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The topic has already been discussed elsewhere in another thread. But, in good forum tradition let's have a poll for feedback regarding a child board here in the SMF community for Bloc's Tiny Portal.

Please vote! Thank you.

:)

Cast my vote...affirmative...now 2 for 1 against  0 don't care

@ redone
Thanks for starting the poll :)

I would vote yes only if Bloc and others are willing to support it here, so there arent any unanswered questions. So yeah from me, although I dont use it :/

I voted YES!

I believe this is an eventuality.  But it may be a bit premature right now.
After Bloc's code is released in a 'stable' version, you will see a huge number of SMF users flock to this great Portal.  I have also been a beta tester for the TinyPortal project, and I can tell you it will
have a huge impact on the SMF community when it is released to the public.

I do fear dividing Bloc's attention, but if other portals have thier own child board/topic/catagories, then it would
be an insult to not have one for TinyPortal.

Well to be honest Bloc's portal is one of true integration with SMF. For those that have been lucky to beta test tinyportal and I am one we already know this to be true.

In my opinion other portals say for example mkportal have pretty much gone down a different route to bloc. MKportal for example recently did not and I am not sure if they do now support current SMF beta's.

Registering to use Bloc's portal is as simple as placing a post in this thread:
http://www.tinyportal.net/smf/index.php?topic=152.390

I think we should all show our support and encourage bloc to continue his excellent work with this portal. What better support can you get than the SMF community itself?

Thank you to all those that have voted so far.

:)

i am also a beta tester of this portal, it's far better than mkportal or simple portal... easy to use, well integrated, and great support. fully customizable too :)

I voted yes -- Still trying to get my 5 bucks

I voted yes.  I've seen it in action and it looks great and easy to use.

I voted yes too. I like it. :)

...And another YES vote :)

Keep 'em coming! Thank you to all those that have taken part. If you know someone who hasn't voted yet please tell them to come and vote.


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QuoteI do fear dividing Bloc's attention, but if other portals have thier own child board/topic/catagories, then it would be an insult to not have one for TinyPortal.

Ditto.

Bloc has decided on controlled beta testing and not released a crude mod, against the grain. TinyPortal is somewhat more than a simple mod, it greatly expands the capability of SMF and creates an effective Portal.

Where i can see the sample of bloc tinyportal?
Never see it.

Btw i vote yes

Quote from: Macz on September 16, 2005, 04:21:44 PM
Where i can see the sample of bloc tinyportal?
Never see it.

Btw i vote yes

Go Here: http://www.tinyportal.net/smf/index.php (http://www.tinyportal.net/smf/index.php)

33 votes for and 5 for no! I think it's looking like people are pretty much for the idea of a child board for tiny portal!  :D

I also feel that Tinyportal should have a child board.  (and have voted as such)

There was a time when an official portal was mentioned/entertained and this is a) far better and b) Bloc is a highly respected and contributary member.

My 10 pence (ok cents for the americans  :D)

I voted yes.
If Bloc wants to chip in and help SMF be better and stonger and more good looking, than more power to him=)

Since a lot of people would find it useful, and Bloc himself would like it, I voted 'Yes'.  :)

Thanks for the yes vote. A lot of people probably don't even know Tinyportal exists.

:)

For this I quote my previous post, and I voted no:

Quotewell I see bloc's tiny portal does need allot of support, but so does every portal including my SimplePortal which I get even more because it doesn't have any admin at all.
TP is a good portal, but it doesn't need to have a subforum.
tinyportal.net I think will do for now...

To tell you the truth I would not want my SimplePortal mod having a subforum here, as it makes it harder for me to check everything and I barely ever check the mod topic :P

yeah :)

But BLoc wants to have a child board? :)

Quote from: Omar Bazavilvazo on September 19, 2005, 06:59:41 PM
yeah :)

But BLoc wants to have a child board? :)

word.

You can vote, protest, make riots, picket lines, go see your congreesmen, etc. But if bloc doesnt want to support tp in more than one place, it isnt happening,

With that said, i think it is a good idea. With blocs approval, of course.

Bloc already stated he would like a child board. ;)

im a beta tester of TP too... as what borgBOB said, it might divide Bloc's attention but it would be great to have one here and he needs help, im willing to help him.

btw, TinyPortal is GREAT!

I personally don't know bloc that well. To be honest he hardly strikes me as the kind of guy who is going to say that he feels Tinyportal should have a child board here.

And also without putting words in his mouth because he speaks freely for himself around here anyways I think he feels that he wouldn't like it perceived that he is using his postion here as a member of staff to gain such a privilege.

Most people that beta test Tinyportal would suggest that he is too modest too!  ;)

I voted "yes"

I think a portal add on is an important tool/utility for the growth of SMF, and if this is a nod/indication of support of bloc's excellent work to date I'm all for it.  I hope it breeds a collaboration and communication between SMF devs and Bloc/tiny portal dev(s)?  (I'm not saying there isn't that now, i'm just saying it'll be  a good thing...)

Although we may be overrating the importance of the "mod" having a child board here, I still think it's a good idea/important to do.

rampy

No, I haven't stated that I want one, I said there is really no need - since the mod is not even available here yet. The reason for example Mambo got its sub-board was of NEED, and I assume that goes before anything - as it should.

I am honored you take this up of course :) ...but one of the reasons I changed bloczone.net to tinyportal.net was to use that place for many of the questions/support during this beta period I have. So it would be more stable once its put up here again.

Bloc is the man!

Yes - I predict Tiny portal will be the leading portal solution for SMF. Why not have a childboard about it? :)

Wouldn't a child board be easier to follow than a mod thread anyway? Threads for mods are sometimes difficult to navigate around unless you know specifically what you are looking for.

:)

Quote from: avi on September 22, 2005, 01:38:53 PM
Yes - I predict Tiny portal will be the leading portal solution for SMF. Why not have a childboard about it? :)

Quote from: Bloc on September 20, 2005, 03:00:09 PM
No, I haven't stated that I want one, I said there is really no need - since the mod is not even available here yet. The reason for example Mambo got its sub-board was of NEED, and I assume that goes before anything - as it should.

I am honored you take this up of course :) ...but one of the reasons I changed bloczone.net to tinyportal.net was to use that place for many of the questions/support during this beta period I have. So it would be more stable once its put up here again.

I voted yes simply because when bloc releases v1.0 of TP it will need a comprehensive forum here to support the masses flocking to it. It may not be necessary now, but sure will be soon. The combination of his fabulous themes and integrated portal into the SMF framework will rocket this software into high gear in battle with the pay forums IMO.

I use TP beta .6.2 on my board and it is well received.

www.shotonlinecentral.com (http://www.shotonlinecentral.com)

I think it should have a child board due to the fact that it'll be easier to find info on it. The smf forum is a massive place to be searching all over the place for the same thing. Maybe any previous topics concerning it might be moved there for easier browsing.

with all the help and information Bloc has he will be able to help even more.

Thank's for all the help and support.

8)

Good to see people have forgotten the idea.

~redone

;)

Perhaps it might be worth taking into account that TP is not available to the public yet. Once it is, a child board may be a more viable option.

All you have to do is post in a thread and bloc will give you access. The testing isn't really closed to a select few testers. Here is a simple two step guide to gain access to Tinyportal (TP).

• 1. Register an account at www.tinyportal.net
• 2. Post in this thread http://www.tinyportal.net/smf/index.php?topic=152.465

It's that easy!

~redone

And it won't stay this way for long either ;)

It was/is just a good way to make people aware that it is a beta. This procedure is really more work for myself than anything else. ::)

I just register.  I decided to go give it a try since I don't have school today and tomorrow and I'm going to have some free time.

Bloc has put a lot of work into the TP project and anyone who has ever used his theme's which has to be something in the region of about 98% of the community knows that Bloc's work is awesome.

Try Tinyportal you will not be dissapointed. And if you have questions Bloc or one of the many testers who have been testing TP since it was initially released should be able to answer your questions.

~redone

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I remember testing it when it fist came out.  Back then CMS or anything alike didn't grabbed my attention but not I've seen its powers and ease of use and i want to convert my site to CMS or just use TP.

Definitely a yes !!   Bloc has done so much for the SMF community !!  Tiny Portal deserves a Child Board !!    :D  .   U have my vote Bloc. 

BLOC ROCKS!

set it up guys! TP deserves it 100%

Whatever Bloc thinks is best for TP I got to believe him.

I would like to see it but that what "I" would like to see.

Bloc does awesome work with themes and the TP works perfect for my needs. I hyave never had any trouble with it and if I have questions Blos or someone else at tinyportal.net helps me out. On the other side if Bloc says its not ready then I guess its not ready.
(I think it is though, but I am an end user)

But when it is ready I hope the community supports Bloc like Bloc supports the community.

Peace,
bz

TP deserves a Child Board !
Bloc(s) rocks;-)

Give Tiny Portal the child board!!

TP ROCKS!!!  8) ;D

He doesn't have a child board yet? What's up with that.. lol

147 votes shows there is plenty of support for one from the posters here at least.

;)

Quote from: redone on October 25, 2005, 03:26:44 PM
He doesn't have a child board yet? What's up with that.. lol

147 votes shows there is plenty of support for one from the posters here at least.

;)

We should wait till its finally released.  Remember its still being tested :P

I understand about the testing but it installs and run's better than most mod's available for download!

:P

Quote from: redone on October 25, 2005, 03:30:59 PM
I understand about the testing but it installs and run's better than most mod's available for download!

:P

Quote from: redone on October 25, 2005, 03:30:59 PM
I understand about the testing but it installs and run's better than most mod's available for download!

:P

Well true but still hes says hes not done.  Lets just wait till its availabla to the public and see what people decide here.  Remember only us beta testers can download it ;)

i still havent heard bloc approve...maybe i missed it. dont feel like going through the thread again.

I voted in the affirmative but not because I care about a portal.  But Bloc's Neptune is the dang gone Bomb! ^5 Bloc.

But if one is developed, I'll take a look.  ;)

-Jazhawk

TP_ has become part of SMF, child board supporter..;D

Later, Crip

I voted yes also.  I found it so easy to integrate with SMF that I could not believe I had accomplish the feat.  And I love it.  I tried mambo for SMF and I never did get it to link together as one.  You must remember I know nothing of coding, my first web site as of June 2005 and there is much more I need to know.  And with sites such as this and Bloc's, I am getting the information needed to have a successful web site.

Thank you guys for all your hard work.

I'm get agree with idea : Yes Tinyportal should have a child board, really need !

I agree!

But where?

It should most certainly have a child board.

@ erik, in the portal board i guess.

Oh, yes...

Stupid me..

of course there should be a child board for tp!!!!!!!!

To be fair I think Bloc has already made his views made public. Whilst its not for me to speak on his behalf it has been said many times before that he feels that having one location to track feedback, bugs etc appears to be the method he prefers.

So, it's unlikely to see a child board any time soon. That's my own opinion anyway.

after so many votes, is it even gonna be made?
you guys should REALLY make it.
TP is the pride and charm of smf :)

No SMF is the pride of Simple Machines.

lol :P isnt it the same thing?
anyway methinks most ppl believe this should be done and there are many ppl who use SMF only cuz of TP.

Although it could be nice (I'd prefer it as then I'd only have to visit one forum :P), there really isn't any point arguing when Bloc has said he prefers to have it separated.

oh then it dusnt matter. Im a member at bloczone aka tinyportal too :)

Quote from: Prasad007 on March 22, 2006, 09:40:32 AM
lol :P isnt it the same thing?

Nope.  SMF was written by Simple Machines.  Tiny Portal was written by Bloc.  And since there is no use in continuing this discussion...