Hi all,
This is a suggestion to create a developers network system (site) for Aware IM developers that would have different features that would be beneficial for us developers, Awaresoft and Aware IM.
System overview:
The system would have different useful features like:
Knowledgebase section with how to articles, BSV examples of features etc., videos etc. This would be a module where all members can add content and use/read content.
"Kickstart" functionality for the custom work process (project ideas, funds raising etc.). This would be a module where all members can:
*add a kickstart campaign
*contribute to a campaign
Awaresoft will also be involved with this module to set campaign parameters e.g. cost, doable verification etc. + they will be receiving campaign contributions directly.
Vote system for features. This module is a simple feature which basically only lists wishes and has a vote functionality so all members can vote om wishes (all members can create + vote on wishes). This module does nothing else and is mainly a function for the benefit of Awaresoft to see community interest.
Membership system. The system will be a membership system with e.g. a Aware IM license prerequisite that would entitle a developer to become a member. This to protect/control the site/content etc.
Future modules?:
The modules listed above are the "core" system modules but the system can evolve and ideas for the future are:
- Possible community functionality with profiles etc. (mini facebook) to work on creating a "real" community
- Forum integration
The name of the system will be: "Aware IM Developer´s Network" (devnet) (www.awareim-devnet.com). The system will be a Joomla system (Joomla site with various Joomla components). I will take all costs and also do the work with building / setting up the first system, my treat. My thought is that i take the initial cost and work and this means the system has a 1 year "lease" and we can with time evaluate the system and also discuss the future of the system (work, cost, "direction" etc.). The main criteria of course is if the system is used, useful, benefical for us developers, Awaresoft and Aware IM.
I have already spoken to Awaresoft about the idea and they are positive and also willing to help with this. They will also decide on various parts of the configuration of the system e.g. Kickstart module, membership options etc.
Your thoughts?
What do you think about this idea? Please post your comments, thoughts and ideas. Thanks
