in improving mobile responsiveness for forum topics. This effort ensures that users can seamlessly interact with forum content on mobile devices. Work is still ongoing to extend these improvements to other pages.

    Profile Customizations

    We've introduced several profile customization options, including the separation of username and display name. Users can now log in with either their email or username, configurable in the admin panel. Additionally, user signatures have been added to enhance profile personalization

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    Work in Progress

    forumify Hosting

    We're working on forumify hosting, a new service that allows you to host your forumify instance with us for a reasonable price. This option is ideal for communities without a dedicated technical person, providing a hassle-free hosting solution.

    Stable Version Preparation

    Our team is diligently working on preparing for a 1.0 stable release. This involves extensive refactoring of the codebase to ensure stability and reliability. While the 1.0 release may not introduce many new features, it will solidify the existing features, ensuring that plugins developed for 1.0 remain compatible until version 2.0 in the future.

    Looking Ahead

    As we continue to build and refine forumify, your feedback remains invaluable. We're committed to creating a platform that meets your needs and exceeds your expectations. Thank you for your continued support and enthusiasm.

    Stay tuned for more updates, and don't hesitate to reach out with any questions or suggestions.