Afternoon all,
The forum update is here, check it out below (I made a thread for it so its easier to keep track)
https://www.key.aero/forum/forum-updates-issues/new-forum-update
Thanks for bearing with us.
Regards,
Khalem
Evening all,
Planemike, yep a user decided to seek me out on my private social media, their comments were not on this forum.
Quick message to say a full update on forum changes and what developers are doing as per your comments will come tomorrow. I was hoping it would come today but tomorrow is looking more likely.
I know you’re all disgruntled with how the forum looks and how it works but these are things that because of your comments we can seek to change.
I hope you all have a good night,
Regards,
Khalem
Hi all, quick update from me.
Firstly, Jeepman, it’s Khalem not Khaled 😀 and you’re right communication has been poor in the past and I’m looking to change that by being more communicative with users going forward, but bear in mind I also have to do my other job roles at the same time.
A full update on forum changes and what developers are doing as per your comments will come tomorrow. I was hoping it would come today but tomorrow is looking more likely.
I know you’re all disgruntled with how the forum looks and how it works but these are things that because of your comments we can seek to change.
I hope you all have a good night,
Regards,
Khalem
We are looking into that, don’t worry.
Khalem
Morning all,
Sorry for the late reply on some comments as I have been away from home this weekend.
Firstly, I want to address that we are going to be working with developers a lot this week to influence changes you’ve suggested.
My second comment is aimed at – ZRX61 – Yes, I’ve previously worked at Greggs, full marks for stalking my social media accounts. I have no clue who you are but I think you’ve misread this situation. I am not a computer techie, not a dedicated forum designer or whatever. I’m just a journalist who offered to act as a bridge between Key and you, the users. Personal insults towards me made on here and on my private social media (which has happened) will not be tolerated. I’m literally an enthusiast who wants this to succeed and believe that good communication is key. Its going to take some time but its out of my control after I pass it on.
Moving on (sorry about the rant) – Furious Fedaykin, I did not personally force an email change, it was a security measure recommended to us. Unfortunately out of my hands, but I’ll get an email sent over to your address to reactivate your original account.
As per private messaging, that plan was in place long before I started here but I’ll see what developers of the forum think on that.
I’ll get developers to look at the search bar, I believe its on the list and that definitely needs to be improved and changed.
I wish you all a great start to the week,
Kind regards,
Khalem
Morning all,
Sorry I’ve not kept up with your comments over the weekend, I’ve been away from home.
I get not a lot of you are happy with the forum layout and our developers are working with us at Key to change that now. You will definitely be getting things like quote and like buttons back, along with emojis and such.
I’m going to be explaining more in the Issues/ Fixes thread later today.
Wishing you all well and more updates to come.
Regards,
Khalem
Has that topic caused problems before? 😀
As per the topic, I like their optimism but there’s a difference between finding them and being optimistic about finding them.
Khalem
Hi James,
Apologies on the email front, I don’t know what happened there. As for the layout developers are looking at it and my hope is that it gets better. We are taking your comments on board and using them as a constructive platform with which we can improve.
Regards,
Khalem
Hi Junk Collector, that’s been noted by a lot of other members and its being looked at.
Thanks,
Khalem
Hi all,
Sorry for the late response, being dealing with a lot today. All of the comments have been noted and I am speaking with developers about the issues you have all told me about.
On a side note, that’s a lovely Spitfire pic!
I am working to try and help fix the problems you’re facing, bear with me! 🙂
Kind regards,
Khalem (Assistant Editor on AFM/ Combat Air/ Air International and forum manager)
Hi ErrolC,
Thanks for your comment. Some of your points have been brought up already, the developers know about it and are working on it. As per your other ones, I’ll be sure to pass them on.
Kind regards,
Khalem
Hi Bruce,
Yep leave it with me. I’ll speak to the development team about it when I next see them.
I’d like to thank you all for your creative comments, they are helping us to create a better forum as per your comments. I hope you all have an enjoyable weekend and I’ll be popping in on the site from time to time so keep any comments coming.
Kind regards,
Khalem
Some cracking images there ErrolC. I wasn’t aware MOTAT had a Sunderland V.
Learning something new everyday haha.
Khalem (Assistant Editor – AFM, Combat Air, Air Int) – Forum Manager
(I’ve got to work on how I end posts – bear with me)
Hi,
Stuart Gowans – you bring up a fair comment and as the new community manager on this forum, my biggest aim is to work alongside moderators to ensure the site works smoothly and to everyone’s enjoyment.
Comments made today have been noted and the development team are looking to sort it.
Some moderators have regained their powers (something which should have transferred over automatically) but more will get theirs early next week.
Hope this (little) update helps, any comments or thoughts, give me a shout.
Kind regards,
Khalem
Hi all,
I’m Khalem, the new community manager speaking on behalf of Key. My main role is assistant editor on Air Force’s Monthly, Combat Air and Air International. I am also a lead contributor on Key Aero and have taken the lead on the forum.
I have noted your comments and the development team is looking at it, some of which have been noted in other threads on this page.
It is a work in progress, so expect changes for the better in the next few weeks, in line with user comments.
Thanks for logging in with the new site and I look forward to talking more with you.
Kind regards,
Khalem