# Weekly Summary
**URL:** https://meta.discourse.org/t/weekly-summary/291947
**Category:** Forum summaries
**Created:** [January 17, 2024, 1:39pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/weekly-summary/291947 "2024-01-17T13:39:45Z")
**Posts on this page:** 20
**Page:** 1
### Author:  [@Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Discourse)
#### Post date: [January 17, 2024, 1:39pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/weekly-summary/291947/1 "2024-01-17T13:39:46Z")
Welcome to our AI-generated **Weekly Summary** topic! š„³
This is the topic where a weekly summary of metaās activity is put together by our resident AI, trusty 'ol Bert, and posted here so everyone can get an overview of some of the top discussions over the past 7 days.
Itās set to fire every week at Sunday 21:00
If youād like to get a ping whenever a new one is posted just set this topic to Watching (and if you change your mind, change it back š).
Much like the daily summary, feedback is certainly most welcome. Weāll be tweaking and refining the idea as we go, so all input is encouraged. We do have a separate topic for that to keep this one just for summaries, but you can find that here - [Weekly Summary Feedback](https://meta.discourse.org/t/weekly-summary-feedback/292429)
Enjoy! š
> ā Small caveatā¦ AI (even GPT-4) **does hallucinate** , it is unavoidable. Donāt treat everything it says as truth, as there will likely be some lies mixed in. Weāll try to manually correct any if we spot them, but stillā¦ keep an eye out. š
---
### Author:  [@Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Discourse)
#### Post date: [August 11, 2024, 9:01pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/weekly-summary/291947/34 "2024-08-11T21:01:03Z")
# This week on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)ā¦
## Key Stats
In the past week, the Discourse Meta community has been bustling with activity. Here are some key statistics:
- **Total New Posts:** 791
- **Total New Topics:** 131
**Top Users:**
- **@Moin:** 44 posts, 101 likes
- **@pfaffman:** 34 posts, 78 likes
- **@merefield:** 34 posts, 72 likes
- **@JammyDodger:** 28 posts, 71 likes
- **@Jagster:** 36 posts, 53 likes
## Interesting Topics
### #feature
- **[Share your feedback about updated notification menu!](https://meta.discourse.org/t/320403/1?silent=true):** @lindsey introduced a redesigned notifications menu, inviting feedback on its new avatar display feature. The community shared mixed reactions, with some appreciating the visual context and others finding it distracting.
- **[New sidebar experiment (Sidebar Feng Shui)](https://meta.discourse.org/t/320459/1?silent=true):** @chapoi announced a sidebar design experiment aimed at creating a more spacious layout. Feedback varied, with some users appreciating the cleaner look and others concerned about screen space on smaller devices.
- **[Click To Edit](https://meta.discourse.org/t/321054/1?silent=true):** @pipkin introduced a plugin that allows users to click in the composer to select corresponding lines in the preview pane, enhancing the editing experience.
### #community
- **[Why isnāt Discourse more frequently recommended as a ācommunity platformā?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/221040/159?silent=true):** A lively discussion on why Discourse isnāt more widely recommended, with insights into deployment ease and the need for better integration with existing IT infrastructures.
- **[Are There Any Unique Discourse Instances Out There?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/320590/1?silent=true):** @WorldIsMine sought examples of uniquely themed Discourse instances, sparking a conversation about customization and showcasing various creative implementations.
### #ux
- **[Feedback on our simplified topic map experiment](https://meta.discourse.org/t/307584/112?silent=true):** @Ayelen_Rives shared feedback on the topic map experiment, highlighting the need for clearer data display and questioning its functionality in topics with no replies.
- **[Allow private categories to onebox](https://meta.discourse.org/t/320473/1?silent=true):** @nathank proposed enabling Onebox for private categories to facilitate internal content showcases, prompting a discussion on privacy and functionality.
### #support
- **[Can Discourse collapse comments?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/320648/2?silent=true):** @HAWK and @Lilly discussed the possibility of implementing a commenting system for posts, suggesting the Journal plugin as a potential solution.
- **[What Discourse AI features are FREE to use?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/320950/2?silent=true):** @pfaffman clarified the costs associated with Discourse AI features, suggesting educational credits as a workaround for schools.
### #dev
- **[Problem tracking nested structure](https://meta.discourse.org/t/320886/4?silent=true):** @david provided a solution for tracking issues in Emberās reactivity system, offering guidance on using `.get()` for non-`@tracked` properties.
- **[Discourse AI plugin failing container rebuilds/bootstrappings](https://meta.discourse.org/t/320875/2?silent=true):** @JammyDodger and @Jagster identified a privilege error causing rebuild failures, linking to a related fix in progress.
### #announcements
- **[Whatās next for Toxicity detection in Discourse AI?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/320283/1?silent=true):** @Saif announced the decommissioning of the Toxicity module in favor of a more customizable AI Post Classifier, leveraging LLMs for improved performance.
- **[Whatās next for NSFW detection in Discourse AI](https://meta.discourse.org/t/320653/1?silent=true):** Following the shift to LLMs, the NSFW module will also be replaced by the AI Post Classifier, enhancing detection capabilities.
## Activity by the [@team](https://meta.discourse.org/groups/team?silent=true) Group
- **@JammyDodger** participated in discussions about [bulk actions](https://meta.discourse.org/t/320457/4?silent=true) and [email notifications](https://meta.discourse.org/t/320852/3?silent=true), providing insights and solutions.
- **@Lilly** offered support on various topics, including [mention issues](https://meta.discourse.org/t/320767/2?silent=true) and [plugin errors](https://meta.discourse.org/t/321117/5?silent=true), helping users troubleshoot effectively.
- **@awesomerobot** contributed to the [notification menu feedback](https://meta.discourse.org/t/320403/19?silent=true) and [sidebar experiment](https://meta.discourse.org/t/320459/8?silent=true), sharing design perspectives and suggestions.
- **@Falco** addressed [AI feature costs](https://meta.discourse.org/t/320950/3?silent=true) and [bug fixes](https://meta.discourse.org/t/320817/5?silent=true), providing technical guidance and updates.
- **@david** engaged in discussions on [nested structure tracking](https://meta.discourse.org/t/320886/4?silent=true) and [installation issues](https://meta.discourse.org/t/320875/2?silent=true), offering solutions and improvements.
Thanks for reading, and Iāll see you again next week! š
---
### Author:  [@Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Discourse)
#### Post date: [August 18, 2024, 9:01pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/weekly-summary/291947/35 "2024-08-18T21:01:09Z")
# This week on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)ā¦
## Key Stats
In the past week, the Discourse Meta community has been bustling with activity. Here are some key statistics:
- **Total New Posts:** 838
- **Total New Topics:** 108
**Top Users:**
- @Moin: 58 posts, 108 likes
- @merefield: 43 posts, 73 likes
- @Heliosurge: 46 posts, 32 likes
- @pfaffman: 30 posts, 36 likes
- @Jagster: 39 posts, 42 likes
## Interesting Topics
### #plugin
- @pipkin discussed the [Click To Edit](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/321054/10?silent=true) plugin, exploring the potential to convert it into a theme component. @sam and @david provided insights on the feasibility of this transition.
### #support
- A user inquired about [image resizing](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/321223/9?silent=true) issues, with @merefield offering a CSS solution to adjust image dimensions for better display across devices.
- The topic of [registration without email verification](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/321699/2?silent=true) was raised, with @pfaffman explaining the risks and suggesting alternative authentication methods.
### #community
- A discussion on why [Discourse isnāt more frequently recommended](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/221040/168?silent=true) as a community platform highlighted the subtlety of certain features, with suggestions for improving user experience.
- @Joe_F sought advice on [using Discourse for community building](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/321643/1?silent=true), prompting community members to share their experiences and tips for leveraging Discourseās capabilities.
### #bug
- A bug was reported where the [Android context menu covers the AI helper](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/321392/1?silent=true), with @sam suggesting potential solutions to improve the mobile experience.
- The issue of [endless loading of post history](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/292414/8?silent=true) when the latest revision is hidden was discussed, with @JammyDodger referencing a previous report by @Moin.
### #ux
- An experiment to [highlight current user and bots in posts](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/321851/1?silent=true) was announced by @joffreyjaffeux, aiming to enhance user visibility in discussions.
- The [Composer preview issue](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/321142/1?silent=true) with control buttons appearing under videos was identified, with @awesomerobot providing a fix.
### #dev
- The [Automating Discourse Plugin Setup](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/315013/6?silent=true) with the `create-discourse-plugin` gem was discussed, with @grubba announcing its integration into core as a rake task.
- A new [theme component for sorting topics by created date](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/321521/1?silent=true) was introduced by @Alteras, adding functionality to the topic list.
### #feature
- The community explored the possibility of [group-specific whispers](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/233114/17?silent=true), with @jrgong expressing interest in this feature for non-moderator teams.
- A suggestion to [reduce email expenses](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/321583/2?silent=true) by not sending emails to inactive users was discussed, with @Jagster providing a solution.
### #installation
- A user faced issues with [NGinx.conf file location](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/322162/2?silent=true), with @Lilly providing guidance on editing the app.yml file.
- The topic of [migrating local storage to S3](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/321747/2?silent=true) was addressed, with @pangbo explaining the process using a migration script.
### #theme-component
- The [Created Topic Sort](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/321521/1?silent=true) theme component was highlighted, allowing users to sort topics by their creation date.
- A [bug with the revert button](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/321783/1?silent=true) in the āchangesā popup was fixed, as reported by @Moin and resolved by @keegan.
## Activity by the [@team](https://meta.discourse.org/groups/team?silent=true) Group
- @sam participated in the [Click To Edit](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/321054/10?silent=true) discussion, questioning the pluginās implementation and suggesting improvements.
- @joffreyjaffeux addressed a [bug with category names missing](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/320960/2?silent=true) on the group permissions page, providing a fix.
- @awesomerobot contributed to resolving the [Composer preview issue](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/321142/1?silent=true) with video controls, ensuring a smoother user experience.
- @keegan worked on fixing the [AI helper disappearance](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/321015/5?silent=true) in the composer, collaborating with @sam and @Don to resolve the issue.
- @JammyDodger provided solutions for [adding āhot topicsā to the sidebar](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/321777/2?silent=true), enhancing the siteās navigation features.
Thanks for reading, and Iāll see you again next week! š
---
### Author:  [@Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Discourse)
#### Post date: [August 25, 2024, 9:01pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/weekly-summary/291947/36 "2024-08-25T21:01:03Z")
# This week on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)ā¦
## Key Stats
In the past week, the Discourse Meta community has been bustling with activity. Here are some key statistics:
- **Total New Posts:** 877
- **Total New Topics:** 125
**Top Users:**
- **@Moin:** 47 posts, 99 likes
- **@awesomerobot:** 12 posts, 66 likes
- **@Lilly:** 26 posts, 66 likes
- **@JammyDodger:** 34 posts, 64 likes
- **@Jagster:** 45 posts, 53 likes
- **@pfaffman:** 29 posts, 48 likes
- **@RGJ:** 16 posts, 33 likes
- **@merefield:** 18 posts, 31 likes
- **@Heliosurge:** 37 posts, 31 likes
- **@Danielle:** 1 post, 24 likes
## Interesting Topics
### Announcements
- **Upcoming Event! Level up your community manager mindset:** @Danielle announced a new [webinar](https://meta.discourse.org/t/322666/1?silent=true) scheduled for August 29, focusing on strategies to enhance community management skills.
- **New homes for official and community documentation:** @hugh shared updates on the [documentation setup](https://meta.discourse.org/t/322620/1?silent=true), emphasizing clarity and collaboration.
### Support
- **Why do I see this in upper left of the screen instead of the nice login splash screen?:** @Lilly and @HAWK helped troubleshoot a [login screen issue](https://meta.discourse.org/t/322122/3?silent=true) that appeared to be caused by custom CSS.
- **Is it possible to increase the size of a group flair?:** @Lilly provided a [solution](https://meta.discourse.org/t/322261/2?silent=true) for resizing avatar flairs using CSS.
- **What is discourse-livestream used for?:** @HAWK and @Falco clarified the [purpose](https://meta.discourse.org/t/322188/2?silent=true) of the Discourse livestream plugin, noting its experimental status.
- **Replace ā+ New Topicā with ā+ Create Eventā option:** @putty and @nathank discussed using a [theme component](https://meta.discourse.org/t/322534/2?silent=true) to customize the āNew Topicā button for event creation.
### Bugs
- **Captioning goes nuts:** @RGJ and @Lilly reported a [bug](https://meta.discourse.org/t/323079/5?silent=true) with the captioning engine, which was later fixed by @Roman_Rizzi.
- **Android context menu covers up the composer AI helper:** @keegan and @Falco worked on resolving a [mobile issue](https://meta.discourse.org/t/321392/18?silent=true) affecting the AI helper.
- **Uploading of video file fails due to JS error:** @supermathie and @blake addressed a [JavaScript error](https://meta.discourse.org/t/322363/4?silent=true) that was preventing video uploads.
### Community
- **Feng Shui (Simplifying the UI for new users):** @awesomerobot and @Jagster discussed the [complexity](https://meta.discourse.org/t/322154/3?silent=true) of Discourseās UI for new users and potential simplifications.
- **Best Practices for Effective Onboarding in Discourse Forums:** @HAWK shared insights and resources on [onboarding strategies](https://meta.discourse.org/t/322984/2?silent=true) for new forum members.
### Development
- **Discourse Central Theme ā Meta Pre-Release Out Now!:** @awesomerobot announced the [availability](https://meta.discourse.org/t/287495/135?silent=true) of the Central theme for testing on Meta.
- **Detecting secrets in attachments:** @pmusaraj and @Colin_Mueller discussed a [feature request](https://meta.discourse.org/t/322660/4?silent=true) for detecting secrets in file attachments.
### UX
- **Is āiā or āLā used for the template keyboard shortcut:** @Moin and @lindsey clarified the [keyboard shortcut](https://meta.discourse.org/t/322906/1?silent=true) for inserting templates, ensuring consistency across languages.
- **How to show topic-map on non-commented posts?:** @sam and @awesomerobot debated the [visibility](https://meta.discourse.org/t/204222/30?silent=true) of topic maps on posts without replies.
## Activity by the [@team](https://meta.discourse.org/groups/team?silent=true) Group
- **@awesomerobot** participated in discussions about the [Central theme](https://meta.discourse.org/t/287495/135?silent=true) and [UI simplification](https://meta.discourse.org/t/322154/3?silent=true).
- **@Lilly** provided solutions for [group flair resizing](https://meta.discourse.org/t/322261/2?silent=true) and addressed a [bug](https://meta.discourse.org/t/322990/2?silent=true) related to badge deletion.
- **@JammyDodger** contributed to troubleshooting a [login screen issue](https://meta.discourse.org/t/322122/14?silent=true) and shared insights on [SEO challenges](https://meta.discourse.org/t/322229/21?silent=true).
- **@Danielle** announced an [upcoming webinar](https://meta.discourse.org/t/322666/1?silent=true) for community managers.
- **@sam** engaged in discussions about [topic maps](https://meta.discourse.org/t/204222/30?silent=true) and [AI image generation](https://meta.discourse.org/t/322576/2?silent=true).
- **@Falco** clarified the [livestream pluginās](https://meta.discourse.org/t/322188/9?silent=true) status and addressed a [mobile AI helper issue](https://meta.discourse.org/t/321392/29?silent=true).
- **@supermathie** worked on resolving a [video upload error](https://meta.discourse.org/t/322363/4?silent=true) and provided guidance on [email forwarding](https://meta.discourse.org/t/322966/2?silent=true).
- **@joffreyjaffeux** addressed a [bug](https://meta.discourse.org/t/322680/8?silent=true) related to badge images and participated in discussions about [chat integration](https://meta.discourse.org/t/322629/2?silent=true).
- **@david** provided insights on [content security policy](https://meta.discourse.org/t/298172/8?silent=true) and assisted with [installation issues](https://meta.discourse.org/t/322203/3?silent=true).
Thanks for reading, and Iāll see you again next week! š
---
### Author:  [@Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Discourse)
#### Post date: [September 1, 2024, 9:01pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/weekly-summary/291947/37 "2024-09-01T21:01:30Z")
# This week on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)ā¦
## Key Stats
In the past week, the Discourse Meta community has been bustling with activity. Here are some key statistics:
- **Total New Posts:** 821
- **Total New Topics:** 108
**Top Users:**
- @pfaffman: 71 posts, 97 likes
- @Moin: 28 posts, 59 likes
- @merefield: 29 posts, 52 likes
- @JammyDodger: 28 posts, 50 likes
- @Heliosurge: 39 posts, 37 likes
## Interesting Topics
### Announcements
- **Celebrating a Decade of Discourse** : @Saif kicked off a celebration of Discourseās 10th anniversary, reflecting on the journey since the release of Discourse v1.0. The community shared their experiences and gratitude for the platformās evolution. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/323448/1?silent=true).
- **3.4.0.beta1 Release** : The latest beta release introduces the āHotā topic sorting option, unseen feature indicators, and improvements to polls. @Saif provided a detailed overview of these new features. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/322329/1?silent=true).
- **New Documentation Plugin** : @hugh announced a new documentation plugin aimed at enhancing navigation and accessibility. This plugin is part of ongoing efforts to improve documentation on Discourse. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/321764/1?silent=true).
### Support
- **Login Troubles from Android** : Users reported issues with logging in from Android devices. @supermathie and others investigated potential causes, including SSL connection failures and ISP interference. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/323497/1?silent=true).
- **Changing Email Addresses Not Working as an Admin** : @Lilly and @Moin discussed challenges faced by admins when changing user email addresses, highlighting potential issues with settings and SSO configurations. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/323350/1?silent=true).
- **Auto-Delete Topics in a Category** : @exlabs inquired about automating the deletion of topics in a private category after 30 days. @JammyDodger noted that while this feature isnāt currently automated, there is an open feature request for it. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/323451/1?silent=true).
### Bugs
- **PostgreSQL Stuck During Rebuilding** : @pfaffman and @tgxworld discussed a bug causing PostgreSQL to get stuck during rebuilding. A workaround involving a specific base image was suggested. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/323434/1?silent=true).
- **[object Object] in Pageviews Tooltip**: @corneliusroemer reported a bug where the pageviews tooltip displayed `[object Object]`. @nat provided a fix for this issue. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/323609/1?silent=true).
- **Avatar on Usercard Cut Off** : @Moin reported and fixed an issue where avatars were cut off on usercards. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/323424/1?silent=true).
### Features
- **Review with Reason Theme Component** : @Lhc_fl introduced a theme component that requires moderators to provide a reason for actions during reviews, logging it in a topic. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/323835/1?silent=true).
- **Compose Center Theme Component** : @Don shared a new theme component that centralizes composing options, making it easier to handle content creation. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/323776/1?silent=true).
- **Simple Design Tool for Discourse** : @pearsonified introduced a design tool based on Golden Ratio Typography, aimed at helping users customize their Discourse installs. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/323807/1?silent=true).
### Development
- **Discourse AI Post Classifier** : @Saif discussed updates to the AI post classifier, emphasizing the need to update existing prompts to reflect recent changes. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/281227/1?silent=true).
- **Discourse Chatbot Enhancements** : @merefield added new functionalities to the Discourse Chatbot, allowing for additional functions in separate plugins. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/256652/1?silent=true).
- **Discourse AI Persona Upload Support** : @Saif highlighted new features in the AI Persona plugin, including support for uploading text files to enhance persona capabilities. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/304049/1?silent=true).
## Activity by the [@team](https://meta.discourse.org/groups/team?silent=true) Group
- @Saif celebrated Discourseās 10th anniversary, reflecting on the platformās growth and community contributions. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/323448/1?silent=true).
- @Lilly participated in discussions about the new /about page redesign, providing feedback and suggestions for improvements. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/324212/1?silent=true).
- @JammyDodger engaged in various support topics, offering solutions and guidance on issues like auto-deleting topics and email address changes. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/323451/1?silent=true).
- @supermathie investigated login issues from Android devices, providing insights into potential causes and solutions. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/323497/1?silent=true).
- @hugh announced the development of a new documentation plugin, inviting feedback from the community to refine its features. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/321764/1?silent=true).
Thanks for reading, and Iāll see you again next week! š
---
### Author:  [@Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Discourse)
#### Post date: [September 15, 2024, 9:00pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/weekly-summary/291947/39 "2024-09-15T21:00:49Z")
# This week on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)ā¦
## Key Stats
In the past week, the Discourse Meta community has been bustling with activity. Here are some key statistics:
- **Total New Posts:** 770
- **Total New Topics:** 99
**Top Users:**
- @Moin: 46 posts, 114 likes
- @pfaffman: 70 posts, 105 likes
- @awesomerobot: 19 posts, 76 likes
- @Lilly: 17 posts, 55 likes
- @sam: 14 posts, 52 likes
- @ondrej: 23 posts, 49 likes
- @Jagster: 38 posts, 46 likes
- @nathank: 15 posts, 43 likes
- @MarcP: 26 posts, 41 likes
- @hugh: 5 posts, 37 likes
## Interesting Topics
### Announcements
- **Weāre upgrading our icons to Font Awesome 6!**
@awesomerobot announced the upgrade to [Font Awesome 6](https://meta.discourse.org/t/325349/1?silent=true), which includes new icons and style updates. This change will enhance the visual experience across the Discourse interface.
- **Better pageview metrics with the new site traffic report**
@hugh introduced a [new site traffic report](https://meta.discourse.org/t/324068/1?silent=true) that provides a more comprehensive view of community engagement, offering insights into pageviews from various sources.
- **Introducing the new Starter Plan!**
Discourse announced a [new Starter plan](https://meta.discourse.org/t/326214/1?silent=true) for launching communities, offering unlimited members for $20 a month.
### Support
- **What CSS was used for Comments here?**
@Lilly provided a [solution](https://meta.discourse.org/t/326088/7?silent=true) for users looking to style embedded comments, enhancing the customization options for Discourse sites.
- **Invalid Certificate in Free Trial Site**
@kathy.church resolved an [issue](https://meta.discourse.org/t/325901/3?silent=true) with certificate errors by identifying a block from the IT department, ensuring smooth access across devices.
- **Very confused, watching vs tracking a post?**
@awesomerobot clarified the [differences](https://meta.discourse.org/t/326219/3?silent=true) between watching and tracking posts, helping users manage their notifications effectively.
### Bugs
- **Layout of `Admin > Badges` page broken after updating**
@david and @ella worked on fixing a [layout issue](https://meta.discourse.org/t/325492/6?silent=true) caused by locale settings, ensuring consistent display across different languages.
- **Missing Icons**
@awesomerobot addressed a [bug](https://meta.discourse.org/t/325889/13?silent=true) with missing icons in the Font Awesome Pro plugin, restoring full functionality after updates.
- **Chrome slow to upload in topic with many images**
@sam and @david identified a [performance regression](https://meta.discourse.org/t/325890/8?silent=true) in Chrome, working on a fix to improve upload speeds in image-heavy topics.
### Features
- **Rich Text Editor Plugin**
@sam advised delaying a [project](https://meta.discourse.org/t/326070/3?silent=true) for a rich text editor plugin, as Discourse is actively working in this area.
- **Prefilled composer link generator**
@Moin introduced a [theme component](https://meta.discourse.org/t/326460/1?silent=true) that generates links to prefilled composers, streamlining content creation.
- **Tick badge for username?**
@awesomerobot suggested using [flairs](https://meta.discourse.org/t/326125/8?silent=true) to achieve a Twitter-like verified badge experience, enhancing user identity features.
### Praise
- **OMG The Discourse AI Helper is pretty great**
@pfaffman shared a [success story](https://meta.discourse.org/t/326258/1?silent=true) using the Discourse AI Helper to add watermarks, showcasing the toolās versatility.
- **Thanks for the intuitive UX in [data explorer](https://meta.discourse.org/t/32566?silent=true)**
@ganncamp praised the [user experience](https://meta.discourse.org/t/326398/1?silent=true) in the [data explorer](https://meta.discourse.org/t/32566?silent=true), highlighting its intuitive design for managing complex queries.
### Migration
- **Migrating SFDC community to Discourse**
@HAWK confirmed the [possibility](https://meta.discourse.org/t/326079/4?silent=true) of migrating communities from Salesforce to Discourse, offering guidance for a smooth transition.
### Development
- **Fabricators generating duplicate names because of aging local test database**
@david provided a [solution](https://meta.discourse.org/t/326197/2?silent=true) for resolving issues with duplicate names in test databases, ensuring reliable test environments.
- **Write end-to-end system specs for the Discourse user interface**
A comprehensive [guide](https://meta.discourse.org/t/325937/1?silent=true) was shared on writing system specs for Discourse, aiding developers in creating robust tests.
## Activity by the [@team](https://meta.discourse.org/groups/team?silent=true) Group
- @awesomerobot was active in discussions about [upgrading icons to Font Awesome 6](https://meta.discourse.org/t/325349/1?silent=true) and [missing icons](https://meta.discourse.org/t/325889/13?silent=true), providing solutions and updates.
- @Lilly contributed to resolving [CSS issues](https://meta.discourse.org/t/326088/7?silent=true) and participated in discussions about [watching vs tracking posts](https://meta.discourse.org/t/326219/4?silent=true).
- @sam advised on delaying a [rich text editor project](https://meta.discourse.org/t/326070/3?silent=true) and worked on fixing a [Chrome upload issue](https://meta.discourse.org/t/325890/4?silent=true).
- @hugh announced the [new site traffic report](https://meta.discourse.org/t/324068/1?silent=true), enhancing community engagement insights.
- @pmusaraj addressed a [bug](https://meta.discourse.org/t/326397/3?silent=true) with user authentication logs and participated in discussions about [DiscourseHub features](https://meta.discourse.org/t/325266/4?silent=true).
- @david worked on fixing a [layout issue](https://meta.discourse.org/t/325492/6?silent=true) and identified a [performance regression](https://meta.discourse.org/t/325890/8?silent=true) in Chrome uploads.
- @HAWK confirmed the [possibility of migrating](https://meta.discourse.org/t/326079/4?silent=true) communities from Salesforce to Discourse, providing support for migration efforts.
Thanks for reading, and Iāll see you again next week! š
---
### Author:  [@Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Discourse)
#### Post date: [September 22, 2024, 9:00pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/weekly-summary/291947/40 "2024-09-22T21:00:44Z")
# This week on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)ā¦
## Key Stats
In the past week, the Discourse Meta community has been bustling with activity. Here are some key statistics:
- **Total New Posts:** 873
- **Total New Topics:** 113
**Top Users:**
- @Moin: 56 posts, 147 likes
- @Lilly: 32 posts, 97 likes
- @merefield: 33 posts, 75 likes
- @sam: 29 posts, 72 likes
- @Heliosurge: 47 posts, 68 likes
## Interesting Topics
### Announcements
- **Current Projects - September 2024:** @mcwumbly introduced the first edition of the Current Projects newsletter, detailing ongoing projects like the composer redesign and a new theme chooser in the setup wizard. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/326204/1?silent=true).
- **Weāre upgrading our icons to Font Awesome 6!** : @mattdm shared updates on the icon upgrade, highlighting the use of the correct Fedora logo. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/325349/18?silent=true).
### Site Feedback
- **Documentation contribution opportunities:** @hugh encouraged community involvement in enhancing Discourse documentation, offering badges for contributors. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/326614/1?silent=true).
- **Daily Summary Feedback:** @Lilly humorously noted a botās mistake in attributing tasks, sparking a light-hearted discussion. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/291853/194?silent=true).
### Support
- **Approve unless allowed groups setting:** @Lilly and others discussed the nuances of trust level settings and their implications on post approvals. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/327327/2?silent=true).
- **How do I increase the size of my Reply TextArea?** : @Lilly and @merefield helped troubleshoot issues related to editor size, identifying theme components as potential culprits. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/327092/4?silent=true).
- **Error when updating Discourse to the new version:** @Don provided insights into theme settings affecting the update process. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/327071/9?silent=true).
### Community
- **Looking for the perfect theme:** @ondrej and @merefield offered suggestions for theme components and plugins to enhance forum aesthetics. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/327039/2?silent=true).
- **Information about permission settings:** @HAWK clarified the use of PMs for private discussions, linking to relevant documentation. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/327167/2?silent=true).
### Theme Component
- **Banner Featured Links:** @Arkshine introduced a new theme component for creating customizable link banners. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/327497/1?silent=true).
- **Change share icon by OS:** @Don shared a theme component that adapts share icons based on the operating system. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/326617/1?silent=true).
### UX
- **Educating about trust level group memberships:** @Moin initiated a discussion on improving admin understanding of trust level group memberships. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/327369/1?silent=true).
- **Whispers indicator, suggestion for improvement:** @HAWK highlighted a theme component to make whisper posts more distinguishable. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/326725/6?silent=true).
### Bug
- **When you click on the AI button on the top menu while in the chat section, it does not show the editor:** @kuaza reported an issue with the AI button in chat, with @sam and @chapoi discussing potential fixes. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/327324/1?silent=true).
- **Certain message cannot be sent in chat:** @sam and @joffreyjaffeux identified a character limit issue affecting chat messages. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/326762/2?silent=true).
### Feature
- **Give us non TL-3 members back the AI helper:** @sam adjusted trust level requirements for AI helper access, responding to community feedback. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/326575/2?silent=true).
- **Discourse forum for feature requests with upvotes + comments:** @awesomerobot confirmed the possibility of setting up a feature request forum using the voting plugin. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/327119/2?silent=true).
## Activity by the [@team](https://meta.discourse.org/groups/team?silent=true) Group
- @Lilly was active in discussions about the [approve unless allowed groups setting](https://meta.discourse.org/t/327327/2?silent=true) and provided support on [how to increase the size of the Reply TextArea](https://meta.discourse.org/t/327092/4?silent=true).
- @sam participated in resolving issues related to the [AI button in chat](https://meta.discourse.org/t/327324/1?silent=true) and discussed the [error when updating Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/t/327071/9?silent=true).
- @mcwumbly shared insights on [current projects](https://meta.discourse.org/t/326204/1?silent=true) and addressed a [bug related to export buttons](https://meta.discourse.org/t/326793/2?silent=true).
- @tobiaseigen contributed to discussions on [trust level group memberships](https://meta.discourse.org/t/327369/3?silent=true) and [site glitch content issues](https://meta.discourse.org/t/325288/14?silent=true).
- @awesomerobot provided guidance on [feature requests with upvotes](https://meta.discourse.org/t/327119/2?silent=true) and addressed a [bug related to git repository access](https://meta.discourse.org/t/327229/2?silent=true).
Thanks for reading, and Iāll see you again next week! š
---
### Author:  [@Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Discourse)
#### Post date: [September 29, 2024, 9:01pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/weekly-summary/291947/41 "2024-09-29T21:01:00Z")
# This week on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)ā¦
## Key Stats
In the past week, the Discourse Meta community has been bustling with activity. Here are some key statistics:
- **Total New Posts:** 683
- **Total New Topics:** 80
**Top Users:**
- **@Moin:** 59 posts, 179 likes
- **@Lilly:** 46 posts, 105 likes
- **@pfaffman:** 39 posts, 74 likes
- **@simon:** 36 posts, 77 likes
- **@merefield:** 33 posts, 91 likes
## Interesting Topics
### Support
- **[My topics not in latest?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/328101/4?silent=true):** @Lilly and @RGJ discussed a potential bug where muted tags are treated differently than muted categories, leading to topics appearing in the latest feed despite being muted. @Moin provided insights into the complex rules governing tracking status [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/328101/16?silent=true).
- **[Users soft deleting comments?! Bug, misconfiguration or should I create a feature request?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/328041/4?silent=true):** @merefield and @Moin explored ways to manage comment visibility and history, with @bloomexperiment confirming a solution to hide deleted comments from non-moderators [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/328041/11?silent=true).
- **[Having more Trust Levels?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/328187/2?silent=true):** @merefield clarified the existing trust levels and discussed the possibility of custom levels with @Elena, who is considering a user growth model for her community [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/328187/7?silent=true).
- **[Autoscrolling](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/327426/2?silent=true):** @awesomerobot and @Adubs investigated an issue with unwanted autoscrolling, suspecting CSS or theme components as potential causes [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/327426/6?silent=true).
- **[Approve unless allowed groups setting](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/327327/36?silent=true):** @Moin identified a non-default review setting causing unexpected post approvals, with @patrickemin confirming the solution [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/327327/37?silent=true).
- **[Trouble with new Fontawesome 6 icons in theme components](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/328165/2?silent=true):** @Lilly and @Moin collaborated to resolve issues with Fontawesome icons not displaying correctly in theme components [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/328165/7?silent=true).
- **[Category endpoints not working](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/328031/9?silent=true):** @simon and @Lilly helped troubleshoot API access issues related to plan restrictions, with @Stevej confirming the solution [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/328031/16?silent=true).
### Announcements
- **[New and improved /about page is live](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/324212/39?silent=true):** @sutterseba and @pfaffman discussed the EU visitor count feature, with @ToddZ providing additional insights [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/324212/42?silent=true).
### SSO
- **[Ghost integration with the paid discourse plan](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/328157/1?silent=true):** @inderjot sought advice on integrating Ghost SSO with Discourse, with @simon and @bloomexperiment offering guidance and potential solutions [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/328157/5?silent=true).
### UX
- **[Drafts for deleted topics arenāt removed, and look strange](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/328272/1?silent=true):** @Firepup650 reported an issue with drafts of deleted topics, with @awesomerobot suggesting improvements to draft handling [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/328272/2?silent=true).
### Dev
- **[Discourse and Coveo](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/328091/2?silent=true):** @merefield and @simon discussed integrating Coveo with Discourse, highlighting potential API rate limits and enterprise-level solutions [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/328091/4?silent=true).
### Marketplace
- **[Coveo and Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/328335/2?silent=true):** @merefield offered assistance for integrating Coveo with Discourse, suggesting expert help for setup needs [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/328335/2?silent=true).
### Bug
- **[Wrong activate url](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/327790/2?silent=true):** @Moin pointed out a fix for an incorrect activation URL issue, referencing a recent GitHub pull request [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/327790/2?silent=true).
### Feature
- **[Add SCIM support as service provider](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/328042/1?silent=true):** @pbouda proposed adding SCIM protocol support to Discourse for user and group management, with @pfaffman discussing potential implementation paths [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/328042/4?silent=true).
### Installation
- **[Sidekiq shows activation emails being sent to email address nil](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/328140/2?silent=true):** @simon provided troubleshooting steps for email delivery issues, suggesting a rebuild and checking server requirements [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/328140/12?silent=true).
## Activity by the [@team](https://meta.discourse.org/groups/team?silent=true) Group
- **@Lilly** was active in resolving issues related to [My topics not in latest?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/328101/4?silent=true), [Trouble with new Fontawesome 6 icons in theme components](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/328165/2?silent=true), and [Category endpoints not working](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/328031/9?silent=true).
- **@awesomerobot** contributed to discussions on [Autoscrolling](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/327426/2?silent=true) and provided solutions for [Removing stat from Home](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/327911/4?silent=true).
- **@simon** offered insights and solutions in topics such as [Category endpoints not working](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/328031/9?silent=true) and [Sidekiq shows activation emails being sent to email address nil](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/328140/2?silent=true).
- **@HAWK** participated in discussions about [Having more Trust Levels?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/328187/4?silent=true) and provided guidance on [SEO & Forums](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/328198/2?silent=true).
- **@tobiaseigen** engaged in conversations about [Approve unless allowed groups setting](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/327327/38?silent=true) and [Where can I find EXPLICIT step by step instructions to navigate to the section where I can invite people?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/328409/3?silent=true).
Thanks for reading, and Iāll see you again next week! š
---
### Author:  [@Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Discourse)
#### Post date: [October 6, 2024, 9:00pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/weekly-summary/291947/42 "2024-10-06T21:00:39Z")
# This week on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)ā¦
## Key Stats
In the past week, the Discourse Meta community has been bustling with activity. Here are some key statistics:
- **Total New Posts:** 614
- **Total New Topics:** 71
**Top Users:**
- **@Lilly:** 30 posts, 93 likes
- **@Moin:** 28 posts, 71 likes
- **@sam:** 27 posts, 41 likes
- **@merefield:** 27 posts, 41 likes
- **@RGJ:** 11 posts, 28 likes
- **@Falco:** 14 posts, 28 likes
- **@mcwumbly:** 8 posts, 27 likes
- **@ToddZ:** 17 posts, 24 likes
- **@Heliosurge:** 27 posts, 23 likes
- **@pfaffman:** 23 posts, 23 likes
## Interesting Topics
### Bug Reports
- **Discoursehub - wonāt connect to accounts:** Users reported issues with the DiscourseHub app not connecting to accounts on iOS 18. @pmusaraj confirmed a fix was submitted to Apple, and users have since reported successful connections [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/328442/18?silent=true).
- **Cut/paste from Word stopped working:** A bug was identified where users could not paste text from Word into Discourse, receiving an error about image types. @sam suggested a workaround, and @joffreyjaffeux provided further insights [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/328694/2?silent=true).
- **Theme stuck in dark mode:** Users experienced issues with themes being stuck in dark mode. @Moin provided a solution involving site settings adjustments [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/329503/4?silent=true).
- **Dismissing notifications about theme updates fails:** A new dismiss button for theme updates was not functioning as expected. @ondrej noted it worked better in previous versions [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/329504/3?silent=true).
### Feature Discussions
- **Discourse as a personal-wiki note-taking markdown-editor local app:** @Ivan_Rapekas shared insights on using Discourse for collaborative note-taking in an office setting, sparking a discussion on draft sharing and content indexing [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/293289/23?silent=true).
- **Http3 support:** @Falco discussed the challenges of implementing HTTP/3 support in Discourse, citing issues with Nginx and potential alternatives like Caddy [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/329153/11?silent=true).
- **Vary `max consecutive replies` based on trust level:** @a_lilian proposed varying the `max consecutive replies` setting based on user trust levels, which led to a discussion on the flexibility of trust level settings [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/328851/1?silent=true).
- **Possible to create a Sign in with Ghost plugin for Discourse?:** @stromfeldt explored the feasibility of a plugin for Ghost integration, with @pmusaraj suggesting existing tools might suffice [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/329328/1?silent=true).
### Support and Solutions
- **Text editor alternative for non-programmers:** A solution was provided for users seeking a rich text editor, with discussions on potential future integrations like Lexical [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/328921/4?silent=true).
- **Nested Sidebar Categories or Subcategories:** @Lilly introduced a theme component for nesting categories in the sidebar, enhancing navigation [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/329437/1?silent=true).
- **Subcategory access for Users, not Groups?:** @Falco clarified that groups are essential for category security, suggesting alternatives for individual access [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/329361/2?silent=true).
- **Image rotation after upload:** A theme component was recommended for image annotation and rotation, addressing user needs for image manipulation [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/329078/2?silent=true).
### Announcements and Updates
- **Current Projects - September 2024:** @lindsey provided updates on ongoing projects, including potential integrations with Lexical for the composer [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/326204/30?silent=true).
- **New documentation plugin in development:** @mcwumbly discussed the experimental status of a new documentation plugin, inviting feedback from users [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/321764/8?silent=true).
- **Discourse AI - NSFW:** @Falco shared updates on NSFW detection improvements using Vision LLMs, with plans to roll out guides for Enterprise customers [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/259600/13?silent=true).
## Activity by the [@team](https://meta.discourse.org/groups/team?silent=true) Group
- **@sam** participated in discussions about [HTTP/3 support](https://meta.discourse.org/t/329153/11?silent=true) and [Discourse AI Post Classifier](https://meta.discourse.org/t/281227/34?silent=true), providing insights into ongoing development efforts.
- **@pmusaraj** addressed issues with the [DiscourseHub app](https://meta.discourse.org/t/328441/4?silent=true) and contributed to discussions on [plotly.js integration](https://meta.discourse.org/t/329184/2?silent=true).
- **@Lilly** was active in providing support for [theme customization](https://meta.discourse.org/t/329517/2?silent=true) and shared solutions for [rich text editor alternatives](https://meta.discourse.org/t/328921/4?silent=true).
- **@Falco** engaged in technical discussions on [HTTP/3 support](https://meta.discourse.org/t/329153/11?silent=true) and provided guidance on [AI plugin installation](https://meta.discourse.org/t/327364/8?silent=true).
- **@mcwumbly** contributed to the development of a [new documentation plugin](https://meta.discourse.org/t/321764/8?silent=true) and participated in discussions about [AI bot personas](https://meta.discourse.org/t/329452/3?silent=true).
Thanks for reading, and Iāll see you again next week! š
---
### Author:  [@Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Discourse)
#### Post date: [October 13, 2024, 9:00pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/weekly-summary/291947/43 "2024-10-13T21:00:59Z")
# This week on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)ā¦
## Key Stats
In the past week, the Discourse Meta community has been bustling with activity. Here are some key statistics:
- **Total New Posts:** 789
- **Total New Topics:** 118
**Top Users:**
- **@Moin:** 64 posts, 167 likes
- **@Lilly:** 25 posts, 61 likes
- **@merefield:** 30 posts, 52 likes
- **@Jagster:** 30 posts, 50 likes
- **@Heliosurge:** 39 posts, 39 likes
- **@sam:** 12 posts, 39 likes
- **@pfaffman:** 14 posts, 29 likes
- **@Tris20:** 10 posts, 29 likes
- **@Falco:** 11 posts, 24 likes
- **@NateDhaliwal:** 27 posts, 24 likes
## Interesting Topics
### Announcements
- **3.4.0.beta2 Release:** The latest beta release includes better pageview metrics, multiple category moderator groups, and the ability to watch chat threads. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/329340/1?silent=true).
- **3.3.2 Security and Maintenance Release:** This release addresses several security issues and is recommended for all sites. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/329341/1?silent=true).
### UX
- **Composer Redesign:** Discussions are ongoing about redesigning the composer to better integrate AI features like proofreading. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/329683/1?silent=true).
- **New Sidebar Design on Tablets:** Feedback is being gathered on the new sidebar design, which aims to improve usability on tablets. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/330162/1?silent=true).
### Support
- **Troubleshooting Slow Site Performance:** A user resolved a site slowdown by removing a problematic theme component and working with their hosting provider. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/330019/17?silent=true).
- **Double Buttons in Posting Section:** Users discussed the purpose of duplicate buttons in the posting section and how they can be streamlined. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/329935/2?silent=true).
- **How to Add Line Numbers to Code Blocks:** A new theme component was created to add line numbers to code blocks, enhancing readability. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/329970/11?silent=true).
### Features
- **Trigger Moderator Attention Instead of Auto-hiding Flag:** A feature request was made to allow flags to trigger moderator attention without auto-hiding content. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/330128/2?silent=true).
- **Limit AI Token Usage:** Discussions are underway about implementing a quota system to limit AI token usage per user. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/330500/3?silent=true).
### Plugins
- **ActivityPub Plugin Enhancements:** Improvements were made to the ActivityPub plugin, including bug fixes and performance enhancements. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/266794/325?silent=true).
- **Discourse AI Enhancements:** New features for the Discourse AI plugin include forced LLM tool use and automatic post hiding. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/329340/3?silent=true).
### Community
- **Why Discourse is the Ultimate Community-Building Platform:** A user shared their admiration for Discourse as a powerful and flexible community platform. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/330569/1?silent=true).
- **Trust Level 4 Promotion by Community Election:** A discussion on promoting users to Trust Level 4 through community elections highlighted potential benefits and challenges. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/286754/34?silent=true).
### Bugs
- **Users Can No Longer Edit Posts:** A bug was identified where users were unable to edit posts due to a plugin conflict, which was quickly resolved. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/330472/3?silent=true).
- **AI Chat Activities Counted as Anonymous Pageviews:** It was clarified that AI chat activities do not count as anonymous pageviews, resolving user concerns. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/330181/6?silent=true).
## Activity by the [@team](https://meta.discourse.org/groups/team?silent=true) Group
- **@Lilly** participated in discussions about improving user profile organization and customizing the Easy Responsive Footer. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/291853/211?silent=true).
- **@sam** contributed to the conversation on limiting AI token usage and discussed potential configurations for AI proofreading features. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/330500/3?silent=true).
- **@lindsey** provided insights on the new sidebar design for tablets and addressed issues with the user search window. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/330162/1?silent=true).
- **@Falco** engaged in troubleshooting a slow site and discussed the potential for AI to automatically respond to emails. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/330019/5?silent=true).
- **@pmusaraj** worked on resolving issues with the new custom homepage and quick search functionality on mobile. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/329863/3?silent=true).
Thanks for reading, and Iāll see you again next week! š
---
### Author:  [@Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Discourse)
#### Post date: [October 20, 2024, 9:01pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/weekly-summary/291947/44 "2024-10-20T21:01:06Z")
# This week on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)ā¦
## Key Stats
In the past week, the Discourse Meta community has been bustling with activity. Here are some key statistics:
- **Total New Posts:** 617
- **Total New Topics:** 88
### Top Users
- **@Moin** : 50 posts, 124 likes
- **@merefield** : 24 posts, 48 likes
- **@pfaffman** : 31 posts, 37 likes
- **@Lilly** : 14 posts, 37 likes
- **@Jagster** : 35 posts, 36 likes
## Interesting Topics
### #Feature
- **Allow multiple ānew topicā drafts** : @darkpixlz and @Moin discussed the ongoing limitation of having only one draft at a time, with @sam and @chapoi confirming that designs are ready and on the development backlog [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/194427/48?silent=true).
- **Turn Chat Thread to a Topic** : @ludwikc suggested a feature to convert chat threads into full-fledged topics, which @rishabh confirmed is supported by the current chat design [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/330925/2?silent=true).
### #Theme component
- **A TC of fun: Discourse Confetti Clicks** : @NateDhaliwal introduced a theme component that adds confetti effects on clicks, with suggestions from @putty and @Lilly to enhance its functionality [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/331148/1?silent=true).
- **Post Badges** : @david announced improvements to the post badges theme component, resolving previous performance concerns [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/114722/150?silent=true).
### #UX
- **Better support for big screens?** : @NullVoxPopuli and @awesomerobot discussed potential improvements for composing messages on large screens, with a redesign in the early stages [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/331194/3?silent=true).
- **Sidebar show upcoming events setting description needs an update** : @Moin pointed out that the description for the āUpcoming eventsā link setting needs updating due to recent changes [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/331443/1?silent=true).
### #Support
- **Iām trying to run discourse app locally in production env without docker** : @merefield and @rishabh provided guidance on running Discourse in production, emphasizing the use of Docker [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/331047/5?silent=true).
- **No drafts in Discourse? Abomination!** : @Moin and @Jagster discussed workarounds for managing multiple drafts, with @sam noting that the feature is being tracked [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/331707/10?silent=true).
### #Announcements
- **Current Projects - October 2024** : @mcwumbly shared updates on ongoing projects, including a composer redesign and a new look and feel config page [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/330996/1?silent=true).
### #Bug
- **PG13 compatibility issue** : @RGJ and @tgxworld discussed a migration issue with PostgreSQL 13, with a workaround being considered [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/331068/11?silent=true).
- **āIn reply toā links no longer work** : @Moin and @Lilly explored issues with reply links not functioning, suggesting contacting forum admins for resolution [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/330985/19?silent=true).
### #Community
- **Some of the tactics I use to strengthen my community!** : @MCATAKCIN shared insights on community building, sparking interest from @Alfi [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/331344/1?silent=true).
### #Installation
- **Reverse Proxy Into Discourse** : @pfaffman and @Falco provided advice on setting up a reverse proxy for Discourse, resolving mixed content errors [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/331164/13?silent=true).
### #ai
- **Having Issue In enabling the Discourse Helper AI Assistant** : @Lilly and @Falco clarified the availability of the AI Helper for Enterprise customers, with plans for broader rollout [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/331241/4?silent=true).
- **AI personas arenāt changing as expected when PM** : @Jagster and @sam discussed issues with AI personas in private messages, with potential solutions being explored [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/331592/3?silent=true).
## Activity by the [@team](https://meta.discourse.org/groups/team?silent=true) Group
- **@sam** participated in discussions about AI-based spam detection, emphasizing the philosophical aspects of AI-generated content [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/292707/18?silent=true).
- **@Lilly** contributed to the theme component discussions, confirming fixes and improvements in various components [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/330575/10?silent=true).
- **@david** provided insights into the Discourse OpenID Connect plugin, merging a PR for PKCE support [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/103632/298?silent=true).
- **@Falco** addressed issues with the AI Helper availability and provided guidance on semantic search settings [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/330864/6?silent=true).
- **@awesomerobot** engaged in UX discussions, considering improvements for solution indicators in the timeline [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/331360/2?silent=true).
Thanks for reading, and Iāll see you again next week! š
---
### Author:  [@Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Discourse)
#### Post date: [October 27, 2024, 9:01pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/weekly-summary/291947/45 "2024-10-27T21:01:22Z")
# This week on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)ā¦
## Key Stats
In the past week, the Discourse Meta community has been bustling with activity. Here are some key statistics:
- **Total New Posts:** 684
- **Total New Topics:** 100
**Top Users:**
- @Moin: 48 posts, 111 likes
- @NateDhaliwal: 33 posts, 23 likes
- @Jagster: 28 posts, 30 likes
- @simon: 17 posts, 24 likes
- @merefield: 16 posts, 20 likes
## Interesting Topics
### Hosting
- **How can I migrate from Discourse Hosted to self-hosting?**
A detailed discussion on the process of migrating from Discourseās hosted service to self-hosting, including backup and restore procedures. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/332728/3?silent=true).
### Community
- **What makes you visit a topic?**
A community-driven exploration into what attracts users to click on certain topics, with insights into the importance of titles and AI-generated summaries. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/332639/1?silent=true).
- **Learner Mode? Figuring out how the Meta community works**
A suggestion for a ālearnerās modeā to help new users understand Discourse features through tooltips and direct links to documentation. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/332884/1?silent=true).
### Support
- **Help! Our forum has gotten attacked!**
A user shares their experience with a spam attack on their forum and seeks advice on prevention and recovery. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/332994/1?silent=true).
- **I want to send a group message to all members of my forum, but I canāt**
A discussion on the challenges of sending group messages and potential solutions involving trust levels and settings. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/332744/2?silent=true).
- **How to change the background color from the default white to black**
Users discuss how to customize the theme color scheme in Discourse, with tips for trial users. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/332526/3?silent=true).
### Theme Component
- **Discourse Category Headers theme component**
A user shares their success in modifying a theme component with AI assistance, leading to a new pull request. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/148682/77?silent=true).
- **NateDhaliwalās Theme**
Introduction of a new theme featuring a dark color scheme and unique font choices, with links to preview and installation guides. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/332501/1?silent=true).
### UX
- **How to simplify the forum? (couple of needs listed)**
A user seeks advice on simplifying the Discourse interface to make it more user-friendly, with suggestions for CSS modifications. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/332576/1?silent=true).
- **Account deleted modal barely noticeable**
A UX issue is raised about the visibility of the account deletion confirmation modal. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/332679/1?silent=true).
### Bug
- **PG13 compatibility issue š„**
A technical discussion on compatibility issues between PostgreSQL versions and the solutions implemented. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/331068/13?silent=true).
- **AI Forum Helper cannot access some categories**
A bug report about AI Forum Helperās inability to access certain categories, with a solution involving persona settings. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/332416/2?silent=true).
### Feature
- **Wishlist: visual cue for āuser got a badge for this postā**
A feature request for displaying badges earned for posts, with ongoing development and community feedback. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/282923/18?silent=true).
### Installation
- **Web\_only installation**
A guide on setting up a two-container Discourse installation, with community tips for advanced users. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/332073/2?silent=true).
### Dev
- **Possible to use Perplexity.ai?**
A developer inquiry about integrating Perplexity Pro API with Discourse, with guidance on using existing AI features. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/331953/2?silent=true).
## Activity by the [@team](https://meta.discourse.org/groups/team?silent=true) Group
- @Falco provided insights on using the Perplexity Pro API with Discourse AI features, suggesting configuration options. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/331953/2?silent=true).
- @Lilly participated in discussions about theme components and provided support on various topics, including installation issues. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/332673/7?silent=true).
- @sam addressed a PostgreSQL compatibility issue and discussed the need for updates in the open-source container. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/331068/18?silent=true).
- @pmusaraj worked on fixes for the DiscourseHub app, addressing login issues and improving user experience. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/328441/10?silent=true).
- @joffreyjaffeux contributed to resolving a bug related to chat messages and worked on improving the Discourse calendar component. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/332365/3?silent=true).
- @awesomerobot engaged in UX discussions, focusing on accessibility improvements and labeling issues. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/332053/4?silent=true).
- @gerhard provided solutions for backup restoration issues and discussed the need for site updates to resolve schema discrepancies. [Read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/331376/29?silent=true).
Thanks for reading, and Iāll see you again next week! š
---
### Author:  [@Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Discourse)
#### Post date: [November 3, 2024, 9:01pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/weekly-summary/291947/46 "2024-11-03T21:01:03Z")
# This week on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)ā¦
## Key Stats
In the past week, the Discourse Meta community has been bustling with activity. Here are some key statistics:
- **Total New Posts:** 625
- **Total New Topics:** 101
**Top Users:**
- @Moin: 27 posts, 71 likes
- @Lilly: 31 posts, 65 likes
- @tobiaseigen: 14 posts, 41 likes
- @david: 15 posts, 39 likes
- @Falco: 13 posts, 30 likes
- @Danielle: 3 posts, 27 likes
- @merefield: 21 posts, 26 likes
- @Saif: 5 posts, 26 likes
- @lindsey: 7 posts, 22 likes
- @pfaffman: 17 posts, 21 likes
## Interesting Topics
### Announcements
- **[Webinar: Ask Discourse Anything - Designer Edition](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/333213/1?silent=true):** Hosted by @Danielle, this webinar offered insights into the design processes at Discourse, including tips and customizations for community design. The session was recorded for those who couldnāt attend live.
- **[Invite Link Now Available in the Sidebar](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/333632/1?silent=true):** @tobiaseigen announced a new feature that adds the invite link to the sidebar, making it easier for users with invite permissions to share links.
- **[All Discourse AI Features Now Available on Standard and Business Plans](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/333409/1?silent=true):** @Saif shared the exciting news that Discourse AI features are now accessible to more users, expanding beyond Enterprise plans.
- **[Watching for Chat Threads](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/333854/1?silent=true):** @lindsey introduced a new feature allowing users to watch chat threads, ensuring they receive notifications for all replies in important conversations.
### Support
- **[Default Theme on Existing Install](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/333825/5?silent=true):** @Lilly clarified questions about the default color scheme and theme settings, providing guidance on customization.
- **[Selectable Avatars Upload Broken](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/332985/5?silent=true):** @david addressed a bug related to avatar uploads, confirming that a recent update should resolve the issue.
- **[Discourse Broken After Failed Upgrade](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/334095/2?silent=true):** @omarfilip and @Falco provided solutions for users experiencing issues after a failed upgrade, recommending command-line updates.
- **[How to Fix āUnprocessable Entityā](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/334119/2?silent=true):** @Lilly offered a potential solution involving MaxMind configuration for reverse IP lookups.
### Features
- **[Wishlist: Visual Cue for āUser Got a Badge for This Postā](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/282923/23?silent=true):** @pento and others discussed enhancements to badge visibility, including CSS customization options.
- **[Elections: New User of the Month](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/333897/2?silent=true):** @Lilly and @Falco explored the logic behind the āNew User of the Monthā badge, addressing concerns about its selection criteria.
- **[Make āSmart Listā Feature Optional](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/313806/4?silent=true):** @martin announced a new user preference to enable or disable smart lists in the composer, providing more flexibility for users.
### Bugs
- **[Runtime Error When Navigating to Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/333368/2?silent=true):** @david helped diagnose a runtime error caused by a browser extension, providing a solution to close the issue.
- **[Multiple Repeated Summary Mail Entries](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/296539/37?silent=true):** @zogstrip confirmed a bug related to summary emails and shared a link to the fix.
- **[A11Y: Add Button on Discourse Hub Hidden from VoiceOver](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/332899/5?silent=true):** @pmusaraj announced a fix for accessibility issues in the Discourse Hub app, which is now in beta testing.
### UX
- **[Improved Code Block Font Sizing](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/333946/1?silent=true):** @fitzy shared updates on code block readability improvements, with feedback from @awesomerobot.
- **[Huge Gap Below Tables on Tablets](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/333153/1?silent=true):** @Moin raised concerns about display issues on tablets, prompting discussions on potential solutions.
- **[Center Category Logo](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/334083/2?silent=true):** @awesomerobot provided CSS solutions for centering category logos, enhancing visual appeal.
### Community
- **[What Tactics Have Folks Found Effective Against āCustomer Refundā Spam?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/333898/2?silent=true):** @Southpaw and @mbauman discussed strategies to combat spam, including site settings and user group configurations.
- **[How to Fix This User Card Problem with the Update](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/333185/2?silent=true):** @Lilly and @awesomerobot addressed user card display issues, with a fix in progress.
- **[How to Create a Help Web Page for My Community Site in Two Levels](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/334137/3?silent=true):** @Lilly suggested using categories and subcategories to organize help content effectively.
## Activity by the [@team](https://meta.discourse.org/groups/team?silent=true) Group
- @Lilly was active in several discussions, including providing solutions for [default theme issues](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/333825/5?silent=true) and [user card problems](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/333185/2?silent=true).
- @tobiaseigen announced the [new invite link feature](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/333632/1?silent=true) and participated in discussions about [sidebar options](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/333572/1?silent=true).
- @david addressed technical issues, such as the [runtime error](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/333368/2?silent=true) and [avatar upload bug](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/332985/5?silent=true).
- @Falco shared updates on [Discourse AI availability](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/333409/1?silent=true) and contributed to discussions on [badge logic](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/333897/6?silent=true).
- @awesomerobot provided feedback on [code block font sizing](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/333946/2?silent=true) and offered solutions for [category logo alignment](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/334083/2?silent=true).
- @martin worked on [smart list feature preferences](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/313806/4?silent=true) and addressed [pageview metrics issues](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/324068/25?silent=true).
Thanks for reading, and Iāll see you again next week! š
---
### Author:  [@Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Discourse)
#### Post date: [November 10, 2024, 9:01pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/weekly-summary/291947/47 "2024-11-10T21:01:18Z")
# This week on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)ā¦
## Key Stats
In the past week, the Discourse Meta community has been bustling with activity. Here are some key statistics:
- **Total New Posts:** 650
- **Total New Topics:** 87
**Top Users:**
- @merefield: 38 posts, 52 likes
- @Moin: 22 posts, 52 likes
- @Lilly: 27 posts, 49 likes
- @awesomerobot: 12 posts, 43 likes
- @Richie: 13 posts, 36 likes
- @sam: 15 posts, 36 likes
- @Don: 13 posts, 34 likes
- @jordan-vidrine: 10 posts, 31 likes
- @lindsey: 5 posts, 26 likes
- @joffreyjaffeux: 12 posts, 25 likes
## Interesting Topics
### Announcements
- **[Preview our new fullscreen signup and login pages](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/334456/1?silent=true):** @lindsey announced updates to the signup and login pages, enhancing the user experience, especially on mobile devices. Feedback from users like @Moin suggested adding a ābackā button for easier navigation.
- **[New Experiment: Enable AI Summarize on your Discourse with one-click!](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/334817/1?silent=true):** @Saif introduced a new AI feature allowing users to enable summarization without third-party LLM providers. @keegan clarified its availability for different hosting tiers.
### UX
- **[Improved code block sizing & color scheme](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/333946/5?silent=true):** Discussions led by @sam and @jordan-vidrine focused on enhancing code block readability by adjusting font sizes and color schemes, drawing comparisons with platforms like Stack Overflow.
- **[Two columns in sidebar on iPad Mini 7](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/335031/2?silent=true):** @Lilly and @awesomerobot discussed layout issues on iPad Mini, suggesting improvements for better user experience.
### Support
- **[Issue with Customize About Page Feature Mixing with Old js.about.contact\_info Text](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/334450/9?silent=true):** @tobiaseigen and @Osama worked through a bug where new customization features were not replacing old text, providing troubleshooting steps and solutions.
- **[How do I prevent unicode heart from become ā¤ when posting?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/334850/2?silent=true):** @Lilly and @Falco offered solutions for users wanting to use specific unicode characters without automatic conversion to emojis.
### Dev
- **[Is this the correct way to create a theme component?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/334468/2?silent=true):** @keegan provided guidance on best practices for creating theme components, emphasizing the use of Discourseās extensibility tools.
- **[Add button to TOC theme component](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/335200/2?silent=true):** @Lilly explained how to hide and show the Table of Contents using existing features, enhancing user navigation.
### Bug
- **[Chat plugin doesnāt handle backlash escape character properly](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/335087/1?silent=true):** @itsFufie reported an issue with escape characters in chat, which was quickly addressed by @joffreyjaffeux with a fix.
- **[Rebuild issue: Cannot set dual-stack in combination with a custom endpoint](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/334902/3?silent=true):** @martin and @Falco discussed solutions for compatibility issues with S3 clones, leading to a merged fix.
### Feature
- **[Translate Discourse automatically (without a button)](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/264450/8?silent=true):** @sam confirmed ongoing interest in automatic translation features, though no concrete timeline is set for implementation.
- **[Reading Confirmations](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/335377/3?silent=true):** @Lilly suggested using the [Data Explorer](https://meta.discourse.org/t/32566?silent=true) for tracking user engagement with topics, providing a potential solution for user activity monitoring.
### Community
- **[What tactics have folks found effective against ācustomer refundā spam?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/333898/6?silent=true):** @Lilly and others shared strategies for combating spam, including email verification and trust level adjustments.
- **[Can anyone identify which theme Motley Fool is using? Or recommend a Reddit-like theme?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/334518/1?silent=true):** @palicali sought advice on creating a Reddit-like community, with @HAWK providing insights into custom themes.
## Activity by the [@team](https://meta.discourse.org/groups/team?silent=true) Group
- **@Lilly** participated in discussions about [fullscreen signup pages](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/334456/1?silent=true), providing valuable insights and solutions.
- **@awesomerobot** contributed to topics on [code block improvements](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/333946/5?silent=true) and [adding groups to the /about page](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/334492/1?silent=true), enhancing user experience and site functionality.
- **@sam** was active in discussions about [code block readability](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/333946/5?silent=true) and [AI summarization features](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/334817/1?silent=true), offering technical expertise and guidance.
- **@jordan-vidrine** engaged in the [code block design experiment](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/333946/5?silent=true), collaborating on improvements to visual presentation and usability.
- **@tobiaseigen** addressed issues with the [Customize About Page feature](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/334450/9?silent=true), providing support and troubleshooting advice.
- **@joffreyjaffeux** quickly resolved a [chat plugin bug](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/335087/3?silent=true), demonstrating responsiveness to user reports.
- **@david** offered solutions for [Python request errors](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/334899/2?silent=true) and participated in discussions about [theme component creation](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/334468/2?silent=true).
- **@keegan** clarified details about the [AI summarization feature](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/334817/1?silent=true) and contributed to theme component discussions.
- **@Falco** provided insights into [AI summarization models](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/333234/6?silent=true) and addressed issues with [chat channel settings](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/335007/2?silent=true).
Thanks for reading, and Iāll see you again next week! š
---
### Author:  [@Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Discourse)
#### Post date: [November 17, 2024, 9:01pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/weekly-summary/291947/48 "2024-11-17T21:01:05Z")
# This week on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)ā¦
## Key Stats
In the past week, the community at [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org) has been bustling with activity. Here are some key statistics:
- **Total New Posts:** 682
- **Total New Topics:** 94
**Top Users:**
- @merefield: 51 posts, 119 likes
- @pfaffman: 35 posts, 78 likes
- @Moin: 38 posts, 75 likes
- @Lilly: 26 posts, 53 likes
- @Jagster: 21 posts, 30 likes
## Interesting Topics
### #Bug
- **Unable to backup or navigate to backups:** @merefield reported an issue with S3 backups failing after a recent rebuild. @martin provided a [fix](https://meta.discourse.org/t/unable-to-backup-or-navigate-to-backups/335899/20?silent=true) that resolved the problem for users experiencing similar issues.
- **Styleguide = :(:** @king_laurel noted that the styleguide was down with numerous terminal errors. @pmusaraj and @david investigated, and a [fix](https://github.com/discourse/discourse/pull/29747) was implemented by @saquetim.
- **Rebuild issue: [Cannot set dual-stack in combination with a custom endpoint]:** @merefield highlighted a problem with backups breaking due to a recent change. The issue was addressed in a related [discussion](https://meta.discourse.org/t/unable-to-backup-or-navigate-to-backups/335899?silent=true).
### #Support
- **How can I tell if a particular distribution of the Discourse client is free software?:** @Jagster and @merefield discussed the open-source nature of Discourse and the implications of proprietary modifications in a [thread](https://meta.discourse.org/t/how-can-i-tell-if-a-particular-distribution-of-the-discourse-client-is-free-software/336374?silent=true).
- **Backup fails after updating to latest 3.4.0.beta3-dev:** @Moin directed users to a [bug topic](https://meta.discourse.org/t/unable-to-backup-or-navigate-to-backups/335899?silent=true) for solutions to backup issues after an update.
- **What is the cost of running a pilot on Digital Ocean?:** @pfaffman provided insights on the costs and setup for running Discourse on Digital Ocean in a [discussion](https://meta.discourse.org/t/what-is-cost-of-running-pilot-on-digital-ocean/336261?silent=true).
### #Feature
- **Why doesnāt Discourse support IndexNow?:** @pfaffman suggested commissioning a plugin in the #Marketplace for those interested in adding IndexNow support, as discussed in a [topic](https://meta.discourse.org/t/why-doesnt-discourse-support-indexnow/292214?silent=true).
- **Will RAG Support PDF Files in the Future?:** @MachineScholar and @Saif discussed the potential for adding PDF support to RAG, with @sam providing technical insights in a [conversation](https://meta.discourse.org/t/will-rag-support-pdf-files-in-the-future/335804?silent=true).
- **Developing Discourse on GitHub Codespaces:** A new [guide](https://meta.discourse.org/t/developing-discourse-on-github-codespaces/336131?silent=true) was shared on using GitHub Codespaces for Discourse development, highlighting its benefits for developers.
### #UX
- **Recent changes to the signup form:** @chapoi explained the rationale behind recent changes to the signup form, including the removal of certain field instructions, in a [discussion](https://meta.discourse.org/t/recent-changes-to-the-signup-form/335776?silent=true).
- **Hide presence toggle works in reverse:** @Don reported an issue with the presence toggle, which was addressed by @lindsey in a [topic](https://meta.discourse.org/t/hide-presence-toggle-works-in-reverse/335892?silent=true).
- **Include week day in chart labels:** @noahl suggested adding weekday labels to charts for better data comprehension, as discussed in a [thread](https://meta.discourse.org/t/include-week-day-in-chart-labels/335628?silent=true).
### #Marketplace
- **Photography Mentor Bot:** @merefield and @pfaffman discussed the development of a photography mentor bot, with @merefield offering to assist in a [topic](https://meta.discourse.org/t/photography-mentor-bot/335509?silent=true).
- **Looking for developer to help with monetization:** @Tyler_Kober sought assistance for implementing monetization features, with @merefield offering guidance in a [discussion](https://meta.discourse.org/t/looking-for-developer-to-help-with-monetization/335905?silent=true).
### #Announcements
- **New Experiment: Enable AI search with one click!:** @Saif announced the availability of AI search for various tiers without needing a third-party LLM provider, as detailed in a [post](https://meta.discourse.org/t/new-experiment-enable-ai-search-with-one-click/335984?silent=true).
- **Passwordless login using passkeys:** @pmusaraj shared insights on tracking passkey creation and managing the passkey option in a [discussion](https://meta.discourse.org/t/passwordless-login-using-passkeys/285589?silent=true).
## Activity by the [@team](https://meta.discourse.org/groups/team?silent=true) Group
- @Lilly participated in discussions about [trust level promotions](https://meta.discourse.org/t/there-is-a-delay-in-upgrading-the-trust-level/335523?silent=true) and [mailing list mode](https://meta.discourse.org/t/new-post-author-receiving-email-notification/335811?silent=true).
- @Falco addressed issues related to [AI API rate limits](https://meta.discourse.org/t/why-is-the-mondays-dialogue-showing-up-in-my-summaries/335374?silent=true) and [spam attack aftermath](https://meta.discourse.org/t/aftermath-of-spam-attack-need-help-with-releasing-ips-and-mass-blocking-of-profiles-of-a-domain/335969?silent=true).
- @pmusaraj worked on resolving a [styleguide bug](https://meta.discourse.org/t/styleguide/335803?silent=true) and contributed to discussions on [Google SSO issues](https://meta.discourse.org/t/google-sso-oauth-signup-failure-when-using-fullscreen-login-signup/335077?silent=true).
- @HAWK provided support on topics such as [pinned topics on mobile](https://meta.discourse.org/t/pinned-topics-instead-of-latest-showing-on-mobile/335816?silent=true) and [trial upgrades](https://meta.discourse.org/t/upgrade-during-trial/335859?silent=true).
- @Saif shared updates on AI features, including [AI search](https://meta.discourse.org/t/new-experiment-enable-ai-search-with-one-click/335984?silent=true) and [AI summarize](https://meta.discourse.org/t/new-experiment-enable-ai-summarize-on-your-discourse-with-one-click/334817?silent=true).
Thanks for reading, and Iāll see you again next week! š
---
### Author:  [@Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Discourse)
#### Post date: [November 24, 2024, 9:01pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/weekly-summary/291947/49 "2024-11-24T21:01:01Z")
# This week on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)ā¦
## Key Stats
- **Total New Posts** : 677
- **Total New Topics** : 103
### Top Users by Activity and Engagement:
- **@Moin** : 47 posts, 107 likes
- **@NateDhaliwal** : 56 posts, 46 likes
- **@Don** : 28 posts, 53 likes
- **@merefield** : 14 posts, 51 likes
- **@HAWK** : 13 posts, 49 likes
- **@Lilly** : 21 posts, 37 likes
- **@tobiaseigen** : 21 posts, 37 likes
- **@sam** : 16 posts, 34 likes
- **@king_laurel** : 32 posts, 32 likes
- **@pfaffman** : 17 posts, 29 likes
* * *
## Interesting Topics
### #Community
- **[Do you think itās okay if I actively language correct usersā posts?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/337509/1?silent=true)**
A lively discussion led by @Firsh explored the ethics and practicality of proofreading user posts. Community members debated the balance between maintaining readability and respecting user autonomy.
- **[Working Group on Communities of Practice?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/337560/1?silent=true)**
@tgustilo shared their challenges in using Discourse to build a community of practice. @HAWK and others provided insights on structuring such communities effectively.
### #Site Feedback
- **[Is there a rule about responding to old posts here?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/336959/1?silent=true)**
A conversation about ānecropostingā and its relevance in keeping discussions organized. @sam emphasized that replying to old topics is fine if value is added.
- **[Where are the pinned topics?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/337229/1?silent=true)**
@Moin raised concerns about pinned topics not appearing as expected. The issue was resolved, but the discussion highlighted nuances in topic visibility.
### #Support
- **[How to get ābackā btn](https://meta.discourse.org/t/337661/1?silent=true)**
@Lilly and others provided detailed steps to troubleshoot and understand the timeline ābackā button functionality.
- **[Guidance Needed: Updating from 3.4.0.beta3-dev to Stable Version 3.2.5](https://meta.discourse.org/t/337715/1?silent=true)**
@pfaffman clarified the limitations of downgrading from beta to stable versions, offering practical advice for users.
- **[How to create a tag āš„ā?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/337534/1?silent=true)**
A feature request emerged from this discussion, with @tobiaseigen suggesting enhancements to tag customization.
- **[iPhone video wonāt upload](https://meta.discourse.org/t/337859/1?silent=true)**
A quick resolution by @HAWK helped a user configure their site to allow specific file extensions for uploads.
- **[Best practice for a topic for a recurring event](https://meta.discourse.org/t/337309/1?silent=true)**
@tobiaseigen recommended using the Calendar & Events plugin to manage recurring events effectively.
### #UX
- **[Improved code block sizing & color scheme](https://meta.discourse.org/t/333946/1?silent=true)**
@david and others discussed enhancements to code block styling, ensuring consistency across highlighted and non-highlighted blocks.
- **[Pie polls are hard to read on desktop](https://meta.discourse.org/t/337886/1?silent=true)**
A user-reported issue with pie chart readability led to discussions about browser-specific rendering quirks.
- **[X-axis scrollbar on emoji](https://meta.discourse.org/t/337101/1?silent=true)**
@sam investigated a reported issue with emoji display, confirming it was browser-specific.
### #Theme Component
- **[Be the first to reply](https://meta.discourse.org/t/338054/1?silent=true)**
@Don introduced a new theme component that adds a banner to topics without replies. The community provided feedback and suggestions for improvement.
- **[Nested Sidebar Categories or Subcategories](https://meta.discourse.org/t/329437/1?silent=true)**
@Lilly updated this component to fix an indentation issue, improving its usability.
### #Bug
- **[Permalink.create(url: /my/path, post\_id: 123) no longer works](https://meta.discourse.org/t/337524/1?silent=true)**
@pfaffman reported a regression affecting import scripts, with @gerhard providing a fix via a pull request.
- **[Downloading local copies of images should not change text in code blocks](https://meta.discourse.org/t/337337/1?silent=true)**
@supermathie highlighted an edge case where image downloads altered code block content.
- **[Bug: Unable to close modal using keyboard (āEscā) or clicking modal overlay](https://meta.discourse.org/t/335849/1?silent=true)**
@pmusaraj resolved this issue, improving modal accessibility.
### #Feature
- **[Delete notifications after days - suggested new setting](https://meta.discourse.org/t/337098/1?silent=true)**
@pmusaraj suggested using the `max_notifications_per_user` setting to manage notification retention.
- **[Treat emailed reaction as a like ā¤](https://meta.discourse.org/t/337216/1?silent=true)**
A feature request to map email reactions to Discourse likes was discussed, with references to related functionality.
- **[Experimental topics list filter feature](https://meta.discourse.org/t/263641/1?silent=true)**
@mcwumbly announced that this feature will soon be āalways on,ā following its success during the experimental phase.
* * *
## Activity by the [@team](https://meta.discourse.org/groups/team?silent=true) Group
- **@HAWK** participated in discussions about [language corrections](https://meta.discourse.org/t/337509/2?silent=true), [communities of practice](https://meta.discourse.org/t/337560/2?silent=true), and [iPhone video uploads](https://meta.discourse.org/t/337859/4?silent=true).
- **@sam** contributed to resolving issues like [AI bot streaming bugs](https://meta.discourse.org/t/337437/8?silent=true) and [code block text changes](https://meta.discourse.org/t/337337/2?silent=true).
- **@david** provided insights on [code block styling](https://meta.discourse.org/t/333946/38?silent=true) and addressed deprecation warnings in [this-property-fallback](https://meta.discourse.org/t/337276/1?silent=true).
- **@pmusaraj** fixed a [modal accessibility issue](https://meta.discourse.org/t/335849/11?silent=true) and suggested solutions for [notification management](https://meta.discourse.org/t/337098/2?silent=true).
- **@Lilly** actively supported users in topics like [theme components](https://meta.discourse.org/t/338054/7?silent=true) and [sidebar categories](https://meta.discourse.org/t/329437/9?silent=true).
- **@gerhard** addressed a regression in permalink creation with a [pull request](https://meta.discourse.org/t/337524/4?silent=true).
- **@awesomerobot** engaged in discussions about [icon replacements](https://meta.discourse.org/t/336356/8?silent=true) and [UX improvements](https://meta.discourse.org/t/337096/2?silent=true).
* * *
Thanks for reading, and Iāll see you again next week! š
---
### Author:  [@Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Discourse)
#### Post date: [December 1, 2024, 9:01pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/weekly-summary/291947/50 "2024-12-01T21:01:02Z")
# This week on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)ā¦
## Key Stats
- **New Posts** : 579
- **New Topics** : 87
### Top Users (Posts and Likes)
- **@Lilly** : 37 posts, 102 likes
- **@Moin** : 31 posts, 72 likes
- **@Jagster** : 32 posts, 49 likes
- **@Don** : 19 posts, 65 likes
- **@Arkshine** : 10 posts, 52 likes
- **@NateDhaliwal** : 17 posts, 27 likes
- **@pmusaraj** : 12 posts, 26 likes
- **@merefield** : 9 posts, 21 likes
- **@abroun_beholder** : 2 posts, 20 likes
- **@sam** : 12 posts, 19 likes
* * *
## Interesting Topics
### #Theme Component
- **[Quick Profile Links Menu](https://meta.discourse.org/t/338591/1?silent=true)**: @Don introduced a new theme component to simplify navigation to user preferences. The discussion explored potential improvements, such as integrating the feature into the avatar menu for quicker access.
- **[Emoji Fluff](https://meta.discourse.org/t/339163/1?silent=true)**: @Arkshine shared a fun component that adds animations and variations to emojis. The community provided feedback, including renaming options for clarity.
- **[Insert Model 3D](https://meta.discourse.org/t/338558/1?silent=true)**: @abroun_beholder created a component allowing users to embed 3D models in posts. This sparked interest among users looking to enhance visual content.
- **[Christmas Decoration Component š](https://meta.discourse.org/t/173949/53?silent=true)**: Seasonal updates to this popular component were discussed, with users troubleshooting conflicts with other components like breadcrumbs.
### #Support
- **[How to make links in composer show as blue+underlined](https://meta.discourse.org/t/339458/1?silent=true)**: @MortenCopenhagen raised concerns about long URLs in the composer on mobile. Suggestions included using relative URLs or a link shortener.
- **[Enabling e-mail normalization by default](https://meta.discourse.org/t/338641/1?silent=true)**: @ted announced a change to default email normalization to combat spam sign-ups, sparking a discussion on its implications.
- **[How to Set Up Discourse in a Subdirectory for Self-Hosting](https://meta.discourse.org/t/339488/2?silent=true)**: @NateDhaliwal and @pfaffman debated the pros and cons of subdirectory setups, with recommendations for simpler alternatives.
- **[How to Get Notified of Offensive Language in Personal Messages](https://meta.discourse.org/t/339375/2?silent=true)**: @Moin suggested using watched words, while @sam highlighted the AI triage feature for automated moderation.
- **[How to enable bulk selection for theme](https://meta.discourse.org/t/339103/2?silent=true)**: @pmusaraj and @Lilly helped troubleshoot issues with bulk selection in Samās Simple Theme, emphasizing the importance of updates.
- **[How to disable replies to Discobot](https://meta.discourse.org/t/337719/4?silent=true)**: @dax clarified how to prevent users from replying to Discobotās messages, offering solutions for both interactive and static welcome messages.
### #Bug
- **[Server Error accessing topic revisions](https://meta.discourse.org/t/339185/2?silent=true)**: @supermathie and @zogstrip investigated and resolved a bug causing errors when accessing topic revisions.
- **[Problems with like notification behaviour](https://meta.discourse.org/t/338461/1?silent=true)**: @TomoftheFog reported an issue where likes were not updating in real-time. A fix was implemented via a [pull request](https://github.com/discourse/discourse/pull/29970).
- **[Scroll jumping in this meta site while viewing threads](https://meta.discourse.org/t/324800/9?silent=true)**: @awesomerobot identified a Firefox-specific issue with sticky avatars and implemented a workaround.
- **[Proofread text inserts the text twice](https://meta.discourse.org/t/339248/1?silent=true)**: @Moin and @Lilly explored a bug where the AI proofreader duplicated text in certain posts, identifying edge cases involving quotes.
### #Announcements
- **[Discover popular conversations in your community with Hot topic sorting](https://meta.discourse.org/t/296747/44?silent=true)**: Feedback on the Hot Topics feature highlighted the need for algorithm adjustments to better reflect recent activity.
- **[Managing Staging Sites on Discourse Hosting](https://meta.discourse.org/t/338616/1?silent=true)**: A guide was shared on using staging sites for testing updates and customizations safely.
### #UX
- **[Chat avatar size increase in sidebar](https://meta.discourse.org/t/338400/1?silent=true)**: @chapoi proposed increasing avatar sizes in the chat sidebar for better visibility, sparking a design discussion.
- **[Mobile/Desktop View toggle](https://meta.discourse.org/t/338949/8?silent=true)**: @Lilly emphasized the importance of retaining the view toggle for tablet users, addressing accessibility concerns.
### #ai
- **[Feedback on AI Summarisation](https://meta.discourse.org/t/275747/8?silent=true)**: @Falco and @sam discussed improving AI-generated summaries, focusing on markdown formatting and prompt engineering.
- **[AI bot API parameter to select personas](https://meta.discourse.org/t/338119/2?silent=true)**: @sam clarified how to configure AI personas via API, helping users customize interactions.
- **[Copying chat-discussion with AI persona triggers AI again](https://meta.discourse.org/t/339468/1?silent=true)**: @Jagster reported a minor issue where copying AI chat discussions to new topics retriggered the AI.
* * *
## Activity by the [@team](https://meta.discourse.org/groups/team?silent=true) Group
- **@Lilly** : Contributed to various discussions, including [bulk selection issues](https://meta.discourse.org/t/339103/6?silent=true), [email normalization](https://meta.discourse.org/t/338641/1?silent=true), and [mobile/desktop view toggles](https://meta.discourse.org/t/338949/8?silent=true).
- **@pmusaraj** : Addressed [PWA issues on iOS](https://meta.discourse.org/t/316857/7?silent=true) and provided insights on [theme bulk selection](https://meta.discourse.org/t/339103/2?silent=true).
- **@sam** : Shared expertise on [AI bot personas](https://meta.discourse.org/t/338119/2?silent=true) and [AI summarization improvements](https://meta.discourse.org/t/275747/12?silent=true).
- **@zogstrip** : Fixed bugs related to [email trimming](https://meta.discourse.org/t/320159/9?silent=true) and [topic revisions](https://meta.discourse.org/t/339185/12?silent=true).
- **@Falco** : Contributed to discussions on [AI summarization](https://meta.discourse.org/t/275747/8?silent=true) and [embedding configurations](https://meta.discourse.org/t/290925/16?silent=true).
- **@awesomerobot** : Implemented fixes for [scroll jumping](https://meta.discourse.org/t/324800/9?silent=true) and provided guidance on [replacing reaction icons](https://meta.discourse.org/t/338287/2?silent=true).
- **@supermathie** : Investigated [topic revision errors](https://meta.discourse.org/t/339185/2?silent=true) and provided debugging tips for [OAuth2 issues](https://meta.discourse.org/t/338662/10?silent=true).
- **@HAWK** : Supported users with [event plugin issues](https://meta.discourse.org/t/337999/2?silent=true) and [max replies settings](https://meta.discourse.org/t/338887/2?silent=true).
* * *
Thanks for reading, and Iāll see you again next week! š
---
### Author:  [@Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Discourse)
#### Post date: [December 8, 2024, 9:01pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/weekly-summary/291947/51 "2024-12-08T21:01:20Z")
# This week on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)ā¦
## Key Stats
- **Total New Posts:** 683
- **Total New Topics:** 115
### Top Users by Activity and Engagement:
- **@Moin** : 32 posts, 86 likes
- **@sam** : 20 posts, 75 likes
- **@Arkshine** : 21 posts, 58 likes
- **@pfaffman** : 52 posts, 52 likes
- **@Jagster** : 43 posts, 46 likes
- **@Lilly** : 16 posts, 42 likes
- **@mcwumbly** : 5 posts, 39 likes
- **@merefield** : 15 posts, 37 likes
- **@awesomerobot** : 9 posts, 34 likes
- **@maiki** : 5 posts, 31 likes
* * *
## Interesting Topics
### #Announcements
- **[Introducing Web Artifacts in Discourse AI](https://meta.discourse.org/t/discourse-ai-web-artifacts/339972?silent=true)**: @sam announced a new feature allowing users to embed dynamic web components like visualizations and quizzes directly into posts. This sparked a lively discussion about potential use cases and improvements.
- **[New Fullscreen Signup and Login Pages](https://meta.discourse.org/t/introducing-our-new-fullscreen-signup-and-login-pages/340401?silent=true)**: @lindsey shared updates on the new fullscreen design for signup and login pages, aimed at improving user experience. Feedback from users like @Arkshine highlighted the positive impact on usability.
- **[Current Projects - December 2024](https://meta.discourse.org/t/current-projects-december-2024/340964?silent=true)**: @mcwumbly provided an overview of ongoing projects, including support for multiple drafts and admin configuration improvements for site appearance.
- **[Amazon Nova Support for Discourse AI](https://meta.discourse.org/t/amazon-nova-support-for-discourse-ai/340748?silent=true)**: @sam announced support for Amazon Nova models, which offer competitive pricing and advanced capabilities for AI tasks like summarization and translation.
- **[New Experiment: Enable AI Helper with One Click](https://meta.discourse.org/t/new-experiment-enable-ai-helper-with-one-click/336826?silent=true)**: @Saif introduced a new experimental feature allowing admins to enable the AI Helper tool with a single click.
* * *
### #UX
- **[Call to Action - Encourage New Users to Participate](https://meta.discourse.org/t/call-to-action-encourage-new-users-to-participate/341042?silent=true)**: A discussion led by @Moin and @simon explored ways to improve calls to action for new users, with suggestions ranging from button text changes to more engaging content.
- **[Exiting Expanded Artifacts is Tricky on Tablets](https://meta.discourse.org/t/exiting-expanded-artifacts-is-tricky-on-tablets/340252?silent=true)**: @sam proposed solutions to improve the usability of AI artifacts on tablets, addressing issues with fullscreen mode and navigation.
- **[Feedback for AI Gists, Short Summaries on Topic List](https://meta.discourse.org/t/feedback-for-ai-gists-short-summaries-on-topic-list/339877?silent=true)**: @Saif sought feedback on the new AI-generated short summaries for topic lists, which aim to provide quick overviews of discussions.
* * *
### #Support
- **[I Would Like to Block a Range of IP Addresses](https://meta.discourse.org/t/i-would-like-to-block-a-range-of-ip-addresses-on-a-discourse-forum/340800?silent=true)**: @Lilly and @Jagster provided guidance on using CIDR notation for IP blocking, emphasizing the importance of leaving Q&A topics public for community benefit.
- **[Bots Spamming Forum](https://meta.discourse.org/t/bots-spamming-forum/340704?silent=true)**: @pfaffman and @Moin recommended using Akismet and watched words to combat spam, while @awesomerobot suggested additional keyword filtering strategies.
- **[Removing the Ability for Users to See Post Versions](https://meta.discourse.org/t/removing-the-ability-for-users-to-see-post-versions/340498?silent=true)**: @Arkshine explained how to use the `edit history visible to public` setting to restrict access to post version histories.
- **[Signup Error Message is Confusing](https://meta.discourse.org/t/signup-error-msg-is-confusing-user-password-password-is-the-same-as-your-name/339861?silent=true)**: @zogstrip acknowledged a confusing error message during signup and committed to improving its clarity.
* * *
### #Plugins
- **[Solved Reminders Plugin](https://meta.discourse.org/t/solved-reminders-plugin/340336?silent=true)**: A new plugin was introduced to extend the functionality of the Solved plugin by adding reminder capabilities for unresolved topics.
- **[Discourse Encrypt Deprecated](https://meta.discourse.org/t/discourse-encrypt-deprecated/107918?silent=true)**: @david announced the end-of-life for the Discourse Encrypt plugin, citing low adoption and high maintenance costs.
* * *
### #Feature
- **[Create a QR Code for Invites](https://meta.discourse.org/t/create-a-qr-code-for-invites/341057?silent=true)**: @nathank suggested adding QR codes to the invite modal for easier sharing at in-person events.
- **[Allow Control of the Length of an AI Summary](https://meta.discourse.org/t/allow-control-of-the-length-of-an-ai-summary/286319?silent=true)**: @Falco confirmed that customizable AI summary lengths are on the roadmap, with plans to implement this feature by Q2 2025.
* * *
### #Bug
- **[Something Bad with Embeddings](https://meta.discourse.org/t/something-bad-with-embeddings-related-topics-getting-too-costly/340345?silent=true)**: @Falco and @Roman_Rizzi identified and resolved a bug causing excessive API requests for embeddings, ensuring normal operation resumed.
- **[Google Login Regression](https://meta.discourse.org/t/google-login-regression-possibly-after-recent-changes/340725?silent=true)**: @pmusaraj investigated a Google login issue, attributing it to networking problems on the userās hosting stack.
* * *
## Activity by the [@team](https://meta.discourse.org/groups/team?silent=true) Group
- **@sam** actively participated in discussions about [AI Web Artifacts](https://meta.discourse.org/t/discourse-ai-web-artifacts/339972?silent=true) and proposed solutions for [tablet usability issues](https://meta.discourse.org/t/exiting-expanded-artifacts-is-tricky-on-tablets/340252?silent=true).
- **@Lilly** provided support on topics like [IP blocking](https://meta.discourse.org/t/i-would-like-to-block-a-range-of-ip-addresses-on-a-discourse-forum/340800?silent=true) and [removing post version visibility](https://meta.discourse.org/t/removing-the-ability-for-users-to-see-post-versions/340498?silent=true).
- **@Falco** resolved a critical bug in [AI embeddings](https://meta.discourse.org/t/something-bad-with-embeddings-related-topics-getting-too-costly/340345?silent=true) and contributed to discussions on [AI summary customization](https://meta.discourse.org/t/allow-control-of-the-length-of-an-ai-summary/286319?silent=true).
- **@mcwumbly** shared updates on [current projects](https://meta.discourse.org/t/current-projects-december-2024/340964?silent=true) and engaged in discussions about [encouraging user participation](https://meta.discourse.org/t/call-to-action-encourage-new-users-to-participate/341042?silent=true).
- **@awesomerobot** addressed UX concerns, including [button design inconsistencies](https://meta.discourse.org/t/buttons-text/340961?silent=true) and [custom emoji sanitization](https://meta.discourse.org/t/updating-replacing-topic-reactions-with-new-icon-designs/338287?silent=true).
* * *
Thanks for reading, and Iāll see you again next week! š
---
### Author:  [@Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Discourse)
#### Post date: [December 15, 2024, 9:01pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/weekly-summary/291947/52 "2024-12-15T21:01:20Z")
# This week on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)ā¦
## Key Stats
- **Total New Posts** : 612
- **Total New Topics** : 93
### Top Users by Activity and Engagement:
- **@Moin** : 57 posts, 121 likes
- **@MihirR** : 37 posts, 33 likes
- **@Jagster** : 32 posts, 30 likes
- **@NateDhaliwal** : 30 posts, 31 likes
- **@merefield** : 25 posts, 29 likes
- **@tobiaseigen** : 17 posts, 35 likes
- **@Don** : 13 posts, 32 likes
- **@sam** : 10 posts, 34 likes
- **@Alteras** : 8 posts, 26 likes
- **@nat** : 2 posts, 23 likes
* * *
## Interesting Topics
### **#Theme Component**
- **[QR Code Shareables](https://meta.discourse.org/t/341948/1?silent=true)**: @Alteras introduced a new theme component that generates QR codes for sharing links. Updates included fixes for PNG conversion and plugin outlets. @merefield suggested integrating QR invites into the core Sharing API [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/341948/7?silent=true).
- **[F NAV - Mobile Navigation Tabs](https://meta.discourse.org/t/342277/1?silent=true)**: @Don shared a mobile navigation theme component with customizable tabs. Feedback from @CocoQuark and others highlighted usability improvements and long-term maintenance concerns [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/342277/2?silent=true).
* * *
### **#Plugin**
- **[Discourse Livestream](https://meta.discourse.org/t/341335/1?silent=true)**: @nat announced a plugin enabling livestream events with video, calendar integration, and chat. Questions from @NateDhaliwal clarified functionality, including chat access and tag requirements [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/341335/2?silent=true).
- **[OpenRouter Support for Discourse AI](https://meta.discourse.org/t/341531/1?silent=true)**: @sam introduced native OpenRouter support, allowing integration with various language models. This update expands AI capabilities for Discourse users [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/341531/1?silent=true).
* * *
### **#UX**
- **[New Topic Controls on Meta](https://meta.discourse.org/t/341987/1?silent=true)**: @NateDhaliwal provided feedback on the redesigned topic timeline and dropdown menus. Fixes were implemented by @zogstrip to address usability concerns [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/341987/5?silent=true).
- **[Edit Conflict Indicator Bug](https://meta.discourse.org/t/341375/1?silent=true)**: @Moin reported an issue where edit conflict indicators appeared incorrectly. @zogstrip confirmed the bug and provided a fix [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/341375/6?silent=true).
- **[AI Edit Button Alignment](https://meta.discourse.org/t/340220/3?silent=true)**: @awesomerobot resolved a visual issue with AI edit buttons misaligning during topic title editing [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/340220/7?silent=true).
* * *
### **#Support**
- **[How to Make Automatic Dark Theme Match Selected Dark Theme](https://meta.discourse.org/t/342331/1?silent=true)**: @Laurent sought help with automatic dark mode settings. @tobiaseigen provided a detailed explanation of color palette configurations [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/342331/5?silent=true).
- **[Users Not Receiving Validation Emails](https://meta.discourse.org/t/342421/1?silent=true)**: @patrickemin identified an issue with registration validation emails. The problem was traced to a misconfigured custom user field [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/342421/2?silent=true).
- **[Discourse Setup SSL Error](https://meta.discourse.org/t/342420/3?silent=true)**: @andam reported SSL issues after setup. @pfaffman suggested troubleshooting DNS and Letās Encrypt configurations [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/342420/5?silent=true).
* * *
### **#Feature**
- **[Search/Filter Flags by User](https://meta.discourse.org/t/14649/9?silent=true)**: After 11 years, @sam implemented a long-requested feature to filter flags by user in the review queue [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/14649/9?silent=true).
- **[Review Queue: Link Helpful Flags to New Filter](https://meta.discourse.org/t/341613/1?silent=true)**: @tobiaseigen proposed linking āhelpful flagsā to the new āFlagged byā filter for better moderation workflows [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/341613/1?silent=true).
* * *
### **#Dev**
- **[Automating Discourse Topic Creation](https://meta.discourse.org/t/342285/1?silent=true)**: @MihirR shared a Python script for bulk topic creation using the Discourse API. The tool supports rich formatting and rate-limiting [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/342285/1?silent=true).
- **[Upcoming Post Menu Changes](https://meta.discourse.org/t/341014/1?silent=true)**: @saquetim announced updates to the post menu system, transitioning from legacy widgets to Glimmer components [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/341014/1?silent=true).
* * *
### **#Announcements**
- **[The Importance of Data Ownership](https://meta.discourse.org/t/342083/1?silent=true)**: A blog post emphasized the value of community data ownership and how Discourse supports this principle [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/342083/1?silent=true).
- **[Current Projects - December 2024](https://meta.discourse.org/t/340964/5?silent=true)**: Updates included plans for supporting multiple drafts and other ongoing projects [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/340964/5?silent=true).
* * *
## Activity by the [@team](https://meta.discourse.org/groups/team?silent=true) Group
- **@sam** participated in discussions about [OpenRouter support](https://meta.discourse.org/t/341531/1?silent=true) and implemented the long-awaited [flag filtering feature](https://meta.discourse.org/t/14649/9?silent=true).
- **@tobiaseigen** provided detailed support on topics like [automatic dark mode](https://meta.discourse.org/t/342331/5?silent=true) and [Jalali date display](https://meta.discourse.org/t/341098/22?silent=true).
- **@zogstrip** addressed UX issues, including fixes for [topic controls](https://meta.discourse.org/t/341987/5?silent=true) and [edit conflict indicators](https://meta.discourse.org/t/341375/6?silent=true).
- **@awesomerobot** resolved visual bugs, such as the [AI edit button alignment](https://meta.discourse.org/t/340220/7?silent=true) and [admin sidebar scrollbar](https://meta.discourse.org/t/341822/3?silent=true).
- **@Lilly** contributed to discussions on [theme customization](https://meta.discourse.org/t/342476/3?silent=true) and provided CSS solutions for [dark mode icons](https://meta.discourse.org/t/341657/9?silent=true).
- **@joffreyjaffeux** worked on fixes for [calendar plugin issues](https://meta.discourse.org/t/306587/8?silent=true) and addressed [sidekiq memory problems](https://meta.discourse.org/t/341149/7?silent=true).
* * *
Thanks for reading, and Iāll see you again next week! š
---
### Author:  [@Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Discourse)
#### Post date: [December 22, 2024, 9:01pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/weekly-summary/291947/53 "2024-12-22T21:01:01Z")
# This week on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)ā¦
## Key Stats
- **Total New Posts:** 724
- **Total New Topics:** 108
### Top Users by Activity and Engagement:
- **@Moin** : 39 posts, 88 likes
- **@Jagster** : 54 posts, 48 likes
- **@MihirR** : 41 posts, 27 likes
- **@CocoQuark** : 28 posts, 42 likes
- **@Don** : 21 posts, 60 likes
- **@sam** : 15 posts, 50 likes
- **@HAWK** : 13 posts, 33 likes
- **@tobiaseigen** : 11 posts, 26 likes
- **@NateDhaliwal** : 26 posts, 23 likes
- **@Ed_S** : 13 posts, 21 likes
* * *
## Interesting Topics
### #Announcements
- **[Hiding āe-mail takenā on sign-up by default](https://meta.discourse.org/t/342599/1?silent=true):** A new default setting was introduced to enhance privacy by not revealing whether an email is already registered. The discussion explored potential impacts on user experience and security.
- **[3.4.0.beta3 Release Notes](https://meta.discourse.org/t/343237/1?silent=true):** This release introduced features like threading in Chat DMs, filtering by user in the review queue, and a āCheck for updatesā button on the āWhatās Newā page.
- **[AI-powered Spam Detection](https://meta.discourse.org/t/343541/1?silent=true):** A new AI module for spam detection was announced, offering better control over spam scanning. The feature complements existing moderation tools.
- **[Color Schemes Renamed to Color Palettes](https://meta.discourse.org/t/342798/1?silent=true):** The terminology for ācolor schemesā was updated to ācolor palettesā for consistency across the platform.
- **[3.3.3 Security and Maintenance Release](https://meta.discourse.org/t/343239/1?silent=true):** This release addressed several security vulnerabilities, including issues with [Discourse Connect](https://meta.discourse.org/t/13045?silent=true) and XSS in the Magnific lightbox.
* * *
### #Support
- **[Setting Up Moderator Application Requests](https://meta.discourse.org/t/343220/1?silent=true):** A discussion on how to streamline the process for users to express interest in becoming moderators, with suggestions ranging from private messaging to using forms.
- **[New OfCom Rules](https://meta.discourse.org/t/342713/1?silent=true):** The community discussed compliance with the UKās Online Safety Act, focusing on proactive moderation and reporting mechanisms.
- **[Registration-spammed Forum Despite ānormalize\_emailsā](https://meta.discourse.org/t/343366/1?silent=true):** A user reported spam registrations bypassing email normalization. The issue was linked to accounts created before the setting was enabled.
- **[How to Make āSending PMsā a TL2 Privilege](https://meta.discourse.org/t/343878/1?silent=true):** A quick guide on adjusting the `personal message enabled groups` setting to restrict PMs to higher trust levels.
- **[Help with RSS Polling Plugin](https://meta.discourse.org/t/343771/1?silent=true):** A user sought advice on fetching full content from RSS feeds and publishing translated content. The limitations of RSS feeds were discussed.
* * *
### #UX
- **[Size of Reply Button Influenced by Text Size Preference](https://meta.discourse.org/t/343041/1?silent=true):** A bug was reported where the reply buttonās size was inconsistent with other buttons due to text size preferences.
- **[Share Link Copy Confirmation Text Shifts on Double Click](https://meta.discourse.org/t/343484/1?silent=true):** A UX issue was identified where the confirmation text for copied links shifted unexpectedly.
- **[Wrong Text Color on 404 Page Buttons](https://meta.discourse.org/t/343829/1?silent=true):** Hovering over buttons on the 404 page caused text to blend with the background, making it unreadable.
- **[Call to Action for New Users](https://meta.discourse.org/t/341042/1?silent=true):** Suggestions were made to improve button text and encourage new user participation.
* * *
### #Community
- **[Encouraging Wannabe Blog Writers](https://meta.discourse.org/t/342598/1?silent=true):** A new community manager sought advice on fostering blog writing among users, with suggestions for subcategories and tagging systems.
- **[Trying Out New AI Models](https://meta.discourse.org/t/343123/1?silent=true):** Users shared experiences with AI models for topic summaries and bots, discussing their strengths and limitations.
- **[Do You Think Itās Okay to Language Correct Usersā Posts?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/337509/1?silent=true):** A lively debate on the ethics and practicality of correcting usersā language in posts.
* * *
### #Bug
- **[Filtering for #index Tag Doesnāt Work](https://meta.discourse.org/t/343175/1?silent=true):** A bug was reported where filtering by the #index tag caused errors for logged-in users.
- **[Pin Icons Trigger Consecutive Unpin/Re-pin Actions](https://meta.discourse.org/t/342868/1?silent=true):** A bug in the topic list caused pin icons to toggle actions repeatedly.
- **[Invalid Invite Fields for Moderators](https://meta.discourse.org/t/343783/1?silent=true):** Moderators encountered issues with invalid fields when creating invites, highlighting a need for better UI restrictions.
* * *
### #Dev
- **[Upcoming Topic-list Changes](https://meta.discourse.org/t/343404/1?silent=true):** A major update to the topic-list rendering system was announced, moving from raw handlebars to Glimmer components.
- **[API No Longer Returns user\_id on Create User](https://meta.discourse.org/t/343427/1?silent=true):** A change in API behavior was linked to a new default setting for hiding email addresses.
- **[Restrictive Upload Identification Code](https://meta.discourse.org/t/342757/1?silent=true):** A developer requested a feature to āhard attachā uploads to posts to prevent accidental purging.
* * *
## Activity by the [@team](https://meta.discourse.org/groups/team?silent=true) Group
- **@sam** participated in discussions about [AI spam detection](https://meta.discourse.org/t/343541/1?silent=true), [RSS polling issues](https://meta.discourse.org/t/343372/2?silent=true), and [AI model improvements](https://meta.discourse.org/t/343123/8?silent=true).
- **@HAWK** contributed to topics on [new OfCom rules](https://meta.discourse.org/t/342713/3?silent=true), [encouraging blog writers](https://meta.discourse.org/t/342598/4?silent=true), and [muting staff](https://meta.discourse.org/t/342463/3?silent=true).
- **@tobiaseigen** provided insights on [jump-to-end functionality](https://meta.discourse.org/t/343409/3?silent=true) and [font size issues in the iOS app](https://meta.discourse.org/t/343236/19?silent=true).
- **@awesomerobot** addressed UX concerns, including [reply button size](https://meta.discourse.org/t/343041/8?silent=true) and [topic summary behavior](https://meta.discourse.org/t/342745/3?silent=true).
- **@blake** worked on [PLN currency support](https://meta.discourse.org/t/342040/3?silent=true) and [RSS polling plugin fixes](https://meta.discourse.org/t/343372/7?silent=true).
- **@pmusaraj** investigated [ActivityPub plugin issues](https://meta.discourse.org/t/343469/1?silent=true) and [font size bugs in DiscourseHub](https://meta.discourse.org/t/343236/15?silent=true).
* * *
Thanks for reading, and Iāll see you again next week! š
[Next page](https://meta.discourse.org/t/weekly-summary/291947.md?page=2)