vBGarage v3.1.1 (now with GD-Lib support!)

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vBGarage v3.1.1 (now with GD-Lib support!)

Description
This hack will allow your users to create a virtual garage where they can store photos, details, etc.. about their vehicle (this can be modified to suit forums of other interests).

Latest Uploads will be displayed on Garage List.

Forum users can now leave comments in member garages.

Admin functions are available in the AdminCP.

This version contains the ability to limit access by usergroup(s). All templates are 100% XHTML Verified!

Information
Tested and developed on vB 3.0.0 Gold.

Requires
GD 2.0+ Library

Demo
http://www.sffba.net/forum/vbgarage.php?do=list (Temporary)

This hack, as like the rest of my hacks, are FREE. However, if you enjoy this hack and feel the need to donate something for my time you can do so by clicking the icon below:


*NOTE: Those who donate are explicitly granted permission to remove the "Powered by" information from the vBGarage footer.

*NOTE: When donating, please include your forum url. Thanks!

Version History
v3 - Initial release. Let's hope I don't have alot of entries here.
v3.0.1 - Added GD-Lib Support!
v3.1.0 - Added User Comments, Latest Uploads on Garage List, AdminCP Options
v3.1.1 - Added ability for Admin to "edit" users' garages. Use ImageCopyResampled(); over ImageCopyResized(); for better thumbnail quality.

Planned Features
- Multiple entries per user.
- Possible integration with Photopost/Coppermine/etc..

If you use this, please click

* Installation script by John

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UPGRADES

v3.1.0 -> v3.1.1 UPGRADE INSTRUCTIONS

v3.0.1 -> v3.1.0 UPGRADE INSTRUCTIONS

v3.0 -> v3.0.1 UPGRADE INSTRUCTIONS

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MODIFICATIONS/ADD-ONS

[high]1. Add "Who's Online" Location by magnus[/high]
[high]2. Organize Your vBGarage Templates by magnus[/high]
[high]3. Increase Thumbnail Image Quality (v3.1.1 and older) by magnus[/high]
[high]4. Alphabetize Garage List by magnus[/high]
[high]5. Add "Latest Uploads" to FORUMHOME by magnus[/high]
[high]6. EvilLS1's Timeslip Database Integration by SVTOA[/high]
[high]7. Installer/Uninstaller by Action-N[/high]
[high]8. vBulletin 3.0.5 Compatible Installer/Update by noppid[/high]

[aussiev8]

sorry typo,

yea files in the file system & links to them in the DB

[Silverstangs]

Originally Posted by cinq

Could you elaborate, Silverstangs ?

Umm, sure.... everyone has the option...... unless I am off in left field... :speechless:

• On your server, create a writeable directory.
• In AdminCP, go to attachments
• Change the storage type, choose

  Move Items from Database to File System

• Use root directory for location of file folder.
• Do the conversion
• Your done.

All of your attachments will not be a part of the db, they will be in a folder. :classic:

[Silverstangs]

I have a request, could someone come up with alittle icon that sits under the user avatar, that when clicked, will take them to that user's garage? Just like the AIM icon or online icon.

[cinq]

Originally Posted by Silverstangs

All of your attachments will not be a part of the db, they will be in a folder. :classic:

Oh....I thought you were refering to the uploaded photo attachments in the Garage hack..... lol
The above steps I know of
I am using the file system for my forum attachments too.

[cinq]

Originally Posted by Silverstangs

I have a request, could someone come up with alittle icon that sits under the user avatar, that when clicked, will take them to that user's garage? Just like the AIM icon or online icon.

Let me whip something up, post it soon.
Meanwhile, maybe someone could design a small icon that can be used as the image ?

[aussiev8]

ok silvertstang, i know of that!
but the VBGarage images stay in the database, i want them to be links in the database, and files ont he server.. so when someone uploades it uploads to the server, not the database, follow?

[oldengine]

Thumbnails should be stored in the database and the actual photo stored in the server file directory.

[speedracer68]

I guess I need GD 2.0+ Library to install the VbGarage. What is GD 2.0+ Library and how do I tell if I have it or how do I obtain it.

Thank!

[djnth]

quickie icon...

[Grant Sherwood]

Is there a way you could make the pictures they post in there non-hotlink able? I dont want to tunr hot linking off on my whole site because i use them but i dont want people uploading thier cars just so they can hotlink them to other sites.