Yes, we should NOT get into debates about PHP vs JAVA vs ROR vs C++ vs XYZ. Don't even bring up databases. We're all old enough to know that leads nowhere.sixxie wrote:I'd avoid PHP wherever possible, but that's something I try not to get into big online debates about
If you're going to use PHP anyway, is there a specific reason to avoid phpBB? Its security record seems about as good as any other PHP app, and everyone already knows how to use it.
phpBB is fine for the time being. I agree it has got many good things going for it. It needs to be integrated more into the main site, that could be one task for someone. Like I said earlier, it is one of the dogs bollox of internet forums - the other being vBulletin. Its just that they are both overkill for a site which has only 4 categories and about 200+ posts. As for users knowing how to use it - you got me there, its gonna be real hard for them to switch to another forum
Attention should be focused on the main site and the fundamental features. Not just features but the user experience, encouraging them to upload content. Before that happens I think we need the admins blessing...