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Geek Article System 2.0 (lite) · **Released**: 12-12-2004

This hack is a simple and effective (but lighter) version of the very popular Geek Article System 3.0 .
This is actually the first Geek Article System which I still support as it offers people who dont need all the whistles and bells of the larger version (multipage, sidebar, bylines) in a far simpler nutshell.

The key reason for me crating GAS was that I wanted my articles (I also use them as tutorials) to be searchable and reside within the Froums. So I made this simple hack. It may not be all singing and dancing, but I think it can moonwalk with the best of them.

Difficulty to install: A cinch
Time to install: ~5 minutes (if that)
Installer: yup

UPDATE v.2c (17/01/2004)
Fixed rouge phrase that didnt install right.

UPDATE v.2 (04/01/2004)
Removed some left over html in geek_postbit_article that was for my style. The extra HTML that was in there may wack out your layout a touch.
Added a missing phrase (geek_articles_rate_this_article)
Installs either English or French phrases (thanks to cclaerhout)

UPDATE V. 2 (03/01/2004)
Added 2 more templates: showthread and forumdisplay variants (though these are much more subtle... mostly phrase changes
Added a couple of buttons (comments and new article)
Grouped phrases into their own lot

UPDATE V. 1.5 (14/12/2004)
Creted a Zip file with installer and ReadMe
Phrased the postbit.
Thats about it.

nJoy

acrimony · #42 12-14-2004, 01:43 AM

Is there anyway to modify this hack to have multiple pages? I would much rather have multiple pages than just a single LONG text.

The Geek · #43 12-14-2004, 02:55 AM

good idea. It is doable but would require a lot more coding and hacking. I have already started to put on my thinking cap to enhance this much more than it already is. I try to use the underlying vB system as much as possible so it doesnt make such an impact to installs and upgrades and that makes me hesitant to make 'uprooting' changes.
When I get closer to fleshing out a heavier version to this one, ill post it as a seperate hack as I think this one will fullfill the vast majority of user needs.

Cheap and cheerful. Thats me

vau7 · #44 12-14-2004, 03:23 AM

Thank you, now i can see it. Beautiful!

spence2 · #45 12-14-2004, 03:49 AM

Thank you!!! Easy install and alterations ... just great.

I'm using your hack as the basis for lots of types of articles, including sermons. I found that I could use this hack to create categories (in drop down menu). And by using this post to hack a little deeper, I was able to pre-populate the entry form with some details I wanted my users to enter.

I've added some screenshots to clarify.

Thanks again for creating and sharing your work!

The Geek · #46 12-14-2004, 04:46 AM

Thats quite cool Spence2. Good 'complimenting' of other hacks.

Guy G · #47 12-14-2004, 08:12 AM

Very good hack really.

also may i add your forum as a really beautifull design...

The Geek · #48 12-14-2004, 12:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Zorobz

Very good hack really.

also may i add your forum as a really beautifull design...

Cheers Zorobz!

The design was a lot of hard work by Alex (directpixel). I think it paid off quite well!

The Geek · #49 12-14-2004, 12:49 PM

New update!

I have just phrased the bits of text that were in the custom postbit and I included an installer for the package.

Really only update if you want the phrases or the mega cool installation script.

boo.3 · #50 12-14-2004, 04:06 PM

nice job man!

Zachariah · #51 12-14-2004, 04:16 PM

Is there a multi-page option ? Many articles have 5-10 pages. 1 huge post blows.

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