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The Geeklog Team would like to announce that the first beta release of Geeklog 1.5.0 is now available for download. This release incorporates the results of last year's Google Summer of Code, namely:New user-friendly install script by Matt WestNew ... [More] Configuration GUI (replacing config.php) by Aaron BlanksteinNew Webservices API based on the Atom Publishing Protocol by Ramnath R. IyerGeeklog 1.5.0 also provides support for OpenID and LDAP, includes FCKeditor 2.6, and much more.A word of warning, though: We are releasing this beta version in an attempt to keep the schedule we announced earlier, i.e. having a new release out by the time the coding starts for this year's Summer of Code. It is not finished yet. The issues we know about are:MS SQL support is still not quite working.A few more theme changes will be required before the final release.The issues we don't know about is why we are releasing this beta now: If you have chance to run it on a local server or a non-productive site, please download it and give it a try. And if you notice any problems, let us know.As you can see, we haven't updated geeklog.net yet - we'll do that once we're moving to release candidates. If you want to see a site running on 1.5.0, try geeklog.info, but keep in mind that the most dramatic changes (install script, config GUI, etc.) are "under the hood" and not visible to normal users. You'll have to try it for yourself to see them :-) [Less]

Google have now published the list of accepted students for this year's Summer of Code. For Geeklog, the following projects made the cut:For Geeklog 1.x:Jared Wenerd will be working on improving the comments handling, mentored by Michael JervisSami ... [More] Mazen Barakat will be working on improving the search functionality, mentored by Randy KolenkoMatt West returns to further work on the install script and improve the plugin installation process, mentored by Dirk HaunAman Parnami will be working on a Mailman plugin, mentored by Blaine Lang (with some help from the Mailman project)For Geeklog 2:Dhairya Dnyanpal Dand will be working on a generalized mapping plugin, mentored by Justin CarlsonWilliam P Bushey will be working on social networking features, mentored by Michael TuttyCongratulations to Aman, Dhairya, Jared, Matt, Sami, and William and we're looking forward to working with you during the summer.Thanks to everyone who submitted an application and our apologies to those that weren't selected. If you have any questions regarding your application, feel free to contact us at the usual address. [Less]

So while we're busy reviewing the student applications for the Summer of Code, here's a quick update on the status of the next Geeklog release, 1.5:The plan is to release Geeklog 1.5 (which includes the results of last year's GSoC) in time for the ... [More] start of the coding phase of this year's Summer of Code. In other words, before May 26th.Things are looking good so far. There are still some bugs and kinks to be worked out (e.g. support for MS SQL is currently broken), but there is already one site out there running on 1.5.And in related news, our bugtracker, which was missing in action for over a year now, is tentatively back. [Less]

Student applications for this year's Summer of Code have now closed. Thanks to everybody who submitted an application!We will now review and rank the applications. Results will be published on April 21st.In the meantime, can all those who submitted ... [More] an application please keep an eye on it? We may have questions or comments, which you may want to reply to. [Less]

Student applications for this year's Summer of Code are now open! We're looking forward to applications from students wanting to work on Geeklog. Please see our ideas page for details.If I may add a few notes and tips:There's no need to rush! ... [More] Applications are open until March 31, so take your time. We would rather see a detailed application on March 31 than a rushed one now. There are no bonus points for being early. Of course this shouldn't stop you from talking to us now (to discuss your ideas, send in drafts, etc.)."I'm interested in working on Geeklog!" is not an applicationThe application is supposed to tell us which project you would like to work on, how you plan to do it, and include a timeline. You may also want to tell us something about yourself and why you think we should pick your application. If you have any questions, talk to us before sending the application. Contact details are listed on the ideas page. Please also review all the extensive information that Google provides for students.Look out for comments on your application.Once you've submitted your application, please keep an eye on it, as we may have questions and comments.(This list may be updated if necessary.) [Less]

Geeklog has been accepted in to the Google Summer of Code(tm) 2008. After last year's participation, this is now our second year on that program:Google Summer of Code (GSoC) is a program that offers student developers stipends to write code for ... [More] various open source projects. Student applications will be accepted starting next Monday (24th). Students interested in working on Geeklog, please have a look at our ideas page. For any questions, feel free to use any of the contacts listed there. Also, don't forget to check out Google's extensive FAQ.We are very excited to be back in the Summer of Code and we're looking forward to working together with the students. This is a great way for students to get some experience in working on an open source project. And for Geeklog, we hope to not only get some new features but also some new members for the Geeklog community. [Less]

MustLive pointed out a possible XSS in the form to email an article to a friend that we're fixing with this release.Please note that this problem only exists in Geeklog 1.4.0 - neither Geeklog 1.4.1 nor any older versions (1.3.x series) have that ... [More] problem.To upgrade from Geeklog 1.4.0sr5-1, download the upgrade archive. To upgrade from any other 1.4.0 version, please use the combo update, which also includes all the previous security updates.Upgrades should be straightforward, as you only have to replace one file. Since security issues are often exploited soon after they become public, you should install this upgrade as soon as possible. [Less]

Attention all developers!!! Do you have some nice designs that you would like to share, but are unsure about diving into all the .thtml files to create a complete theme? Are you interested in being part of the development of one of the fastest ... [More] growing plugins for Geeklog?!  Want to cure cancer and develop world peace?!!  (okay, we can't promise that! ...But we can promise peace of mind to site admins not wanting to edit their theme by hand! :-)As Chameleon nears another release, we are asking for your help!  We are looking for contributions of theme elements (called stylepacks) to be included in future releases of Chameleon!  Don't delay!Contribute your style code today!  Read on at gllabs.org for more details... [Less]

Chameleon v1.0 - The Complete CSS Theme Solution for Geeklog!Introducing Chameleon, the plugin/theme that allows a Geeklog site admin to create over 88,128 different site layouts with just a few clicks of the mouse!  Based on modular CSS, and a pure ... [More] <div> driven layout (look Ma, no tables!) Chameleon will transform the way you think about Geeklog 1.4.1 themes forever! Enjoy the benefits of SEO friendly code, where the content of your site comes first, followed by the left and right blocks! Choose from 17 different page layouts, including 7 fluid and 10 fixed width variations! Select from 12 different horizontal menu styles, with the ability to specify left or right alignment! Use 3 different block variations including separate styling for left and right blocks! Pick your favorite of 8 base color schemes with light and dark color styles for each main color! All modifications are made from your site, with the click of a mouse! No .thtml or .css files to get lost in (...unless you want to ;-)Visit gl Labs to read more about Chameleon in our Wiki, then take it for a test drive over at demo.gllabs.org now (registration required) and download Chameleon today! [Less]

Chevrotiere.com is pleased to announce the launch of the TaskMan plugin! TaskMan is a plugin for the Geeklog framework which keeps track of your tasks. With it you will record your to do list, and as you work on each item, you check in and check out ... [More] each task. Once you have added and completed all your tasks, you can view the calendar to see just exactly what you did each day. And when your boss needs to know what you did, you can go to the reporting page, and print out a nice excel spreadsheet of all your activities, grouped by client and project!Check out the documentation, and if you like what you see, you can download TaskMan from Chevrotiere.com.Additionally, there are two new Geeklog themes which can also be downloaded from Chevrotiere.com. To preview these themes go to the theme documentation.Enjoy! [Less]