[Release] FlareCMS

[-Blader-]

For the past few weeks, I've been working on the new FlareCMS that I had planned to do after I had discontinued the old FlareCMS project. I coded it from scratch but I took a few things from the old CMS. I'm still in the process of adding more features to this CMS but I think I have developed it enough for usage now. For more information, read the "About" section in the README file. In the future, I MIGHT release a version or modification compatible with Vana / Titan because it's only changing a few of the sql queries.

Spoiler:

Step 1:
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Open the file 'includes/config.php' and edit the MySQL info.
inside for the CMS to work properly. Follow the comments.


Step 2:
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Open up any browser and enter the path to your CMS. If you're
hosting the CMS on your own computer, just type in 'localhost'
and the folder if you put the files in one.
(Ex. http://localhost/flare/ )


Step 3:
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After you've completed step 2, you should be redirected to the
installation page. If it doesn't redirect you to the page you
must add 'install/index.php' to the end of the url. Follow all
of the instructions on that page to successfully install this
CMS. All settings can be changed in the AdminCP after you've
installed the CMS.


Step 4:
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Remove the file 'index.php' from the 'install' folder after the
installation. After this you can edit your site settings, add
entries, downloads, etc.


If you have any questions about the installation process, feel
free to contact me where I'm available.

Spoiler:

• Homepage, Registration, Download, Ranking, Support page as usual
• Server Statistics (Total accounts, total characters, server status, etc.)
• UserCP and AdminCP
• News & Comment system
• Information is stored in SQL instead of PHP
• Available SQL configuration: Settings, Downloads, Entries, Templates, Rules, FAQ, Navigation, and Staff List
• Template system
• Custom fixes and pages
• Protected against SQL injections and others
• And more, can't list them from the top of my head

Spoiler:

Q: How do I install FlareCMS?
A: Read the 'Installation' part of this README.

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Q: How do I turn on the site after I turned it offline?
A: Change the value of the setting 'site_online' to 1 in the
'cms_settings' table

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Q: How do I make someone an Admin?
A: Change the 'cms_admin' column to 1 in the 'accounts' table

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Q: How can I get my work committed to the project?
A: Any modification, template, things that may be useful to
the project can be sent to me and I'll decide if it will be
committed. The files might be changed by me to either meet
my coding standards or for other reasons (Ex. compatibility)

Spoiler:

Main Site Preview:


Control Panel Preview:


BluePigment Preview:


TechJunkie Preview:
http://i131.photobucket.com/albums/p...techjunkie.jpg

The current default template of the CMS is plain because I didn't bother working on the template this time, I just made a simple one. You guys can create your own templates or take them from somewhere and make it work with the CMS. I might make a new default template for the CMS some time in the future possibly.

I haven't tested this CMS completely so there might be a few flaws in the security and bugs. Please report any if you find them. I'll also provide help to questions in this thread ONLY. Do not private message me unless I tell you to or add me on any messenger.

I will be developing it at random times of the week so there might not be progress for 1-2 days at certain times. If anyone has suggestions on what to add or fix then I'll gladly accept it.

Enjoy!

[MentaL]

[holthelper]

lol a new FlairCMS

[MSDartz]

Haven't tested it but it looks very nice ^_^

Good job

[minikevin12]

nice :P i love this

[Hydroxygen]

Will any cms be as good as s0wh4ts? =(

[Transient]

Will any cms be as good as s0wh4ts? =(

This is so much better then s0wh4t's.

[Chinese]

Looks great! I haven't tested it but I know it's great :)

[holthelper]

s0wh4ts was a simple design with alot of functions...

if you want to compare than compare the design and function together its all up to who ever wants to use it. most people go after looks, others, functions.

to most people this is the 1337 but to other its hideous. this can also apply to any other CMS. like i said before its up to the person to use it or not.

[Roamer]

Try making the News system (Notice/patches/events) include the images.

[-Blader-]

Try making the News system (Notice/patches/events) include the images.

The reason why I chose not to do this is because I allowed use of custom ones (Not just limited to 'Notice', 'Event', etc.) I didn't want to dynamically create images either because I wouldn't know how long the user would make it so the text may go off the image.

Thanks for the comments.

[`The One]

Looks nice.

[Horizon]

Welcome back, Blader. Good luck on this CMS =)

[GTR]

would be nice with a downlaod link >.>

[Horizon]

would be nice with a downlaod link >.>

Lol the link to the svn is right there.

[GTR]

download link not svn link i deleted tortiose svn and what about the people who dont have it and dont know how to check out .. they need a nediafire link or rapid share or some shit .. you knwo what i mean =]

[Horizon]

download link not svn link i deleted tortiose svn and what about the people who dont have it and dont know how to check out .. they need a nediafire link or rapid share or some shit .. you knwo what i mean =]

Everything is on an SVN these days. It's so much easier for us developers. Just download tortoise instead of relying on others.

[AccuracyAce]

Cype MSCMS rips this in my opinion, but nice topic/post, has loads of info and the graphics look nice.

Good luck! ;)
PS. I used to use your old FlareCMS

[mikkeyboi]

I like this CMS. It's simple, and easy to use. There is plenty of room for improvement; as in customizing. To me, it already hits all the basic needs of a CMS - even though it is the first revision.

This has potential, keep up the good work =]

[SaintsIan]

So formal :D

[green45]

So formal :D

That's Blader for you.

[famasown64]

Your spoilers don't work

[xPhen]

Cype is better.

[holthelper]

again dont compare 2 different CMS... its up to you if you like it or not. other might like that and other will hate it. from what you say you dislike so dont post saying so.

xPen is $postCount++;

lol anyways. just say goodjob - gj whatever but dont say some other CMS is better for ill wait for you to release a CMS and say FlairCMS is better >.>

@ontopic -
good job ^_^

[kensung]

good job and all but when i try to install it i keep getting this error:
'; } else { echo 'You have not configured your config.php properly or your MySQL server is down.'; } } else if ($_GET['step'] == 2) { echo '
I know what it's saying but i have configured it right. sorry if it's stupid or whatever.

[xbLazE]

Simple and nice !
Good job :)