ExpressionEngine, Tutorials
Using ExpressionEngine’s Built-In HTTP Authentication to Restrict Access During Development
03.20.09 by Ryan Masuga
You can restrict access to an ExpressionEngine site under development with template access restrictions by User Group. But what if you need to test logged-in and logged-out status, and different member levels? We show you how to easily restrict your dev area and still test member-related conditionals on your templates with a Dev User Group and EE’s HTTP Authentication.
Reviews, ExpressionEngine, Tutorials
Creating a Custom Fieldtype for ExpressionEngine With FieldFrame
03.12.09 by Ryan Masuga
FieldFrame is a “framework for rapid development of Fieldtype extensions” for ExpressionEngine. We decided to see exactly what that means by creating a new jQuery Color Picker custom field extension based on FieldFrame, and explain how it was done.
Hacks, Tutorials
Modify Solspace’s Tag Module To Show a Clickable List of Links
02.23.09 by Ryan Masuga
Solspace’s Tag Module has an incredibly large, unused area below the tag entry field. See how to turn that area into a clickable list of links.
Hacks
Show Your Custom Field Formatting List Who’s Boss
02.02.09 by Tim Kelty
A quick and painless hack makes it easy to select alternative formatting styles like Textile or Markdown for custom fields, and saves many repetitive steps.
ExpressionEngine
On Releasing and Distributing Add-Ons for ExpressionEngine
01.27.09 by Ryan Masuga
What is the best way to distribute add-ons for ExpressionEngine? Devot:ee takes a look at the currently available avenues and asks the rhetorical question, “Could this be better?”
