vB Links Directory 3.0

[DrkFusion]

Hi My name is keptic, I would like to state at first that I am not DrkFusion, but will be continuing his projects. I believe before he left he promised 2 hacks. Those are done.

Now onto the vB Links Directory, Arunan had given me the script to modify and release, with a stupidity on my part, I have no clue what happend to it, he has since reformated his computer.

But...we still have base files. With one day of coding both Arunan and I have been able to code the hack to what it was before.

Some of the features he had before are gone, but the progress is great, and I expect to release this on his behalf within 2 days max.

In the meantime I will be posting some screenshots.

Thank you for your understanding, and I am sorry, but it will be in the public released here within 2 days max, or even tomorow afternoon.

All of the following posts will have screenshots.

[Link14716]

I can't wait. :)

[DrkFusion]

This is the Links Directory Main Page
¬ Spelling Fixed
¬ New Design
¬ Total Amount of Links

To Come:
¬ Admin Options

[DrkFusion]

The View of the category with links
¬ New User based adding
¬ Editable By user Who added
¬ Report to Admin Option
¬ Hits
¬ Rating

To Come
¬ Admin Options
¬ Moderator Options
¬ Supermoderator Options

[DrkFusion]

Discussion of Comments
¬ User Comments All Viewed
¬ Site Summary

To Come:
¬ User Edit options of comment by owner of post
¬ Admin Options

[DrkFusion]

At this time there is no online demo, its being tested on Arunan's Local host, I will be installing onto public server later tonight. I will post links ASA I get it on.

Thanks, for now, those are the only changes made, the new advances Search will be posted soon.

The Admin Script is being redeveloped alot, to give the user the most control, I may try to get in a quick beta testing by tomorow afternoon.

[DrkFusion]

There have been major backend changes. The Database scheme is completly different, there are new tables, new fields, and many more changes. Though we will still code a update script, it will take longer than the initital Install.

[Dark_Wizard]

If you need a beat tester let me know...I was going to beta test this when DrkFusion was working on it....

[DrkFusion]

Yes Sir, I will PM You!

[d4v3r5]

i can't wait for this script either!
:banana:

[DrkFusion]

Comments are fully done, adding some extra features, I think I can get a beta out to some people by 3-5 pm.

[Dean C]

I've seen this this evening and i can assure you it's a brilliant system :)!

- miSt

[Dark_Wizard]

Originally posted by Mist
I've seen this this evening and i can assure you it's a brilliant system :)!

- miSt

I don't doubt it based on what I see in the pics and from what DrkFusion said he had originally planned...looking forward to this!

[Link14716]

I'll beta test it. :)

[DrkFusion]

I was expecting to get out a beta by 5 pm today, its 6:30pm now.

Main Features are done, here are more screenshots.

[DrkFusion]

New Category View with multiple pages

[DrkFusion]

NEW COMMENTS SYSTEM
The new Comments system, with multiple pages, no smilies support.

[DrkFusion]

POST COMMENT

[DrkFusion]

Rate Site

[DrkFusion]

New Permissions, user only able to rate site once.

[DrkFusion]

I have some good news for the people who like Arunan, as soon as he finishes exams he will be returning.

Bad news to the people who hate Arunan, as soon as he finishes his exams he will be returning.

Bad News for Arunan, Im not giving you back your account :-p

Also, all the scripting is being done on his local host, so if you wish to beta test, then please message him, if you wish you can also email me at..pure...(press the email button:-p)

Thanks,

[DrkFusion]

Dark_Wizard please AIM Arunan
Link Please AIM Arunan

Either he will tell you when the beta will start, or I will PM you the hack.

Thanks

[DrkFusion]

Admin Options
¬ The new admin settings allows you to take full control over the Links Directory.

[DrkFusion]

The Report Function has been completed.

[DrkFusion]

Report Site Function
¬ Allows any user to help out by reporting a link, they have to fill out 2 fields, one with a reason, and one which is extra comments.
¬ BBCode and Smilies are Supported

[DrkFusion]

After the Site has been reported:
¬ In the Optios Settings for the Links Directory System, the admin can specify which user receives a pm after a site as been reported.

This is how the PM will look after the user as reported the site.

[Link14716]

Originally posted by Keptic
NEW COMMENTS SYSTEM
The new Comments system, with multiple pages, no smilies support.

No smilies support? Why? :)

[DrkFusion]

We tried to get out a early beta today, but due to some unseen problems, tomorow is set for beta-testing. We still have some key things to finish up, including the Advanced Search and Admin/Super/Mod Options, and we need to develop a new form of Adding and Validating Links.

Today, we got many stuff finished, and I assure you the final release is not far. We will also be coding one for vB3 when that comes out as well.

To users who are using previous versions
Due to major database layout changes, and coding changes, immediate update will not be available with the release, but we will be developing a script that will backup your information, and then reinsert the information.

Thanks, and til tomorow!

[Craigr]

Looks great. Some neat features there.

Just installed version 2 on my site last week too. :(

Craig

[Dean C]

This is looking better by the day !

- miSt

[DrkFusion]

Today at 07:23 AM Craigr said this in Post #29 (http://www.vbulletin.org/forum/showthread.php?postid=365420#post365420)
Looks great. Some neat features there.

Just installed version 2 on my site last week too. :(

Craig

I will try to create an upgrade file for you, but you will have to remove the whole system after you run the upgrade to install v3.0.

Thanks

[DrkFusion]

First Few Betas are about to go out, the first betas do not include advanced search, and subforums

[Link14716]

Cool, although I am about to switch servers. I think I'll be able to install it though. :)

[Dark_Wizard]

Today at 04:09 PM Keptic said this in Post #32 (http://www.vbulletin.org/forum/showthread.php?postid=365750#post365750)
First Few Betas are about to go out, the first betas do not include advanced search, and subforums

Cool....I sent you a PM with the addy you can send it to...looking forward to it

[DrkFusion]

I coded in some extra features, I was not planning to include subcats with the beta, but now there is unlimited subcategories, and buttons.

Also display orders for categories.
:banana:

[DrkFusion]

New Sub Categories
I have updated the viewcategory with this new look, if there are no sub categories, it will look like the screenshot in the next post.

[DrkFusion]

New Buttons
- This Feature can be turned off in the admin panel, also if there are no sub categories it will look like this, Arunan has added TeckWizards as a test.

[DrkFusion]

As soon as I finish coding the basis of the new Admin Script I will contact the beta testers.
¬ Dark_Wizard
¬ Link
¬ Avio07
Thanks for your patience.

[Xyphen]

Hey, I am here.. Jeff, I am here, since I am on the beta list, arunan told me to confirm by posting here.

[refertech]

/me rubbing his hands together and cant wait for this great release.

:)

[DrkFusion]

Ok, I will send out betas in few minutes, as Arunan finishes up the install file. Please note that there is no uninstall feature, but will be for final release, and there is no update feature.

Thanks

[JakeC]

I know it's late in the game, but I was wondering if you may include an option to display links alphabetically? This is something that would be extremely useful for the types of links that are going in my links directory.

Also, I am running 2.0 with around a hundred links spread out over 5 categories. You mentioned an update script. What sort or time frame can we expect on this? I really don't want to have to hand-enter all of the links again. I will if I have to though. Especially if the alphabetical feature could be added.

Will you post a detailed upgrade instruction set for the slow ones like me? :D

It's great to see this hack getting the support it needs. Thanks for stepping up Keptic.

JakeC

[DrkFusion]

There is options to display the link in any order you wish in the admin panel.

The upgrade script will be made, though it will not be included with the release, due to the major changes in this script the upgrade script will have more than 5 steps, steps that will backup your information from the previous install, steps that will uninstall the previous version, and then, steps that you will run ONLY AFTER you have installed the new version. More info will be provided.

[Smoothie]

I am also running v 2. I wanted to confirm, I think you mentioned it, but will there be an uninstall script for v 2 or an upgrade script to v 3?

[DrkFusion]

Upgrade Script

.keptic

[DrkFusion]

Ok, the first few Betas are being sent out.
Both Arunan and I would like to thank Xenon for his help, and the beta testers.

I would personally like to thank Greg Fleming from Dark Project Studioes for giving us permission to redistribute some of his icons with this script. Please make sure all his copyright information stay intact.

Thank You!

[DrkFusion]

Can all beta testers please PM your emails to me. Thank You

[DrkFusion]

Thanks to our beta testers we have found many bugs :p

[DrkFusion]

vB Links Directory 3.0.1 Has been sent out for beta testing. Some bugs have been found, and have been fixed immediatly. At this rate, we may be looking at a release date of. Late Saturday Night, or Sunday Afternoon.

[DrkFusion]

I am looking for a user who, has a test site with version 2.0, who is willing to test vB Links Directory 3.0 as a Beta Tester, this will serve to test the Upgrade Script as well.

Thanks

[JakeC]

I've got vB links 2.0 on a localhost. I'm pretty new to vB so you may want to pick someone else with more experience; but if you can't find someone let me know.

Jake

[DrkFusion]

Thanks JakeC, I will email you tomorow morning with all details.

Thanks

[Dark_Wizard]

Keptic....

I have pm'ed you some info on corrections with 3.0.1 and suggestions...I can be reached on AIM > darkwizard44 or ICQ 29478259 for most of the day...

[Dark_Wizard]

Email sent with updates....

[Dark_Wizard]

Found more errors...please contact me via AIM or ICQ

[Craigr]

Today at 03:49 AM Keptic said this in Post #49 (http://www.vbulletin.org/forum/showthread.php?postid=366466#post366466)
vB Links Directory 3.0.1 Has been sent out for beta testing. Some bugs have been found, and have been fixed immediatly. At this rate, we may be looking at a release date of. Late Saturday Night, or Sunday Afternoon.

Excellent.

Can't wait. :)

Craig

[refertech]

/me looks so forward to the release. :)

[Dark_Wizard]

Update:

I have been helping Arunan on the hack to remove bugs and add more features. There should be another beta hopefully either today or tomorrow the latest.

[DrkFusion]

Sorry the release date has been missed. We have gotten positive feed back, bug reports, and new features getting implemented. I think many of you would rather have a bug-free, optimized hack :)

There has been large number of positive feedback from whole range of people for this, and I thank you. I would like to thank, Dark_Wizard who has been helping Arunan in my absense in and out, he is doing a great job!

Thanks again

[jacobi]

* Drools *

Well, late last week, I officially listed vB Links Directory in my profile as my favorite hack, and now I must say I'm really excited by the expanded feature-set. It sounds like you've got quite a team going here, and I can't wait to upgrade my 2.0 area. Once that's done, I'll finish updating my links and add a button in my header.

Regarding the late release date, it's better to get it right first! :)

[Xyphen]

Jeff, you sent me an update 3.0.1, arunan said not to install it, but should I install it or not? let me know asap, i mailed u too..

[DrkFusion]

jacobi, thanks, and I agree, I am currently a University student, and during the week-days, I really cannot afford to go with out days of school, mainly because my classes are spread out through the day. Again I will try to get it out to all of you, as bug-free as we can.

[JakeC]

How about this hacks compatiblility with vB 3.0? Will you make a hack to go with 3.0? Thanks.

Jake

[Dark_Wizard]

Yesterday at 08:19 PM JakeC said this in Post #63 (http://www.vbulletin.org/forum/showthread.php?postid=368947#post368947)
How about this hacks compatiblility with vB 3.0? Will you make a hack to go with 3.0? Thanks.

Jake

This was answered in another post...Yes!

[Dark_Wizard]

Yesterday at 05:08 PM AViO 07 said this in Post #61 (http://www.vbulletin.org/forum/showthread.php?postid=368806#post368806)
Jeff, you sent me an update 3.0.1, arunan said not to install it, but should I install it or not? let me know asap, i mailed u too..

I would wait until we have squashed the bugs and completed the additions.

[Highlander]

its released ? or you testing .. i would test it also.. on our forum..

[Dark_Wizard]

We are still working on a few bugs and adding more functionality...please be patient as we are working as fast as time permits. Thank you.

[Koutaru]

:) no problem. It looks worth the wait

[DrkFusion]

We have are trying to squash some minor bugs and work out a main feature.

[Highlander]

*waiting*

[colicab-d]

just out of interest i have links dir v2 will i be able to upgrade and keep my links?

[DrkFusion]

Yes sir, you will be able too. This will be a very hard thing to code though, but can be done :)

[d4v3r5]

*anticipating*

[Koutaru]

excellent :) nice work!

[Littlebit]

I was thinking that it would be cool if it was integrated with vB's search...so it spiders the links as well as the threads and posts...is this something that could be done without headaches or is it a silly thought?

[Alien]

I can't wait for this to be released, it's definatly going into v3 of our new website. Very nice job so far! :D

-Jason

[limey]

Looks great..I have v2 up and running.

[xpguy]

i really want this hack great works i got excited when i saw this :P

[PixelFx]

If you need help beta testing this script please met me know, I've been using directory link v2.012 on my site, I'm working on a new site that I just bought a new licence for that I'm building from scratch with vb 2.3.0 so if can help by testing with a clean it install let me know.

Till then can't wait to try it out :) thanks for the hard work guys :)

[kira]

Wow, this looks wonderful! Are things still moving forward with the new version of this hack, or are you guys (understandably) busy with school?

[jacobi]

Here's an idea - would it be possible to upload and set an icon/avatar for each main category?

[Alien]

No updates yet eh? ;) I'm salivating here!

[Dark_Wizard]

I have been very busy and I know Arunan has been as well...I will try to finish the one bug thats left this week coming up.

[Alien]

Wow awesome! :D

Thanks so much!
-Jason

[DrkFusion]

My harddrive crashed this past week, loosing main project files, and to do lists, and change logs and what not. I have found a possible solution to this one final issue we are trying to figure out, as soon as I get all code files from the other beta testers, I will work with Arunan and DW to implement it. I really like the outcome of this, it has really evolved into a powerful system.

A notice, after it is fully complete, I will be enhancing the code, and optimizing it, because the code is majorly sloppy, and there are some extra lines of code which are not needed.

I would also like to thank Xenon on Arunan's behalf, and mine, for introducing and letting us use a great piece of code to manage sub categories, which do not add any extra queries. Thank You Xenon.

On another note, I am sure most of you will notice, this has turned into a team project, because now we are able to bring you an even more stronger script, for FREE to the vB community.

I can't stresss this enough but, you guys WILL enjoy this script!

Thanks again for all your interest!
.KepTic

[DrkFusion]

04-03-03 at 08:59 AM Littlebit said this in Post #75 (http://www.vbulletin.org/forum/showthread.php?postid=377038#post377038)
I was thinking that it would be cool if it was integrated with vB's search...so it spiders the links as well as the threads and posts...is this something that could be done without headaches or is it a silly thought?
A suggestion was made by I believe Teck to one of us, to allow an option for Apache users where all pages of the Links Directory can be made spiderable. I will be looking into this after our first release.

[jacobi]

Obviously, the amount of speculation and excitement about this hack as expressed on this thread is a testament to how satisfied people have been with the original links directory, and how excited we are about the upcoming enhancements. The fact that you've taken time to get the kinks out and identify bugs, and work through a team approach speaks volumes to the potential of this hack. I hope everyone remembers and appreciates the long hours and frustrations the developers faced (such as your hard drive crashing near the hack's completion, Keptic) and exercises patience with regard to any final improvements that might need to be made, even after release.

So, here's to the great team of Keptic, Arunan and Xenon and all of the beta testers that have brought us a tremendously valuable script! :)

[colicab-d]

yay with the likes of this an the image gallery you guys are making its all good :D keep it up :D

[Dark_Wizard]

Just an FYI, I sent the latest files to Keptic since he lost the original when his hard drive crashed. We are now back on track and all that is left is one bug. You should see this very soon.

I would also like to add that we have a great team here and I will do whatever I can to help out with this and other projects!

[PixelFx]

If I can help with bug testing let me know, I'm adapt with xhtml/html if that helps with setting tables etc :) or testing bugs :)

[jacobi]

PixelFX, that's an awesome site you've got there. Great color balance and serene banner!

[Koutaru]

Man, I really can't wait any longer ;) but I'm sure it'll be worth the wait.

[PixelFx]

thanks jacobi, as for links directory 3.0 can't wait to add it to the collective >;)

[DrkFusion]

Xenon has been a great help for the hack, he has been suggesting many things to Arunan. We have identified a solution for this last bug, and willbe implementing it very soon.

On another note, I will be going in a recoding some parts, because this script seems to work with php 4.3.0+ but not with previous versions. That will be looked into.

I myself want to make this a longterm project, and will be setting up documentations, and a site for code bugs to be reported to, so the thread can be kept clean.

Thanks again for all your support, we are sorry for the delay, and thank you DW, I have gotten the script, and have already started working on it.

Thanks

[colicab-d]

wow from the sounds of this you guys are really working on a huge project.. cant wait to see what other stuff usch as the gallery etc is like after this.. its a golden age for vb

[Koutaru]

:) the wait was okay. As long as you haven't abandoned it like some of the huge hack projects

[PixelFx]

(doesn't say anything just) *twitches a bit*

[Xyphen]

The hack is still being worked on :)

[flup]

Nice keptic! :)

[DrkFusion]

Cracked that last bug ;) Now got to test it.

[DrkFusion]

Cracked that last bug ;) Now got to test it.

[DrkFusion]

Cracked that last bug ;) Now got to test it.

[PixelFx]

daja vue :P *blinks 3 times at above post*

if you need help testing let me know :)

*twitches more*

[Koutaru]

^^; I seriously can't wait :D

[DrkFusion]

Ok from my point of view, it is ready. Here are some insight on its current status (of query loads etc).

-> Main Page = 8 Queries (average)
-> Viewing of Category (with only sub categories) = 11 Queries Flat
-> Viewing of Category* (with up to 10 links per page only) = 24

These are the main focus.
* These queries are not final, they can may be reduced, and by default the system is setup for 10 links per page, but if you reduce it..it will also reduce the number of queries.

[DrkFusion]

Here is what would be included in the package if I were to release it now:

Unlimited Categories
Unlimited Sub-Categories
Display of how many links in all categories, including parent categories
Category Description
Link Commenting (by user)
Link Rating (by user)
Link Reporting (by user)
Link Editing (by user)
Link Deletion (by user)
Basic Link Search
Fully Functional Navbar
Full control in admin
Unlimited Links
Displays the user who submitted the link

**** There are much more...you will have to look at the screenshot for more info!

Many of these options can be turned on and off via the admin cp options.

I have put the "advanced search" feature on hold for now, it has been giving me total trouble, and will try to tackle it from another view later on.

Overall, I am satisfied with how it turned out, I have a bit of optimization to do here and there, and a bit recoding in the administration panel. I will post some screenshots of it in the next few posts.

[DrkFusion]

The Links Directory Main page, this is the first page any user will see, when they visit your links directorty page.

[DrkFusion]

This what users will see when they click on the category or sub category

[DrkFusion]

Another view of the above

[DrkFusion]

I can assure you, there is many more features and screenshots, but I think Ive done my share for today :-p.

[DrkFusion]

Notice
I am looking for 2 beta testers with similar configurations to the following:

1. Php 4.2.X or below, running on any O/S (preferablly Linux) with any version of MySQL

2. Windows Server, running any combination of php and mysql.

Please private message me you configuration, server (host) and the site where you will test this on.

Thanks

[PixelFx]

1. Php 4.2.X or below, running on any O/S (preferablly Linux) with any version of MySQL

I have this system, if you need a beta tester :)

Linux (red hat 8) Mysql and Php are latest versions.

:)

[DrkFusion]

Hey PixelFX, I need a lower version oh php running on a public site, this has been tested on the latest version of php.

Thanks

[Tigga]

Today at 05:32 PM Keptic said this in Post #105 (http://www.vbulletin.org/forum/showthread.php?postid=393893#post393893)
-> Viewing of Category* (with up to 10 links per page only) = 24

These are the main focus.
* These queries are not final, they can may be reduced, and by default the system is setup for 10 links per page, but if you reduce it..it will also reduce the number of queries.
Why should the number of links per page affect the number of queries??

[DrkFusion]

Because it adds a query for every link thats shows up, so if you set the number of links per page lower then the query load will be lower.

[Koutaru]

I don't know if this has been asked already but is there a limit to how many subcateglories are displayed before it goes (...)

^^; Looking good!

[Tigga]

Today at 07:01 PM Keptic said this in Post #115 (http://www.vbulletin.org/forum/showthread.php?postid=393916#post393916)
Because it adds a query for every link thats shows up, so if you set the number of links per page lower then the query load will be lower.
Why should each link add a query though? I'm just curious as to why you did it that way when as many links as necessary could be pulled from the database with only one query...

[Grunt]

wow :) really looking forward to the release!

[DrkFusion]

Yesterday at 07:17 PM Tigga said this in Post #117 (http://www.vbulletin.org/forum/showthread.php?postid=393924#post393924)
Why should each link add a query though? I'm just curious as to why you did it that way when as many links as necessary could be pulled from the database with only one query...
For each query, there are few queries which pull iimportant info about the link, including its stats rating, and comments wise. Anyways, as I told you before, there is still the optimization step to go through, I must admit the code is sloppy, and I am working to optimize it FULLY*

I will update all on the progres, and updates.

[DrkFusion]

Yesterday at 07:05 PM Koutaru said this in Post #116 (http://www.vbulletin.org/forum/showthread.php?postid=393917#post393917)
I don't know if this has been asked already but is there a limit to how many subcateglories are displayed before it goes (...)

^^; Looking good!
Do you mean under the categories, where it says Sub Categories: SubCat1, 2, 3 etc??

[Koutaru]

:) yup

[DrkFusion]

It seems, the query that runs to take out the last comment produces. I plan to either cache it, or somehow join it with the first query.

[PixelFx]

Everything looks great, can't wait to test it out :)

[Koutaru]

Any idea of an approx release date? Sorry if I'm too eager ;)

[DrkFusion]

Sorry but no release date yet...I got my hands on a couple of beta testers as they finish up I will fix up the coding and release it.

[Koutaru]

no problem :) looking forward to it

[Holidazed]

~tapping foot~

Waiting patiently, but I think my head will explode.

[gerlando]

Today at 05:23 PM bitg said this in Post #127 (http://www.vbulletin.org/forum/showthread.php?postid=397691#post397691)
~tapping foot~

Waiting patiently, but I think my head will explode.

Me too ;) To keep myself busy I've been checking out standalone link scripts and I have yet to find one that is full featured AND relatively bug free.

[Koutaru]

one more question: is there an option in the admin panel to close a categlory (but able to view) from recieving new links?

[colicab-d]

lol this and vb3 should be about the same time and both very much wanted lol

[cinq]

Cant wait too , certainly looks polished :D

[Intex]

Looking forward to this one Keptic. Do you know if there will be an upgrade path from version 2?

[Holidazed]

Any idea what the progress on this is? Please Please Please keep us in the loop. Let us know what is going on.

I'm going to boist from anticipation. My foot already fell off from tapping so much.

[jacobi]

Okay... I must say I'm a little concerned... I hope Keptic & company are okay? It's been about a month since he announced that this would be released in a few days.

[gmarik]

Keptic, so it has been released or not yet?
Doen't see it nowhere at least for now.

[PixelFx]

Last I heard they had one more bug two work out, they might be taking a bit of a break, before finishing it. From the screenshots it looks like a lot work... which would be understandable.

I've put the linking sections of my own site on hold till they release this. So I'd love to be able to use it as much as everyone else. But I'd like to only have to install it once, if that means waiting a bit longer for a stable script it's all good ;)

I think he said something about a new job as well... that always takes awake from hobbie/design projects...

[Holidazed]

Well, I understand life taking over hobby time. Happens to often to me.

[bandersen]

I would be interested in this... and can beta test.

[DrkFusion]

06-06-03 at 03:44 AM PixelFx said this in Post #136 (http://www.vbulletin.org/forum/showthread.php?postid=405055#post405055)
Last I heard they had one more bug two work out, they might be taking a bit of a break, before finishing it. From the screenshots it looks like a lot work... which would be understandable.

I've put the linking sections of my own site on hold till they release this. So I'd love to be able to use it as much as everyone else. But I'd like to only have to install it once, if that means waiting a bit longer for a stable script it's all good ;)

I think he said something about a new job as well... that always takes awake from hobbie/design projects...
You can install the older version, as we will be developing an upgrade script.

[DrkFusion]

Its on hold til June 20th, as many people still have school etc, and we would be able to focus more on the script, and devote much more time to it. It is pratically finished, and just a new admin panel script must be developed.

A request has also been sent to Nick Saundaurs, on a collaboration for a Links System for vB3. Which will be MUCH more powerful than this one.

[PixelFx]

thanks for the heads up, yell if if you needs testers :)

[DrkFusion]

Sure will :)

[bandersen]

Just a question... I am holding off on installing until 3.0 is ready.. can I start uploding links in the forum now already (the normal way) and it will show in the links dir. when that is installed? I have loads of links to include - so it will keep me busy until the 20th. Just need to structure the forums to have them show as sub categories etc ---- right?

Or is it best to wait all together.....

EDIT: question... is sub category in the links dir... the same as sub forum? :p

[DrkFusion]

Can you plase reword :p, but for the last bit, not is is not the same, it has no integration with forums or sub forums on your board.

[bandersen]

Oh OK!

:p :laugh:

[DrkFusion]

Also may I be the first to say, all we have left is the admin panel to recode. Following this will be the first release.

[DrkFusion]

Another note, I will be modifiying the installer system I have coded (the new innovative way) as it seems to be running into trouble with windows servers.

[neocorteqz]

Looking forward to this, it's looks great.

[Intex]

/me eagerly awaits :).


Today at 04:09 AM Keptic said this in Post #147 (http://www.vbulletin.org/forum/showthread.php?postid=409748#post409748)
Another note, I will be modifiying the installer system I have coded (the new innovative way) as it seems to be running into trouble with windows servers.

[mup_cow]

I thought I have seen something like this on another forum.... is it the same one / old one or is it a different hack?

[gmarik]

Wishlist
1) Make an option to have subcategorys, or this hack does the same as the free vb hack

2) You should add more items in the options, for example turn on the rating or whatever

3) You've forgot the sponsor.gif, not very important, but still

4) It would be nice to figure out a way, to integrate the hack with vbHome - if you could do that, I would advertise this hack, so people really know about it and you get money.

I'll try to explain the last one. If we define category "4", than there is an option do display links on the frontpage to all the subcategorys inlcuded in the category and the subcategory name as the header. If you'll do it, I'll bet this will get on rolling.

5) A smart counter, just like a vB integration hack could be helpfull too.

That's all for now, Marco

[DrkFusion]

Today at 02:24 PM gmarik said this in Post #151 (http://www.vbulletin.org/forum/showthread.php?postid=410425#post410425)
Wishlist
1) Make an option to have subcategorys, or this hack does the same as the free vb hack

2) You should add more items in the options, for example turn on the rating or whatever

3) You've forgot the sponsor.gif, not very important, but still

4) It would be nice to figure out a way, to integrate the hack with vbHome - if you could do that, I would advertise this hack, so people really know about it and you get money.

I'll try to explain the last one. If we define category "4", than there is an option do display links on the frontpage to all the subcategorys inlcuded in the category and the subcategory name as the header. If you'll do it, I'll bet this will get on rolling.

5) A smart counter, just like a vB integration hack could be helpfull too.

That's all for now, Marco

1,2 Is already done for the vB Links Directory 3.0
4 was done for the current version, but will release an addon that will allow you to specify which links dir categories etc to show on the vbhome page.
3 These are stuff I do not want to waste the development time with, but instead add it later.
5 ???

[gmarik]

1) And [edit] link in the links.php?s=&action=viewfolder&folderid=2 user section, so the author can change the data himself.
2) Editor rating, AND + the usual rating, which is not identical. For example I would want on my site
--2.1 When "Editor" mode, the "Contributor" does not shows up, as there is only one person, who creates the links.
--2.2 "Public mode" with less possibilites
3) Guests can visit only limited amount of links
4) A box (vbHome integration) of the last 5 added with bookmarked id's
5) Id shown before the "Link" row
6) An option to open the link in a "_blank" window in a new page

[gmarik]

1) In add new link section dropdown box with redirection possibilitys
2) Date Posted - only the Date, without the time
3) Unique views (don't con't more than one view per user) as an option
4) An option to add usual forum threads to a certain category

5) It would be fine seeing it on vB2 as well.

[DrkFusion]

We don't want to make this specific to one users needs, these features you suggest would be good, but we don't have the time to put in.

Now if you guys are willing to buy this as a retail version for less than 30$ (25$ one time fee) the need to incorporate an even more powerful system comes to use. Just give me your opinions via PM or here.

[bandersen]

The one who develop makes the rules..
I just wish something was released soon so that I could start adding all the links I have.... will take me some time.
To pay for addons is OK with me.

[DrkFusion]

We will be having a little meeting with all the people who have been helping with vB Links v3.

[cinq]

It looks to be a very powerful links system but i do hope it will eventually be released for free.

Decision lies with the coders of course.

EIther case , cannot wait to see the release soon :)

[gmarik]

Me to. As to me, I've paid allready 20$ for a hack close to this, but it does not has no subcategorys. Guys, whatever, just release it!

--Total links in subcategorys
--Total all over links

--Link out, link in statistics
--A smart gif counter

[DrkFusion]

Today at 05:48 AM gmarik said this in Post #159 (http://www.vbulletin.org/forum/showthread.php?postid=410659#post410659)
Me to. As to me, I've paid allready 20$ for a hack close to this, but it does not has no subcategorys. Guys, whatever, just release it!

--Total links in subcategorys
--Total all over links

--Link out, link in statistics
--A smart gif counter
Total links in subcategories all totaled is already included, total all over links can easily be totalled, will add it ASAP.
I have decided to add a new feature called statistics, for each link which will show Hits for the link from your directory, the number of visits it gets every week, every month etc. Unique hits will only be calculated.

I am also thinking of adding a topsite addon, allowing users to link to you, and ranks them through that. I will need to think all this out this saturday. This powerful system can easily become a paid hack, as I can tell you right now, if I do release this, I will not have the effort to provide support, update etc. It has been a long development, it is pratically a seperate system, all it uses is vB's database, and coding structure. I will update you guys on my final decision, but right now its 99% that it will be released for FREE, but I would really like to reward all the coders, and beta testers who have been great through out this, and who are going to be put through lots of testing next week.

[gmarik]

Ok, just a suggestion.
Links can be open in two modes:

1) A "_blank" window
2) In the same window (or a very nice looking, ascetic popup window) with a top frame, where are links to:

-Back to "category"
-Viewing a "forum" Link
-Rate This Link
-Add one more to the same "category"

Keptic, actually, I've got some of the code you need (the smart in / out system). I could send you the code over, you can contact me PM, if you're thinkg I could be of some help to you in this case.

What I would really appreciate is stats on how many (+2 or +14 or 0 etc., etc.) links have been added in certain subcategorys. If you could figure, how to connect it even with PhotoPost, I'm ready to send you even more good code, that could be of some use to you.

Marco

[DrkFusion]

Today at 03:05 PM gmarik said this in Post #161 (http://www.vbulletin.org/forum/showthread.php?postid=410765#post410765)
Ok, just a suggestion.
Links can be open in two modes:

1) A "_blank" window
2) In the same window (or a very nice looking, ascetic popup window) with a top frame, where are links to:

-Back to "category"
-Viewing a "forum" Link
-Rate This Link
-Add one more to the same "category"

Keptic, actually, I've got some of the code you need (the smart in / out system). I could send you the code over, you can contact me PM, if you're thinkg I could be of some help to you in this case.

What I would really appreciate is stats on how many (+2 or +14 or 0 etc., etc.) links have been added in certain subcategorys. If you could figure, how to connect it even with PhotoPost, I'm ready to send you even more good code, that could be of some use to you.

Marco


Back to category done
Rate this link Done

[DrkFusion]

Today at 05:48 AM gmarik said this in Post #159 (http://www.vbulletin.org/forum/showthread.php?postid=410659#post410659)
Me to. As to me, I've paid allready 20$ for a hack close to this, but it does not has no subcategorys. Guys, whatever, just release it!

--Total links in subcategorys
--Total all over links

--Link out, link in statistics
--A smart gif counter
You wouldn't of happen to buy it from Nick Saunders would you?

[gmarik]

It happened, that.
Do you know him?

[Chris M]

Looking good Keptic;):)

Satan

[DrkFusion]

Today at 04:25 PM gmarik said this in Post #164 (http://www.vbulletin.org/forum/showthread.php?postid=410804#post410804)
It happened, that.
Do you know him?
Yes :)

[gmarik]

Add: Ru En Ge (admin can add it via AP)
Ru En Ge language blocks as chechmarks (small flag gifs or just text) - the languages the info is on the site. Because there is not only English-speaking pages, right?!

[Koutaru]

Please release it soon :) or else vB3 will take over lol

[gmarik]

Koutaru, doen't cry - they do what they can.
vB3 will never take it over, they're too slow ...

Keptic, add "Report broken link (http://www.vbulletin.org/forum/showthread.php?s=&threadid=54593)" feature, ok?!

[kid_ttvn]

where is: Mod or hacked?

[Alien]

I'm launching in a week or two, I will keep a link for this in my nav but I'm really hoping to get this in before launch. ;)

I got excited when I saw this in the 2.0 thread:

vB Links Directory is being aimed for a release next week, and may I say, this is one full featured system you will love, especially because of the price for this sort of system. The user interface and onsite administration is fully functional. We will be recoding the admin panel script by the start of June 20th.

So it seems to be coming along any time now, I can't wait (still lol)!

-Jason

[cindyd]

I am eargerly waiting the release of this also!
Cindy D.

[DrkFusion]

06-22-03 at 04:19 PM gmarik said this in Post #169 (http://www.vbulletin.org/forum/showthread.php?postid=411690#post411690)
Koutaru, doen't cry - they do what they can.
vB3 will never take it over, they're too slow ...

Keptic, add "Report broken link (http://www.vbulletin.org/forum/showthread.php?s=&threadid=54593)" feature, ok?!
Almost all the feature you have requested are in the version :) :p Check the screenshots my friend. (Or maybe they are old, but more than 85% are all in )

[esfron]

As many others, I'm waiting, waiting the release ! When ? :)

[PixelFx]

not sure if you have this or not,

but can you add a toggle switch in the admin section, to allow only the admin to post links, or members, even better setup so that only selected user groups can add links or not?

[DrkFusion]

Yesterday at 03:19 PM PixelFx said this in Post #175 (http://www.vbulletin.org/forum/showthread.php?postid=414764#post414764)
not sure if you have this or not,

but can you add a toggle switch in the admin section, to allow only the admin to post links, or members, even better setup so that only selected user groups can add links or not?

I think this is also done. Hey guys, I will be emailing everybody who has installed vB Links Directory 2.0 with a private link to install vb Links 3.0 first before I release it.

So if you have not installed the previous version, you guys will most likely get it a week later than the others.

[bandersen]

I have some install time this weekend... is it too late to get the pre release link if I install 2.0 now?

[esfron]

Today at 05:40 AM Keptic said this in Post #176 (http://www.vbulletin.org/forum/showthread.php?postid=414857#post414857)
I think this is also done. Hey guys, I will be emailing everybody who has installed vB Links Directory 2.0 with a private link to install vb Links 3.0 first before I release it.

So if you have not installed the previous version, you guys will most likely get it a week later than the others.


What about the vB Links Directory 2.0 updated version. Fixed ? Right now, is it working with vB 2.3.0 ?

vB Links Directory 3.0 is a release for vB 2.x or for vB 3 ?

[PixelFx]

I had vblinks installed, but redoing my website with a clean install, does that count for getting vb 3.0? *wishful thinking*

[Gutspiller]

I have VBlinks 2.0 If I can get 3.0 though that would be great, where though? :ermm:

[PixelFx]

got vblinks directory v2.0 installed on my test server, still waiting for v3.0 for my production site... can't wait :)

[cindyd]

Hi,

I made this inquiry in the 2.0 version thread and it was suggested I post it here:

In the next version, is there a feature to put the links in an order of your choosing (instead of alpha order), similiar to the smilie hack?

Cindyd

[DrkFusion]

vB Links Directory 2.0 Build 2.5.0 will be released soon.
vB Links Directory 3.0 is still in consideration between 2 things.

[cindyd]

I am trying to take out some coding that is in the header & headinclude portion of these templates, but I am driving myself crazy!

Could someone take a look at my page, and advise me what I have to do to delete this portion:

(Since it ties in with the rest of the board's pages, I just can't change the header & headinclude)

I have tried to make a header2 and headinclude2 templates with the verbiage deleted, but whatever I am doing is not right.

Please advise. Thanks for the assistance. This is what it looks like right now:
http://www.glassmavenhaven.com/forum/links.php?s=

And I would like to get rid of this:

Welcome to The Glass Maven Haven Forum:
A forum dedicated to Glassware & Pattern Identification and Information


If you are not a registered member of The GMH you will need to register before you can post messages in this forum. Click here to register. If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the FAQ.

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------

[PixelFx]

Keptic,

I've got vB Links Directory 2.0 on my site, but was going to re install it should I wait for 2.50 or 3 and upgrade or just wait for a full clean install? I'm currently building new templates on my site now for each section.

[mskgr]

Keptic, I am on the same situation as PixelFX, so please tell us... :) How soon is soon for 2.5 or 3.0 ? No need to rush you though, I just think that this hack is almost necessary for my site...

[Alien]

I think we're all trying to wait as patiently as we can, but it ain't easy! :D

I was hoping it was going to coincide with the release of my new site this week, but it will probably be a bit later. ;)

Something to look forward to, for sure.

[PixelFx]

*twitchs a bit more*

[DrkFusion]

Ok we have released some updates for v2...v3 will upgrade from that. I suggest you guys use v2 with the upgrade. We have continued development on v3 today, and will finish very soon. DW will be taking charge of the installation and upgrade.

[DrkFusion]

By the way v3 will be FREE

[jacobi]

Keptic said this in Post #189 (http://www.vbulletin.org/forum/showthread.php?postid=419508#post419508)
We have continued development on v3 today, and will finish very soon. DW will be taking charge of the installation and upgrade.FREE :D :D :D Way to go! :D :D :D

Keptic said this in Post #190 (http://www.vbulletin.org/forum/showthread.php?postid=419509#post419509)
By the way v3 will be FREE yay!!!! :banana:

[PixelFx]

can't argue with that. :P

[cindyd]

I don't know if this has come up before, but I would like to see a screen where reciprocal link info could be given out.

If someone is putting their link on my site, there is now no way for them to get my information without searching for it in my forum section.

I found a hack that might work, but I would really like to have this intregrated with this one.

Is this feasible?

[Dark_Wizard]

07-07-03 at 02:19 PM cindyd said this in Post #182 (http://www.vbulletin.org/forum/showthread.php?postid=415982#post415982)
Hi,

I made this inquiry in the 2.0 version thread and it was suggested I post it here:

In the next version, is there a feature to put the links in an order of your choosing (instead of alpha order), similiar to the smilie hack?

Cindyd


I will try to make this a feature of 3.0 as well as selecting the order of categories too. I'm trying to work as fast as possible to get a beta out so thats the reason...

[Dark_Wizard]

07-07-03 at 10:46 PM PixelFx said this in Post #185 (http://www.vbulletin.org/forum/showthread.php?postid=416088#post416088)
Keptic,

I've got vB Links Directory 2.0 on my site, but was going to re install it should I wait for 2.50 or 3 and upgrade or just wait for a full clean install? I'm currently building new templates on my site now for each section.



There will be an upgrade script from 2.0 and 2.5 to 3.0...

[Dark_Wizard]

07-24-03 at 04:09 PM cindyd said this in Post #193 (http://www.vbulletin.org/forum/showthread.php?postid=420322#post420322)
I don't know if this has come up before, but I would like to see a screen where reciprocal link info could be given out.

If someone is putting their link on my site, there is now no way for them to get my information without searching for it in my forum section.

I found a hack that might work, but I would really like to have this intregrated with this one.

Is this feasible?


PM me with more details...thx!

[gmarik]

oh, subcategorys is all I need ...

[Dark_Wizard]

Today at 04:09 AM gmarik said this in Post #197 (http://www.vbulletin.org/forum/showthread.php?postid=422782#post422782)
oh, subcategorys is all I need ...

That's already in there...

[sabret00the]

sounds good, i'd love it mysefl

[PixelFx]

If there any chance of getting a beta for this? :) or helping test :)

[Koutaru]

Any update on this? Are you guys waiting until RC?

[PixelFx]

I'm hoping there will be a vb 2.3.2 release of this, as I don't plan on upgrading for a while. Yet.

[Dark_Wizard]

If there any chance of getting a beta for this? :) or helping test :)

I have already made my choice for beta testers and the release is very close. I have a few small things to finish then they will be notified.

[Dark_Wizard]

Any update on this? Are you guys waiting until RC?

No...this release is for vb 2.3.2 only. I will only start working on a vb3 version as soon as the first RC hits the doors.

[PixelFx]

please let me know if you need any more beta testers for this :) using clean install :)

[gmarik]

Pixel, have you installed it onto your board as well, any live demos or release deadlines? I'm on fire!

[PixelFx]

I was invited into the beta test but haven't gotten a download link yet *cough*

[DrkFusion]

Guys please be patient. I took it over again from Dark_Wizard, and I don't know who he gave the hacks to and didn't.

If you wish to beta test email me the following.
Name:
Site:
Forum Url:
Version of vBulletin you wish to test for:

[Dark_Wizard]

I was invited into the beta test but haven't gotten a download link yet *cough*

I didn't send out the hack as DrkFusion is taking over again. He has the newest files with my fixes. Sorry!

[gmarik]

Demos?!

[DrkFusion]

Sorry if I do not understand what you ask? I really can't derive to an answer for "Demos?!"

Please expand. Thanks!

[PixelFx]

Name: Robert (PixelFX)
Site: PixelFX Studios
Forum Url: http://www.pixelfx.ca/index.php
Version of vBulletin you wish to test for: 2.3.2

Dark wizard had invited me to the beta test, but I never saw a download link. I'd still like to help beta test this project :) I currently don't have it installed as I haven't been given a link to test it but the above info is my site info as per request ;)

[sabret00the]

Guys please be patient. I took it over again from Dark_Wizard, and I don't know who he gave the hacks to and didn't.

If you wish to beta test email me the following.
Name:
Site:
Forum Url:
Version of vBulletin you wish to test for:i'll fix my computer in the morning amd email the info to you :)

[PixelFx]

:)

[hvacr]

Name: Robert (PixelFX)
Site: PixelFX Studios
Forum Url: http://www.pixelfx.ca/index.php
Version of vBulletin you wish to test for: 2.3.2

Dark wizard had invited me to the beta test, but I never saw a download link. I'd still like to help beta test this project :) I currently don't have it installed as I haven't been given a link to test it but the above info is my site info as per request ;)

last i saw, well 10 segments back, which was
in June or so, it only like had 1-2 bugs to work out,
well its been months now, and Links 3.x
hasnt been released yet? whats up?

Thanks
http://www.forumschat.net

[Andrew111888]

I'm guessing this hack isn't going to be released any time soon.

[PixelFx]

I was wondering how development was coming for this project :) I've been invited a few times to beta via private message, then the project either changes hands, or no word for weeks at a time.. its almost a tease, I'd love to help test if it will help get this out faster, or some word as to how the project is doing... :)

[Koutaru]

It's getting close to a year, I'm also starting to doubt the release of this hack. I think it should just be beta tested in the beta release forum since most of it works already.

[FleaBag]

This looks fantastic, can't wait for the new release.

[cindyd]

I've been away from the forum for months due to other commitments, and I was really hoping to see that this hack had been fixed. I tried to just add a link through Admin and I can't even do that now.

I get errors for everything and I have people paying me for these links and I can't even get them on the web page. Help please?

[gmarik]

nothing ever happens - and it's the only hack (+journal from KuraFire) which I am waiting for...

[cindyd]

Well. I found a work around to getting the links added and deleted but it is dealing directly in the database....I don't like messing around in there.

[Russ_T]

Well now I'm at 2.3.4 the links display but dont forward correctly and the admin side of things is dead.

Does anyone know what is happening please???

[Tradjick]

This would be a useful hack! But why is this not in the beta forum? How did the project evolve?

[AndrewD]

This would be a useful hack! But why is this not in the beta forum? How did the project evolve?

Without wanting to steal these guys thunder, with VB3 now out, I decided to write the functionality that we needed for VB3. You can find it in the VB 3 beta forums at this address:

http://www.vbulletin.org/forum/showthread.php?t=60403

[Tradjick]

Thanks AndrewD! I'll definately try to install it. I'll also see if i can integrate it into vBindex.

[gmarik]

Without wanting to steal these guys thunder, with VB3 now out, I decided to write the functionality that we needed for VB3. You can find it in the VB 3 beta forums at this address:

http://www.vbulletin.org/forum/showthread.php?t=60403
Your's ir far too simple ...

[Dark_Wizard]

If everyone can be a little more patient...I am writing one to work with my vbWar and I will make a standalone for those that want it....

This will be a Yahoo Style Links System....with unlimited categories and sub-categories...

[PixelFx]

your work is worth waiting for please, also let me know if you need betatesters for vbWar 3.0 for vb3.0

[Russ_T]

I'm gonna see what the differences are between 2.3.0 and 2.3.4 and try to track down the bug for you... will let you know later what's changed to see if you can include it in the next revision.

Cheers

[chrisvonc]

Is there a process yet for 2.3.2 forums running this to upgrade when the board is upgraded to vB3 GOLD? I would really hate to reenter all my links.
:)

[cindyd]

I've been hobbling along with version 2.0 on my 2.3 board, I can't add or delete anything with this version and any changes must be made directly in the database.

Will this 3.0 version ever come out?

[swanienufan]

I'm gonna say NO there isn't ever going to be another version of this program. It has been a year since the original talk of version 3 came out and there is nothing on that. I would be very surprised to ever see a version of this great program for VB Gold.

[PixelFx]

You have little faith then, there are a few versions of vb links directory in beta testing now.

vbadvanced is working on one, and I'm sure dark wizard when he gets time.

I'm one of the honored few to beta test the vba links directory.

Demo: http://www.orbsydia.com/links/index.php (http://www.orbsydia.com/links/index.php)?

Please remember that just cause you don't hear about a script being worked on doesn't mean that someone isn't working on it, we just all are very busy.

[Russ_T]

Well there is still a problem with it for me, same with vb Articles, I get


Fatal error: Call to undefined function: maketableheaderview() in /home/www/zclubnieW/forum/admin/weblinksadmin.php on line 12


maketableheaderview() doesn't appear to exist for either mods.

Any ideas please chaps??

[DiscussAnything]

I realize that there is little hope of v3 ever being released now that everyone's on vb3, but I would love to get my hands on the beta version of v3 for vb2. The main thing I am looking for is subcategories. If someone could email me the file, I would be forever grateful. Don't worry about it only being beta, I can try to reverse engineer the logic so I can add the sub categories to my running version of 2.0

[SilverDawn]

This is getting old, either release the hack or don't.

[PixelFx]

Brian released a commercial version of the links directory at http://www.vbadvanced.com/ , althougth it's not free its very good. And release for vb3.0