The Archives - an update of sorts

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mimi

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Hi guys,

I just wanted to let you know that I'm keenly aware that the swap archives aren't browsable. (You can still use the search though).

The background to this problem is that this particular forum software had never been used on such a vigorous forum as the FK Swap before, so we are kind of in the forefront of finding bugs in the program. When I was setting this up, this was truly the best threaded software package I could find that I could customize to be as close as possible to the format of the old forum.

The developer of the software is aware of the problem with our archives and is currently working on a new version of the forum that will address the archive issue, fix a couple minor bugs (such as the strange punctuation in the search results), and add some new features (such as the ability to edit the subject of your own post - I hope!). (Don't worry, it won't be a drastic update! I know better than that. ;o) ) I don't have an ETA for this but the developer was very helpful when we first set this up (with some special customizations) and he's responded very quickly when we found a couple serious bugs, so I'm pretty confident that it's in the works and won't be too much longer. On May 2 he told me "Hopefully, it'll be really soon!!"

Some of you may remember me talking about us making changes ourselves - "us" meant me and my programmer co-worker Tom, but unfortunately I am between programmers at the moment, so I am really dependent on the developer right now. I mention it for those of you with really good memories who wonder why I don't just have Tom fix it. The hazards of small business...

I just wanted to touch bases with you guys to assure you that I'm aware of the problem and that *I care* and am expecting some sort of resolution soon.

On a positive note, I've had good comments from the owners of FinerKitchens and from my boss, who are all pleased with the success of the forum and are keen to have it continue.

Cheers,

Mimi

 
(sorry, hit my key to soon)

to be able to share recipes and ideas with other people who love to cook and enjoy recipes. Keep up the good work!!!

 
I have ordered a couple of products from Finer Kitchens and have been very pleased

both with the product and the service. I urge other swappers to take a look around at FK products, and to support the company that is supplying us with such a wonderful site.

 
I really like this board. It is

easy to use. Most of the recipes that are posted here are T & T recipes that the swapper has either made or eaten and enjoyed--not just something found in a magazine or book. Thanks for all your hard work.

 
That's all good news Mimi. I think that retroactive edits are a real luxury that you don't

need to be too concerned about. This place is really fine as it is. Thanks again.

 
Yes, my thoughts too. I hope you realize how grateful we all are...

but sorry to hear that Tom is no longer working with you. :eek:(

 
You are amazing Mimi, Thank you for all your hard work and for

giving us a place to continue what we had at Gail's. It would have been such a loss without this site since Gail's is so user UNfriendly now.
This group is like a lifeline sometimes. Thanks again to you, and to everyone who so generously shares their time and skills here.

 
I love this board, Mimi. I'm really thankful for all the work you do for us smileys/smile.gif (nt)

 
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