NikeTalk will be moving from July 13th-14th.

[T0INE]

I'm down to be a beta tester @Methodical Management if any spots are still available.

 

[The Fresh Prince]

 
I haven't taken a headcount lately, but the max will probably be something like 50 so there should still be opportunity there if anyone's interested. 

We want to give motivated regular contributors the chance to get to know the system ahead of time and provide input on various aspects of the new site, like ad placement, to make the site the best it can be before we launch.  

Is the transition happening in June or later around the end of July to early August?

 

[Ja's 2¢]

Right now, there are no last post previews on desktop or mobile.

You can see a preview of a topic post on mouseover, but not the last reply.


I know that previewing the most recent reply can be helpful at times, but there are often cases where it's undesirable as well.  If it's something people really miss, perhaps there's a way to selectively reintroduce it, but it won't be available at launch. 

That's some good news, always love the minimalist style

 

[Methodical Management]

Can we leave wavy daddy here?

Yes.

That's some good news, always love the minimalist style

Even though the platform is due for a major new release in ~ 12 months that could require us to redo much of the work in creating a custom style for the site, we still made the decision to hire a great designer and create a custom look for the site.  Style is important to our community, and the place needs to feel like home.  It's worth the money. 

If anything, the new site will likely be even more minimalist than the current one.  There are some inconsistencies and inefficiencies to the current site design that have annoyed me for the better part of five years now.  

I know, though, that many people are pretty attached to the current site - particularly on mobile, where there's a very efficient use of space.  Our goal isn't to create something flashy and overproduced just to prove we spent money.  We want something clean and timeless. 

Is the transition happening in June or later around the end of July to early August?

By June 30[sup]th[/sup]  of this year, NikeTalk will part ways with Wikia and will relaunch on a new platform and an independent host.

One additional word on scheduling:  when the new site is ready, we'll do our best to avoid overlapping with any major releases or events, like the NBA draft, the Jordan 13/14, or the Yeezy release.  That may not be 100% possible, but we're willing to push the departure back a bit if needed to minimize the disruption.

Sounds good.

I'll check the thread and my PM box frequently.

We'll need to PM testers to supply you with login credentials.  I'd say the test period is roughly two weeks away.

A few spots remain, but we can't take more than 50 total.  

 

[gothmog]

damn i hope the black background wont change , i am sick of white backgrounds on social media and most sites 

 

[Methodical Management]

 
damn i hope the black background wont change , i am sick of white backgrounds on social media and most sites 

 

[gothmog]

 

 

[monstar]

Methodical Management

Can i get in on this beta testing as well? I asked near the start of the thread

 

[Methodical Management]

@Methodical Management

Can i get in on this beta testing as well? I asked near the start of the thread

Everyone who's indicated interest thus far in this thread has been placed on a list.  I think we're at around 29.

 

[Gordonson]

Everyone who's indicated interest thus far in this thread has been placed on a list.  I think we're at around 29.

I'd love to be put on the list as well.

 

[ballahb]

Id be interested in being a beta tester

 

[MaxP_3]

Looking forward to the next change. The evolution from yuku to now is crazy.

 

[NickFolarin]

I would like to test the beta site out also

 

[AZwildcats]

Throw me in for the beta testing Meth, always willing to serve the community

 

[whywesteppin]

i would be up for beta testing as well. can't remember if i already voiced my interest.

 

[just4kicks212]

Count me in for Beta testing

 

[ultralightbeam]

Not sure if I indicated on the first couple of pages, but count me in for the beta testing, Meth.

 

[6 Rings G.O.A.T.]

Beta testing list..

Count me in..

 

[1Cn9wL8dg3]

Beta boy

 

[John Wick]

in for the beta test

 

[Nike Jordan]

I want in.

 

[mikeycorleone]

I'd say the test period is roughly two weeks away.


 

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[Fozz]

Sweet.

 

[Black Lotus]

dope cant wait for beta testing

 

[Rockabilly Zombie]

Awesome
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