Apache Answer 1.4.1: Bridge the Gap

The weather is getting colder, and time to light up the knowledge fireplace. In this release, we add new features to provide context for your knowledge flow in an easy way. There're also improvements in different ways: display, color, SEO template, etc. Don't miss the 4 new plugins that streamline Answer with the tools you love.

Linking Question: Connect the Knowledge Dots

By linking similar/related questions, users can easily explore relevant discussions and find additional context. This feature not only improves the experience but also strengthens the community by fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing.

How to

Simply copy and paste the string of the question/answer you want to link to the editor, and add # before it.

Enhancements and Fixes

Get ready for a smoother user experience with more flexible user profiles and improved personal page displays. Additionally, the platform's performance has been optimized by loading plugins on demand, reducing initial load times.

A number of bug fixes have also been implemented, including resolving issues with question links in SEO templates, language file formatting, plugin registration, and tag selector glitches, etc.

New Plugins: Level up with the Tools You Like

There're four new plugins in this release too. Tencent Cloud Object Storage plugin lets users store and manage various types of content efficiently. Ding talk notification allows you to receive notification in Ding Talk webhook robot. Baidu reviewer plugin enables Apache Answer to integrate with Baidu's review system, helping to shape a safe environment for the community.

Slack User Center is one of our OSPP projects and our PPMC member LinkinStar assisted Anan1225 to complete this task in the summer holiday. This plugin allows you to login and authorization with Slack, receive notification in Slack, etc.

Thank You Contributors

Meet the new faces and greet the old acquaintances in this release today. Let's give a round of applause to: ourai, robinv8, LinkinStars, shuaishuai, sosyz, sy-records, zahash, Anan1225, and prithvidasgupta.

Become a Part of Our Roadmap

We are open to new ideas, advice, and anything on your mind. Check out roadmap, and tell us what's on your mind.