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Please note that I can no longer support this project. Primarily as it is designed for vb3.0.x and I no longer use that version (im obviously on vb3.5x ). There is a version for vb3.5 however its a commercial script. This project is left here for the community. ----------------------- HowdA All. The GAS3 system is a comprehensive article system that completely integrates into vB3. News:
Originally, I looked into other article systems to integrate with my forums but just got irritated over and over again as I found the other offering out there very limiting for my needs. I wanted to use my members usergroup permissions, the search facility (so when someone did a search for 'bob' both articles AND threads appeared on one page), I also wanted wysiwyg editing and vBs attachment system. Well, I accomplished 99% of my needs with the Geek Article System 2.0 Why 3.0? While the 2.0 was fine for my needs, many users began asking for a far more complex system that took the beauty of 2.0 and added popular features in the other article systems. Here are the features in a nutshell:
Change log 13.05.05 - updated to 3.52 All this does is update GAS for the GAL4.0 integration. To update, simply replace your existing functions_geekarticles.php with the one in the latest package. 18.3.05 - updated to 3.51 This really just fixes a couple of mega minor bugs. Added new default icon per forum functionality (see readme) Wrote a real README. Wrote a seperate 3.5x upgrade script. Users of 3.5x should run admincp/gas3_upgrade.php 16.3.05 - updated to 3.50 Loads of new features and a new installer that makes the file changes for you. New forumdisplay Uploading of images for your header Synopsis box yadayadayda 10.2.05 - updated to 3.02 Fixed typo in readme (step 2.6 referenced $articlebyline instead of $GAS_byline). This bug fixes the disappearing byline when editing an article. To upgrade - edit your editpost template and search for $articlebyline then replace it with $GAS_byline Importers I have made an importer for v3articles. Technically speaking, you dont have to strictly have GAS3 installed to use the importer (though it is ideal). What it does is essentailly import v3articles, comments, ratings, and attachments into existing forums as new threads, replies, threadratings, and post attachments. The idea is that you install GAS3, create the forums to house your articles, and then import your existing v3articles into them (but as I said, you can simply import v3articles into normal forums without having GAS3 installed). There is also a rollback feature in case you change your mind or experience a problem with the import. Your v3articles installation isnt touched. In fact, no v3articles are harmed in the process Known issues:
http://www.thenailgeek.com/showthread.php?t=11287 http://www.thenailgeek.com/showthread.php?t=8801 - pages with comments (click View Comments to see comments only) Difficulty - EASY Time - about 5 minutes File modifications? a few but now all done automatically for you Change log: Updated to 3.01 Feb 7th Fixed a couple template errors and minor readme instructions Instructions Click install. I have busted my butt over the past few weeks to do this and all I ask is that you click install if you use it
I would therefore backup your DB, your styles, and any of the files the README asks you to change. nJoy Show Your Support
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I am just installing this hack, and I haven't used it yet, but I just wanted to comment on how awesome it is you took the time to make such convenient code. Commenting out the original version and keeping it included is perhaps the best thing since sliced bread. Makes things a lot easier for me. This code is very well done, and the install instructions are great.
Also I like the bit of humor you threw into the install.php Thanks |
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Great hack, im just in the process of adapting the style slightly, is there anyway to limit (resize) the image attachments added without using thumbnails?
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when will you release the new version? Any estimated date?
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I *love* the GAS3. It has made our forums a lot better. Thanks Geek. Can't wait for the next version.
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Chrissy - the only real way of doing it is to fub the img tag to force a particular size. Personally, I wouldnt bother as its a bit of a lame way of doing it. If you can chill for a few - the next verison allows the user to upload their own header image that you can specify the size to (you can also use the first thumbnail as you do now). The new release isnt set yet. Its in Beta testing and there are a few more issues to work out (I have just been really busy with work lately). Fingers crossed it shouldnt be too much longer. Do me a favour and click the install button for those that havent yet |
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I'm impressed with this, especially from what I've seen from your demo. I'm really looking forward to it. |
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Great mod, I love it. However I wonder if it's possible to select to display the sidebar and related options on an individual forum basis? And if not, would it be possible to request this as a feature? The reason I ask is that I wish to use two forums for articles - where one is a news forum (the articles are displayed on my homepage) and the other an actual articles forum.
It'd be a shame if I can't do this, the article/comments format is perfect for both tasks. If you want to have a look, my website is at http://mousepotato.org (I haven't yet created the articles forum) Thanks |
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Blank templates usually means that the templates were not installed. Just repeat the installation and install the templates only.
Sidebar options per forum is planned for the release following the next one The reason being is that version 4 - each setting will be on a per forum basis - this isnt in the up and coming version though. To work around it, why not just put a conditional in your article_pb template. something like <if condition="$forumid!=[newsid]">...</if> around the sidebar bit? HTH's |
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Yup sounds like a plan. I've only had vBulletin installed for a day, so I'm getting used to how it works and what I can do with it. I'll use the conditional for now and wait with baited breath for the uber version
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