Identifying the OP at a glance (SMF patch)

[Upgrade00]

First change in years, that wasn't an April fool's prank of course. And a good one too, not the most pressing change I would expect, but still shows some bit of improvements in layout. Great job PowerGlove creating the scripts.

I guess the BPIP extension changes it for you.

Most likely.
I've checked on different browsers and also on mobile and PC, still has the same layout as you indicated.

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[Asiska02]

I came across this post just yesterday when I came to meta board. I really loved the idea of adding the ‘OP’ in the original poster’s name, never mind which of the options style should be chosen. Just this morning I saw in front of my post the ‘OP’ in brackets. I’m really amazed by this change and one can identify the OP at a glance. Great work @powerglove, and @theymos for implementing this change in the forum.

[Mpamaegbu]

...because I can guarantee it, not everyone will know what "OP" stands for.

Well, I don't see how that should be a problem. They will all get around it, one way or the other. After all, we still have veteran members here who don't understand what CFNP on campaign threads means; even when those letters hang there in capital letters.

On the new development, I observed it today; just a while ago. I like the chosen style - B. It's kind of silent, yet you know it's there. At least, we get to find out at a glance who an OP is if we stumbled on their comments midway. @PowerGlove, you've shown the programmer in you. Keep it up.

[Coyster]

Well done powerGlove for making this possible through writing the scripts, and thank you to Theymos for actually adding it, tbh, how many people actually thought this was going to be added? I wouldn't be surprised if the answer is probably nobody, well, good now because every user can easily identify the OP of a thread when they post within the thread, especially outside the first page, not that it was hard to figure out, but at least it is what it is.

[Pmalek]

...because I can guarantee it, not everyone will know what "OP" stands for.

Well, I don't see how that should be a problem. They will all get around it, one way or the other.

It's not going to be a big problem because theymos added an explanation field to the word "OP". Hover your mouse over it and it explains that OP is the person who started the thread. We might still see the occasional question pop up here and there, especially for those who aren't active in Meta and/or haven't seen this particular thread, but eventually everyone will get used to it.

Great addition! Thanks to those that made it happen.

[ABCbits]

While i still prefer Style F, your effort bear fruit. Nice work @PowerGlove.

I probably never would've spent the ~hour figuring out how to add it because it strikes me as unnecessary, but I also don't see the harm in it. Since you wrote the code, I added it. Thanks!

Now i wonder whether we'll see more people give feature suggestion while including source code.

[Mpamaegbu]

Well, I don't see how that should be a problem. They will all get around it, one way or the other.

It's not going to be a big problem because theymos added an explanation field to the word "OP". Hover your mouse over it and it explains that OP is the person who started the thread.

Regardless of the fact that I expect anyone who's lost stumbling on new words to search them out, I believe most people here will know what OP means. It's often used (I use it often, and I've seen a lot of others use it too). About the mouse–hovering thing, you ought to know that not everyone here makes use of desktops and PCs to make posts. Mobil phone users are plenteous here too and that facility isn't available to them 🤔. I speak for myself anyway.

but eventually everyone will get used to it.

Definitely, of course. We learn everyday.

[Inwestour]

Style F

This one signifies the OP by adding a little icon next to their name:

This looks even better

I also liked this style the most, it looks simple and clear, does not make the line too long if the user's nickname is long. And so everything is very stylish and over time everyone will get used to it and it will be easy to perceive. Although style B is also normally perceived.

[darxiaomi]

Really good news and a really good aditament for the forum, this can help so much when we are in some threads where are so long and we lose who its the OP.
Today when i see the new one thing, i really like.

Thanks to the OP  to make this possible, and the forum to implementing this, and make with that more people can encouragement to make other good things to this forum.

[TheUltraElite]

Totally forgot about this suggestion which I had supported some time back, knowing how much follow-up we get from theymos on suggestions in the past, but I was pleasantly delighted to see the change in the usernames with OP written in running threads, so I came back to check.

Hoping to see a much necessary suggestion - 2FA or something similar maybe in theymos' own cryptography skills to secure accounts - getting implemented in the near future.

Thank you ajaxtempest (original idea), theymos (Our Boss!) and PowerGlove (OP)  

[Smartvirus]

Nicely done @PowerGlove. It gives me great pleasure to note that, our suggestions here are not layed to waste and even with pending approval on its validity, we still have those with the programmable knowledge and time to be doing some forum edition works on the sidelines. It's very encouraging and I think this is one of the best ways to be going about some supported suggestions that proves to be valid in the long run in contrast to living it all in the hands of Theymos although, we've got to ensure there are no bugs to it.

I can see clear the notation (OP) written clearly with your user as the starter of the thread just as I find in Style B which means, one of your designs have been chosen already if am not mistaken. So the forum isn't stagnated at last, good one.

[UserU]

Oh nice, just noticed the change went live as well!

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And it turns out that the OP's suggestion for the forum about identifying topic creators and replies was actually adopted. I only realized now after looking at a few different threads, there's a (OP) sign next to the name of the thread creator, and it's really nice in my opinion.

PowerGlove, you are really worthy here, this is what is called one of the real contributions to the forum. I think theymos will also consider other unique features in the future for this forum especially if it's harmless. I would like to see 2FA security features adopted in the future.

[dkbit98]

I probably never would've spent the ~hour figuring out how to add it because it strikes me as unnecessary, but I also don't see the harm in it. Since you wrote the code, I added it. Thanks!

Very nice surprise and with this move you closed the mouth of everyone who said that forum as not updated for years

Great contribution work again PowerGlove!

I guess the BPIP extension changes it for you.

Correct.
BPIP extension is moving OP letters below username, and I prefer this myself.

[DireWolfM14]

Good job, PowerGlove.  I just assumed this was an update to the Bpip extension when I first saw it.  Thanks for the contribution.

[meser#]

In my opinion, it would be better to put a conspicuous icon in the marked place. When reading a multi-page topic, the marked place will attract more attention.

[Welsh]

Well, I don't see how that should be a problem. They will all get around it, one way or the other. After all, we still have veteran members here who don't understand what CFNP on campaign threads means; even when those letters hang there in capital letters.

There will likely still be questions from time to time, but I think having the explanation on hover is the best way to go about it, especially when it doesn't take practically any additional resources, and was simple to add. However, abbreviations in general are a pet peeve of mine, unless they've previously been explained. I do fall into that trap myself at times, but when you've got a wide audience, you should generally be clarifying what the abbreviation stands for.

Especially when it comes to the functionality of something. It's just good practice to do so.

[n0nce]

I like the idea! I'd vote for option F (the writing hand glyph). Spot #2 would be writing the username in italics.
Reason being that the writing hand is mostly self-explanatory and both options don't use the abbreviation 'OP' which I'm not a big fan of (not sure why).

[Zlantann]

Well done powerGlove for making this possible through writing the scripts, and thank you to Theymos for actually adding it, tbh, how many people actually thought this was going to be added? I wouldn't be surprised if the answer is probably nobody, well, good now because every user can easily identify the OP of a thread when they post within the thread, especially outside the first page, not that it was hard to figure out, but at least it is what it is.

Nice job powerGlove. This contribution looks small but it really makes a lot of difference. You helped in identifying the challenge, sought the solution, found it, and help to enforce or implement it. This is an uncommon feat that is very outstanding. This contribution would be remembered by members in many years to come. Also this is one of the fastest changes that I have seen in this forum. Just few days after its proposal, Theymos implemented it. This is a proof that it is very innovative and would be generally accepted. More wins powerGlove and the entire Bitcointalk community.

[PowerGlove]

I probably never would've spent the ~hour figuring out how to add it because it strikes me as unnecessary, but I also don't see the harm in it. Since you wrote the code, I added it. Thanks!

Wow, that was quick (~62 hours from initial post to merge). I was sitting in the bath, wondering if it would be appropriate to PM you or not. It was a nice surprise to come back to my machine and see "(OP)" next to a post!

I'm humbled at being allowed to contribute to the forum in my own small way. Thanks theymos!


I've closely read each post in this thread, and will continue to do so. Thank you to anyone who left kind words, they mean a lot to me.

I've mostly finished work on my next SMF patch (simple 2FA) and will post about it soon. I'm still polishing it up and thinking through all the implications and don't want to take advantage of theymos' good nature by bugging him until it's fully baked.