[jherzjherz]

Hello all, wanted to let AHA Forum users know about our midyear 2024 update for AHA members full of AHA news and updates. <Note: If you get the AHA Newsletter this post would already have been emailed to you.> The update includes information on a new AHA Forum. Jazzed to share this news. Read herehttps://www.homebrewersassociation.org/news/midyear-2024-update-for-aha-members/.


Cheers, Julia

[pete b]

I think a lot of users will welcome easier uploading of pictures.

[jherzjherz]

I think a lot of users will welcome easier uploading of pictures.

You, me and all of us. 

[Drewch]

The update includes information on a new AHA Forum.

That's good to hear: the current platform is getting a bit long in the tooth.  Can you share which product we're migrating to? Did you find a way to migrate the existing posts? I've always assumed that was the long pole in the tent preventing moving to a more modern system.

[CounterPressure]

Since she said it came at significant expense (paraphrasing), I'd guess vBulliten.

[denny]

Since she said it came at significant expense (paraphrasing), I'd guess vBulliten.

No, it's not, but I'm not at liberty to say what it is. The mods have had a chance to evaluate several options and make our suggestions.

[jherzjherz]

The update includes information on a new AHA Forum.

That's good to hear: the current platform is getting a bit long in the tooth.  Can you share which product we're migrating to? Did you find a way to migrate the existing posts? I've always assumed that was the long pole in the tent preventing moving to a more modern system.

Discourse is the new platform. Regarding existing posts (which are gems in so many ways based on the collective wealth of knowledge by Forum users and our mods), what is in motion is to move over the full body of work. There also will be an opportunity to share feedback once in the new interface is launched, as one-and done for this move is not the intention.

Brew on. Julia

[jherzjherz]

Since she said it came at significant expense (paraphrasing), I'd guess vBulliten.

No, it's not, but I'm not at liberty to say what it is. The mods have had a chance to evaluate several options and make our suggestions.

And thank you Denny, for the ongoing engagement and giving towards the forum.   

[Kevin]

I hate Discourse! It should be called Disorganized. It's a pain in the ass to go back and find previous info.

[jherzjherz]

I hate Discourse! It should be called Disorganized. It's a pain in the ass to go back and find previous info.

Kevin good to know and I've learned all platforms have a spectrum of options, strengths and requirements. We've tested and tested and are excited about landing on the robust package of functionality. Would you be willing to be one of our feedback users since you have experience? Reach out direct if so. ahaed@brewersassociation.org.

[Kevin]

After I posted that it occurred to me... I was talking about the app Discord. Is there another platform called "Discourse"? If that's the case, I don't know that one so disregard my post.

[CounterPressure]

After I posted that it occurred to me... I was talking about the app Discord. Is there another platform called "Discourse"? If that's the case, I don't know that one so disregard my post.

Yes, there is a forum platform called Discourse.  Used by folks like Samsung, et al.  Look up Discourse forum examples and you can go check out some forums using that platform. It's a different layout for sure, but I have zero experience with it. I've never posted a single message on one of those forums.  The interface does appear geared toward mobile devices which isn't a desirable benefit to me, as I'm old-school. 

And I agree, I'd rather be poked in the eye with a sharp stick vs spending time on discord...

[jherzjherz]

Correct. Discourse YES. Discord No.

[BrewingRover]

Thanks for committing to migrating posts. I remember when Northern Brewer migrated and deleted everything, it pretty much killed their forum.

[denny]

Thanks for committing to migrating posts. I remember when Northern Brewer migrated and deleted everything, it pretty much killed their forum.

I don't think there was consideration of any other way. When I was on the GC, I was adamant about retaining the knowledge base on a new forum.