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Hello UX community! We are back with another update mainly consisting of the notifications to keep you up to date for recent activity on your posts. Below you can see a list of all the relevant things added/changed.
Major Updates:
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Enhanced Notifications System:
- You will receive a notification when someone likes, comments, replies your post and mentions you.
- New sign-in sidebar for viewing notifications.
- Sorting by mentions and recent activity.
- Introduction of read/unread toggles.
Visual updates:
- Unread count indicator
- Notification sorting
- Clearer delete options
Notifications User Interface Improvements:
- Notifications design aligned with overall user interface adjustments.
- Refined options menu visibility and positioning for notification card.
- Consistent styling for notification cards, including width, alignment, and text limits.
Minor Other Adjustments:
- Posts that are saved now show the user information rather than "undefined".
- Removed unnecessary "loading..." message and "No more comments" feedback.
Kind regards,
The UX Was Here Team 😀
Hello again UX community! We have now released beta V1.4.0 which includes three new features!
What's New:
Resources:
You can now view resources for any information regarding videos, articles, or courses.
Like jobs or events, you can also request to upload your own resource.
Saving:
You can now save posts, events, jobs, and resources which you can view on the saved page. To make things easy, each item is organized under their own category and which also includes a search bar to make it easy to find a specific piece of information.
Replying works for any post comment:
In the comment section on posts, you can now reply to any type of comment. Before you could only reply to a comment that wasn't also a reply.
We're constantly working to make UX Was Here more user-friendly and reliable. Your feedback is crucial in shaping the future of our platform, and we're grateful for the support and insights you provide. We hope you enjoy these new features! Keep an eye out for further enhancements, and as always, let us know any feedback you have.
Kind regards,
The UX Was Here Team 🙂
UX Was Here Release Notes: Beta V1.3.2
Greetings, UX community! We're back with another update that fine-tunes UX Was Here, making job hunting and community interactions even more seamless and efficient. Beta V1.3.2 is all about enhancing functionality and squashing bugs to give you a smoother experience.
What's New:
Jobs Page Enhancements:
Pagination: Navigate through job listings with ease using our new pagination feature, making your search more manageable.
Display Options:
Customize how you view job listings with new display filters—choose to see 15, 30, or 50 jobs per page.Sorting Capabilities: Now you can sort job postings by date, viewing the newest or oldest listings first to keep up with the latest opportunities.
Bug Fixes:
Emoji Picker Performance:
We've made the emoji picker more responsive, so adding a little flair to your posts is quicker than ever.Mobile Posting:
Improved the mobile view UI to prevent accidental post submissions when pressing enter.Stability Enhancements:
Fixed an issue where verified email accounts were causing the site to crash when trying to comment.We're constantly working to make UX Was Here more user-friendly and reliable. This update focuses on features requested by you—our passionate UX community. Your feedback is crucial in shaping the future of our platform, and we're grateful for the support and insights you provide.
Known Issues:
No new major issues have been reported with this release.
We hope you enjoy these new updates! Keep an eye out for further enhancements, and as always, let us know any feedback you have.
Happy job hunting and connecting!
Warm regards,
The UX Was Here Team
Release Date: Feb 9th 2024
Our team at UX Was Here is pleased to present version V1.3.1, an incremental update focused on enhancing the Events and Explore pages. Here’s a rundown of the latest features and fixes we've rolled out:
Events Page Enhancements:
Improved Search:
The search bar is now fully functional, making event discovery a breeze.Advanced Filters:
Users can now filter events by location and type to find the most relevant gatherings.Location Details:
Events listings now include detailed location information, providing country and city visibility at a glance.Explore Page Improvements:
Streamlined Interactions:
We've removed toast messages for a cleaner experience when liking and commenting.Visual Commenting:
Comments can now include images, adding a visual touch to discussions.Expressive Posts:
Emojis have been introduced to posts, allowing users to add a spark of expression to their interactions.Edit Indication:
Edited posts are now marked as "edited," maintaining transparency in conversations.Comments Pagination:
Introduced a "load more comments" feature, replacing the infinite scroll for easier navigation.Filter UI Fix:
Adjusted the filter position on the Explore page for improved layout and accessibility.We’re continually working to refine and enhance UX Was Here, and these updates are part of our commitment to creating a more engaging and user-friendly experience.
Stay tuned for more updates as we strive to make UX Was Here the best place for UX professionals to connect and grow. As always, we value your feedback and encourage you to share your thoughts and suggestions.
Happy exploring!
The UX Was Here Team
Release Date: Feb 2nd, 2024
We're excited to announce the release of V1.3.0 for UX Was Here, which introduces our highly anticipated Events Page among other updates and fixes. Get ready to connect with the UX community like never before!
New Features:
Events Page Live: A dedicated space for UX events where users can discover upcoming webinars, workshops, conferences, and more.
Event Submission: Users can now request to add their own UX-related events to the platform, expanding our community-driven event listings.
Improvements:
Enhanced User Interaction: Streamlined the user experience on the Jobs Page, making it easier and more intuitive to navigate through job opportunities.
Event Discovery: Filtering capabilities on the Events Page, allow for a tailored experience to find events that best suit your interests.
Bug Fixes:
Jobs Page Duplication: Resolved an issue where users’ job post requests would duplicate upon admin approval.
Image Scaling and Load Times: Addressing known issues with image scaling on the Events Page for a more visually appealing layout.
Comment Loading: Identified an issue with comments not adding in real-time; a fix is in progress.
Load Times: Our team is optimizing load times to ensure swift access to all events and features.
As UX Was Here continues to grow, we are committed to providing a robust platform that serves the needs of the UX community. We thank you for your continued support and feedback, which are vital to our ongoing development efforts.
Up Next: Keep an eye out for upcoming enhancements, including real-time commenting and performance improvements.
We appreciate your understanding as we work to refine these features. If you encounter any issues or have suggestions, please reach out to our support team.
Thank you for being part of the UX Was Here journey!
Release Date: Jan 18th, 2024
As we continue to enhance UwH, this update brings significant improvements to job posting functionality, UI/UX enhancements, security, and more. Here's what's new in V1.2.0:
New Features:
- Job Posting:Users can now create job postings directly on the site.
- Admin Panel for Jobs:Admins can review, edit, and confirm job postings.
- Job Form:Added validation for required fields and introduced a category field for filtering.
- Job Search:Search and filter functionality added to the jobs page.
- Newsletter:Launched our first weekly email newsletter.
Improvements:
- Admin Panel:Expanded to include a count beside "Pending Requests" and adjustments to the mobile view.
- Mobile Navigation:Side nav improved to close upon selection and adjusted to a third of the screen width.
- Job Cards:Middle-aligned images and resized for a proper fit. Alphabetically ordered filters for job sites and locations.
UI/UX Enhancements:
- Sign-In Modal:Background darkens for better focus on the modal.
- Commenting:Adjusted to not submit until the 'Post' button is pressed.
- Admin Panel View:Streamlined the look and removed unnecessary elements.
Bug Fixes:
- Likes Visibility:Ensured comments and likes are visible even when no user is signed in.
- Real-Time Updates: Fixed issues with real-time updates on user modals and posts.
- Thumbnail Deletion:Corrected thumbnail deletion when job postings are updated or removed.
- Filters:Resolved an issue with the location filter and job posting request count.
Security:
- Database Rules:Enhanced database security measures, including restricted role updates and creation of job postings.
- Firestore Security:Implemented rules to prevent unauthorized role changes and ensure job postings require review.
Other Changes:
- Share Functionality:Reworked sharing code for better integration with social platforms.
- Popups and Modals:Unified styling to match the theme and added loading indicators for job actions.
- Announcements:Introduced announcements to the Events and Jobs pages.
Known Issues:
- Image Handling:Working on cases where deleting or updating images doesn't remove the old ones from the database.
- Preview Feature:Paused the share preview feature implementation to seek additional support.
As always, we're committed to improving UwH based on your feedback. If you encounter any issues or have suggestions, please reach out through our contact form.
Thank You for being part of our community and for your continued support!
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