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Desk Mess Mirrored 2.0

Edward Caissie — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 16:34:19 +0000

Desk Mess Mirrored version 2.0 should be showing up in your Dashboard|Updates later today if you have not already seen it. Go ahead, get the new version! It was great to add the new features and better documentation … I know that’s a bit geeky, but there you go.

It’s not so much that 2.0 is any sort of milestone, per se, as I generally follow a similar version numbering system as WordPress; although I must admit there was definitely a push to do something significant because it is a point-zero release after all.

That being said, I added the functionality of some of the core supported post-formats (aside, quote, and status), which was the big push for this release, as well as improving the overall typography.

For a full list of the changes, please have a look at the changelog below.

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== Version 2.0 ==
Changelog: January 9, 2012
= Code =
* Added additional PHPDoc style documentation
* Added `DMM WP Title` – utilizes the `wp_title` filter to add text to the default title output
* Added `DMM Use Posted` function for posts without titles
* Added minimal doc-block to each template file as relevant
* Added ‘desk-mess-mirrored’ loop template
* Added ‘dmm-navigation’ and implemented in 404, index, archive, and author template files
* Added post-formats: aside, quote, and status
* Added clearing `div` at top of ‘author’ and ‘page’ templates
* Added project TODO section to ‘index.php’
* Added `DMM Add Body Classes` – Adds additional classes to the core `body_class` function
* Changed `BNS Theme Version` to `DMM Theme Version` with extensive re-writes to text displayed
* Changed `my_theme_data` to `active_theme_data` in `DMM Theme Version`
* Changed post navigation test to ‘Older posts’ and ‘Newer posts’ replacing ‘Previous entries’ and ‘Next entries’ respectively
* Implemented ‘desk-mess-mirrored’ loop in 404, archive, author, index (home, front-page), page, single templates
* Re-defined each widget area separately to allow for descriptions to show end-user more details about each area
* Removed ‘Home” link code from `dmm_list_pages`
* Removed unused images (from IE6 support)
* Renamed `BNS Dynamic Copyright` to `DMM Dynamic Copyright` (refactored changelog)
* Renamed `BNS Modified Post` to `DMM Modified Post` (refactored changelog)
* Replaced TEMPLATEPATH constant with `get_template_directory_uri`
* Rewrote class used in ‘author’ template to add author role as a class element
* Updated documentation to clarify `DMM Dynamic Copyright` parameters
* Updated ‘readme.txt’ information – NB: All open and new TODO items will be found in their appropriate file going forward from this version

= CSS =
* Added ‘Order of Contents’ reference to the stylesheet with minor re-organization
* Added id `wp-link-pages` wrapper to `wp_link_pages` output
* Added CSS placeholder elements (.administrator, .editor, .contributor, .subscriber, and .guest) for new comment author classes
* Changed bottom of post to have smaller separating margin and added a bottom border to better delineate posts
* Changed base font-size to 100% and adjusted typography as needed/required
* Removed the right and bottom borders from the gallery images; and added additional elements to handle galleries up to 10 columns wide
* Removed (using comments) `background property` from `code` element
* Removed margins from a blockquote if it is within another blockquote
* Reorganized stylesheet and added ‘Order of Contents’ section for reference
* Updated forms and search widget styles

= Internet Browsers Reviewed =
* Apple Safari v5.1.2
* Firefox v9.0.1
* Google Chrome v15.0
* Internet Explorer v9.0
* Opera v11.60

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Also to note, if you are using a Child-Theme of Desk Mess Mirrored (notably the Multi Child-Theme) it is vitally important you download and install its Desk Mess Mirrored 2.0 compatible version.

Desk Mess Mirrored 2.0-RC1

Edward Caissie — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 21:30:39 +0000

Just a quick note to those using the Desk Mess Mirrored theme and any Child-Themes of it, the latest version (2.0) is now set to its first Release Candidate (RC). Please feel free to have a look around this site to get an idea of the visual changes (note the new typography) as well as other aesthetic changes.

If you are interested in looking at the code, feel free to visit the GitHub repository: https://github.com/Cais/desk-mess-mirrored

Also to note, the Multi Child-Theme is also at its 2.0-RC1 version as well. The code for it can be found on GitHub as well: https://github.com/Cais/multi

IF you wish to upgrade with the RC versions, once the final versions of these themes are released you will be able to update as you have done in the past … in the terms of WordPress version 2.0 is newer than version 2.0-RC1, etc.

Enjoy!

Desk Mess Mirrored 1.9.1

Edward Caissie — Thu, 01 Dec 2011 15:01:53 +0000

Yesterday the latest version of Desk Mess Mirrored was approved into the WordPress Extend Themes repository. This version, 1.9.1, is more a maintenance release than anything else and was noted as such on Trac ticket #5877:

I consider this a maintenance release prior to releasing version 2.0.

The diff may give a difference impression as the majority of changes shown in the diff are due to code white-space and layout changes rather than actual code changes.

As referenced in the Changelog as of November 29, 2011:

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Changelog as of November 29, 2011:
== Version 1.9.1 ==
* added CSS optimizations
* added PHPDoc style documentation
* combined added comment classes `user-ID` and `microid` creation into one function `Add Comment Classes` in ‘comments.php’
* corrected comment reply style
* drop direct support for Internet Explorer 6 or order
* modified `.widget h2` CSS to better allow for long titles in the sidebar
* moved “You must be logged in to post a comment.” to be more clearly readable
* moved enqueued `comment-reply` call from ‘header.php’ to ‘functions.php’
* removed `get_page_number` function as no longer needed
* removed ‘category.php’ template file as not used
* reviewed and corrected old changelog entries for spelling and other minor typos
* updated ‘readme.txt’ (minor changes)

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* Internet Browsers Reviewed
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* Apple Safari v5.1.1 (Mac)
* Apple Safari v5.1.1 (PC)
* Firefox v8.0 (Mac)
* Firefox v8.0 (PC)
* Google Chrome v15.0
* Internet Explorer v9.0
* Opera v11.52
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… and as noted, version 2.0 will be released in the (near?) future mostly dependent on the new features I have decided to add and/or the ideas/requests I will accept and include as well.

Enjoy!

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NB: The Multi Child-Theme has been updated to version 1.9.1 and should work fine with this maintenance release. Please be advised there may be several significant changes to Multi with the release of Desk Mess Mirrored 2.0. EAC

Desk Mess Mirrored Most Popular WordPress Theme

Edward Caissie — Sun, 17 Jul 2011 20:22:24 +0000

OK, so maybe it’s not THE most popular theme but it is on the first page today! Have a look:

Here’s a link to a screenshot of the full page, too (expand and scroll to the bottom of the image).

Desk Mess Mirrored 1.9

Edward Caissie — Sat, 16 Jul 2011 16:41:52 +0000

This version of Desk Mess Mirrored should correct the issues found in previous versions with the use of Custom Menus. All of the changes and modifications that were introduced in version 1.8.7 are also included. If you use the Child-Theme Multi, please update to its current version 1.9 as well. The changes made in Desk Mess Mirrored version 1.9 have a direct impact on Multi’s functionality.

Edit: Please insure you are using the current version of Multi (2457), version 1.9. EAC

Desk Mess Mirrored 1.8.7 and Custom Menus

Edward Caissie — Wed, 13 Jul 2011 21:41:38 +0000

Due to recent changes to the menu styles “Custom Menus” may not be displaying correctly or at all. Thank you to everyone that has emailed or commented reporting this issue. I will address it as soon as possible and release an update as soon as it is ready. Also to note, users of the Child-Theme Multi may also be experiencing a different but related issue. Please update your version of Multi to the latest release, version 1.8.7 … you can download it here: Multi (2457)

Edit: A reversion to 1.8.6.1 has been submitted to the WordPress Extend Theme repository, see version 1.8.7.1. This is a temporary fix until the menu issue can be properly addressed. EAC

Edit: Version 1.8.7.1 is live and virtually identical to version 1.8.6.1 … please “update” and thank you in advance for your patience and perseverance while I sort through this issue and find the most functional and correct solution. EAC

Desk Mess Mirrored 1.8.7

Edward Caissie — Wed, 13 Jul 2011 03:23:15 +0000

I just released a new version of Desk Mess Mirrored. It needed a few corrections as shown via the latest Theme Unit Test data being used by the WordPress Theme Review Team. Coincidentally, WordPress version 3.2.1 was also released today so it is safe to say the most recent version of Desk Mess Mirrored has been tested with the most recent stable release of WordPress … and all is good!

Here is the recent changelog for those that want to have a read before installing and/or updating to the current version:

Changelog as of July 12, 2011:
-- Version 1.8.7
  - tested compatible up to WordPress 3.2.1
  - removed inline styles affecting `the_tags()` in index, single, category, author, and 404 templates
  - chronologically arranged the 'Basic FAQ' in the readme file (most recent addition first).
  - hide comment "balloon" if post is password protected
  - miscellaneous clean-up in the style.css file
  - re-worked dropdown menu CSS to better handle multiple child menu items from one parent menu item
  - re-worked "sticky note" image to handle longer menu item names before repeating the image

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  * Internet Browsers Reviewed *
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  * Apple Safari v5.0.5 (Mac)  *
  * Apple Safari v5.0.5 (PC)   *
  * Firefox v5.0 (Mac)         *
  * Firefox v5.0 (PC)          *
  * Google Chrome v12.0        *
  * Internet Explorer v9.0     *
  * Opera v11.11               *
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Enjoy!

Desk Mess Mirrored 1.8.6.1

Edward Caissie — Mon, 20 Jun 2011 14:50:06 +0000

Although I have been actively working on many different projects lately I still make sure to take the time to read and respond to feedback from end-users and clients alike, especially when there is general functionality to be gained by adopting their ideas and suggestions.

Born from the idea of Rey Junco, I have updated the `bns_dynamic_copyright` function to be more easily configured in Child-Themes; and, from Andy Fragen‘s suggestion I have re-worked the theme’s ‘setup’ function to also be more easily addressed with Child-Themes.

Here is the most recent Changelog entries:

Changelog as of June 19, 2011:
-- Version 1.8.6.1
- corrected readme.txt file FAQ re: `bns_dynamic_copyright`

-- Version 1.8.6
- released June 19, 2011
- tested compatible up to WordPress 3.2-RC1
- re-worked `bns_dynamic_copyright` to be more easily defined by the end-user
- re-worked `desk_mess_mirrored_setup` to add additional `if ( ! function_exists() )` checks
- re-worked `bns_theme_version` and `bns_modified_post` to better handle internationalization

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* Internet Browsers Reviewed *
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* Apple Safari v5.0.5 (Mac)  *
* Apple Safari v5.0.5 (PC)   *
* Firefox v4.0.1 (Mac)       *
* Firefox v4.0.1 (PC)        *
* Google Chrome v12.0        *
* Internet Explorer v9.0     *
* Opera v11.11               *
*                            *
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-- Version 1.8.5
- added function_exists check for `dmm_get_page_number`, `bns_dynamic_copyright` and `bns_theme_version`
- added function_exists check for `bns_modified_post` (still not implemented fully in theme)

There are still a small number of items I will be addressing with the Theme but with these latest entries I believe many more people will be able to further enjoy and implement their own Child-Themes of Desk Mess Mirrored.

Also, as always, please feel free to leave a comment with your customization, suggestion, or idea … all are welcomed.

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NB: Don’t forget look at my plugins also found here on BuyNowShop.com; each one has been recently improved and / or given added functionality. Enjoy! EAC.

May 2011 Updates

Edward Caissie — Tue, 31 May 2011 18:59:38 +0000

It seems I have been on a bit of a tear with updating recently. Although nothing very dramatic, all of the recent (and upcoming) updates are still useful; and, I suggest keeping up-to-date at your earliest convenience.

The first updates are for two long-standing plugins: BNS Featured Category; and, BNS Featured Tag. Versions 1.8.5 and 1.8.4 respectively are now readily available from the WordPress Extend Plugin repository. As both plugins are very similar, the updates to each are almost identical in nature. That being the case, I will just list the common changelog details. Please feel free to read the specifics after you update.

- released May 2011
- confirmed compatible with WordPress version 3.2
- addressed some minor items in the readme
- cleaned up some text strings in the code
- minor variable changes
- `load_*_widget()`, `*_first_words()`

Next on the updates list is my long time favorite Theme, Desk Mess Mirrored. Again, minor updates, especially since this is what I would call a mature theme. Most of the changes and modifications were directed at adding additional aesthetics via CSS, or at least allowing end-users to be able to further style elements of the Theme. Here is the changelog of recently go “live” version 1.8.5:

- released May 30, 2011
- add 'WordPress Required Version: 3.0' and 'Tested Up To: 3.2' - see http://core.trac.wordpress.org/ticket/16868
- added (temporary) Jetpack plugin CSS to resolve clearing issue; see http://tinyurl.com/jetpack-clear-issue
- modify `bns_dynamic_copyright` to include link to home page
- modify `bns_dynamic_copyright` and `bns_theme_version` to have unique `span` wrappers for styling
- adjust comment styles: `p`

There are many more updates (some minor, some not so much) to be addressed with all of my public Themes and Plugins. This will be my focus for the next little while, but please feel free to contact me if you need help with other items or issues WordPress related. I am often available to provide various WordPress Services.

Multi 1.8.3 Live

Edward Caissie — Wed, 16 Mar 2011 13:33:56 +0000

Although I actually finished updating the Child-Theme Multi for Desk Mess Mirrored almost two weeks ago I just realized, with as busy as I have been lately, I had not uploaded the files for public consumption.

So without further ado please enjoy the latest version of Multi (2457).