Milovana.com

Seriously? wrote:I'm new, so I don't really know in what ways the current chat is failing. But from what I gather, you're moving from Flashchat which is great. From first hand experience, Flashchat arguably looks "pretty" but is a notorious resource hog. For a site that doesn't have much of a revenue stream (as far as I can tell) resource-gobbling applications are a bad thing.

As a web developer who runs a virtual company, I use IRC a bit so the current chatroom seems totally adequate. Personally, I'll take reliability over bells and whistles.

But, perhaps there is something big missing that I'm unaware of?

Seriously? wrote:Well, based on your avatar, you should be right at home :)

SexualChoc wrote:It is easy to complain when others are doing the work

it is even easier to complain when your not paying for a product.

SexualChoc wrote: All those who want to help improve chat please list credentials and how they are able to actually do so
either financials or with technical knowledge
and then commit to giving time out of their lives to the project.

SexualChoc wrote: considering this is your second forum thread on the issue
and you don't seem to be happy

why don't you create a viable alternative, fund it
and the offer it to us? the users of Milovana?

SexualChoc wrote: I appreciate all that is being done despite my early protests and fully support those who are working as they can to make things better.

thank yo to those who are helping build.

Banquo wrote:

les wrote:
I absolutely hated the old chat having such a restricted window.
Which made following chats with multiple attendees so damn difficult.
Despite the pretty bells and whistles appearance.
Especially for me be a looky and not touchy typist.

I for one prefer a clean uncluttered appearance as I want to concentrate on others thoughts.

Banquo


What do you think of the new chat then? Have you been using it more than you used the old one?

Banquo wrote:

Banquo


What do you think of the new chat then? Have you been using it more than you used the old one?

Banquo wrote:It has been well over a month now since the new chat became active. We have been promised untold amounts of improvements. Whilst I appreciate the amount of work going into it. The chat still is far from perfect. And not something I really enjoy using.

Banquo wrote:Some people clearly haven't heard of constructive criticism. *sigh*

Indigo™ wrote: As the last person to put in major effort on behalf of the community, and the chat specifically, I feel a need to contribute. I gave up my membership on this site because of the attitude that is being portrayed here. Everybody is quick to jump to the defense of their friends, perceiving an attack, when the fact is, most people are just looking for answers. As chat moderators (and I chose most of you …) I’d like to think you can do better than that. Take a step back, and act like a professional. Don’t jump on the defensive, be the bigger person, and try to provide as much insight as you can.

Anna kindly allowed me to utilize her account at one point to “check out” the new chat. So far, I have to say, I’m not impressed. I’m sure it will improve, but for the time being, even I have to say it’s pretty drab. The problem here is expectations. Everybody has high expectations of the new chat, and thus far, it’s not delivering. I remember a conversation I had with Ph0x a while back, when he said that once you’ve given the members something, be *very* cautious about taking it away. I think that’s what happened here. People who remember the flash chat, and it’s many features are disappointed that so far, the new one isn’t living up to its promises. So, I can understand that. I’d say to the critics simply this: Be Patient. As an IT professional, I recognize the many hours of hard work it takes to put something that looks relatively simple together – and knowing the people involved, I’ve no doubt that they *are* putting in every effort.

To Banquo – I agree – I don’t think you did anything wrong. You asked questions, got consistently bashed for it, and I think you’re owed an apology. So, for what it’s worth, *I* apologize for the comments of the people I entrusted as Chat Mods, and at one time, friends.

To Dream-On – I’ve read your posts, you come across as highly defensive, and that’s fine, typically. But you need to take a deep breath, bury that, and try to remain as impartial as you can. It’s the only way to maintain a professional attitude, and not alienate the crowd as a whole.

To Breathplayslut – Chill. I think you mean well, you’re asking questions, but you come across harshly. In an environment where perception is everything, you need to look before you leap, and think of the perception everybody is going to have of you and your attitude before posting.

To Choc, and Les – I’m surprised at you both. For people so passionately involved in Milo, I’d have expected more from you both. You seem quickly defensive, and not willing to open your eyes to a broader view. Take a step back, a deep breath, and just *see* the other side, before jumping on board the wagon to crucify someone with simple questions.

Past that, I’d just like to say, I miss you all, and wish you the best.

Indy