FlashChat Integration

[Tyrsson]

The real issue here is the within the old version of chat they are using functions that are deprecated = can no longer be used. I remember seeing this problem with a few sites when users first started upgrading to php5. As php evolves the scripts that are coded in it must also evolve and new solutions have to be programmed and the code has to be updated to use the new functions that are then available to replace the old more or less.

This mod will be updated, however, please keep in mind that I have to read over all the security reports that exist for flashchat 6, and there are many from what I have been seeing. I have a responsibility to every user of this mod to not introduce a security issue into smf due to bridging it with flashchat. It takes time.

[Angie on Dialysis]

The real issue here is the within the old version of chat they are using functions that are deprecated = can no longer be used. I remember seeing this problem with a few sites when users first started upgrading to php5. As php evolves the scripts that are coded in it must also evolve and new solutions have to be programmed and the code has to be updated to use the new functions that are then available to replace the old more or less.

This mod will be updated, however, please keep in mind that I have to read over all the security reports that exist for flashchat 6, and there are many from what I have been seeing. I have a responsibility to every user of this mod to not introduce a security issue into smf due to bridging it with flashchat. It takes time.

That makes sense to me Tyrsson™. Thanks for explaining it to me. Sounds like my host was correct when he was talking about something being deprecated but I didn't understand when he explained it. I await the time when we can use this again. Glad to hear you will be doing it but it will just take time. I can wait now that I know what I am waiting for. Thanks

[pevanis]

The real issue here is the within the old version of chat they are using functions that are deprecated = can no longer be used. I remember seeing this problem with a few sites when users first started upgrading to php5. As php evolves the scripts that are coded in it must also evolve and new solutions have to be programmed and the code has to be updated to use the new functions that are then available to replace the old more or less.

This mod will be updated, however, please keep in mind that I have to read over all the security reports that exist for flashchat 6, and there are many from what I have been seeing. I have a responsibility to every user of this mod to not introduce a security issue into smf due to bridging it with flashchat. It takes time.

I Was paid for FlashChat v 4.7.12 3 years ago and it's worked very good on SMF1.*.*.
Can i have running  FlashChat v 4.7.12 on SMF2

1.) Version of flashchat you are using. - FlashChat v 4.7.12
2.) Version of SMF you are using.         - SMF 2.0
3.) Link to your forum.
4.) Any errors you have encountered.  - Fatal error: Cannot redeclare dologin() (previously declared in /home/bdsmhrva/public_html/Sources/LogInOut.php:467) in /home/bdsmhrva/public_html/chat/admin/login.php on line 13
  - I have login screen but after login only blank screen with theme picture

[digit]

I would actually be careful of this chat program. I was looking for a solution for this and sadly I must report that my flashchat 6.0.8 was compromised yesterday. Somehow someone was able to get into and remove me from admin and kick and ban other members out of the room.

Needless to say I deleted my copy of FC and will not be installing it again.

Thanks for the heads up - I was reinstalling this - after a blank screen popped up - probably due to a php upgrade, but after reading this - and I believe it to be true,  I am discontinuing use of Flashchat - and will hope a nice - similar looking and functioning - chat comes along soon.

[mrselnombre]

I Was paid for FlashChat v 4.7.12 3 years ago and it's worked very good on SMF1.*.*.
Can i have running  FlashChat v 4.7.12 on SMF2

1.) Version of flashchat you are using. - FlashChat v 4.7.12
2.) Version of SMF you are using.         - SMF 2.0

I have the same, but my chat works fine. There was a new "patch" on the flashchat forum to get it to work with smf2.

i just can't integrate it into the forum until this mod is updated.

[Sandmansa]

I was reinstalling this - after a blank screen popped up - probably due to a php upgrade,

Probably?  No, your assumption is accurate.  The newest version of php is causing this.

[digit]

I was reinstalling this - after a blank screen popped up - probably due to a php upgrade,

Probably?  No, your assumption is accurate.  The newest version of php is causing this.

Thanks.  Is there a fix?

[Sandmansa]

As of yet?  Not to my knowledge.  I am still waiting on the patch myself.

There is a workaround for this problem but for most people who rent servers, it's only a dream.  For those who host their own servers, it's not really a wise decision.  That would be, downgrade your php software.

Otherwise, just keep bumping this thread and wait patiently. Someone will figure out how to fix this plugin.... eventually.

[arreferee]

So, is this something that FlashChat needs to fix?

[Tyrsson]

Well if flashchat would include a compat.php file and include the function and surround the call to the function with a check to see if it exist, and if not load it from the compat file, or code a custom function to replace the functionality of the function that has been deprecated. It would then be a none issue. I am looking for someone to take this mod over that has time to recode it, as I have started my own project and it will be a minute before I find time to recode this mod. If no new developer has been found soon the mod will be archived due to my current lack of time to update it.

-Tyrsson

[studiowi33]

I used to use FlashChat, but like so many others, it wasn't worth the time spent troubleshooting. I now use prochatrooms and am more than happy with the product.
No, it isn't FlashChat. Thank gawd.

-s.w

[mrselnombre]

i don't want to buy another chat program, i like flashchat. We've not had any problems with it either!

[razors edge]

I have been able to get Flashchat v6 working with my smf 2.0.1

Has their been anyone who has taken over this project? Currently everythign works on the site except for auto login, the database is integrated but when a person clicks the chat button it takes them to the login page where they must enter the username and password. They are the same username and password as the forum but they must still enter them. Any ideas how to get auto login to work?

[studiowi33]

I have been able to get Flashchat v6 working with my smf 2.0.1

Has their been anyone who has taken over this project? Currently everythign works on the site except for auto login, the database is integrated but when a person clicks the chat button it takes them to the login page where they must enter the username and password. They are the same username and password as the forum but they must still enter them. Any ideas how to get auto login to work?

To bypass the chat log in, make sure u use the

Code Select Expand

http://YOUR_SITE.com/chat/flashchat.php
address in your link.

hth

-s.w

[Tyrsson]

I have not found anyone to further the development of this mod, and at this point in time I have no idea when I will have the time to update it. I am just way to busy at work and it is not going to get any better in the near future. Maybe after the new year I might find time to update it if no one takes up the development before then.

[punjabizone]

hello  today they release smf 2.0.2 nd i updated it i never install this mod on my 2.0.1 i want to install this mod please help i already have flash chat install flash chat verison  6.0.8 and its paid version

[Matthew K.]

FlashChat has always been paid, so of course it's a paid version. This modification however is written by a volunteer (we're all volunteers), meaning it's free; and the author has not updated it to support SMF 2.0.* at this point, meaning you'll have to wait.

[punjabizone]

ohhh but my freind using smf 2.01 he also have the same version as mine he added chat menu to the menu bar i don't know how he added if author has not updated to 2.0 version 

[Matthew K.]

It's possible to integrate FlashChat with SMF 2.0.2, although it's a fairly difficult process; which I have done three times.

[punjabizone]

ohh u try three time can u tell me how i can do it or its better to wait