# Dagelijkse samenvatting (5.00 uur UTC)
**URL:** https://meta.discourse.org/t/daily-summary-5am-utc/291851
**Category:** Forum summaries
**Created:** [16 januari 2024 om 21:58 UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/daily-summary-5am-utc/291851 "2024-01-16T21:58:09Z")
**Posts on this page:** 20
**Page:** 3
### Author:  [@Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Discourse)
#### Post date: [5 oktober 2024 om 05:00 UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/daily-summary-5am-utc/291851/264 "2024-10-05T05:00:52Z")
Today on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)…
## Key Stats
- New posts: 104
- New topics: 14
- Top users:
- @Lilly (15 likes, 5 posts)
- @Falco (13 likes, 4 posts)
- @pfaffman (8 likes, 11 posts)
- @Moin (8 likes, 3 posts)
- @RGJ (8 likes, 3 posts)
- @merefield (8 likes, 5 posts)
- @fredrikj (6 likes, 2 posts)
- @mcwumbly (5 likes, 1 post)
- @cogdog (5 likes, 2 posts)
- @jericson (4 likes, 4 posts)
## Interesting Topics
### #Feature
- @ToddZ suggested the ability to [administratively “re-parent” replies](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/128953/5?silent=true) that were mistakenly posted as topic replies instead of direct responses to specific posts. This sparked a discussion about the pros and cons of such a feature, with considerations for topic clarity and user education. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/128953?silent=true).
### #Support
- A user reported [issues with spell checking in Firefox on macOS](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329396?silent=true) while editing posts. Other users confirmed that spell checking was working correctly for them, suggesting it might be a local configuration issue. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329396?silent=true).
- @barryscott sought help to [enable spell checking in Firefox on macOS](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329396?silent=true) for Discourse forums. @jericson and @Lilly provided screenshots showing spell check working correctly, indicating it might be a local browser setting issue. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329396?silent=true).
- @christopherpross, a blind user, reported an [issue with automatic scrolling on Discourse websites](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329422?silent=true) when using NVDA screen reader and Firefox. The problem doesn’t occur in Chromium-based browsers, suggesting a potential accessibility bug specific to Firefox. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329422?silent=true).
### #Bug
- A user reported that [usercards reappear when scrolling away](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329436?silent=true) far enough to load new posts, even without clicking on them again. This unexpected behavior was demonstrated with a video, highlighting a potential UI glitch. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329436?silent=true).
### #Plugin
- In the Discourse Chatbot plugin thread, @exlabs encountered a [gem activation error](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/256652/961?silent=true) while trying to install the plugin. @merefield suggested it might be due to a conflicting dependency with the Zendesk plugin and offered potential solutions. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/256652/961?silent=true).
- @exlabs sought guidance on [integrating OpenAI with the Discourse Chatbot plugin](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/256652/965?silent=true). @merefield explained that only an API token is needed and highlighted the plugin’s efficient use of the Chat Completions API and Embeddings API. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/256652/965?silent=true).
### #Theme
- A user inquired about [displaying full category titles on mobile devices](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/197703/535?silent=true) while using the Air Theme. The issue involves truncated category names in the mobile view, despite proper display on desktop. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/197703/535?silent=true).
### #Dev
- @stromfeldt proposed creating a [Sign in with Ghost plugin for Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329328?silent=true), aiming to simplify integration between Ghost and Discourse platforms. @pmusaraj suggested exploring existing OAuth tooling if Ghost supports it as an identity provider. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329328?silent=true).
### #Installation
- A user encountered an error during the [rebuild of their Discourse instance](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329365?silent=true), specifically a NULL-Byte warning in the launcher script. @pfaffman and @RGJ provided troubleshooting steps and identified potential causes for the issue. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329365?silent=true).
### #Hosting
- @Heliosurge inquired about experiences with [LeaseWeb as a hosting provider](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/79562/90?silent=true) for Discourse. @Lilly provided a link to a previous discussion about LeaseWeb experiences, offering some context for potential users. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/79562/90?silent=true).
### #SSO
- @Shauny asked about [syncing avatars from Discourse to WordPress automatically](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329386?silent=true) in a [DiscourseConnect](https://meta.discourse.org/t/13045?silent=true) setup. They later solved the issue using Webhooks, demonstrating a practical solution for avatar synchronization between platforms. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329386?silent=true).
### #Marketplace
- A user sought recommendations for [hiring an API developer to connect with Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329271?silent=true). @merefield responded via private message, potentially offering assistance or guidance. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329271?silent=true).
### #Migration
- @LSudo reported [issues with imported images from phpBB](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329319?silent=true) having artifact lines or poor compression after migration to Discourse. @pfaffman suggested checking Discourse settings and the Sidekiq queue for ongoing image processing. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329319?silent=true).
## Activity by the [@team](https://meta.discourse.org/groups/team?silent=true) Group
- @Falco discussed the challenges of implementing [HTTP/3 support in Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329153/11?silent=true), explaining the complexities involved with nginx and potential alternatives like Caddy. He proposed a new template approach for experimenting with different web servers. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329153/11?silent=true).
- @Lilly confirmed that the “arrive at topic” option for invites [is still available](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/328409/5?silent=true) and provided a screenshot demonstrating its presence in the invite creation dialog. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/328409/5?silent=true).
- @Lilly announced a new theme component for [nesting selected categories or subcategories in the sidebar](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329437?silent=true), providing links to the repository and installation guide. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329437?silent=true).
- @pmusaraj responded to an inquiry about creating a [Sign in with Ghost plugin for Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329328/2?silent=true), suggesting that existing OAuth tooling might be sufficient if Ghost supports it as an identity provider. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329328/2?silent=true).
- @mcwumbly shared an update about the new ability to [add multiple groups as category moderators](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/243290/19?silent=true), linking to the relevant pull request. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/243290/19?silent=true).
- @joffreyjaffeux suggested that recent [issues with copying and pasting from Word](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/328694/7?silent=true) might not be related to Discourse, but potentially to changes in Word’s behavior. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/328694/7?silent=true).
Thanks for reading, and I’ll see you again tomorrow! 🙂
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### Author:  [@Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Discourse)
#### Post date: [6 oktober 2024 om 05:01 UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/daily-summary-5am-utc/291851/265 "2024-10-06T05:01:17Z")
Today on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)…
## Key Stats
In the last 24 hours:
- Total new posts: 83
- Total new topics: 13
Top users:
1. @Lilly (30 likes, 12 posts)
2. @Moin (14 likes, 6 posts)
3. @mcwumbly (8 likes, 3 posts)
4. @RGJ (6 likes, 3 posts)
5. @ludwikc (6 likes, 4 posts)
6. @oga (4 likes, 6 posts)
7. @NateDhaliwal (4 likes, 6 posts)
8. @merefield (3 likes, 4 posts)
9. @Musa_H (3 likes, 9 posts)
10. @Shauny (2 likes, 2 posts)
## Interesting Topics
### #Dev
- @Musa_H sought advice on [creating a Discourse site similar to Stemaway.com](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329492?silent=true). @Lilly provided helpful resources for theme and plugin development.
### #Bug
- @ludwikc reported an [issue with the chat reply box on mobile devices](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329466?silent=true) when using the Brand Header theme component. The problem was resolved by disabling the component on mobile.
### #UX
- Users discussed the [accidental pressing of the solution button when liking posts](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/287062/21?silent=true), particularly on mobile devices. @mcwumbly and @Lilly acknowledged the issue’s frequency.
### #Support
- @Shauny inquired about [replacing the AI robot header icon](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329497?silent=true) with a custom SVG. @Lilly and @mcwumbly provided guidance on icon replacement.
- @oga asked about the [theme used on meta.discourse.org](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329471?silent=true) and the availability of the “Radiant” theme. @Lilly clarified that multiple themes are used and provided information on finding and installing themes.
- @Musa_H sought help with [changing category box colors and homepage search bar gradients](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329517?silent=true) in the Mint theme. @Lilly offered guidance on theme customization.
- @fbpbdmin asked about [changing a topic’s timestamp](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329509?silent=true) using the API and encountered a “Bad CSRF” error. @Firepup650 provided the correct API headers to use.
- @tophee requested assistance in [recovering a deleted draft for a personal message reply](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329508?silent=true) after accidentally closing the composition window.
- @KingEZFLOW reported issues with [email confirmation not sending during installation](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329507?silent=true) and sought help configuring SMTP settings.
- @oga inquired about updates on [e-commerce plugins for Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/323329/6?silent=true), following up on a previous discussion.
### #Installation
- @Tealk encountered difficulties with [Let’s Encrypt certificate generation for multiple domains](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/328109/25?silent=true), specifically for the www subdomain.
- @Thomas_Rother faced a [launcher failure due to a NULL-Byte issue](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329365/7?silent=true) and received guidance on YAML file validation.
### #Feature
- @Amicable proposed [identifying the state of the stack in the admin UI](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329316?silent=true) to prompt upgrades when required, sparking a discussion on implementation challenges.
### #Integrations
- @Oliver_Breidenbach reported issues with [Zendesk two-way sync](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/177412/11?silent=true), including webhook 404 errors and problems with ticket reopening.
### #Theme
- @Liseré sought advice on [forcing desktop view on mobile devices](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/197703/541?silent=true) for the Air theme, particularly to display category descriptions and subcategories.
## Activity by the [@team](https://meta.discourse.org/groups/team?silent=true) Group
- @Lilly was particularly active, providing support across multiple topics:
- @mcwumbly contributed to several discussions:
- @HAWK participated in the discussion about [multiple AI bots and public replies](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329452/15?silent=true), confirming the functionality of the Discourse AI plugin.
Thanks for reading, and I’ll see you again tomorrow! 🙂
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### Author:  [@Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Discourse)
#### Post date: [7 oktober 2024 om 05:01 UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/daily-summary-5am-utc/291851/266 "2024-10-07T05:01:06Z")
Today on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)…
## Key Stats
- New posts: 102
- New topics: 8
Top users:
1. @Moin (12 likes, 9 posts)
2. @Heliosurge (9 likes, 12 posts)
3. @twofoursixeight (8 likes, 8 posts)
4. @Jagster (8 likes, 8 posts)
5. @Unit_72 (7 likes, 9 posts)
## Interesting Topics
#Feature
- @Unit_72 proposed an idea for [Trust Level 4 promotion by community election poll](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/286754/16?silent=true), sparking a discussion about the pros and cons of democratizing TL4 selection. @Jagster argued that [forums aren’t democracies](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/286754/17?silent=true) and such elections could become popularity contests. The debate continued with considerations of [admin controls](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/286754/18?silent=true) and potential [solutions to moderation issues](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/286754/20?silent=true).
#Marketplace
- @ludwikc and @Timothy_Vail discussed creating a [Discourse theme to look like Skool](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/326653/9?silent=true), considering using FKB Pro as a base for the work. They are exploring the requirements to adapt it into a Skool-like theme.
#SSO
- @cosdesign sought help on [using DiscourseConnect as a client only](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329573/1?silent=true), aiming to allow website visitors to log in and register solely through Discourse. The discussion included steps taken and configuration attempts.
#Bug
- @eisammy reported an issue with the [/faq page not working correctly](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329576/1?silent=true) after deleting the logs category, resulting in an inability to edit the page and encountering an “Oops!” error upon refresh.
#Support
- @twofoursixeight noticed a glitch in the [flag text when sending a user a message](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329567/1?silent=true) on a specific forum. The issue appears to be related to custom text set by the site administrators.
- @Musa_H resolved an issue with their [theme being stuck in dark mode](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329503/7?silent=true) after receiving assistance from the community.
#chat
- @chapoi addressed a bug where the [brand header breaks the chat reply box on mobile (iOS)](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329466/9?silent=true). A solution was implemented by [removing the brand header from chat](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329466/11?silent=true).
#Community
- A discussion continued on [why Discourse isn’t more frequently recommended as a “community platform”](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/221040/175?silent=true), with users praising Discourse’s calm and straightforward nature compared to other platforms.
#Administrators
- @Moin created a guide on [customizing themes without an Edit HTML/CSS button](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329601/1?silent=true), providing options for customizing remote themes where direct editing is not available.
#Theme component
- @kywalker inquired about [modifying Topic Cards to show first and last names instead of usernames](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/296048/50?silent=true). The community discussed potential solutions and settings that might affect this display.
#Installation
- @KingEZFLOW sought help with a [Net::ReadTimeout error and confirmation emails not sending](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329507/2?silent=true) during Discourse installation. The thread explored various SMTP configuration options and troubleshooting steps.
#Site feedback
- @twofoursixeight asked about [recognition for authors of legacy guides](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329606/1?silent=true), wondering if badges similar to Ghostwriter would be implemented for older contributions to the forum’s documentation.
#Announcements
- @mcwumbly announced the release of [Discourse 3.4.0.beta2](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329340/1?silent=true), highlighting new features such as improved pageview metrics, multiple category moderator groups, and the ability to watch chat threads.
- @mcwumbly also announced [Discourse 3.3.2](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329341/1?silent=true), a security and maintenance release addressing several CVEs and including various bug fixes and improvements.
## Activity by the [@team](https://meta.discourse.org/groups/team?silent=true) Group
- @sam participated in a discussion about the [timeline for releasing a Rich Text Editor Plugin](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/326070/9?silent=true), estimating a 6-12 month timeframe for the first release.
- @chapoi addressed the issue of the [brand header breaking the chat reply box on mobile](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329466/9?silent=true) and implemented a solution by removing the header from chat mode.
- @Falco provided an update on [NSFW detection in Discourse AI](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/259600/13?silent=true), mentioning improved accuracy with the AI Post Classifier and ongoing development of Vision LLM-based solutions for Enterprise customers.
- @mcwumbly announced two new releases: [Discourse 3.4.0.beta2](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329340/1?silent=true) and [Discourse 3.3.2](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329341/1?silent=true), detailing new features and security updates.
- @nat contributed to the release notes for [Discourse 3.4.0.beta2](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329340/3?silent=true), providing additional information on plugin improvements and changes.
Thanks for reading, and I’ll see you again tomorrow! 🙂
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### Author:  [@Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Discourse)
#### Post date: [8 oktober 2024 om 05:01 UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/daily-summary-5am-utc/291851/267 "2024-10-08T05:01:38Z")
Today on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)…
## Key Stats
- New posts: 112
- New topics: 13
- Top users:
- @Jagster (15 likes, 7 posts)
- @pfaffman (13 likes, 7 posts)
- @Heliosurge (11 likes, 11 posts)
- @Tris20 (9 likes, 3 posts)
- @Moin (9 likes, 4 posts)
## Interesting Topics
#UX
- @Tris20 suggested [moving the “Proofread Text” AI button next to “Create Topic”](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329683?silent=true) to make it more visible for new users. @lindsey mentioned that the design team is working on composer redesigns and considering how to better surface AI features. @sam proposed ideas like teaching users about proofreading and background proofreading as you type. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329683/5?silent=true).
#Bug
- @Jagster reported that the [details block doesn’t obey the “open” attribute](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329670?silent=true) anymore. @nat acknowledged it as a regression and added a #pr-welcome tag. @joffreyjaffeux later provided a fix for the issue. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329670/7?silent=true).
#Installation
- @pfaffman encountered an issue with [Acme encrypt failing due to “Address already in use”](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329697?silent=true) error. He resolved it by removing the ssl and letsencrypt directories and doing a rebuild. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329697/2?silent=true).
#Site Management
- @Tris20 inquired about [disabling certain moderation flags](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/325589/3?silent=true) and its impact on the Discobot tutorial. @Moin suggested a workaround similar to disabling likes in the tutorial. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/325589/4?silent=true).
#Theme Component
- @cristo requested a modification to the [Breadcrumb Links component](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/325372/22?silent=true) to keep the back button visible when scrolling. @denvergeeks quickly implemented this as a new setting in the component. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/325372/23?silent=true).
#Plugin
- In the [Discourse Chatbot thread](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/256652/974?silent=true), @merefield clarified the difference between API tokens and text tokens in the context of OpenAI integration. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/256652/974?silent=true).
#Feature
- @Hongshen_Yang pointed out that the [Quick Search feature is not available on mobile view](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329773?silent=true), limiting the ability to search User Fields on phones. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329773?silent=true).
#Marketplace
- @cosdesign is looking for [a WordPress plugin to get avatars and other fields when Discourse is the SSO provider](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329766?silent=true). They detailed specific requirements for integrating Discourse user data into WordPress. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329766?silent=true).
#Sysadmins
- @pfaffman mentioned the use of Ansible for managing Discourse updates in the [Ansible playbook for updating Discourses thread](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/119268/16?silent=true). He also promoted Literate Computing’s dashboard for automated management. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/119268/16?silent=true).
#Self-Hosting
- @Paracelsus asked about [running other websites on the same machine as Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/17247/475?silent=true), specifically regarding the use of sockets vs. ports. @pfaffman confirmed that using ports is fine if it works for their setup. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/17247/476?silent=true).
#chat #brand-header
- @merefield reported that the [Brand Header breaks the chat reply box on mobile (iOS)](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329466/12?silent=true), noting that this issue also occurs on Meta due to the Job ad banner. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329466/12?silent=true).
#Support
- @Jonathan5 asked about [showing the gate further down in gated topics](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329708?silent=true) and reducing its size. They’re looking for a way to make the gated content fit better on the screen. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329708?silent=true).
#SSO
- @cosdesign resolved an issue with [using DiscourseConnect as a client only](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329573/3?silent=true), noting some confusing aspects of the settings between WordPress and Discourse. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329573/3?silent=true).
## Activity by the [@team](https://meta.discourse.org/groups/team?silent=true) Group
- @lindsey moved a topic to #UX and shared feedback with the design team regarding [AI feature visibility in the composer](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329683/2?silent=true). She also followed up on [chat sound issues](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/307914/25?silent=true), asking for updates on recent fixes.
- @sam proposed ideas for improving [proofreading feature discoverability](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329683/5?silent=true), including teaching users about the feature and potential background proofreading.
- @ted provided fixes for [issues with dismissing notifications about theme updates](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329504/5?silent=true) and explained the expected behavior of these notifications.
- @nat acknowledged a regression in the [details block functionality](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329670/2?silent=true) and added a #pr-welcome tag for community contributions.
- @joffreyjaffeux quickly implemented a fix for the [details block issue](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329670/7?silent=true) while waiting for laundry.
- @chapoi expressed concerns about making the [image resizing feature more obvious](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/132030/11?silent=true), questioning if there were actual discoverability issues.
- @pmusaraj investigated the [DiscourseHub app closing unexpectedly on iPad](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/327190/7?silent=true) and shared insights on potential causes and next steps for debugging.
- @supermathie suggested troubleshooting steps for [missing space characters in activity summary emails](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/324245/10?silent=true), including ways to inspect email traffic between the server and email service.
Thanks for reading, and I’ll see you again tomorrow! 🙂
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### Author:  [@Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Discourse)
#### Post date: [9 oktober 2024 om 05:01 UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/daily-summary-5am-utc/291851/268 "2024-10-09T05:01:26Z")
Today on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)…
Key Stats:
- New posts: 183
- New topics: 26
- Top users:
1. @Moin (38 likes, 16 posts)
2. @merefield (19 likes, 12 posts)
3. @Lilly (11 likes, 4 posts)
4. @Heliosurge (10 likes, 10 posts)
5. @pmusaraj (10 likes, 4 posts)
Interesting Topics:
#UX
- @EnergyInterest noticed [double buttons in the posting section](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329935?silent=true) of their forum. @Moin explained that these buttons allow users to change notification levels and reply while reading a topic, disappearing when scrolling to the bottom. @awesomerobot clarified their purpose for replying or changing tracking status before reaching the end of a topic.
#Support
- @jmsachs inquired about [adding line numbers to code blocks](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329970?silent=true). @merefield suggested experimenting with CSS from a previous topic, while @Lilly created a quick theme component to address this need.
#Feature
- A discussion on [Trust Level 4 promotion by community election poll](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/286754?silent=true) continued, with @Heliosurge explaining that the idea doesn’t need to be part of core Discourse due to its extensible design. @Lilly reminded that users could build their own plugin for this functionality.
#Bug
- @Tris20 reported an issue where [Discobot’s tutorial doesn’t work with flags disabled](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329867?silent=true). @tobiaseigen confirmed a small bug and suggested generalizing the flagging step or skipping it if the “it’s inappropriate” reason is disabled.
#Dev
- @paulswithers discovered an issue with the [new custom homepage feature](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329863?silent=true), where the “Back to Forum” link adds “/custom” to the URL. @pmusaraj quickly addressed this with a fix.
#Community
- @happyshot10 asked about the [plugin used for the top bar](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/225914?silent=true) in a forum emphasizing pictures. @Moin and @Lilly provided information about the Welcome Link Banner theme component.
#Support
- @Hilario encountered issues [starting Discourse after upgrading to v3.4.0.beta3-dev](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329952?silent=true). Community members suggested checking browser console errors and trying [safe mode](https://meta.discourse.org/t/53504?silent=true).
#Feature
- @ludwikc proposed [AI auto-generated post thumbnails](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329855?silent=true) to make forums more visually appealing. @merefield pointed out that this feature is already implemented in Discourse.
#Support
- @Deads inquired about [reviewing posts before approval for specific users](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329847?silent=true). @Moin suggested using the “Force specific users through moderation” plugin or configuring automatic post review triggers.
#Feature
- @Hongshen_Yang reported that [Quick Search is not available on Phone View](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329773?silent=true) for User Fields. @pmusaraj demonstrated that the feature should still work on mobile devices.
#Installation
- @Zanbabe expressed frustration about [not being able to change a poll while it is live](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/251986?silent=true) without losing data, suggesting that admins should have more flexibility in editing polls.
#Installation
- @Crius reported [missing workbox directory issues](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/279359?silent=true) after upgrading to newer Discourse versions, leading to numerous 502 errors.
#Theme Component
- @merefield announced a fix for the [Discourse Bars theme component](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/298216?silent=true), resolving an issue with the Docked Topic Progress control not expanding when clicked.
#Self-Hosting
- @Ryan_Hyer sought help [configuring direct-delivery incoming email](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/49487?silent=true) for self-hosted sites with Mail-Receiver, facing challenges with multiple domains and SMTP relay settings.
#Site Feedback
- Users continued to report [missing images on Meta.discourse.org](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/302963?silent=true), with @Moin providing examples of affected posts.
Activity by the [@team](https://meta.discourse.org/groups/team?silent=true) Group:
- @Lilly created a [quick theme component](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329970/11?silent=true) to add line numbers to code blocks in response to a user request.
- @pmusaraj [fixed an issue](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329863/3?silent=true) with the new custom homepage feature where the “Back to Forum” link was adding “/custom” to the URL.
- @sam participated in a discussion about [adjusting profile pictures](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329944?silent=true), though the specific content of his contribution was not provided in the context.
- @Falco commented on the idea of [emailing AI responses](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329765/4?silent=true), questioning the benefit of using the forum as an intermediary for such interactions.
- @tobiaseigen engaged in conversations about [Discobot’s tutorial and flagging](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329867/4?silent=true), [custom flags](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329911/4?silent=true), and [AI-generated thumbnails](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329855/2?silent=true).
- @lindsey moved a topic to the appropriate category and [provided updates on feature requests](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/327291/18?silent=true) related to Discourse Solved Reminders.
- @Saif discussed [future plans for Discourse AI](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/283943/21?silent=true), including potential expansion of file type support for RAG implementation.
- @awesomerobot explained the purpose of [double buttons in the posting section](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329935/5?silent=true) of forums.
- @chapoi contributed to a discussion about [improving the visibility of the proofreading feature](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329683/17?silent=true) in the Discourse interface.
Thanks for reading, and I’ll see you again tomorrow! 🙂
---
### Author:  [@Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Discourse)
#### Post date: [10 oktober 2024 om 05:01 UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/daily-summary-5am-utc/291851/269 "2024-10-10T05:01:33Z")
Today on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)…
Key Stats:
- New posts: 152
- New topics: 17
- Top users:
1. @Moin (19 likes, 11 posts)
2. @angus (13 likes, 5 posts)
3. @Falco (11 likes, 4 posts)
4. @Lilly (10 likes, 4 posts)
5. @hellekin (9 likes, 8 posts)
Interesting Topics:
#Plugin
- @angus announced he’ll be providing [regular support for the ActivityPub plugin](https://meta.discourse.org/t/activitypub-plugin/266794/312?silent=true) until at least March next year. Users discussed federation between Discourse and Lemmy, with @angus clarifying that the plugin complies with FEP-1b12 for group-based federation.
- The [Discourse AI Post Classifier](https://meta.discourse.org/t/setting-up-nsfw-detection-in-your-community/330196?silent=true) can now be used to detect NSFW images and text in communities. @Saif provided a guide on setting it up for administrators.
#Support
- @omarfilip sought help [troubleshooting a slow site](https://meta.discourse.org/t/troubleshooting-a-slow-site-that-was-pretty-zippy-until-this-morning/330019?silent=true) that suddenly became sluggish. @Falco suggested removing the “badges in posts” theme component as a potential fix.
- @EnergyInterest asked about [removing the “pinned” button](https://meta.discourse.org/t/remove-pinned-button-at-bottom-of-topic/330040?silent=true) at the bottom of topics. @Moin provided a CSS solution to hide the button.
#Feature
- @hellekin proposed adding a [flag option to trigger moderator attention](https://meta.discourse.org/t/trigger-moderator-attention-instead-of-auto-hiding-flag/330128?silent=true) without auto-hiding content. The discussion explored potential implementations and use cases.
#Theme component:
- @Lilly introduced a new [theme component for adding line numbers to code blocks](https://meta.discourse.org/t/code-block-line-numbers/330130?silent=true) in posts, enhancing readability for code snippets.
#UX
- @Moin reported an issue with the [new sidebar design on tablets](https://meta.discourse.org/t/new-sidebar-design-on-tablets/330162?silent=true), noting that it creates an inconvenient mix of desktop and touch device styling.
#Installation
- @Habib_Rashid encountered [difficulties during a Discourse update](https://meta.discourse.org/t/need-support-with-discourse-update/330085?silent=true), with @merefield and @pfaffman offering troubleshooting advice, including checking swap configuration and upgrading Docker.
#Hosting:
- @ToddZ provided an [update on Mailgun pricing](https://meta.discourse.org/t/mailgun-is-1-month-per-1-000-emails-sent-and-first-1-000-are-free/140187/56?silent=true), noting that the Flex Plan is no longer available and current pricing starts at $15/month after the free tier.
#Site Management:
- @gassim inquired about [system-initiated user deletions](https://meta.discourse.org/t/system-deleting-users-inactive-user-automatically-deleted-as-abandoned-deactivated-account-and-staged-unused/330107?silent=true), sparking a discussion on the reasons behind automatic account removal and its implications.
Activity by the [@team](https://meta.discourse.org/groups/team?silent=true) Group:
- @Falco participated in discussions about [AI chat in personal DMs](https://meta.discourse.org/t/possible-to-disable-ai-chat-in-personal-dm/330011?silent=true) and [email integration with AI](https://meta.discourse.org/t/can-ai-automatically-respond-to-email/329926?silent=true), explaining current limitations and future plans.
- @Lilly provided guidance on [setting the default homepage](https://meta.discourse.org/t/how-to-use-the-topics-module-as-the-homepage-of-the-website/330004?silent=true) and introduced the new [code block line numbers theme component](https://meta.discourse.org/t/code-block-line-numbers/330130?silent=true).
- @pmusaraj addressed an [iOS issue with CSS loading](https://meta.discourse.org/t/ios-doesnt-load-css-sometimes-when-navigating-between-subdomains/298740/55?silent=true) when navigating between subdomains, noting that the problem persists in the latest Safari on Sequoia.
- @sam investigated a [regression in the AI conversation sharing feature](https://meta.discourse.org/t/sharing-ai-conversation-as-detail-block-is-missing/330070?silent=true) and suggested a workaround for the missing icon.
- @grubba announced [updates to the Discourse Chat Integration plugin](https://meta.discourse.org/t/discourse-chat-integration/66522/312?silent=true), including new options for triggering automations with private messages.
- @Saif shared a [comprehensive guide on setting up NSFW detection](https://meta.discourse.org/t/setting-up-nsfw-detection-in-your-community/330196?silent=true) using the Discourse AI Post Classifier.
Thanks for reading, and I’ll see you again tomorrow! 🙂
---
### Author:  [@Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Discourse)
#### Post date: [11 oktober 2024 om 05:00 UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/daily-summary-5am-utc/291851/270 "2024-10-11T05:00:50Z")
Today on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)…
## Key Stats
- New posts: 115
- New topics: 17
- Top users:
1. @Moin (24 likes, 14 posts)
2. @Lilly (12 likes, 6 posts)
3. @Tris20 (8 likes, 2 posts)
4. @ToddZ (8 likes, 3 posts)
5. @Jagster (6 likes, 5 posts)
6. @NateDhaliwal (6 likes, 8 posts)
7. @simonk (4 likes, 2 posts)
8. @nathank (4 likes, 3 posts)
9. @Jonathan5 (3 likes, 1 post)
10. @sam (3 likes, 3 posts)
## Interesting Topics
### UX
- @Tris20 proposed [adding an edit button next to user profile pictures](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330255?silent=true) to make it easier for new users to upload profile photos. @Lilly supported the idea, especially for mobile view where the preferences button is less obvious.
- @ToddZ suggested [improving user profile organization and workflow](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330279?silent=true), proposing changes to make completing a basic user profile more intuitive.
- @groove6j reported [an issue with wrong relative timestamps in some languages](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330316?silent=true), specifically affecting Latvian translations. @Moin helped identify the cause and suggested a fix.
- @T_Disco pointed out [inconsistent link experiences on leaderboards](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330263?silent=true) when the ‘hide user profiles from public’ setting is enabled, suggesting improvements for consistency.
### Support
- @fbpbdmin inquired about [using Semantic Search for related topics](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330259?silent=true) in the Discourse AI plugin. @Falco clarified that it doesn’t send requests to the AI API for every topic view.
- @Steve_John asked about [configuring the display of sub-categories in box cards](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330363?silent=true). @Lilly provided a CSS solution to hide subcategories.
- @CAKE_NICE sought advice on [backing up only forum configuration information](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330348?silent=true) without including topics, comments, and uploads.
- @bayardo.rivas reported [a topic with an unusually high number of clicks](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330332?silent=true) in the “Top Referred Topics” section, seeking ways to investigate the source of these clicks.
### Feature Requests
- @fbpbdmin requested [separate settings for AI bot chat in DM/channel/topic discussions](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330359?silent=true) to allow more granular control over AI-generated content in different contexts.
- @Mayur suggested adding a [cooldown timer after each vote](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330311?silent=true) in the Topic Voting plugin to reduce voting abuse.
### Theme Components
- @guystewart praised the [Force Mobile Homepage component](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/95705/19?silent=true) but noted requests from power users for a personal override option.
- @BH10 asked about customizing the [Easy Responsive Footer component](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/95818/236?silent=true) to adjust the layout when only one category is present.
### Self-Hosting
- @Ryan_Hyer sought advice on [clearing the mailq](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/49487/519?silent=true) after resolving email configuration issues in a self-hosted Discourse installation.
## Activity by the [@team](https://meta.discourse.org/groups/team?silent=true) Group
- @Lilly participated in discussions about [improving user profile organization](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330279?silent=true), [updating the Tag Icons component](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/109757/147?silent=true), and [customizing the Easy Responsive Footer](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/95818/236?silent=true). She also provided [CSS solutions for hiding subcategories](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330363/2?silent=true) in box cards.
- @sam clarified the [functionality of permanent post deletion](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/166193/5?silent=true) and discussed [potential improvements to AI bot settings](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330359?silent=true) for different discussion contexts.
- @Saif contributed to a conversation about [AI-generated post thumbnails](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329855?silent=true).
- @Bas offered insights on [gamification beyond leaderboards](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330038/3?silent=true), suggesting the use of automation for custom community engagement features.
- @lindsey addressed the issue of [bookmarks being visible to users without proper permissions](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/132196/4?silent=true) and committed to fixing it.
- @Falco explained how [Semantic Search for related topics works](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330259/2?silent=true) in the Discourse AI plugin, clarifying that it doesn’t send requests to the AI API for every topic view.
Thanks for reading, and I’ll see you again tomorrow! 🙂
---
### Author:  [@Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Discourse)
#### Post date: [12 oktober 2024 om 05:01 UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/daily-summary-5am-utc/291851/271 "2024-10-12T05:01:21Z")
Today on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)…
## Key Stats
In the last 24 hours:
- Total new posts: 84
- Total new topics: 19
Top users:
1. @Moin (17 likes, 5 posts)
2. @Lilly (9 likes, 4 posts)
3. @Sidi_Codet (6 likes, 14 posts)
4. @merefield (6 likes, 2 posts)
5. @davidb (6 likes, 1 post)
6. @xandra.cc (5 likes, 2 posts)
7. @zogstrip (4 likes, 1 post)
8. @Jagster (4 likes, 5 posts)
9. @Firepup650 (4 likes, 1 post)
10. @omarfilip (3 likes, 1 post)
## Interesting Topics
### Bug
- @xandra.cc reported an [issue](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330472?silent=true) where users could no longer edit any posts since updating to 3.4.0.beta3-dev. @Moin suggested a [fix](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330472/3?silent=true) related to the discourse-reactions plugin, which resolved the problem.
### Support
- @Sidi_Codet inquired about [adding subcategories](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330384?silent=true) to their community. @Moin provided a solution by explaining how to [show subcategory lists](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330384/4?silent=true) above topics in parent categories.
- A discussion arose about [removing brackets from email subjects](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330387?silent=true) generated for users. @HamMan2118 suggested editing email templates, but the issue persisted in email summaries.
- @Rick_Jing encountered a [500 internal server error](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330462?silent=true) when trying to create topics with tags via API. The community also advised on the importance of properly obscuring API keys in screenshots.
- @sunjam asked about [anonymizing and renaming a user](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330483?silent=true). @Heliosurge confirmed that it’s possible to anonymize a user and then rename them without disrupting conversation flow.
- @Shauny inquired about [limiting AI token usage](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330500?silent=true) for users. @Jagster explained that Discourse AI doesn’t have such limitations, but the Chatbot solution offers weekly request limits.
- @Sidi_Codet sought guidance on [implementing the Discourse Central Theme](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330495?silent=true) in their Discourse-hosted community. @Moin provided links to installation guides and the theme’s GitHub repository.
### Feature
- @Shauny proposed [adding a quota system](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330500/3?silent=true) for AI token usage, which @sam confirmed is being considered for implementation.
### UX
- A new [sidebar design for tablets](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330162?silent=true) was discussed, with users sharing their impressions and suggestions for improvement.
### Site Feedback
- In the [Daily Summary Feedback](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/291853/213?silent=true) thread, @Lilly humorously noted that the AI-generated summaries tend to overstate her activity.
### Theme
- Users discussed customizations for the [Air Theme](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/197703/545?silent=true), sharing CSS code to adjust the layout of topic lists.
### Announcements
- A conversation about [bulk awarding badges](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/138694/30?silent=true) to users led to discussions on automating the process using SQL queries for triggered custom badges.
### WordPress
- @benm1 provided insights on [integrating MemberPress with WP Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/238447/9?silent=true) for automatic group management based on membership status.
## Activity by the [@team](https://meta.discourse.org/groups/team?silent=true) Group
- @Lilly participated in discussions about [improving user profile organization](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330279?silent=true) and [customizing the Easy Responsive Footer](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/95818/236?silent=true). She also reminded users about [proper mentioning etiquette](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330387/4?silent=true) in the forums.
- @davidb announced that [chat threads for DMs](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/324863/17?silent=true) have been added to Discourse with a recent code change.
- @zogstrip confirmed the merging of a pull request to fix an [issue with email notifications](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/308096/11?silent=true) for mailing list mode users when categories change.
- @supermathie provided technical details about [2FA algorithms](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330478/2?silent=true) used in Discourse and offered troubleshooting assistance.
- @Saif inquired about the effectiveness of [spam detection](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/292707/15?silent=true) and NSFW content detection guides in combating increasingly sophisticated AI-generated spam.
- @lindsey updated the community on plans to [improve search functionality](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/296485/16?silent=true), particularly in returning all results instead of limiting to the first 20.
- @sam acknowledged the need for a [quota system for AI usage](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330500/3?silent=true) and mentioned plans to add group selectors with input/output counts and duration for each LLM.
- @Falco provided guidance on [manually configuring VLLM](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330492/2?silent=true) in the AI model section, explaining URL and tokenizer settings.
Thanks for reading, and I’ll see you again tomorrow! 🙂
---
### Author:  [@Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Discourse)
#### Post date: [13 oktober 2024 om 05:00 UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/daily-summary-5am-utc/291851/272 "2024-10-13T05:00:43Z")
# Today on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)…
## Key Stats
In the last 24 hours:
- New posts: 66
- New topics: 14
Top users:
1. @Moin (17 likes, 8 posts)
2. @NateDhaliwal (12 likes, 9 posts)
3. @Sidi_Codet (8 likes, 8 posts)
4. @meave (5 likes, 2 posts)
5. @ondrej (4 likes, 1 post)
## Interesting Topics
### #Theme component
- @NateDhaliwal introduced a new [Discourse Persistent Banner](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330575?silent=true) theme component that displays a banner at the top of every page, which can only be hidden by admins. @Lilly provided feedback and suggestions for improvements, including placement options and color customization.
- The [Filtered Topic Lists](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/321031?silent=true) component encountered an issue where setting “Default List Filter: no subcategories” in a category prevents filtered topic lists from displaying in any outlets. @gormus confirmed the findings and provided steps to reproduce the problem.
### #Support
- A user sought help to [implement a specific category representation design](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330560?silent=true) on their Discourse-hosted community. @Moin provided guidance on using the “Boxes with Subcategories” desktop category page style and adding CSS customizations.
- @RCheesley reported an [error when clicking on the Billing tab](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330622?silent=true) in the user profile of a self-hosted Discourse instance with the subscriptions plugin installed. The error seemed to be related to the Who’s Online plugin.
- @Shauny asked about [enabling the AI button in the toolbar](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330499?silent=true), discovering that it was working but required text highlighting to activate. @Moin explained that a recent change moved the button’s position, and users on the stable branch would need to wait for the next release.
### #Bug
- @RGJ encountered an issue where [overridden text in translations suddenly reverted](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330558?silent=true) to the original, despite the override still being present in the admin panel. @Moin suggested searching for the specific translation key to troubleshoot.
- @Sidi_Codet reported [mobile unresponsiveness issues with the Central Theme](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330574?silent=true), specifically with user preferences and the navbar. @NateDhaliwal requested a screen recording to better understand the problem.
### #Dev
- A user inquired about [editing menu and user profile designs](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330566?silent=true) when using the INK theme. @NateDhaliwal suggested referring to the guide on making CSS changes to customize the site.
- @NateDhaliwal asked about [accessing the current plugin outlet in a JavaScript file](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/32727/42?silent=true) while working with Plugin Outlet Connectors.
### #Installation
- @laplasz encountered a [TLS-related error when trying to send emails](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330606?silent=true) during a Discourse installation. They resolved the issue by adjusting the MTU size of the Docker interface using iptables MSS clamping.
### #SSO
- @Suhotra_Roychoudhury inquired about [adding a custom parameter to identify users coming from the forum](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330586?silent=true) when using [Discourse Connect](https://meta.discourse.org/t/13045?silent=true) for single sign-on. @merefield suggested using the `external_id` parameter for this purpose.
### #wordpress
- @Firsh asked about [switching the site used as an SSO provider](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330577?silent=true) from a staging WordPress site to a production site, wondering about potential conflicts with user data.
### #Praise
- @Sidi_Codet shared an enthusiastic [post praising Discourse as the ultimate community-building platform](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330569?silent=true), highlighting its open-source nature, robust features, and unparalleled flexibility.
## Activity by the [@team](https://meta.discourse.org/groups/team?silent=true) Group
@Lilly provided feedback and suggestions on the [Discourse Persistent Banner](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330575/4?silent=true) theme component, offering insights on improving its functionality and customization options. She recommended adjustments for desktop placement, border customization, and color selection flexibility.
Thanks for reading, and I’ll see you again tomorrow! 🙂
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### Author:  [@Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Discourse)
#### Post date: [14 oktober 2024 om 05:00 UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/daily-summary-5am-utc/291851/273 "2024-10-14T05:00:54Z")
Today on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)…
## Key Stats
In the last 24 hours:
- New posts: 75
- New topics: 11
Top users:
1. @Moin (7 likes, 4 posts)
2. @pfaffman (7 likes, 4 posts)
3. @merefield (7 likes, 5 posts)
4. @David_Ghost (6 likes, 2 posts)
5. @NateDhaliwal (5 likes, 6 posts)
## Interesting Topics
### #Dev
- @NateDhaliwal sought help with [placing a template in a specific plugin outlet](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330650?silent=true) for a persistent banner. @merefield provided a detailed solution, addressing issues with imports, declarations, and helper functions.
- The long-standing discussion on [removing /2, /3, /4 links from topic URLs](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/209648?silent=true) continued, with @Jagster and @David_Ghost debating the SEO implications and potential impact on crawl budget.
### #Support
- @wenqin inquired about the [documentation feature setup](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330717?silent=true), with @David_Ghost pointing them to the Discourse Doc Categories plugin.
- @Elena asked about [image sizes for carousel sliders and badge uploads](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330666?silent=true). @Moin provided helpful information, recommending 128x128 pixels for badge images.
- @Tealk explored options for [automatic deletion of old and closed topics](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330646?silent=true), with suggestions including Topic Timer and potential automation scripts.
- @ludwikc sought advice on [duplicating a group](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330649?silent=true) to manage course access, with @Lilly suggesting the use of API to populate the new group.
- @joo inquired about [triggering AI-generated replies](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330714?silent=true) when users post, with @sam mentioning an upcoming PR for personas while cautioning about potential noise.
### #Bug
- @RCheesley reported an [error when clicking on Billing in user profile](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330622?silent=true), with @sam initiating a site deploy to potentially resolve the issue.
### #Feature
- @Shauny expressed interest in [allowing users to request access to private categories](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/21135?silent=true) with a custom message, with @Moin suggesting the use of category previews.
### #Theme component
- @hoangphuctran93 requested [additional options for the Code-block line numbers component](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330130?silent=true), including theme selection and shared some custom CSS for terminal-like codeblocks.
### #Announcements
- Discussion continued on [Discourse Discover](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/295223?silent=true), with @eisammy reporting issues with their website disappearing from the platform.
## Activity by the [@team](https://meta.discourse.org/groups/team?silent=true) Group
- @Lilly provided helpful links for [exporting site settings](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330348?silent=true) and suggested a [customized inline codeblocks solution](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330130?silent=true).
- @Falco clarified that the Ask Discourse Theme is [not yet an official theme](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330651?silent=true) for general use.
- @sam addressed concerns about [AI-generated spam](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/292707?silent=true), discussing the philosophical questions of value addition and content removal. He also mentioned ongoing work on [AI-generated replies](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330714?silent=true) through personas.
- @joffreyjaffeux responded to a [billing error report](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330622?silent=true), suggesting a potential fix in a recent update.
Thanks for reading, and I’ll see you again tomorrow! 🙂
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### Author:  [@Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Discourse)
#### Post date: [15 oktober 2024 om 05:00 UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/daily-summary-5am-utc/291851/274 "2024-10-15T05:00:49Z")
Today on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)…
## Key Stats
- New posts: 124
- New topics: 11
Top users:
1. @Moin (21 likes, 10 posts)
2. @david (18 likes, 6 posts)
3. @merefield (12 likes, 5 posts)
4. @Falco (6 likes, 6 posts)
5. @sam (6 likes, 4 posts)
## Interesting Topics
#Dev #Bug
- @Thomas_Rother reported an [issue](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330734?silent=true) with wiki text functionality disappearing after upgrading to Discourse 3.4.0.beta3-dev. @Moin suggested checking [safe mode](https://meta.discourse.org/t/53504?silent=true) and the `post menu` site setting [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330734/6?silent=true).
- @maiki discovered a [validation issue](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330830?silent=true) with the Name field for AI tools in Discourse AI. They suggested adding validation in the UI to prevent errors when creating new tools [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330830?silent=true).
#Feature
- @robbie.morrison inquired about [adding line numbers to code blocks](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330130/6?silent=true) in the main Discourse codebase. @merefield clarified it’s a theme component, not a plugin, and provided instructions for installation [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330130/7?silent=true).
- @darkpixlz expressed continued interest in allowing [multiple ‘new topic’ drafts](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/194427/46?silent=true). @sam confirmed it’s being tracked but not a top priority, while @chapoi mentioned designs are ready [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/194427/49?silent=true).
#Support
- @kirupa reported an [issue with Akismet failing to stop a spam attack](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330839?silent=true) on their community. @Moin suggested checking trust level settings that might exclude users from Akismet checks [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330839/2?silent=true).
- @MarcP discovered that searching for [“down” on meta](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330857?silent=true) yields no results. @Moin explained that “down” is likely a [stop word](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/106208?silent=true) in Discourse’s search system [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330857/2?silent=true).
#Theme
- @Sidi_Codet reported [responsiveness issues](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/287495/179?silent=true) with the user preferences section on mobile devices when using the Central Theme. @jordan-vidrine advised submitting feedback to the theme’s topic as it’s still experimental [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330574/15?silent=true).
#Plugin
- @Eloïse_Barrège encountered problems with the [recurring trigger in Discourse Automation](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/195773/140?silent=true) for User Group Membership through Badges. @joffreyjaffeux confirmed it’s working and suggested checking if the group can be joined [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/195773/141?silent=true).
#Installation
- @woozievert sought [help with a Discourse installation error](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330861?silent=true) related to ActiveRecord::RecordNotFound. @NateDhaliwal asked for confirmation if it’s a [standard install](https://meta.discourse.org/t/142537?silent=true) on the machine [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330861/2?silent=true).
#UX
- @T_Disco suggested [updating “topics entered” settings](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330835?silent=true) to align with a previous decision, proposing changing “entered” to “viewed” and “enter” to “view” for consistency [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330835?silent=true).
#Marketplace
- @Epoch requested [paid development](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330807?silent=true) for three different plugins or components, including color-coding user names based on group rankings and creating collapsible sidebar categories [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330807?silent=true).
#Community
- @j127 shared insights on [AI-based spam](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/292707/21?silent=true), discussing the challenges of distinguishing valuable AI-generated content from spam and the importance of maintaining trust in forum content [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/292707/21?silent=true).
## Activity by the [@team](https://meta.discourse.org/groups/team?silent=true) Group
- @david provided guidance on [using plugin outlet connectors](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/32727/44?silent=true) from a theme or plugin, helping @NateDhaliwal find a solution for their banner implementation [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/32727/46?silent=true).
- @Falco explained the functionality of [AI-generated replies](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330714/4?silent=true) in response to @joo’s inquiry about triggering AI responses when users post. He suggested validating the idea manually before automating [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330714/6?silent=true).
- @sam addressed concerns about [pageview metrics](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/324068/16?silent=true) in the new site traffic report, clarifying that no information was lost and explaining how to access the previous data [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/324068/16?silent=true).
- @Lilly confirmed that the [Halloween Decorations theme component](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/207572/5?silent=true) is still desktop-only and updated the original post to reflect this information [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/207572/5?silent=true).
- @jordan-vidrine directed @Sidi_Codet to submit feedback about the [Central Theme’s mobile responsiveness issues](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330574/15?silent=true) to the theme’s dedicated topic, as it’s still in an experimental stage [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330574/15?silent=true).
- @fitzy updated the [Discourse development setup documentation for Fedora Linux](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/163348/19?silent=true) to include the installation of oxipng, based on user feedback [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/163348/19?silent=true).
- @chapoi confirmed that designs for [allowing multiple ‘new topic’ drafts](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/194427/49?silent=true) are ready and the feature is on the development backlog [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/194427/49?silent=true).
- @HAWK provided additional [tips for preventing spam](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330839/7?silent=true) in response to @kirupa’s issue with Akismet failing to stop a spam attack [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330839/7?silent=true).
Thanks for reading, and I’ll see you again tomorrow! 🙂
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### Author:  [@Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Discourse)
#### Post date: [16 oktober 2024 om 05:01 UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/daily-summary-5am-utc/291851/275 "2024-10-16T05:01:13Z")
Today on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)…
## Key Stats
- New posts: 139
- New topics: 19
Top users:
1. @Moin (29 likes, 16 posts)
2. @Falco (12 likes, 1 post)
3. @merefield (12 likes, 12 posts)
4. @rishabh (10 likes, 3 posts)
5. @RGJ (8 likes, 3 posts)
6. @Tris20 (8 likes, 3 posts)
7. @Jagster (7 likes, 8 posts)
8. @peternlewis (7 likes, 10 posts)
9. @pfaffman (6 likes, 6 posts)
10. @Lilly (6 likes, 5 posts)
## Interesting Topics
#Support
- Users reported issues with [“in reply to” links not working](https://meta.discourse.org/t/330985?silent=true) on a specific Discourse forum. @Moin suggested it might be related to deleted posts or a forum-specific issue [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/330985/13?silent=true).
- A user encountered [difficulties upgrading to Discourse 3.3](https://meta.discourse.org/t/330901?silent=true) on their self-hosted installation. @merefield provided suggestions for troubleshooting, including updating the OS and Docker [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/330901/6?silent=true).
- @baronesh accidentally [deleted a member](https://meta.discourse.org/t/330970?silent=true) and inquired about undoing the action. @pfaffman explained that immediate deletion occurs for users with few or no posts [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/330970/2?silent=true).
- @ludwikc asked about [marking all posts as read](https://meta.discourse.org/t/330980?silent=true) for users aiming to achieve “Inbox:0” on their Discourse instance. @pfaffman clarified that Discourse doesn’t allow marking posts as read without actually reading them [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/330980/2?silent=true).
#Bug
- @Tris20 reported that the [js.composer.reply\_placeholder applies to new topics as well as replies](https://meta.discourse.org/t/330963?silent=true), suggesting separate placeholders for topic creation and replies [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/330963/3?silent=true).
- @RGJ identified a [PG13 compatibility issue](https://meta.discourse.org/t/331068?silent=true) with a recent migration introducing `NULL NOT DISTINCT`, which is only supported in PostgreSQL 15+ [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/331068/1?silent=true).
#Feature
- @ludwikc proposed [turning chat threads into full-fledged topics](https://meta.discourse.org/t/330925?silent=true) when discussions become more meaningful. @rishabh pointed out existing functionality to quote chat posts in topics [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/330925/2?silent=true).
#UX
- @T_Disco suggested [displaying the value of approve\_post\_count](https://meta.discourse.org/t/331061?silent=true) below relevant posts in the review queue to provide more context [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/331061/1?silent=true).
- @Firepup650 reported [inconsistencies with HTML classes in watched word replacements](https://meta.discourse.org/t/331030?silent=true), particularly for group mentions [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/331030/1?silent=true).
#Installation
- @wenqin encountered difficulties [finding specific pages for Twitter login integration](https://meta.discourse.org/t/331085?silent=true). @Lilly provided guidance on accessing the necessary settings [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/331085/2?silent=true).
#Plugin
- @Eloïse_Barrège reported issues with [Discourse Automation not running automatically](https://meta.discourse.org/t/195773/142?silent=true) as scheduled. @joffreyjaffeux suggested checking logs and investigating potential conflicts with other automations [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/195773/147?silent=true).
#Theme component
- @Lilly acknowledged potential incompatibilities with the [Topic List Author component](https://meta.discourse.org/t/269910?silent=true) due to recent refactoring and promised to investigate workarounds [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/269910/48?silent=true).
#Announcements
- @awesomerobot addressed an issue with [Discourse Discover language filtering](https://meta.discourse.org/t/295223/115?silent=true), mentioning recent updates to resolve the problem [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/295223/115?silent=true).
## Activity by the [@team](https://meta.discourse.org/groups/team?silent=true) Group
- @Falco addressed concerns about [code scan vulnerabilities](https://meta.discourse.org/t/330948/6?silent=true) in self-hosted Discourse installations, explaining that off-the-shelf tools often produce false positives and recommending the use of HackerOne for reporting actual issues.
- @rishabh engaged in discussions about [AI-powered user field collection](https://meta.discourse.org/t/256652/980?silent=true) in the Discourse Chatbot plugin, providing information on supported field types and limitations.
- @Lilly assisted users with [accessing specific pages for Twitter login integration](https://meta.discourse.org/t/331085/2?silent=true) and [troubleshooting DiscourseHub issues](https://meta.discourse.org/t/320026/15?silent=true).
- @pmusaraj shared progress on [updating the DiscourseHub app](https://meta.discourse.org/t/320026/15?silent=true) to restore the + icon functionality for adding sites.
- @sam announced the completion of [separate settings for AI bot chat in DM/channel/topic](https://meta.discourse.org/t/330359/4?silent=true) and discussed [Data Explorer query permissions](https://meta.discourse.org/t/263641/59?silent=true) for wider access to sophisticated reports.
- @joffreyjaffeux provided troubleshooting advice for [Discourse Automation issues](https://meta.discourse.org/t/195773/143?silent=true).
- @tgxworld acknowledged the need to [revert a migration](https://meta.discourse.org/t/331068/2?silent=true) causing compatibility issues with older PostgreSQL versions.
- @nat merged a fix to address [focus shift issues while searching the user directory](https://meta.discourse.org/t/294359/6?silent=true).
- @awesomerobot updated the [language filter in Discourse Discover](https://meta.discourse.org/t/295223/115?silent=true) to resolve visibility issues for certain sites.
- @tobiaseigen mentioned plans to investigate adding a toggle for [custom flags that auto-hide content](https://meta.discourse.org/t/329894/8?silent=true).
Thanks for reading, and I’ll see you again tomorrow! 🙂
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### Author:  [@Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Discourse)
#### Post date: [17 oktober 2024 om 05:01 UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/daily-summary-5am-utc/291851/276 "2024-10-17T05:01:05Z")
Today on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)…
## Key Stats
In the last 24 hours:
- New posts: 81
- New topics: 12
Top users:
1. @Lilly (12 likes, 3 posts)
2. @awesomerobot (12 likes, 2 posts)
3. @Moin (11 likes, 5 posts)
4. @NateDhaliwal (11 likes, 4 posts)
5. @ondrej (8 likes, 2 posts)
6. @NullVoxPopuli (8 likes, 1 post)
7. @Falco (6 likes, 2 posts)
8. @MCATAKCIN (6 likes, 3 posts)
9. @nat (5 likes, 1 post)
10. @denvergeeks (5 likes, 2 posts)
## Interesting Topics
### Theme Component
- @NateDhaliwal created a fun new theme component called [Discourse Confetti Clicks](https://meta.discourse.org/t/a-tc-of-fun-discourse-confetti-clicks/331148?silent=true) that adds confetti animations when users click on the page. Some users suggested limiting it to specific pages or tying it to special events like member birthdays.
### UX
- @NullVoxPopuli raised the issue of [better support for big screens](https://meta.discourse.org/t/better-support-for-big-screens/331194?silent=true), particularly when composing replies while reading posts. @awesomerobot mentioned that a composer redesign is in early stages and may address this.
- There was discussion about [focusing issues while searching the user directory](https://meta.discourse.org/t/focus-shift-while-searching-the-user-directory/294359?silent=true), with @nat acknowledging a bug introduced that affected table headings for plugins.
### Installation
- @mjbergman92 sought help [setting up Discourse behind a reverse proxy](https://meta.discourse.org/t/reverse-proxy-into-discourse/331164?silent=true) using Nginx Proxy Manager. @Falco and others provided guidance on configuring SSL and proper headers.
### Support
- @Sidi_Codet inquired about [enabling the Discourse Helper AI Assistant](https://meta.discourse.org/t/having-issue-in-enabling-the-discourse-helper-ai-assistant/331241?silent=true) on their hosted Discourse instance. It was clarified that this feature is currently only available for Enterprise customers.
- @MCATAKCIN shared their success in [growing a community to nearly 1,000 members in a month](https://meta.discourse.org/t/in-1-month-im-close-to-1-000-members-but-im-missing-one-thing/331270?silent=true) using Discourse, and sought advice on customizing the layout to resemble Twitter.
### Plugin
- @kravitsjacob reported a [bug in the Discourse Authentication Validations plugin](https://meta.discourse.org/t/discourse-authentication-validations/292547/6?silent=true) where question responses are saved even when hidden, leading to unintended situations.
### Bug
- @awesomerobot addressed an issue with [sharing AI conversations as detail blocks](https://meta.discourse.org/t/sharing-ai-conversation-as-detail-block-is-missing/330070/6?silent=true), making an update to ensure the icon is included.
### Community
- A discussion on [gamification beyond leaderboards](https://meta.discourse.org/t/gamification-beyond-leaderboard/330038?silent=true) explored ideas for keeping users engaged, including customizing trust levels and badges.
### Feature
- There was renewed interest in [indexing file contents for search](https://meta.discourse.org/t/index-file-contents-for-search/31884?silent=true), with @mjbergman92 suggesting the development of a plugin integrating with Paperless for document management and search.
## Activity by the [@team](https://meta.discourse.org/groups/team?silent=true) Group
- @awesomerobot shared updates on two fronts: mentioning early-stage [work on a composer redesign](https://meta.discourse.org/t/better-support-for-big-screens/331194/3?silent=true) that may address positioning alongside content, and [fixing an issue with AI conversation sharing](https://meta.discourse.org/t/sharing-ai-conversation-as-detail-block-is-missing/330070/6?silent=true).
- @Lilly engaged in several discussions, including [suggesting tying confetti animations to member birthdays](https://meta.discourse.org/t/a-tc-of-fun-discourse-confetti-clicks/331148/3?silent=true) and [sharing CSS customizations for topic views and composers](https://meta.discourse.org/t/better-support-for-big-screens/331194/6?silent=true).
- @Falco provided technical guidance on [setting up Discourse behind a reverse proxy](https://meta.discourse.org/t/reverse-proxy-into-discourse/331164/6?silent=true), emphasizing the importance of proper SSL configuration and headers.
- @nat acknowledged a [bug affecting table headings for plugins](https://meta.discourse.org/t/focus-shift-while-searching-the-user-directory/294359/8?silent=true) introduced by recent changes, responding with a humorous meme.
- @supermathie praised the implementation of a [prefilled composer link generator](https://meta.discourse.org/t/creating-a-link-to-start-a-new-topic-with-pre-filled-information/28074/56?silent=true).
- @isaac committed to investigating a [reported bug in the Discourse Authentication Validations plugin](https://meta.discourse.org/t/discourse-authentication-validations/292547/7?silent=true).
- @rishabh provided support on various topics, including [suggestions for gamification](https://meta.discourse.org/t/gamification-beyond-leaderboard/330038/4?silent=true) and [clarification on the availability of the AI Helper feature](https://meta.discourse.org/t/discourse-hub-opening-forums-in-chrome-not-pwa/331076/2?silent=true).
- @david announced the merging of a pull request adding [opt-in PKCE support to the OpenID Connect plugin](https://meta.discourse.org/t/discourse-openid-connect/103632/298?silent=true).
Thanks for reading, and I’ll see you again tomorrow! 🙂
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### Author:  [@Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Discourse)
#### Post date: [18 oktober 2024 om 05:01 UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/daily-summary-5am-utc/291851/277 "2024-10-18T05:01:02Z")
Today on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)…
## Key Stats
- New posts: 84
- New topics: 16
Top users:
1. @Moin (21 likes, 9 posts)
2. @mcwumbly (18 likes, 1 post)
3. @MCATAKCIN (8 likes, 3 posts)
4. @pfaffman (6 likes, 6 posts)
5. @T_Disco (5 likes, 4 posts)
6. @awesomerobot (5 likes, 1 post)
7. @gassim (3 likes, 3 posts)
8. @Falco (3 likes, 1 post)
9. @simon (3 likes, 1 post)
10. @chapoi (3 likes, 2 posts)
## Interesting Topics
#Announcements
- @mcwumbly shared the [Current Projects - October 2024](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330996?silent=true) update, highlighting ongoing work on the composer redesign, a new look and feel config page, and other initiatives.
#Support
- @gassim raised a question about [backlinks making certain posts more popular](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/331362?silent=true) than they should be, leading to a discussion on link management and sorting options.
- @Cédric_Brunet encountered an issue with the [AI bot only answering to admins](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/331364?silent=true), which was resolved by changing a setting from “everyone” to “trust\_level\_0”.
#UX
- @T_Disco suggested [displaying tags next to categories](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/331359?silent=true) on Activity and Notifications tabs for consistency and improved information display.
- @phanirithvij proposed adding a [solution indicator in the vertical scrollbar](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/331360?silent=true) for solved questions in the help category, sparking a discussion on potential implementations.
#Community
- @MCATAKCIN shared some of the [tactics used to strengthen their community](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/331344?silent=true), including insights on community building, copywriting, and web design.
#Plugin
- Users discussed the [Discourse Doc Categories plugin](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/322376?silent=true), with @wenqin seeking clarification on setting up an index topic and @paulswithers inquiring about changing icons for specific links.
#Bug
- @pfaffman reported an issue with [restores failing due to a missing chat\_mention function](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/331376?silent=true), prompting investigation by the Discourse team.
#Feature
- @David_Ghost suggested implementing a [redirect for users after registration](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/331468?silent=true) to specific topics, similar to the invitation system functionality.
- @Shauny expressed interest in customizing the [default category page message](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/21135?silent=true) for users without access to private categories.
#Theme component
- @MCATAKCIN inquired about restoring [moderation options in the Hide Topic Navigation With Timeline component](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/272695?silent=true), with @denvergeeks providing guidance on alternative locations for moderation buttons.
#Installation
- @heyrocker sought assistance with a [rebuild issue](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/331461?silent=true) related to database migration, leading to suggestions for troubleshooting steps.
#Self-Hosting
- @Denis_Didkovsky asked for clarification on the [current process for setting up S3 file and image uploads](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/7229?silent=true), highlighting issues with broken images despite successful uploads to S3.
#Site Management
- @Isambard inquired about [viewing user flagging accuracy](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/123464?silent=true) and suggested potential improvements to the flag weighting system.
## Activity by the [@team](https://meta.discourse.org/groups/team?silent=true) Group
- @mcwumbly shared the [Current Projects - October 2024](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330996?silent=true) update, providing insights into ongoing development efforts at Discourse.
- @awesomerobot engaged in a discussion about [adding a solution indicator to the scrollbar](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/331360?silent=true), offering potential design ideas for implementation.
- @Falco provided a solution for the [AI bot only answering to admins issue](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/331364?silent=true), suggesting a change in trust level settings.
- @chapoi [addressed the new sidebar design on tablets](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330162?silent=true), mentioning the addition of a divider for improved user experience.
- @sam acknowledged the [restore failure issue](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/331376?silent=true) reported by @pfaffman, indicating that the team would be investigating the problem.
- @ted commented on the [PG13 compatibility issue](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/331068?silent=true), sharing a potential fix and discussing considerations for backup restoration between different PostgreSQL versions.
Thanks for reading, and I’ll see you again tomorrow! 🙂
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### Author:  [@Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Discourse)
#### Post date: [19 oktober 2024 om 05:01 UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/daily-summary-5am-utc/291851/278 "2024-10-19T05:01:16Z")
Today on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)…
## Key Stats
In the last 24 hours:
- New posts: 77
- New topics: 19
Top users:
1. @nat (13 likes, 4 posts)
2. @Moin (11 likes, 5 posts)
3. @ganncamp (9 likes, 1 post)
4. @Jagster (7 likes, 4 posts)
5. @david (7 likes, 1 post)
6. @pfaffman (6 likes, 2 posts)
7. @merefield (5 likes, 1 post)
8. @gassim (4 likes, 3 posts)
9. @simon (3 likes, 1 post)
10. @RGJ (3 likes, 2 posts)
## Interesting Topics
#Praise
- @ganncamp discovered a useful [auto-linking feature](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/331536?silent=true) when pasting text, similar to Slack’s functionality. This accidental discovery will save many keystrokes for users.
#Support
- A user inquired about [changing or removing the “Powered by Discourse” link](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/331489?silent=true) at the bottom of their forum. @nat provided guidance on disabling or customizing this feature.
- A user asked about [hiding usernames and real names from anonymous users](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/331542?silent=true) while still allowing content to be publicly visible. @pfaffman suggested potential solutions, noting the complexity of the request.
- @renem asked about the possibility of [creating a webhook for whisper posts](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/331529?silent=true). @simon explained that while there’s no specific webhook for whispers, it’s possible to filter for them in a general Post Events webhook.
- A user reported [issues with edits not displaying and timing out](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/328907/8?silent=true). @Jagster suggested commenting out or deleting a specific line to resolve the problem.
#Installation
- @Aniket inquired about [setting up Discourse on AWS ECS](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/331480?silent=true). @RGJ provided a link to a guide for installing Discourse on AWS.
#Bug
- @MCATAKCIN reported an issue with the [Dark/Light Mode Toggle not working](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/331527?silent=true). @Moin helped troubleshoot, identifying that the user had selected a dark color scheme as their “light” option.
- @Jagster reported a [conflict between the Full Row Bulk Select theme component and Topic List Previews](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/273188/4?silent=true) on iPad. @Don provided a fix using JavaScript to calculate the correct height for the bulk-select overlay.
- @kendoer shared a [solution for a restore failure](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/331376/9?silent=true) related to a missing chat\_mention function by updating the old server to the same version as the new installation before creating a backup.
#UX
- @nat announced [improvements to the user directory search functionality](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/294359/10?silent=true), addressing focus shift issues in multiple components.
#Feature
- @gassim suggested adding the [ability to sort and pin post backlinks](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/331469?silent=true) to improve relevance and usability.
#Theme Component
- @NateDhaliwal released an update for the [Discourse Confetti Clicks theme component](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/331148/5?silent=true), adding a new setting to allow confetti only in specific categories.
#Plugin
- @Adam_Skalicky reported success in [linking and creating Jira issues](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/274045/17?silent=true) with an internal Jira instance after adding the host to the allowed internal hosts under Security settings.
#SSO
- A user encountered a [“CSRF Detected” error](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/331505?silent=true) when using the oauth2-basic plugin for OAuth2 login. @supermathie suggested enabling force\_https to potentially resolve the issue.
#Community
- A discussion began about [tactics to strengthen online communities](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/331344/2?silent=true), with forum administrators sharing their experiences and seeking advice on growing their communities.
## Activity by the [@team](https://meta.discourse.org/groups/team?silent=true) Group
- @nat provided guidance on [changing the “Powered by Discourse” link](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/331489/2?silent=true) and shared updates on [improvements to the user directory search functionality](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/294359/10?silent=true).
- @david announced [significant improvements to the Post Badges theme component](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/114722/150?silent=true), resolving performance concerns by loading badge data as part of the main topic payload.
- @Lilly confirmed that a [fix for the Discourse Persistent banner theme component](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330575/10?silent=true) was successful.
- @supermathie provided troubleshooting advice for a [CSRF detection issue with OAuth2 login](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/331505/2?silent=true), suggesting enabling force\_https as a potential solution.
- @maiki expressed interest in [building tools for AI personas in Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/314103/4?silent=true), highlighting the potential usefulness of public APIs for this purpose.
Thanks for reading, and I’ll see you again tomorrow! 🙂
---
### Author:  [@Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Discourse)
#### Post date: [20 oktober 2024 om 05:00 UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/daily-summary-5am-utc/291851/279 "2024-10-20T05:00:39Z")
# Today on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)…
## Key Stats
In the last 24 hours:
- New posts: 37
- New topics: 3
Top users:
1. @Moin (8 likes, 3 posts)
2. @Jagster (5 likes, 6 posts)
3. @david (3 likes, 1 post)
4. @sunjam (3 likes, 1 post)
5. @tig3 (2 likes, 1 post)
## Interesting Topics
### #Support
- A user sought help with [hiding published posts](https://meta.discourse.org/t/331707?silent=true) in Discourse, expressing frustration over the lack of a draft feature. @Moin suggested using [unlisted topics](https://meta.discourse.org/t/331707/5?silent=true) or a [private category](https://meta.discourse.org/t/331707/5?silent=true), while @Jagster recommended [creating a personal category](https://meta.discourse.org/t/331707/7?silent=true) and using topic timers for publishing.
- @Monikas reported that [post badges disappeared after an update](https://meta.discourse.org/t/114722/151?silent=true) in the FKB Pro - Social theme. @david advised [updating Discourse core and reinstalling the theme component](https://meta.discourse.org/t/114722/152?silent=true) if the issue persists.
- A user inquired about [changing the Dark/Light Mode Toggle](https://meta.discourse.org/t/331527/7?silent=true), with @Jagster explaining the [interaction between theme defaults and user settings](https://meta.discourse.org/t/331527/8?silent=true) for proper toggle functionality.
### #General
- @sunjam shared a [GitHub repository for a Maubot plugin](https://meta.discourse.org/t/331676?silent=true) that allows users to post messages from Matrix to Discourse, potentially useful for cross-platform integration.
### #Self-Hosting
- @tig3 reported success in [serving Discourse from a subfolder](https://meta.discourse.org/t/30507/126?silent=true) by applying a solution shared by @varun21, resolving an issue with user IP addresses showing as 127.0.0.1.
### #Bug
- A discussion continued about [unexpected search behavior](https://meta.discourse.org/t/315217/11?silent=true) where certain terms like ‘/commands’ are not found when searching for ‘commands’. @MarcP highlighted issues with searching GitHub and X (Twitter) links, emphasizing the impact on findability, especially in draft and staff sections.
### #Feature
- The topic of [hiding IP addresses from moderators](https://meta.discourse.org/t/207715/13?silent=true) resurfaced, with @mentalstring citing legal concerns related to GDPR. @Jagster disagreed, stating that [GDPR allows IP address usage](https://meta.discourse.org/t/207715/14?silent=true), while @schneeland provided a [counterargument](https://meta.discourse.org/t/207715/17?silent=true) referencing a European Court of Justice ruling.
### #Installation
- A user continued to seek [help with Discourse installation](https://meta.discourse.org/t/330861/4?silent=true), reporting persistent issues despite changing systems. @Lilly requested [more detailed error logs](https://meta.discourse.org/t/330861/5?silent=true) to assist further.
### #Community
- @MCATAKCIN expressed [motivation for community growth](https://meta.discourse.org/t/331344/3?silent=true) after learning about various tactics to strengthen forum communities.
### #Marketplace
- A discussion about a [Cryptocurrency Idea Submission Plugin](https://meta.discourse.org/t/331147/5?silent=true) explored the potential of expanding Discourse’s tag system to handle cryptocurrency data, with questions about tag performance and UI enhancements.
## Activity by the [@team](https://meta.discourse.org/groups/team?silent=true) Group
- @david provided support for a theme issue, suggesting to [update Discourse core and reinstall the theme component](https://meta.discourse.org/t/114722/152?silent=true) if post badges disappeared after an update.
- @sam requested a video demonstration to help debug an [issue with AI personas not changing as expected in PMs](https://meta.discourse.org/t/331592/2?silent=true).
- @Lilly asked for [more detailed error logs](https://meta.discourse.org/t/330861/5?silent=true) to assist a user having trouble with Discourse installation.
- @zogstrip inquired about a potential fix for a [bug related to changing reactions](https://meta.discourse.org/t/317466/8?silent=true), asking if it would be addressed in an upcoming reactions refactoring.
- @rishabh followed up on a [support request regarding the Discourse hub opening forums in Chrome instead of PWA](https://meta.discourse.org/t/331076/4?silent=true), mentioning that they’ve looped in another team member for assistance.
Thanks for reading, and I’ll see you again tomorrow! 🙂
---
### Author:  [@Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Discourse)
#### Post date: [21 oktober 2024 om 05:00 UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/daily-summary-5am-utc/291851/280 "2024-10-21T05:00:42Z")
Today on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)…
## Key Stats
In the last 24 hours:
- Total new posts: 86
- Total new topics: 10
Top users:
1. @Rizal (8 likes, 3 posts)
2. @Don (7 likes, 1 post)
3. @Moin (7 likes, 3 posts)
4. @simon (6 likes, 4 posts)
5. @mcwumbly (4 likes, 1 post)
## Interesting Topics
### #Support
- @Rizal shared a helpful [resource for LaTeX beginners](https://meta.discourse.org/t/how-to-write-standard-form-of-latex/331805?silent=true), sparking a discussion about LaTeX tools and resources. @simon recommended a useful [PDF of LaTeX symbols](https://meta.discourse.org/t/how-to-write-standard-form-of-latex/331805/2?silent=true) and expressed interest in math formula previews on Discourse.
- @richb-hanover reported an [issue with smooth scrolling](https://meta.discourse.org/t/discourse-not-scrolling-smoothly-any-more/331764?silent=true) on Discourse forums, affecting long topics on Firefox. @awesomerobot confirmed experiencing a similar issue on laptops with trackpads.
- @Amicable encountered a [problem with AI-generated links](https://meta.discourse.org/t/discourse-ai-topic-summary/256711/116?silent=true) in their locally hosted Chatbot, where topic titles were being replaced with “slug” in URLs. The issue was later identified as related to running on localhost without SSL.
- @Kartoon inquired about [accessing admin settings through user profiles on mobile](https://meta.discourse.org/t/is-there-a-way-to-access-a-users-profiles-admin-settings-on-mobile/331789?silent=true), leading to a discussion about the UI design for mobile admin access.
### #Bug
- @Jagster reported an [issue with AI personas not changing as expected in private messages](https://meta.discourse.org/t/ai-personas-arent-changing-as-expected-when-pm/331592/3?silent=true), potentially related to the “Always use default Language Model” setting. @sam confirmed a reproducible bug and promised to address it.
### #Installation
- @AxelTerizaki faced [difficulties with Redis and database errors](https://meta.discourse.org/t/forum-unavailable-with-redis-error-in-unicorn-logs/331677?silent=true) during a Discourse installation. The issue was ultimately traced back to a virus scan removing PostgreSQL files, highlighting the importance of proper antivirus configuration in Discourse setups.
### #Theme
- @darkpixlz provided an [update on their Modern Theme](https://meta.discourse.org/t/darkpixlzs-modern-theme/232543/115?silent=true), acknowledging some broken components and outlining plans for future fixes and a potential rewrite.
### #Theme component
- @davidkingham suggested a [feature request for the Category Banners component](https://meta.discourse.org/t/category-banners/86241/239?silent=true), proposing a “Read more…” link to improve the display of lengthy category descriptions.
### #UX
- @Kartoon contributed to the ongoing discussion about the [visibility of the admin button on user pages on mobile devices](https://meta.discourse.org/t/admin-button-on-user-page-is-obscured-on-mobile/315330/8?silent=true), suggesting improvements to make the feature more discoverable.
### #Marketplace
- @Nima1 and @pfaffman discussed the feasibility and potential costs of developing a [Cryptocurrency Idea Submission Plugin with API Integration](https://meta.discourse.org/t/cryptocurrency-idea-submission-plugin-with-api-integration/331147/6?silent=true), exploring options for custom fields and tag management.
## Activity by the [@team](https://meta.discourse.org/groups/team?silent=true) Group
- @mcwumbly [confirmed](https://meta.discourse.org/t/discourse-not-scrolling-smoothly-any-more/331764/4?silent=true) experiencing scrolling issues similar to those reported by @richb-hanover, particularly on laptops with trackpads.
- @sam [acknowledged a reproducible bug](https://meta.discourse.org/t/ai-personas-arent-changing-as-expected-when-pm/331592/4?silent=true) related to AI personas not changing as expected in private messages and committed to addressing the issue.
- @awesomerobot [contributed](https://meta.discourse.org/t/discourse-not-scrolling-smoothly-any-more/331764/3?silent=true) to the discussion about smooth scrolling problems, confirming similar experiences on laptops with trackpads.
- @ted [provided insights](https://meta.discourse.org/t/pg13-compatibility-issue/331068/13?silent=true) on a PostgreSQL compatibility issue, suggesting a workaround and inquiring about the circumstances that led to restoring a PG15 backup on PG13.
- @Lilly [offered assistance](https://meta.discourse.org/t/issue-with-discourse-community-summary-automation/331752/2?silent=true) to a user experiencing problems with the Discourse summary feature, requesting more information about their configuration.
Thanks for reading, and I’ll see you again tomorrow! 🙂
---
### Author:  [@Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Discourse)
#### Post date: [22 oktober 2024 om 05:01 UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/daily-summary-5am-utc/291851/281 "2024-10-22T05:01:55Z")
Today on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)…
## Key Stats
- New posts: 112
- New topics: 14
- Top users:
1. @Falco (9 likes, 3 posts)
2. @RGJ (9 likes, 5 posts)
3. @sam (5 likes, 4 posts)
4. @Jagster (4 likes, 4 posts)
5. @sebix1 (4 likes, 2 posts)
## Interesting Topics
#Bug
- Users reported issues with [restoring backups](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/331376?silent=true) due to a missing chat\_mention function. @RGJ explained that the problem stems from a migration with an older date stamp being committed later, which isn’t detected by the version metadata in the backup. The solution involves updating to the latest version or building a new instance with the same commit hash.
- A user encountered a [502 Bad Gateway error](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/331980?silent=true) on their Discourse instance. The community suggested running `./launcher rebuild app` to resolve the issue, which was successful after about an hour.
- @sebix1 reported that [generating 2FA backup codes](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/331943?silent=true) is not immediately available after adding an authenticator. The page needs to be reloaded to see the “Add backup codes” button.
#UX
- @T_Disco suggested [displaying the number of items returned](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/331916?silent=true) when a filter is applied in the review queue, improving user experience.
- A discussion about the [difficulty in finding the logout button](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/241855?silent=true) in the new user menu continued, with a user thanking the community for a theme component that addresses this issue.
#Support
- A user sought advice on [configuring incoming email](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/62977?silent=true) to create new topics or group messages, noting that the instructions may be outdated for version 3.2.2.
- @Teresations inquired about [hosting live streams](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/312945?silent=true) directly in their Discourse community using Streamyard or Restream, seeking guidance on the best approach.
#Theme
- @darkpixlz initiated a poll to gauge interest in different designs for their [Modern Theme](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/232543?silent=true), presenting options for a unibody design versus a detached/floating sidebar.
#Plugin
- Users discussed the [Discourse Advertising Plugin](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/33734?silent=true), with @omarfilip noting that the content security policy guidance is outdated and requesting updated information.
- There was a query about integrating [Authentik with the OpenID Connect plugin](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/103632?silent=true), with users offering to share configuration details to help resolve issues.
#Installation
- A user encountered [SMTP configuration errors](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/332028?silent=true) while trying to install Discourse using the 1panel server panel docker, seeking assistance in troubleshooting the issue.
#Dev
- @mryogi sought help with [adding new posts using the API](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/331861?silent=true), encountering a 404 error. The community suggested checking the API key and path used in the request.
#Feature
- @tgustilo expressed interest in [creating a full About page and genuine FAQ](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/24083?silent=true) in the About/FAQ/ToS/Privacy section, sparking a discussion on customizing these pages.
#Community
- @John_Bagg inquired about updates on [building a mentoring scheme](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/286702?silent=true) for members in Discourse, seeking information on setup and implementation.
## Activity by the [@team](https://meta.discourse.org/groups/team?silent=true) Group
- @Falco provided feedback on a [new AI Persona Editor](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/331785/6?silent=true), praising the work done by @Don.
- @joffreyjaffeux [tested a real subscription](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330622/5?silent=true) to investigate an error when clicking on Billing in user profiles, confirming that people can subscribe successfully.
- @martin merged a PR to show [old pageview reports as “Legacy Pageviews”](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/324068/22?silent=true) in the new site traffic report.
- @Nam merged a PR to [add scores for chat](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/275734/5?silent=true) in the Discourse Gamification plugin.
- @chapoi submitted a fix for an issue where [longer footnotes were stuck to the right of the screen](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330520/4?silent=true), causing the page to be sidescrolled.
- @sam alerted the team about [animations potentially breaking on meta](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/331803/3?silent=true) and provided information on how to [expire user passwords](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/85202/12?silent=true) in Discourse.
- @Lilly explained how the [out of love badge](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/331988/2?silent=true) is affected by changing the max likes per day setting.
- @pmusaraj welcomed a PR suggestion for [adding carriage return characters to Two-Factor Backup Codes](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/331940/2?silent=true) to improve compatibility for Windows users.
- @supermathie provided guidance on troubleshooting [SMTP mail sending issues](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/331608/8?silent=true) related to DNS problems in a Docker container.
Thanks for reading, and I’ll see you again tomorrow! 🙂
---
### Author:  [@Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Discourse)
#### Post date: [23 oktober 2024 om 05:01 UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/daily-summary-5am-utc/291851/282 "2024-10-23T05:01:01Z")
Today on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)…
## Key Stats
- New posts: 103
- New topics: 19
Top users:
1. @Moin (16 likes, 5 posts)
2. @Jagster (8 likes, 5 posts)
3. @Don (8 likes, 3 posts)
4. @sam (7 likes, 3 posts)
5. @pfaffman (6 likes, 7 posts)
6. @T_Disco (5 likes, 5 posts)
7. @gerhard (5 likes, 2 posts)
8. @ethindp (3 likes, 6 posts)
9. @merefield (3 likes, 4 posts)
10. @RGJ (2 likes, 1 posts)
## Interesting Topics
#Support
- @willie inquired about [adding a small image next to avatars](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/332095?silent=true) like the team has. @Moin explained that group flairs are part of core Discourse functionality and provided a link to more information [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/332095/2?silent=true).
- @Jagster encountered an issue with the [long-time-no-see warning for AI personas](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/332102?silent=true) in private messages. @Firepup650 suggested a SQL command to fix the problem by updating the `last_seen_at` field [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/332102/4?silent=true).
- @Aniket sought guidance on [installing Discourse using web\_only.yml](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/332073?silent=true). @Moin and @pfaffman provided information about the two-container setup and troubleshooting steps [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/332073/2?silent=true).
- @keithkhl asked about [changing the image folder to a symlinked folder](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/332093?silent=true) for load balancing purposes. @pfaffman advised against using symlinks and suggested changing the Docker mount to point to the NFS mount instead [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/332093/4?silent=true).
- @bob_the_tomato reported an issue with [invites not working properly](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/332244?silent=true). @Lilly confirmed that invites are working as expected and suggested checking the redeemed invites tab [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/332244/2?silent=true).
#Bug
- @gerhard identified the cause of a [restore failing with missing chat\_mention function](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/331376?silent=true) and provided a link to a pull request that fixes the issue [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/331376/29?silent=true).
#UX
- @T_Disco suggested [enhancements to the Claimed and Assigned functionality](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/332094?silent=true) in the review queue, including additional filter options and a dedicated page for claimed items [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/332094?silent=true).
- @ethindp raised an accessibility concern about [topic lists not having headings for each topic](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/332050?silent=true). @awesomerobot explained that headings were recently removed based on advice from an accessibility team, but they are considering adding them back [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/332050/3?silent=true).
#Feature
- @gassim requested the ability to [update/redesign Discobot Tutorial Certificates](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/332042?silent=true), specifically asking about customizing the design beyond just modifying the text [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/332042?silent=true).
#Installation
- @CamilleRoux reported an issue with [Let’s Encrypt SSL Certificate Not Renewing](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/332124?silent=true) and provided details about the steps taken to troubleshoot the problem [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/332124?silent=true).
#SSO
- @Tech_Geek inquired about [implementing passwordless login/signup in Discourse with Auth0 via APIs](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/332213?silent=true), aiming to automatically log users into Discourse if they’re already registered through Auth0 [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/332213?silent=true).
#Community
- @kuaza proposed [creating a plugin that combines features from existing plugins](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/332235?silent=true) to enable users to donate money to other users for answering questions, with the goal of creating alternative sources of income for the site and motivating activity [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/332235?silent=true).
## Activity by the [@team](https://meta.discourse.org/groups/team?silent=true) Group
- @sam commented on the [PG13 compatibility issue](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/331068/18?silent=true), acknowledging the need to update the open-source container to PostgreSQL 15 in the coming months.
- @jordan-vidrine addressed the issue of [animations breaking on meta](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/331803/4?silent=true) by removing transitions from a reader-mode component and requesting feedback on whether the animations are now working properly.
- @gerhard provided a detailed explanation and solution for the [restore failing with missing chat\_mention function](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/331376/29?silent=true) issue, including a link to a pull request that fixes the problem.
- @blake requested additional information to help troubleshoot an [error when clicking on Billing in user profile](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330622/12?silent=true), asking for console and network tab details.
- @tobiaseigen shared an update on the [creation of custom flags](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/329894/9?silent=true) feature, including a screenshot of the new moderation flags admin page with the added toggle.
- @awesomerobot responded to concerns about [topic lists not having headings for each topic](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/332050/3?silent=true) for accessibility purposes, explaining the recent changes and considering adding the headings back based on user feedback.
- @Lilly helped troubleshoot an issue with [invites not working properly](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/332244/2?silent=true), confirming that invites are functioning as expected and suggesting where to look for redeemed invites.
- @SaraDev provided a detailed SQL query to enhance the [Moderator Activity dashboard report](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/291244/3?silent=true) by adding columns for Posts Approved and Posts Rejected.
Thanks for reading, and I’ll see you again tomorrow! 🙂
---
### Author:  [@Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Discourse)
#### Post date: [24 oktober 2024 om 05:00 UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/daily-summary-5am-utc/291851/283 "2024-10-24T05:00:34Z")
# Today on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)…
## Key Stats
- **New Posts** : 87
- **New Topics** : 19
**Top Contributors** :
- @Moin: 9 posts, 10 likes
- @Lilly: 1 post, 5 likes
- @Discourse: 1 post, 5 likes
- @Don: 4 posts, 5 likes
- @ethindp: 3 posts, 5 likes
## Interesting Topics
**#blog**
- A new [blog post](https://meta.discourse.org/t/discourse-a-team-collaboration-tool/332341?silent=true) was published discussing how Discourse serves as a team collaboration tool. @stella investigated an issue with the newsletter signup form reported by users.
**#UX**
- @ethindp raised several accessibility concerns including [ARIA announcements for keyboard navigation](https://meta.discourse.org/t/a11y-aria-announcements-should-be-used-when-navigating-the-topic-list-with-keyboard-shortcuts/332431?silent=true) and [unlabeled buttons](https://meta.discourse.org/t/a11y-certain-buttons-remain-unlabeled/332053?silent=true).
- @Moin reported an [issue with broken text](https://meta.discourse.org/t/en-category-settings-sections-event-sorting-broken/332365?silent=true) in the calendar event sorting settings.
**#Support**
- @markschmucker discovered an [issue with AI Forum Helper](https://meta.discourse.org/t/ai-forum-helper-cannot-access-some-categories/332416?silent=true) not being able to access premium categories. @Falco provided a solution involving search tool configuration.
- @willie inquired about [feedback plugins](https://meta.discourse.org/t/looking-for-a-feedback-plugin/332443?silent=true) for their site, with @Moin suggesting the Topic Ratings plugin as a solution.
**#Dev**
- @NateDhaliwal encountered [issues with tsParticles](https://meta.discourse.org/t/tsparticles-not-defined-even-though-it-is/332311?silent=true) integration, with @Alteras providing guidance on handling script loading.
**#Feature**
- @Shauny suggested [updating Discobot Tutorial Certificates](https://meta.discourse.org/t/update-redesign-discobot-tutorial-certificates/332042?silent=true) to allow for better logo placement and background customization.
- Discussion continued on adding [visual cues for badge awards](https://meta.discourse.org/t/wishlist-visual-cue-for-user-got-a-badge-for-this-post/282923?silent=true) with @pento sharing a work-in-progress implementation.
**#Theme**
- @darkpixlz announced the [rewrite of their Modern Theme](https://meta.discourse.org/t/darkpixlz-s-modern-theme/232543/117?silent=true) with a new repository and test site.
**#Plugin**
- @RGJ shared updates to the [WP Discourse Shortcodes plugin](https://meta.discourse.org/t/wp-discourse-shortcodes-plugin/48910?silent=true), adding support for topic list filtering.
## Activity by the [@team](https://meta.discourse.org/groups/team?silent=true) Group
- @stella investigated newsletter signup form issues in the [team collaboration tool blog post](https://meta.discourse.org/t/discourse-a-team-collaboration-tool/332341/4?silent=true) and acknowledged the problem needed fixing.
- @Lilly welcomed new users and shared information about [Halloween decorations](https://meta.discourse.org/t/halloween-decorations/207572/8?silent=true) and Christmas themes.
- @awesomerobot made accessibility improvements to [various UI elements](https://meta.discourse.org/t/a11y-certain-buttons-remain-unlabeled/332053/4?silent=true) including admin settings buttons and category color controls.
- @Falco provided solutions for [AI Forum Helper configuration](https://meta.discourse.org/t/ai-forum-helper-cannot-access-some-categories/332416/2?silent=true) and [sentiment analysis language support](https://meta.discourse.org/t/ai-sentiment-analysis-supported-languages/332169/6?silent=true).
- @lindsey explained the reasoning behind [404 errors for private content](https://meta.discourse.org/t/asking-for-access-to-a-private-category/21135/21?silent=true).
Thanks for reading, and I’ll see you again tomorrow! 🙂
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