Someone sent me a message saying that the options page doesn’t update on CommentLuv for WP2.7b3 and it’s set off a small chain reaction in my head.
I checked another plugin that does work for the options update in 2.7b3 and compared it to my code and that’s where the kerbumph happened in my head…
My wordpress plugin code needs a complete overhaul! you see, it has grown organically (as in like wild weed beds) since it’s inception as a simple one file plugin to what it is now which is a large bit of code with functions calling functions and some (I admit) messy solutions to problems.
Not my fault though! These messy solutions were made at a time when my coding knowledge was expanding (which is always). My coding knowledge is pretty much down to writing this plugin and it’s support site so it’s only natural that code I wrote just 2 months ago could have benefited from my brain of now.
Not a problem… this just means I need to rewrite the whole plugin and add some things I have wanted to do for a long time but I didn’t know how!
Here’s a list of things I have in my mind for it (more for my own sake when I come back and stare at old posts for inspiration)..
- Move the options page to a separate file
This will make it easier to update options and be compatible with 2.7 - Fix so no config for form fields required (done)
This came to me while thinking about eggs. go figure! - Use external javascript file for CommentLuv and heart box
I wanted to do this a long time ago but didn’t know if my server could handle it, turns out it can and it has the advantage of me being able to change the way commentluv functions at one place and everyone that uses it gets the update immediately. no more relying on people to update their plugin! - put a refresh image next to the last blog post so someone can refresh their link
This is so I can simplify the code of the javascript for speedier running and compatibility - add alert function so remote script can send back an alert to the user if they’re commenting too fast
- make all platform versions look the same (blogger done)
- retrieve commentluv member id from options page via ajax
- automatically detect if blog is using ID commenting and take appropriate action so commentluv still works
There’s a lot more I imagine but the most important thing for me is the options page and remote javascript instead of included.
The house will be busy this week and the contest is going mad so when all that’s over, I’ll see if I can go to a quiet place and be out of contact for a week while I make the changes. oh gwd, I see a large growth of chin whiskers happening…
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I upgraded to WP2.7 as soon as I could, I thought it would be great but now I want 2.6 back
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I always shudder at each new update. I can’t imagine what it is like for all of you plugin coders…
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Witchypoo: yeah, can’t be denied. lol
Danny: I always try out a new upgrade on my local machine just in case, glad I did. it wont be too much work to update commentluv to work with 2.7 so I’ll get it done when it gets final status
DB: it’s a constant battle!
is wp 2.7 released? when I went to wordpress.org, it still wp 2.6.x -_-#
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I’m looking forward to the WP upgrade. I’m hearing I’ll be able to comment on my comments from the admin page, and I’m looking forward to that. I can’t stand having to actually LOOK at my own page to return comment.
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As long as it is one click, why not? Don’t ask us non geeks to do anything more. Reasonable request to make?
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I knew it! hehe
Note to self – do not upgrade to 2.7 until CL is perfected.
(The wink was to you, not self. That would just be weird.)
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kevin: it is still in beta so not available on the big download button. look into the site further for beta releases
Julie: I have it on a test machine and it is definitely easier to navigate and do the important stuff
Nicole: more power = more clicky things. way of the wuhwuhwuh
Dennis: haha! you make me larf
Wow, seems you have a lot on your plate with regards to the plugin – but the new features that are coming look great, can’t wait! The plugin has really grown as of late, you must be really proud of it
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I’ve been wondering how CommentLuv would cope with 2.7 so I’ve been holding off upgrading to the betas that have been kicking about.
After hearing this though I think I’ll stick with 2.6.3 until you get this rewritten as its sounding good
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Yikes! why or why do they keep updating WordPress so often?
I can only empathize with you as I am totally clueless about coding etc.
Good luck because Commentluv is a great plug-in.
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Though I’m not in the habit of feeling ‘glad’ when someone is drowning in anything. I’m glad you’re drowning in code because you do such great work that I know the net update is going to be amazing
Keep up the good work Andy!
I feel for you, Andy. It’s getting harder and harder to keep up with all of the WordPress upgrades. I feel like a mouse on a treadmill. but I know you’re up to the task! Thanks for all you hard work and a great plugin!
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Wow, sounds like your plate is full. Will this effect us blogger people? I am having issues with all my posts always showing 0 comment regardless of how many there actually are
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Dan: I’m over the moon, I never expected so many people to install it!
Bob: as far as I can see there is still a fair bit of tweaking needed until 2.7 is fully ready. better to wait
Larry: the price of progress I think. This update will be better than previous I am sure
fragileheart: thanks! I will
Joan: you’re welcome
spookygirl: I think that is happening because your homepage takes so long to fully load. there are a lot of widget messages it needs to get from yahoo. the number of comments gets filled by the jskit script when the page has finished loading so it doesn’t get a chance to update the numbers
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Andy, are the active sites as opposed to the registered sites open to the contest? Because some of them (even the registered sites) don’t have the latest version of commentluv installed.
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If a site isn’t running the very latest version then the remote script will know. it is only the sites on the registered sites page that are open for the contest.
if you spot one that is on the contest registered page but they aren’t showing the heart info box or running an old version then let me know!
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I am so sick of having to update all my wordpress installs on all my blogs. It is like they have a new update every week these days. Sheesh!
Sorry about all your coding headache!
Oh, any idea why the cool drop down comment luv box doesn’t display on my blog?
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Too many updates, giving me a pain in the head.
That’s bad. But I guess this will be good experience for you in coding? Hope WP dosen’t break it again!
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Thanks for the info, I will be cutting down my widgets after the holidays
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Neat! Looking forward to the non-beta release then.
As I’ve said before, I’m very cautious around betas…except Google’s.
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Talina: I think we got it working via the forum or other way, sorry I can’t remember! I get so many coming in that I try to deal with them as they come but some get missed. you can use the help desk if you need help with installation.
Roger: I wrote a new plugin where I got to practice what I’ll be doing with commentluv options so it should be a breeze to do when the time comes
spookygirl: it’s hard to trim widgets once you get used to them, good luck with that..
byteful: I’ll get it stable and out with some testers on 2.7 final when the time comes. keep checking back. thanks again for the graphics you did for commentluv. must be nice to see your work displayed proudly on so many blogs?
My pleasure, Andy. It’s been interesting because I get some referrers through WP admin pages. But most importantly, it’s been great to use my talents to improve a project that’s growing so fast and is so useful!
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These frequent updates get really gets frustrating because of all the compatibility issues with plug ins. It makes something like Semiologic look attractive since they can handle the compatibility issues, but you are locked in to their choice of plugins.
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I agree with everyone who says there are too many updates – especially if you use a lot of plugins. I’m only just starting to upgrade my sites to 2.6… and now 2.7 is just around the corner! Someone clever should start a hosting service for WP where they help you manage upgrades and plugins
Cheers, Jon
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thank you for putting all this work for us! it’s much appreciated.
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I Loved v2.6, I only ran into minor road blocks but overall its functionality was great.
I look forward to using v2.7 as I assume the upgrade could only be beneficial to the project..
I have upgraded to WP2.7 as soon as I could for all of my old blogs and I’m very happy with my results, So I make sure to install only the new version for my upcoming blogs!!! WP will make it better don’t worry!!!
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