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🚨 [Breaking change]: Extension Manifest Type Architecture + Constants/Modal Tokens/Types moved to their package
In Umbraco 15, components have been decentralized into their respective packages, altering import paths and enabling better extension capabilities. Developers must update their TypeScript configurations and imports to accommodate the new structure, utilizing the global UmbExtensionManifest for extension types. This change enhances flexibility for package developers but introduces breaking changes.
@Umbraco
#announcement
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📰 Umbraco Setup Simplified for your Dream Website
In his guide on setting up Umbraco, Piyush Doorwar compares the process to assembling IKEA furniture, emphasizing its simplicity. He outlines two installation options: Umbraco Cloud for a hassle-free experience and DIY installation for those who prefer a hands-on approach. Both methods lead to a successful setup.
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📰 How to add a Store Locator Map with Elfsight in uSkinned Site Builder
Elfsight's Store Locator widget enhances Umbraco websites by providing an interactive map for customers to find nearby stores. To embed it, users must create an account on Elfsight, configure the widget, and follow specific steps in the uSkinned Site Builder to add the embed code, making it live on the site.
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📰 Crafting an SPA with Umbraco
In this post, Kenn Jacobsen explores building a single-page application (SPA) using Umbraco, highlighting its advantages over traditional multi-page applications (MPAs). He details the implementation of a nostalgia site for 1984, addressing challenges like content access and routing, while leveraging Umbraco's hybrid CMS capabilities and the Vaadin Router for dynamic content rendering.
@Kenn Jacobsen
#spa
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📰 New Starter Kits and Themes for the Drinks Industry
Paul Daly announces the launch of two new add-ons for uSkinned Site Builder, Stag and Brew, designed for the drinks industry but adaptable for any sector. These themes offer customizable, professional website solutions, featuring modern and bold designs. A free trial is available to explore their functionalities.
#starterkits
#theming
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📰 From TinyMCE to TipTap: The Future of Umbraco’s Rich Text Editing
Umbraco 15 introduces a new Rich Text Editor (RTE) UI built on TipTap, replacing TinyMCE due to licensing issues. This update enhances usability with improved copy-paste handling and greater customization for developers. The transition reflects Umbraco's commitment to innovation and adaptability in content management, with further refinements expected in upcoming releases.
@Dhanesh Kumar MJ
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📰 How to sort items by a custom date in an Umbraco v13+ Examine Index
Nurhak Kaya's guide outlines how to sort items by a custom date in Umbraco v13+ using Examine. It highlights the need to store dates as "long" types rather than strings for proper sorting. The implementation includes creating a custom date field, updating the Examine index, and utilizing a search service to retrieve ordered results.
#examine
#guides
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📰 Learning TDD by doing: Dealing with Umbraco's published content
Dave Farley advises against mocking external dependencies, suggesting that abstractions should be created for systems like Umbraco. Dennis faced challenges while implementing this, ultimately opting to mock the published content model. Through several iterations, they developed a more readable and maintainable testing approach, emphasizing strong typing and clarity in code.
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📰 Umbraco Recognised in Leading Analyst Firms Overview of Enterprise CMS Market
Umbraco, an open-source CMS provider, has been recognized in Forrester's Q4 2024 Content Management Systems Landscape. CEO Mats Persson highlighted the platform's capabilities in managing digital content across various channels, enhanced by the recent acquisition of uMarketingSuite for improved user data analysis and personalized content delivery, ensuring consistent brand experiences.
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📰 How to add Cliniko booking platform in uSkinned Site Builder
To embed Cliniko booking widgets on a uSkinned Site Builder website, users must first create a widget in their Cliniko account and copy the provided embed code. Then, they can add the code to any page using the "Embed code" block, followed by saving and publishing the page to activate the widget.
#guides
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📺 Umbraco or Sitecore
Karen Kler and Tom Parker discuss choosing between Umbraco and Sitecore for CMS platforms, highlighting features, user experiences, and support options.
@Umbraco
#whyumbraco
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📺 umbraCoffee - Hacktoberfest 2024
The umbraCoffee episode discusses Hacktoberfest 2024, community events, Umbraco 15 updates, and encourages contributions while reflecting on past gatherings.
@UmbraCoffee
#hacktoberfest
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📆 Social get together - Hacktoberfest
2024-10-30 from 18:30 to 20:30 - Alexander Graham Bell, 128 George Street, EH2 4JZ, Edinburgh, GB
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📆 UmbraCymru - Umbraco Meetup, October 2024
2024-10-31 from 18:30 to 20:30 - Method4, 12-14 Trade Street, Cardiff, CF10 5DT, Cardiff, GB
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📆 Umbraco UK Festival Community Hackathon
2024-11-07 from 09:30 to 17:00 - Hugo & Cat, 135 Bishopsgate, London, GB
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📆 Umbraco UK Festival
2024-11-08 from 00:00 to 00:00 - Codenode, 10 South Place, London, EC2M 7EB
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📦 uSkinnedSiteBuilder.StarterKit.Stag
Responsive Starter Kit & Theme design add-on for uSkinned Site Builder demonstrating a fictional website for a Scotch Whisky brand.
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📦 Knowit.Umbraco.TokenReplacement
Ever wanted to use Umbracos translations in a text field or rich text editor? Now you can!
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📦 uSkinnedSiteBuilder.StarterKit.Brew
Responsive Starter Kit & Theme design add-on for uSkinned Site Builder demonstrating a fictional drinks website.
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📦 DatePickerOffsetTime
The Date Picker Offset Time package provides a user-friendly umbraco property editor for selecting dates with precise time offsets.
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📦 jcdcdev.Umbraco.GroupsToTabs
A simple Umbraco package that converts content type groups into tabs in the Umbraco Backoffice.
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📦 Pixelbuilders.Umbraco.ElementFinder
A umbraco dashboard to easily find elements / blocks being used within the CMS.
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