This is a working group for developing Drupal discussion/forum modules. "Forum" is interpreted loosely to allow for modern interpretations as well as traditional forums but is aimed at providing a space for longer lasting discussions rather "instant messaging" or status updates. Currently covered modules are Forum (in core), Advanced Forum (contributed module that builds on core Forum), and Artesian (new forum module) but other modules are welcome as well.
Anyone with an interest in creating forums in Drupal is welcome to join in the discussion. This is not, however, a support group so please use the issue queues and Drupal.org's forums for support requests. Also, please do not post jobs in this group unless you wish to hire someone to work on forum development that will be contributed back to the community.
Taxonomy access vs Forum access
Hi, This Q may belong over in the support forum, but since I'm extremely interested in this group's goals, I'll post here first.
Why use Forum Access?
Taxonomy access does the job, is more general (can also allow content privileges for books, pages, stories, etc), and I've been using it since 4.7 to set access to certain forums and moderator privileges on others based on role.
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DruBB as a module package
I think that the best and most flexible approach to a phpBB-like forum from Drupal is a combination of existent modules around the default forum module. So, the best way to get DruBB realized as a "module package" would be to help improving these modules and porting them to 5.x. This is my list of needed modules, with suggestion notes and status for 5.x (those fully ported to 5.x are underlined):
ESSENTIAL MODULES FOR A BASIC PHPBB-STYLE FORUM
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Theming question + updates
Hi,
I am still developing the extended forum module, but I have now big project at my work so the forum module project won't be ready by February, but I hope that I'll release the pre-alpha version by March. And I hope to post screen shots as soon as I can.
Anyway, I got an issue that I would like to discuss with you about.
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Improved Drupal private messaging
While Drupal specializes in simplicity, competing with forum software like phpBB or Invision requires more depth in terms of individual pieces. One of the most underdeveloped modules is, without a doubt, the private messaging module. Compared to other types of PMing, this module can certainly be expanded. What do you think could make PM-ing more interesting for users on a site?
My ideas:
Folders: Letting users create folders for their PMs would certainly add a needed feature. On some sites (no Drupal ones I use, but certainly on forums), I receive a ton of messages, so letting me sort them is certainly a convenience.
Read moreYour favorite way to post in forums discussion
Hi,
I am interested about your favorite way to post your forum topics/comments.
I'll classify it into 3 categories:
1. The way it done in Drupal/IPB, simple text area maybe with BB Code/Html
2. The way it done in vBulletin. Cool plain text editor, with user friendly BB Code/Smileys buttons and wysiwyg option.
3. Using advanced wysiwyg editors like TinyMCE or FCKEditor
Link to fckeditor demo:
http://www.fckeditor.net/demo/
Link to TinyMCE demo:
http://tinymce.moxiecode.com/example_full.php?example=true
Which of the wysiwyg editors you like more? TinyMCE or FckEditor?
I think my favorite way is like it done in vBulletin, but what's your favorite option? What will fit best the DruBB project?
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The most amazing drupal site i've seen! + Profile solution discussion
Hi everybody,
While making my research about Drupal profile solutions, I was pointed to the following site:
http://www.goingon.com
I was shocked after surfing the site. This site is powered by Drupal and it's amazing! WOW!!!
I want that our BB project will have such full featured profile like in goingon.com. Does anyone have any clue which profile module this site is using? What are the other modules of that site?
Thanks and have a nice day.
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Version
Is the plan for this new Forum package to be developed for Version 5.0?
I see the target date is Feb 01 and that makse me think it maybe for V4.7.
Thanks
Ian
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Kick-start: List of modules required for phpBB/vBulletin clone
Culling information from multiple forum posts and "stuff in my head," here's a list of modules that we'll need and some other "kick-start" info. Feel free to suggest others in the comments and we can get 'em added in here.
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