Image Handler 3 Support Thread (for ZC v1.3.9)

'It works' may not always be quite enough in this post-PCI apocalyptic world that we live in. As has been discussed in many threads on this and other forums.

Like others I got IH working on 1.5 pretty quickly. Do I want to say to tens of thousands of users that my version is secure? Do I want to provide support for all those users?

If the answer is 'not really' then I would just be releasing some un-supported bit of code. Now there is a time and place for unsupported code, but in my opinion IH isn't it.

By which I mean that I applaud all those people who work on a thoroughly tested, well constructed release of IH4 . It is a lot of work and needs to be done right.

niccol:

'It works' may not always be quite enough in this post-PCI apocalyptic world that we live in. As has been discussed in many threads on this and other forums.

Like others I got IH working on 1.5 pretty quickly.** Do I want to say to tens of thousands of users that my version is secure? Do I want to provide support for all those users? **

If the answer is 'not really' then I would just be releasing some un-supported bit of code. ** Now there is a time and place for unsupported code, but in my opinion IH isn't it**.Let me highlight this because I think it's the part of releasing add-ons into the wild that is an important consideration..

niccol:

By which I mean that I applaud all those people who work on a thoroughly tested, well constructed release of IH4 . It is a lot of work and needs to be done right.Why thank you!!

I agree and this why I am approaching the release in this manner.. It's nice to get such a compliment from someone of your caliber!!!:smile:

We really do need to make sure IH4 is as bullet proof as we can make these things.. that it works on different server configurations.. that it works with various store setups.. that it provides proper language support (something IH has NEVER done well BTW), that we address issues, etc..

We also want to make sure the documentation is updated and IMPROVED.. As good as the IH3 readme docs are, we are IMPROVING them which will improve the overall user experience using IH4.

NOT ONE BIT of this level of attention to detail happens overnight..

So I will say it again, IH3 and Zen Cart v1.3.9h is STABLE.. there is NO NEED to rush a Zen Cart v1.5 upgrade, and I won't personally be involved (or use) any add-on that was RUSHED out because of the PERCEPTION that an upgrade had to happen RIGHT NOW!!!

Adding to what Diva and the others have said....those who insist upon using their own or another's hacked up (an probably lacking in proper security) version of IH3 with ZC 1.50 will have to do a **complete uninstall **in order to be able to install IH4.

This is because so much will be changing in IH4 (including the file structure, the installation process, and the files themselves) that an upgrade from a hacked up IH3 installed on to ZC150 is simply not possible without royally messing up your store.

IMO, it is best to wait until IH4 for ZC150 is completed, tested, documented, stable, and released. Nobody is served when they have to double their efforts to uninstall a hack to make room for an official version.

As soon as IH4 for ZC 150 is ready, an announcement will be made on this thread. A link to the new IH4 support thread, as well as to the download section will also be posted. Suggest all who are as excited about IH4 as we are, subscribe to this thread and watch for updates :)

DivaVocals:

We really do need to make sure IH4 is as bullet proof as we can make these things.. that it works on different server configurations.. that it works with various store setups.. that it provides proper language support (something IH has NEVER done well BTW), that we address issues, etc..

We also want to make sure the documentation is updated and IMPROVED.. As good as the IH3 readme docs are, we are IMPROVING them which will improve the overall user experience using IH4.

NOT ONE BIT of this level of attention to detail happens overnight..

So I will say it again, IH3 and Zen Cart v1.3.9h is STABLE.. there is NO NEED to rush a Zen Cart v1.5 upgrade, and I won't personally be involved (or use) any add-on that was RUSHED out because of the PERCEPTION that an upgrade had to happen RIGHT NOW!!!

I know I'll get some grief over saying this, but it would have been appreciated if a notice had been posted in the Software Add-ons that IH 3 is not compatible with ZenCart 1.5. I had used this add-on for an earlier shopping cart (prior to 1.5 upgrade) and checked the add-on section to see if there was any newer version or issues with compatibility to 1.5. Seeing none, I went ahead and installed it and now it doesn't work and I'll need to back out the files.

I will be subscribing to this forum now to get notice of new update. Had no reason to before.

But the add-on is named Image Handler 3 for v1.3.x and it is stated that it is compatible with Zen Cart™ Version: v1.3.9.

Isn't that enough? :shocking:

mek113:

I know I'll get some grief over saying this, but it would have been appreciated if a notice had been posted in the Software Add-ons that IH 3 is not compatible with ZenCart 1.5. I had used this add-on for an earlier shopping cart (prior to 1.5 upgrade) and checked the add-on section to see if there was any newer version or issues with compatibility to 1.5. Seeing none, I went ahead and installed it and now it doesn't work and I'll need to back out the files.

I will be subscribing to this forum now to get notice of new update. Had no reason to before.

The name of the mod in the Software Add-ons section is "Image Handler 3 for v1.3.x" which should serve as a notice that it is only good for 1.3.x versions of Zen-Cart. Additionally, under the Z.C. Version heading, it says 1.3.9h, so this would be another indication that it is not compatible with 1.5.0.

mek113:

I know I'll get some grief over saying this, but it would have been appreciated if a notice had been posted in the Software Add-ons that IH 3 is not compatible with ZenCart 1.5. I had used this add-on for an earlier shopping cart (prior to 1.5 upgrade) and checked the add-on section to see if there was any newer version or issues with compatibility to 1.5. Seeing none, I went ahead and installed it and now it doesn't work and I'll need to back out the files.

I will be subscribing to this forum now to get notice of new update. Had no reason to before.

Adding to what the others have said, there is also a support thread which lists the mods which have been confirmed to work with and/or have been updated for 150 compatibility. It is the responsibility of all users to do their homework before installing any addon to their cart. A search of the forum or this thread (or even a closer look at the IH3 addon description) would have saved you the time and grief of an unnecessary install/uninstall.

mek113:

I know I'll get some grief over saying this,but it would have been appreciated if a notice had been posted in the Software Add-ons that IH 3 is not compatible with ZenCart 1.5. Yes you certainly did get some grief now didn't you..:laugh:

Adding to what everyone else has stated there's been MORE THAN ENOUGH published information, file naming, mod naming, support thread information, and general talking going on to have informed you that IH3 is NOT compatible with Zen Cart v1.5. :no:

mek113:

I had used this add-on for an earlier shopping cart (prior to 1.5 upgrade) and checked the add-on section to see if there was any newer version or issues with compatibility to 1.5. Seeing none, I went ahead and installed it and now it doesn't work and I'll need to back out the files.tsk tsk tsk.. :no: the reason for the version numbers with the add-ons is to give you an indication as to what version of Zen Cart it works with. While some add-ons required little to no changes to be compatible, Image Handler is not the kind of add-on IMHO that you would want to assume was one of those add-ons that required no modification to be compatible.

PLUS as ScriptJunkuie pointed out, you should research and review your add-ons to ensure compatibility before upgrading. The support threads are one source, but there is an entire upgrade topic that is another good source. Bottomline is DON'T ASSUME..

mek113:

I will be subscribing to this forum now to get notice of new update. Had no reason to before.Great idea..:yes:

We're on the home stretch. Readme file is being reworked and updated. Then one last pass to QA final package. This weekend is looking good for a submission to the downloads section.

Also quick note please stay tuned here for updates. We post all updates HERE. I can't respond to PMs asking for personal updates on the status.. (sorry...)

Thanks for your patience and understanding.

Did we get April Fooled? I'm just as eager as the rest of us. 2 Projects waiting for the new version...

As with anything else with best laid plans...RL takes first place and something probably went awry with testing....so Stuff4Toys,

Hang in there.

DarkAngel:

As with anything else with best laid plans...RL takes first place and something probably went awry with testing....so Stuff4Toys,

Hang in there. Thanks Angel.. and yes boy did REAL LIFE get in the way.. Something WAY MORE IMPORTANT than Image Handler..

Thanks for understanding.. :hug:

Testing is actually done.. just final review stuff happening right now..

DivaVocals:

Thanks Angel.. and yes boy did REAL LIFE get in the way.. Something WAY MORE IMPORTANT than Image Handler..

Thanks for understanding.. :hug:

Testing is actually done.. just final review stuff happening right now..
Need a hand? I have a new installation with only 3 test products setup. No big loss if it blows up.
JOhn ><>

Stuff4Toys:

Need a hand? I have a new installation with only 3 test products setup. No big loss if it blows up.
JOhn ><>
Nope.. Like I said.. testing is done. we are simply reviewing the final package to make sure that that readme is correct, that there aren't any errant files/folders left behind, etc..

You know.. all that due diligence stuff.

Attention ScriptJunkie, DivaVocals & others interested

Re: Animated Gifs not working due to incorrect size

Further to my problem of an animated gif not working due to its incorrect size, this is just to let you know that I found a solution to my problem at:

http://www.ashongsoft.com/product/gif-resizer.html

The only thing the resizer did not do was preserve the transparent background, but turned it white. In my case, this does not matter as my page background is also white.

There may be other gif resizers out there that do preserve the transparency. Useful search words "animated gif resizer".

Cheers :clap:

DivaVocals:

Nope.. Like I said.. testing is done. we are simply reviewing the final package to make sure that that readme is correct, that there aren't any errant files/folders left behind, etc..

You know.. all that due diligence stuff.

I am happy to announce that Image Handler 4 has been submitted to the downloads section!! There will be a new support thread, and I will post an updates when IH4 is available for download and a link to the new support thread here.

Now to ANYONE who wants to post ANYTHING that sounds like "it's about time", I will respectfully ask that you HOLD THAT THOUGHT!!:shocking:

The people who participated in this development and testing did so in their own spare time and did NOT have to work on this at all!!

They are to be APPLAUDED for participating in this process. :clap:

The time it took for this release to come out is in part due to different geographical logistics, and real life priorities coming FIRST (NONE of which anyone who participated in this needs to justify or explain to anyone -- just sayin'.. :smile:)..

Most of all frankly I think we all wanted to make sure that what was being submitted was a GOOD and SOLID release and not simply some knee jerk release that wasn't properly tested.

Anyway IH4 should be available for download soon.. I will not be posting a version on my site as the turnaround for add-ons has been pretty quick round these parts lately.. So just look out for an announcement here and a link to the new support thread.

BIG thanks to nigel, ScriptJunkie, niccol, and Jorg from the Zen Cart Germany team for all of your generous time in this effort!! You all rock!!!:clap:

Thank you so much for your hard work,iv been reading this thread for the past weeks waiting for it :)

Thank you very much Diva & 'Crew'! Great job! My new ZC1.5 is almost ready. Almost, since IH is a 'must have' IMHO :wink: So I was patiently waiting for this module before I wanted to go live (my 'old' patched 1.3.8a is working fine, so no hurry for me though). Ofcourse there is more on the wishlist, but that can be done later.

Been reading this (and other) thread(s) for weeks now and getting more and more respect for all the time and effort you guys take to make this all possible in a very professional way!

So maybe it's time for all of you who eagerly awaited for this to hit the donate-button? :P

@Diva, where can I make a donation?

Again, great job! You guys rock! :clap:

Great, thank you all for your hard work!!! I'm so excited that this mod is now available for 1.5.0!

DivaVocals:

I am happy to announce that Image Handler 4 has been submitted to the downloads section!! There will be a new support thread, and I will post an updates when IH4 is available for download and a link to the new support thread here.

Now to ANYONE who wants to post ANYTHING that sounds like "it's about time", I will respectfully ask that you HOLD THAT THOUGHT!!:shocking:

The people who participated in this development and testing did so in their own spare time and did NOT have to work on this at all!!

They are to be APPLAUDED for participating in this process. :clap:

The time it took for this release to come out is in part due to different geographical logistics, and real life priorities coming FIRST (NONE of which anyone who participated in this needs to justify or explain to anyone -- just sayin'.. :smile:)..

Most of all frankly I think we all wanted to make sure that what was being submitted was a GOOD and SOLID release and not simply some knee jerk release that wasn't properly tested.

Anyway IH4 should be available for download soon.. I will not be posting a version on my site as the turnaround for add-ons has been pretty quick round these parts lately.. So just look out for an announcement here and a link to the new support thread.

BIG thanks to nigel, ScriptJunkie, niccol, and Jorg from the Zen Cart Germany team for all of your generous time in this effort!! You all rock!!!:clap:

Gerjan:

Been reading this (and other) thread(s) for weeks now and getting more and more respect for all the time and effort you guys take to make this all possible in a very professional way!

So maybe it's time for all of you who eagerly awaited for this to hit the donate-button? :P

@Diva, where can I make a donation?

Again, great job! You guys rock! :clap:Thanks a bunch for supporting our efforts!!