Troop 325
Troop 325

What’s New

troopOS 3.5

Last updated 9/21/18

Overview: After the initial success of the first troop website overhaul, we are releasing this new update seeks to further modernize the website, optimize content even more devices, and support the newest technology. Troop Online Services (troopOS) is the new series of updates set to further modernize troop325.com for mobile devices and desktops alike to function faster, look better, and be more secure for every user to experience.

Update 3.5: This update focuses on fundamentally redesigning the Social features of the website. Dynamic profiles are now prominently featured for each user. Additionally, an enhanced searchable member directory updates with profile changes for each troop member. Also, more content can be easily changed and managed more simply in front-end exchanges.

Special Notes: This update also serves as the last major revision I (West Steinacker) will work on. As of 9/21/18 I will be retired as webmaster for our troop, it has been a pleasure working with all of you. Best of wishes for the troop into the future!

 

Full Updates Changelog:

3.5.1 (beta: build 19)

  • General Changes
    • Major database and file directory updates and improvements
    • Improvements to mobile and desktop design with bug fixes
    • Changed contact form Patrol selection boxes to text input
    • Changed the homepage slider to have no gray effect over the images
    • Updated reCAPTCHA to v3 globally
    • Removed “What’s New” navigation pill from Website page and sub-pages
    • Miscellaneous plugin and theme maintenance updates
  • GM Bug Fixes
    • Fixed reCAPTCHA integration issues with updates

3.5.0 (9/21/18)

  • Page Updates
    • Added “My Profile” page
    • Added “My Account” page
    • Added “Login” page
    • Added “Logout” page
    • Added “Reset Password” page
    • Updated “Members” page
    • Removed “Activity” page
    • Removed “Emails” page
  • Social 4.0
    • Redesigned the Social system fundamentally
    • Updatable user-generated content on new profiles
    • Multiple new front-end pages and ease of use changes
  • Firewall 2.1
    • Updates to website scan and traffic rules for bots
    • Updates to website resource utilization
    • Miscellaneous bug fixes and tweaks to bot rules
  • General Changes
    • Added new faster registration system with default fields
    • Updated Events-related documentation with current changes
    • Improved database security per individual profiles
    • Improved user role structure to work with new social system
    • Optimized CSS file customizations to new social system
    • Removed private messaging to respect BSA communication code
    • Removed duplicate emails on multiple contact forms
    • Removed Privacy Policy button from signup due to advanced booking issues
  • GM Bug Fixes
    • Fixed issues with specific user accounts not displaying names
    • Fixed security issue allowing new accounts to bypass approval
    • Fixed user login issues prohibiting access to “Members” page

 

Supported Browsers:

This website is designed to support most modern desktop and mobile browsers. However, because we use modern TLS and HSTS encryption standards some legacy browsers will have difficulties accessing the website. We officially support the following browsers:

  • Safari (7+)
  • Firefox (27+)
  • Chrome (38+)
  • Edge (13+)
  • IE (11+)

 

Past Versions

troopOS 3.4

Last updated 8/16/18

Update 3.4: This is primarily focused on optimizing the website to its maximum, to load as quickly and as responsibly as possible.  Many of areas of the website have been redesigned for simplicity and consolidation, by reformatting existing pages and removing unpopular pages. Also, it introduces new registration and social features to be more simple and secure.

 

Full Updates Changelog:

3.4.0 (8/16/18)

  • Page Updates
    • Reformatted Documents page with content by member
    • Renamed Events list page to “Signup”
    • Renamed Events Calendar page to “Calendar”
    • Renamed My Bookings page to “My Events”
    • Removed “Maps” Resources sub-page due to inactivity
    • Removed “Links” Resources sub-page due to inactivity
    • Removed “Groups” Social sub-page due to inactivity
  • CDN 4.0
    • Added Rocketloader JS request optimizer and JS defer parsing
    • Added Brotli HTTPS compression on all pages
    • Optimized website plugins and image sizes to speed up requests
  • Page Framework 7.1
    • Optimized large content spaces for mobile devices
    • Improved navigation pill display formatting on mobile devices
    • Multiple bug fixes and improvements to content and UI
  • Social 3.1
    • New registration form and process to approve an account
    • More securely protects all Social pages from bots and spammers
    • Removed groups feature due to inactivity
  • General Changes
    • Official support for Safari 12 in macOS Mojave and iOS 12
    • Optimized Events List/Signup page with smaller text for mobile devices
    • Optimized Events Calendar to accommodate more events on screen
    • Optimized Events Calendar display at full width for mobile devices
    • Purged database of old users and unused user privileges
    • Removed “Website” about sub-page from menu
    • Removed “Locations” events sub-page from menu
    • Removed “Categories” events sub-page from menu
    • Removed second content control plugin as it was unnecessary with Social update
    • Removed unnecessary Social profile banner features and front-end profile editing
    • Removed unnecessary groups and member selection buttons
    • Removed member search in members page and groups pages
    • Removed notifications settings from front-end user profile editing
    • Removed large excessive images from cluttered media database
  • GM Bug Fixes
    • Fixed content redirect issues on registration page via Social update
    • Fixed content display issues on all Social pages

 

troopOS 3.3

Last updated 6/15/18

Update 3.3: This update most notably adds serves as an accessibility and transparency update. First for accessibility, we are also introducing a dynamic page format for all devices, along with color contrast changes, and new print buttons on Events pages so make content more accessible to all users. Second for transparency, we added the Website and Privacy Policy pages to learn more about our website and our data collection practices.

 

Full Updates Changelog:

3.3.1 (6/15/18)

  • SEO 2.4
    • Added new page to sitemap with titles, descriptions, and tags
    • Adjustments to multiple pages data, analytics, and integration
    • Multiple bug fixes and minor improvements
  • General Changes
    • Added Privacy Policy content buttons to Events and user registrations

3.3.0 (6/1/18)

  • Page Updates
    • Added new “Website” page to learn more about our website and related information
    • Added new “Privacy Policy” page to learn more about our data practices for the website
  • Page Framework 7.0
    • More accesible page layout for all kinds of users
    • Larger new icons and color contrast of page elements
    • Multiple bug fixes and content enhancements for all devices
  • Events Manager 3.1
    • Added new Print icon and text to all Event related pages to print pages easily
    • Optimized Event Categories and multiple accessibility and user improvements/tweaks
    • Miscellaneous bug fixes and tweaks to content layout
  • General Changes
    • Added and implemented dynamic “//” HTTP request support for internal links
    • Added and implemented Font Awesome 5 support for all pages
    • Increased color of navigation pills, tables, horizontal lines, and more
    • Increased navigation pill size and orientation on all devices
    • Changed post and search results to an alternating thumbnail format
    • Merged “What’s New” and “Past Versions” changelog pages
    • Re-formatted Contact, Resources, Media, and Troop Social pages
    • Removed events and locations search on Event related pages
  • GM Bug Fixes
    • Fixed issue where home icon didn’t display on page header
    • Fixed issue where icons displayed in old Font Awesome 4
    • Fixed issue with duplicate imported Font Awesome stylesheets
    • Fixed issue with navigation pills displaying weirdly on Library Resources page
    • Fixed login page redirect issue for restricted content pages

 

troopOS 3.2

Last updated 5/8/18

Update 3.2:  This update is namely a quality of life update. With the new inventory pages to find items and request them, its easier than ever to access our records. Per user requests we dedicated a resources page to our roster. We also combined our resources pages and updated our encryption standards.

 

Full Updates Changelog:

3.2.1 (5/8/18)

  • SSL Encryption 3.0
    • Now requiring minimum of TLS 1.2 connection
    • Native support for PCI DSS 3.2 protocol
    • Multiple SSL connection issues patched on local and external links
  • Bug Fixes
    • Patched critical security issue that could allow rosters to be downloaded without a verified account
    • Fixed issue with mixed content issue on login and redirect pages
    • Fixed issues on resources page delivering certain links to self-certified SSL websites

3.2.0 (5/1/18)

  • Page Updates
    • Added “Inventory” resources sub-page with quartermaster content
    • Added “Inventory” resources sub-page with quartermaster content
    • Migrated Rosters information to new “Rosters” resources page
    • Merged “Scouts” and “Leaders” pages into “Documents” page
    • Updated “Documents” page design and added new quick-link navigation pills
    • Renamed “Private Resources” page in “Social” to Emails, removed roster content
    • Renamed new “Troop” page from “Social” for simplification
  • SSL Encryption 2.1
    • Enabled support for the newest TLS 1.3 protocol
    • Enforced support for the standard TLS protocol
    • Miscellaneous bug fixes and improvements to SSL connection
  • SEO 2.3
    • Added new page to sitemap with titles, descriptions, and tags
    • Adjustments to multiple pages data, analytics, and integration
    • Multiple bug fixes and minor improvements
  • General Changes
    • Added new global webpage navigation feature for related pages/posts/events
    • Added ability to return more webpages for a search result, category, and more
    • Added webpage category post meta to see and navigate to category pages
    • Added new thumbnail-based banner for news posts to appear above the title
    • Added and implemented new user categories for content-based restrictions
    • Added additional documentation to resources pages
    • Added an optimized search results for all relevant searches
    • Added “Inventory” page SEO settings via SEO update
    • Updated all other page changes to new SEO settings via SEO update
    • Updated all pages to new, faster, URL framework
    • Updated all changed pages with new breadcrumbs and icons
    • Tweaked mobile menu to show all pages in a large list
    • Tweaked maximum homepage and search result thumbnail boxes to nine
    • Removed sorting my year feature on media pages as it didn’t function properly
    • Removed “What’s New” and “Past Versions” pages from search

 

troopOS 3.1

Last updated 3/27/18

Update 3.1:  This update serves namely as an essential dot update to improve, tweak, and optimize features from the major TroopOS 3.0 update. Notable changes include a new backend security infrastructure, optimized social feature for members, mobile and high-resolution device improvements, and many more.

 

Full Updates Changelog:

3.1.1 (3/27/18)

  • General Changes
    • Updated miscellaneous features to members across the website
    • Updated Page management system for enhanced protection
    • Updated Page content management system for streamlined performance
    • Updated global social CSS to avoid mobile rule conflicts
    • Simplified dashboard meta items for administrators
    • Removed group search function because it wasn’t helpful
    • Removed activity time discussion function because it wasn’t helpful
    • Removed group admins function because it wasn’t helpful
    • Removed public messaging function because it wasn’t helpful
    • Removed activity tab filter function because it wasn’t helpful
  • Bug Fixes
    • Fixed security issue showing restricted pages to logged out users
    • Fixed footer issue not displaying TroopOS version or contact information
    • Fixed issue causing odd formatting issues for tabled in desktop orientation
    • Fixed issue where Scoutmasters category would not be clickable in “History” page
    • Fixed long-time navigation pills issue on “Activity” page under Troop Social
    • Fixed menu navigation issue showing mobile menu on desktop and desktop on mobile

3.1.0 (3/3/18)

  • Page Framework 6.0
    • New multi-layer column layout for all devices
    • Improved navigation item interface and consistence
    • Multiple improvements to code format and implementation
  • Firewall 2.0
    • Updated global scan optimization to check for malicious files
    • Updated global website firewall settings to prevent DDoS and other attacks
    • Improved scan and firewall dynamic updates as new rules are adopted
  • Social 3.0
    • Added new notifications settings for all users
    • Simplified navigation tabs for all social pages
    • Multiple bug fixes and stability improvements
  • SEO 2.2
    • Added new pages to sitemap with titles, descriptions, and tags
    • Adjusted analytics integration settings
    • Minor bug fixes and improvements
  • General Changes
    • Added new Contact sub-pages to sitemap via SEO update
    • Added new Event Calendar sub-page to sitemap via SEO update
    • Added new Library sub-page to sitemap via SEO update
    • Added backend improvements to editing modules
    • Added BIGGER AND BETTER troop logo text
    • Added new icon to “Social” menu item to make it more differentiable
    • Added direct “Log In” menu item for users who are not logged in
    • Added direct “Register” menu item for users who are not logged in
    • Added image compression on upload to optimize media loading times
    • Added new logged in and logged out messages to relevant content
    • Added more efficient single event page formatting on all devices
    • Re-enabled the hover effect on the menu with bug fix via CDN update
    • Removed “Featured Events” pane because it wasn’t helpful
    • Removed RSS feed button in “Activity” page because it wasn’t helpful
    • Removed list sorting feature on all social pages because it wasn’t used
    • Removed “Get a Better Browser” applet for speed improvements
    • Removed retina device support for @2x images
  • Bug Fixes
    • Fixed Google Analytics integration errors via SEO update
    • Fixed “Contact Scoutmaster” form email issue
    • Fixed issue where Rocket Loader caused menu issues on non-Webkit browsers
    • Fixed search for members/groups not clickable in Social update
    • Fixed issue causing multiple 404 errors for retina devices

 

troopOS 3.0

Last updated 2/1/18

Update 3.0:  This update serves to re-modernize with a new flatter and simpler design, while also enhancing content for near all device orientations, and support page framework features like bootstrap or high resolution devices for years to come. Additionally, it includes new pages to contact the scoutmaster, webmasters, librarian, submit service hours, submit an event request, view the calendar of events, and to see our troop library inventory.

 

Full Updates Changelog:

3.0.1 (2/1/17)

  • CDN 3.2
    • Removed Jetpack plugin and photon CDN
    • Removed unnecessary scripts, cookies, and caches
    • Miscellaneous bug fixes to delivery of theme resources
  • Bug Fixes
    • Fixed prolonged issue not allowing sort by year navigation on media pages
    • Fixed header navigation issue where items would not work on hover via CDN update
    • Fixed issue where menu would auto-open and not close on mobile devices via CDN update
    • Fixed missing font awesome CSS issue globally throughout the website via CDN update
    • Fixed issue where back to top button would not appear on desktop devices
    • Fixed issue causing some events to have the same related event suggestion

3.0.0 (1/1/18)

  • Theme 3.0 & Page Framework 5.0
    • Redesigned the theme to a more modern flat and simple design
    • Redesigned the mobile theme with a manageable menu and enhancements
    • Optimized theme to support frameworks a decade into the future
  • Page Updates
    • Added “Contact Scoutmaster” contact sub-page to directly contact our scoutmaster
    • Added “Contact Webmasters” contact sub-page to directly contact our webmasters
    • Added “Contact Librarian” contact sub-page to directly contact our troop librarian
    • Added “Service Hours Form” contact sub-page to directly submit your service hours to our chair
    • Added “Event Calendar” events sub-page to see events in a calendar form via Events Manager update
    • Added “Event Submission Form” contact sub-page to request events to add via Events Manager update
    • Added “Library” resources sub-page to view the inventory of our troop library
  • Events Manager 3.0
    • Added Event Calendar to quickly see all upcoming events
    • Added Event Request Form for all user event requests
    • Multiple new minor features such as enhanced emails and UI improvements
  • Social 2.0
    • Redesigned Social UI to be more modern, simple, and functional
    • Many bug fixes to the display of content for mobile devices
    • Tweaks to optimize Social performance and loading speed
  • General Changes
    • Support for Bootstrap 4 universal page framework via Theme and Page Framework updates
    • Support for WordPress 4.9 and its new features via Theme and Page Framework updates
    • Added new loading animations and streamline loading experience via Theme and Page Framework updates
    • Added new homepage slider with enhancements to mobile touch functionality via Theme and Page Framework updates
    • Added new image light boxes on all PNG and JPEG images
    • Added new Events Management bookings emails to provide more information and add to calendar links via Page Framework update
    • Added feature for contact forms to automatically fill in your account name and email
    • Added global website search functionality for mobile devices
    • Added new compressed/expandable menu for mobile devices
    • Improved dynamic loading of contents items upon initial page load
    • Improved Events Management mobile theme via Events Manager update
    • Improved search functionality and discovery through the site
    • Improved size of clickable elements for mobile devices via Theme and Page Framework updates
    • Improved simplicity and functionality of the implementation of code for all events pages
    • Improved automatic emails of contact emails to our chairs with new information and a universal format
    • Integrated Events Manager, Page Framework, and Theme updates
    • Updated select page content and added new information
    • Updated Events management documentation to the website’s changes via Events Manager update
    • Locked profile information when booking to enforce separate accounts via Events Manager update
    • Removed Legacy Events and Calendar pages and quicklinks from the website
    • Removed “Midway” option from Events pages to add later to the menu when the midway nears
    • Removed groups and members search functionality for mobile devices
  • GM Bug Fixes
    • Fixed issue where Events Submission Form did not have any bot protections
    • Fixed issue where booking confirmation emails would not include calendar link
    • Fixed issue causing event categories to display in a wild manner
    • Fixed issue causing event calendar days to display in a wild manner
    • Fixed issue where filling out the Service Hours form would not send us your information
    • Fixed issue where payment button would not have a gray box outline for paid events
    • Fixed issue where them header would not display properly on mobile devices
    • Fixed database syncing issue with contact form requests
    • Fixed multiple email issues where the information automatically sent would not be displayed correctly
    • Fixed theme issue where nav-pills would format poorly when active or hovered
    • Fixed theme issue where homepage slider buttons would not appear on mobile devices
    • Fixed theme issue where menu on mobile devices would collapse when scrolled to the bottom
    • Fixed theme issue where images such as icons or profile images would hesitate on the new theme
    • Fixed theme issue where contact us icons and locations would be formatted poorly
    • Fixed multiple theme issues on single events pages with many content improvements
    • Fixed miscellaneous theme issues with multiple theme update patches
    • Fixed combined CSS and JS issue where legacy Windows computers have problems displaying fonts

 

troopOS 2.5.0

Last updated 10/31/17

Update 2.5:  A major update to change the troops communication between scouts, parents, and patrols. This update adds group posting, private messaging, an activity stream, and much more valuable tools for all members of our troops to use.

 

Full Updates Changelog:

2.5.2 (10/31/17)

  • Social 1.1
    • Enhanced file uploader to be more robust for users
    • Improvements to UI and orientations tweaks
    • Multiple bug fixes and user improvements
  • General Changes
    • Added “Log In” and “Register” items to menu bar when a user is not logged in via Social update
    • Added “Activity,” “Groups,” “Members,” and “Private Resources” items to menu bar when a user is logged in via Social update
  • Bug Fixes
    • Fixed issue where profile name would be barely visible via Social update
    • Fixed social UI orientation issues on mobile devices via Social update
    • Fixed caching issue where shown elements would conflict with older types

2.5.1 (10/17/17)

  • Firewall 1.8
    • Modified human/bot 404 error page rules
    • Integration with Social feature/system in the website
    • Fixed multiple traffic and reliability issues
  • SEO 2.1
    • Added new “Social” page and sub-pages to sitemap
    • Added all taxonomy categories for easy sitemap indexing
    • Multiple bug fixes and performance enhancements
  • CDN 3.1
    • Enabled inline CSS in the header and footer for speed improvements
    • Enabled defer parsing of JS files globally (minus the jQuery library) for speed improvements
    • Integration with Social feature/system in the website

2.5.0 (10/10/17)

  • Social 1.0
    • Introducing a miniature social network for scouts and parents to communicate
    • Some features include troop-wide activity feed, peer to peer communication, and patrol-specific chat
    • Loads of enhancements to profiles and signup forms waiting to be explored!
  • General Changes
    • Added “Activity” page/feed for people to see and post member activity
    • Added “Groups” page for patrols to make a group and communicate through it
    • Added “Members” page for members to find and communicate to one another
    • Added private messaging feature for peer to peer communication
    • Added customizable user profile images and banners to the website
    • Added notifications to all accounts for private messaging, group chats, and more
    • Enabled proper image resolution support for retina devices with thumbnail regeneration
    • Integration with Events Manager for activity stream
    • Integration with WordPress accounts system for name and username information
    • Updated user signup form to allow the creation of a password and name when making an account
  • Bug Fixes
    • Patched multiple display issues with the Social page with custom CSS tweaks

 

troopOS 2.4.0

Last updated 10/9/17

Update 2.4:  This update serves as a behind the scenes and under the hood overhaul to multiple features of the website. Expect faster loading times for slower devices, the newest encryption standards for security, updated Events UI, and automated backups to save all information on the site regularly.

 

Full Updates Changelog:

2.4.1 (10/9/17)

  • Backups 2.0
    • Updated the frequency of backups to daily with multiple remote backups
    • Integration with upcoming Social feature/system in the website
    • Miscellaneous bug fixes and tweaks to the backup process
  • General Changes
    • Updated location pages to come after the “/events” sub-page
    • Added horizontal lines around navigation pills to emphasize their use on all pages
    • Added new “Patrol” option when signing up for events
    • Removed additional horizontal line in Event Category single pages
  • Bug Fixes
    • Fixed issue where the site favicon would display differently on different pages
    • Fixed issue where an account’s Patrol name would not be automatically filled in when signing up for an event

2.4.0 (10/3/17)

  • CDN 3.0
    • Drastically improved load time for all pages with processing and merging of HTML, CSS, and JS files
    • Enhanced integration with CloudFlare code minification, AMP, and better performance with merged files
    • Multiple bug fixes and adjustments to ensure all code is optimized to work with this update
  • SSL Encryption 2.0
    • Enabled IPv6 compatibility and “Always Use HTTPS” to ensure the safest and fastest content delivery
    • Integration with upcoming Social feature/system in the website
    • Support for TLS 1.3+0RTT and HTTP/2 + SPDY to meet the latest encryption and traffic standards
  • Events Manager 2.1
    • Minor changes and improvements to the general UI and mobile orientation fixes
    • Integration with upcoming Social feature/system in the website
    • Multiple bug fixes in content formatting to the single events pages
  • General Changes
    • Added requirement to sign in to view the event administrator Contact Information via Events Manager update
    • Added requirement to sign in to view all scouts name in the attendees list via Events Manager update
    • Added horizontal line to separate event information and the event signup form via Events Manager update
    • Adjusted Location Map/Address to be underneath contact info on mobile devices via Events Manager update
    • Ensured SSL Encryption when used with Events Manager via SSL Encryption update
    • Ensured SEO Encryption and all traffic requests via SSL Encryption update
    • Miscellaneous tweaks to secure requests through AJAX requests via SSL Encryption update
    • Updated page rules to incorporate “Always Use HTTPS” for all pages via SSL Encryption update
    • Tweaks to SSL Insecure content and server performance via SSL Encryption update
    • Removed multiple unnecessary Dashboard menu items for user simplification
    • Removed multiple unnecessary page/post/events meta boxes for user simplification
    • Removed multiple unnecessary Events Manager options for user simplification
    • Removed “Legacy Events” item from the website menu bar
    • Removed double bookings feature, in favor to adding multiple guests with forms via Events Manager update
  • Bug Fixes
    • Fixed issue where Attendees would either appear publicly or not at all on single events pages via Events Manager update
    • Fixed issue where accessing an event contact contact email would not work properly via Events Manager update
    • Fixed issue where event map would display halfway down the page on single event pages via Events Manager update
    • Fixed issue where mixed content could be displayed on Events Manager pages via SSL Encryption and Events Manager updates

 

troopOS 2.3.0

Last updated 10/1/17

Update 2.3:  This update has reworked the new Events system and Page Framework to truly modernize all devices to the website and maximize the content viewable on each device.

 

Full Updates Changelog:

2.3.2 (10/1/17) *hotfix update

  • Bug Fixes
    • Patched issue causing the website to experience a 15 hour outage from October 1st at 1:15AM to 4:30PM

2.3.1 (9/19/17)

  • Firewall 1.7
    • Modified login attempt and forgot password rules to accommodate some forgetful users
    • Improved file scanning, memory utilization, and other performance enhancements
    • Updated firewall to address new threats and compromising cyber attacks
  • General Changes
    • Added official Safari 11 with the official release of iOS 11
    • Added Legacy Events and Legacy Calendar pages to have selective access to the old events system
    • Replaced “Midway” quick link in footer with “Legacy Events”
  • Bug Fixes
    • Fixed various IP assignment and protection issues with Firewall update

2.3.0 (9/9/17)

  • Events Manager 2.0
    • Added multiple navigation options and inputs to Events Manager
    • Modified many user interface options and displayed content
    • Multiple orientation improvements including a more flexible mobile theme
  • Page Framework 4.0
    • Reworked UI for all general website pages and Events Manager pages
    • Maximization of visible content for Desktop and Mobile devices
    • Multiple orientation fixes and patches to unviewable content
  • General Changes
    • Added new “FAQ” page
    • Added “Midway Website” quick link to footer
    • Added Event available and total spaces view to events list via Events Manager update
    • Added Contact Info for the event administrator of each event via Events Manager update
    • Added Attendees List to list all the names of people attending events via Events Manager update
    • Added a quick link and icon to add the event to your local calendar via Events Manager update
    • Added Email reminder when your booking is one day away via Events Manager update
    • Updated Events Manager general UI to be more optimized for Desktop and Mobile devices via Events Manager update
    • Updated Events Manager help PDFs and information in the footer bubble via Events Manager update
    • Updated “Contact Us” page with Google Maps embeds and address/email quick links
    • Modified search button color in event pages with Events Manager update via Events Manager update
    • Removed Company and Fax from User Input options in the profile and events manager fields via Events Manager update
    • Removed event address on events list for mobile devices via Events Manager update
    • Replaced “Members” bubble on the homepage with “FAQ”
  • Bug Fixes
    • Fixed bug where event administrator would not be notified of a user comment in a booking via Events Manager update
    • Fixed multiple orientation issues with custom CSS code and HTML reformatting via Page Framework update
    • Fixed issue where the search box in the header would not be formatted correctly on Desktop devices via Page Framework update

Depreciated:

After a long, 15 year, run all access to the Legacy “Old” Website is being depreciated. All legacy pages, for example the old Events Signup page can no longer be accessed with the TroopOS 2.3 update. If there would be any reason you need access to the old contact please contact us so we can help you with your issue. Otherwise, please utilize the amazing new pages, features, and information this update gives you on our modern website.

 

troopOS 2.2.0

Last updated 8/30/17

Update 2.2:  This update has most notably introduced a radically new Events Management system designed to a more advanced, customizable, and functional system to manage all of our outings.

 

Full Updates Changelog:

2.2.1 (8/30/17)

  • Events Manager 1.1
    • Framework enhancements in events manager to be compatible with the latest Page Framework update
    • Minor tweaks to the custom CSS styling throughout the events management system
    • Fixed multiple bugs with a series of content and performance patches
  • General Changes
    • Added new images at higher resolutions on the homepage slider
    • Added PDF information footer for feedback on Events Manager pages via Events Manager update
    • Added tips to all event form options to help with entering the information with Events Manager update
    • Added user contact information for all registered users with a email confirmed in the roster via Events Manager update
    • Temporarily enabled users to edit their profile info through the events management system via Events Manager update
  • Bug Fixes
    • Fixed issue where users could not login through the event pages via Events Manager update
    • Fixed issue where anybody could comment on event pages via Events Manager update
    • Fixed issue where the login on event pages would display poorly on all devices via Events Manager update
    • Fixed issue where select events could not be booked by registered users via Events Manager update
    • Fixed issue allowing users to sign up for events with a blank profile field via Events Manager update
    • Fixed issue not excepting seatbelt “None” as an option via Events Manager update
    • Patched Page Framework compatibility issues with events via Events Manager update
    • Patched SSL issue where events pages with payments would not be fully encrypted via Events Manager update
    • Tweaks to Google Maps integration and implementation of official API key via Events Manager update

2.2.0 (8/27/17)

  • Events Manager 1.0
    • Added a more modernized Events Management system
    • Added direct payment functionality for select events
    • New Tags/Categories organization for events
    • New locations organizer with search functionality for events
    • New current user booking organizer for events
    • Improved Desktop and Mobile Functionality in all aspects
    • Improved interface for users and event organizers
    • Many more new features and tweaks to the entire events system
  • General Changes
    • Added new “Events” page
    • Added new “Categories” sub-page
    • Added new “Locations” sub-page
    • Added new “My Bookings” sub-page
    • Added new “Tags” sub-page
    • Added the newsletter and blog to the homepage
    • Added “Emergency Phone,” “Seatbelts,” and “Medical Form” options to each event
    • Added comments section to each event to directly ask questions to the event administrator
    • Added “Steps to Book and Event” and “Guide to Events Manager” documentation
    • Added “10 Steps to Create an Event” and “Advanced Guide to Events Management” documentation
    • Added navigation tabs to “Events” page and sub-pages with Events Manager update
    • Modified navigation tabs to bubbles
    • Modified site favicon to have a white background with enhanced cropping
    • Removed “Payments” option and credit card icon from the menu bar, header, and footer
  • Bug Fixes
    • Fixed issue where Events Manager CSS and JS files would slow down other pages
    • Fixed miscellaneous performance issues with Events Manager

 

troopOS 2.1.0

Last updated 8/21/17

Update 2.1: This update has most notably introduced a more modern and functional mobile theme with many content enhancements and speed improvements, while also enhancing it for search engines like Bing, Yahoo, and Google.

 

Full Updates Changelog:

2.1.3 (8/21/17)

  • SEO 2.0
    • Added tags for better search indexing to all public pages
    • Improvements to RAM usage and server performance
    • Tweaks to Google Analytics configuration and implementation
  • CDN 2.2
    • Speed improvements with plugin optimization
    • Page size improvements with the removal of excess files
    • Tweaks to server bandwidth and memory consumption
  • General Changes
    • Changed “News” homepage slider to “Resources”
    • Removed image lightbox files via CDN update
    • Removed “News” page and all sub-pages from SEO and sitemap via SEO update
    • Tweaked active and inactive plugins via CDN update
  • Bug Fixes
    • Fixed issue where our site and analytics were improperly integrated via SEO update
    • Fixed issue causing SEO to drastically slow the website down via SEO update
    • Fixed some minor issues with server performance via CDN update

2.1.2 (8/14/17)

  • Page Framework 3.1
    • Redesigned universal page framework for simpler user navigation
    • Patched to display formatting issues for Desktop and Mobile devices
    • Other UI changes and improvements to user experience
  • General Changes
    • Added the “Meetings” page with information on what days and where we meet as a troop
    • Added new homepage design to be more simple with a news interface via Page Framework update
    • Added 2017 images and media from the summer camp
    • Updated the “About” page with some more troop information via Page Framework update
    • Tweaks to lazyload and over all page speed performance
    • Tweaks to the media pages UI
    • Removed all social icons from the header and footer of the site
    • Removed user generated icons to slightly improve performance
  • Bug Fixes
    • Fixed multiple device formatting issues with Page Framework update
    • Fixed many minor server consumption and performance issues

2.1.1 (7/24/17) *Re-release of 2.1.1

  • Firewall 1.6
    • Modified bot and human rate limiting, including blocking and throttling
    • Tweaks to reCAPCHA integration on contact form and bot detection
    • Miscellaneous improvements and changes with rules throughout the site
  • General Changes
    • Changed contact form from jetpack to contact form 7
    • Added reCAPTCHA to contact form via Firewall update
    • Tweaks to Challenge Passage frequency form via Firewall update
    • Removed AMP integration due to lack of features with TroopOS via CDN update
    • Optimizations to plugins, RAM consumption, and server performance via CDN update

2.1.0 (7/1/17)

  • Page Framework 3.0
    • More touch friendly and modern design with multiple navigation improvements
    • Enabled smooth scrolling and changed nav-tabs to nav-pills and more touch friendly icon usage
    • Changed website-wide font from “Courier New” to both “Cantarell” for a modern appeal
  • CDN 2.0
    • Improved server performance with offloaded content to CSN JS and Google Libraries
    • Full integration with the new Cloudflare apps platform
    • Minor patches and memory consumption fixes to improve overall website performance
  • General Changes
    • Added icon quick links to the “Resources” and “Media” pages with Page Framework update
    • Added quick links to all “Events” sub-pages to “Event Signup,” “Event Calendar,” and “Midway”
    • Modified Footer Quicklinks to “Legacy Website” and “What’s New”
    • Removed search functionality on mobile devices for better compatibility with Page Framework update
    • Removed site description “Since 1960…” on mobile devices for better compatibility with Page Framework update
    • Removed search widget for faster render performance with Page Framework

 

troopOS 2.0.26

Last updated 5/17/17

Overview: After 14 years, we have finally released a new theme and added additional features to modernize the website. Troop Online Services (TroopOS) is the new series of updates set to further modernize troop325.com for mobile devices and desktops alike to function faster, look better, and be more secure for every user to experience.

 

Full Updates Changelog:

2.0.26 (5/17/17)

  • Firewall 1.5
    • Upgraded firewall protection and functionality
    • Altered malware and scanning detection
    • Improved memory usage when idle and during website scan
  • General Changes
    • Changed “News” home content bubble to “Members”
    • Updated WordPress core to address venerabilities
  • Bug Fixes
    • Fixed miscellaneous security issues via Firewall and WordPress updates

2.0.25 (4/16/17)

  • General Changes
    • Theme update with miscellaneous bug fixes and stability improvements
    • Removed “News” and “Subscribe” options from the menu bar
  • Bug Fixes
    • Patched critical bug restricting public page access exclusively to signed in members
    • Fixed issue allowing any user to download the roster sheet with the direct link
    • Fixed SEO connection issues with the WordPress database
    • Fixed miscellaneous theme formatting issues with theme update

2.0.24 (3/13/17)

  • General Changes
    • Improved mobile theme speed with theme update
  • Bug Fixes
    • Re-enabled lazyload functionality for iframe and images
    • Fixed lazyload conflict issues with press customizr theme
    • Fixed minor formatting issues on mobile devices with theme update

2.0.23 (2/15/17)

  • Firewall 1.4
    • Replaced Google reCAPTCHA on login page to a Cloudflare browser integrity check
    • Updated scanning behavior and stabilization settings
    • Miscellaneous server memory and performance enhancements

2.0.22 (1/25/17)

  • CDN 1.3
    • Enabled Accelerated Mobile Links (AMP) page rendering protocol for better mobile opimization
    • Major across the board speed improvements with improvements with lazyload and photon
    • Refinement to Cloudflare connectivity with miscellaneous fixes including by removing HTML caching
  • Bug Fixes
    • Fixed issue not displaying new website content with CDN update

2.0.21 (1/20/17)

  • General Changes
    • Improved mobile theme navigation experience via theme update
    • Improvements to SEO functionality and protection via plugin update
    • Orientation fixes and tweaks for mobile theme
  • Bug Fixes
    • Minor tweaks in theme update

2.0.20 (1/3/17)

  • Automated Backup 1.0
    • New automatic monthly backup system and optimization
    • All content sent to remote storage location
    • Saves Plugins, Themes, Database, and other files
  • General Changes
    • Added RSS feed, contact email, and Facebook group to header
    • Fixed additional iframe embeds

2.0.19 (12/28/16)

  • General Changes
    • Added new “Home” page icon in the menu
    • Added new search functionality and expandable icon in the header
    • Enabled grid layout for blog pages and search
    • Removed recent posts widget from footer

2.0.18 (12/26/16)

  • Firewall 1.4
    • Now scan files in legacy domain
    • Scans plugins and themes
    • Minor fixes and improvements
  • Bug Fixes
    • Fixed iframe issue causing scrolling errors on embeds
    • Fixed iframe black embed border on “Events” pages

2.0.17 (12/20/16)

  • General Changes
    • Changed “Midway” tab to direct to midway website
    • Removed WordPress default “Midway” landing page
    • Changed default CAPTCHA to reCAPTCHA
    • Various speed and performance improvements

2.0.16 (12/18/16)

  • CDN 1.3
    • HTML content caching
    • Speed and rendering improvements
    • Supports more slow devices
  • General Changes
    • Additional performance boosts with Jetpack optimization
    • Removed “Related Posts” item under the blog

2.0.15 (12/12/16)

  • SSL Encryption 1.3
    • Reliance on Cloudflare SSL optimization
    • Fully utilizing opportunistic encryption
    • Ensured compatibility with TLS 1.3 and HTTPS Rewrites
  • Bug Fixes
    • Patched critical Rest API issue causing venerabilities

2.0.14 (12/9/16)

  • General Changes
    • Updated DNS settings to be hosted through Cloudflare
    • Removed “suggested pages” feature
    • Minor plugin compatibility updates

2.0.13 (12/6/16)

  • WordPress 4.7 Compatibility
    • Enabled all new features in latest WordPress build
    • Small security, compatibility, and performance fixes
  • SSL Encryption 1.2
    • Loosened HTTPS Redirect rules
    • Lessend server stress upon page load
    • Improved page render performance

2.0.12 (12/4/16)

  • General Changes
    • Added “Payments” menu item
    • Temporary Christmas snow Easter egg over the site
    • Removed experimental Lazy-load CAPTCHA feature

2.0.11 (11/23/16)

  • General Changes
    • Improved cloud connectivity via Jetpack plugin update
    • Optimized CSS delivery on Events Manager for specific pages
    • Across the site speed improvements and faster render times

2.0.10 (11/20/16)

  • CDN 1.2
    • Major performance gains on all pages with backend optimization
    • Enabled CDNJS functionality with lazyload for faster page speeds
    • Enabled Google AJAX libraries to minimize server stress
  • Bug Fixes
    • Fixed image resizing issues with Jetpack and Events Manager plugins
  • General Changes
    • Removed (beta) from TroopOS to officially release a strong web experience

2.0.9 (11/19/16)

  • Development
    • Testing new optimization for speed and performance improvements
  • Bug fixes
    • Minor theme update for bug and content fixes

2.0.8 (11/16/16)

  • Development
    • Testing new security measures in the login/register pages
    • Removed CAPTCHA in the login page to test anti-bot protection

2.0.7 (11/13/16)

  • Firewall 1.3
    • Added CAPTCHA to the login page due to high bot traffic
    • Patched bug allowing bots to attempt to DDoS the login page
    • Enabled stricter firewall rules locally and on the CDN
    • Enabled automatic updates for all plugins for safety patches

2.0.6 (11/12/16)

  • Firewall 1.2
    • Added CAPTCHA to the blog posts (unless you are a user)
    • Stricter bot and multi-continental user rules
  • General Changes
    • Speed and performance improvements on all pages
    • Removed sharing feature on blog posts to Facebook, Twitter, etc.
    • Added quick tabs to the “About Us” page and sub-pages

2.0.5 (11/11/16)

  • Firewall 1.1
    • Added CAPTCHA to the register and forgot password pages
  • General Changes
    • Removed spam bot users that were registered to the site
  • Bug Fixes
    • Fixed issue not displaying logo on login/register page
    • Fixed issue allowing bots to register to the website

2.0.4 (11/10/16)

  • General Changes
    • Performance gains on all pages with optimized content
    • Added updated 2016 troop images
    • Improved search functionality and page sources
    • Separated “Resources” tabs into separated pages
  • Bug Fixes
    • Fixed backend and fronted memory issues
    • Fixed issue causing not all new members to receive emails?

2.0.3 (11/7/16)

  • SEO 1.1
    • Added SEO titles and descriptions for the new pages
  • General Changes
    • Added sharing feature on blog posts to Facebook, Twitter, etc.
    • Added recent post feature for future blog posts
    • Enabled publicize feature to automatically post to Facebook
    • Enabled enhanced distribution through WordPress.com
    • Removed legacy website and pages from SEO sitemap
  • Content Updates
    • Updated “Members” page with a new Rosters tab and pdf embed

2.0.2 (11/7/16)

  • CDN 1.1
    • Enabled Photon image CDN to deliver pages more quickly
  • General Changes
    • Added “Event Calendar” page to incorporate legacy events
    • Added “Subscribe” page to receive emails on the blog posts
    • Added “Videos” page and 2010 NASA video
    • Re-organized main menu into new sub-items
    • Improved PageSpeed and YSlow scores throughout the website
  • Bug Fixes
    • Fixed issue where “Photos” pages would not show the “Videos” tab

2.0.1 (11/6/16)

  • Page Framework 2.0
    • Added all missing pages from the old website to the new one via iframe
    • Added translucent header and smooth menu scrolling on mobile devices
  • SSL Encryption 1.1
    • Enabled HSTS and other associated features to ensure SSL connections
  • Bug Fixes
    • Fixed display issues on the “Eagles” tab in the “History” page
    • Fixed issue blocking users who navigated through content too quickly
    • Fixed issue where Cloudflare would not enable all code minification
    • Fixed issue where new users were not redirected to the “Members” page
    • Fixed issue where all new users redirected to the admin panel
    • Fixed issue where iframe embeds of legacy website had a 404 error
    • Fixed issue where search engines could not index the site properly
    • Fixed issue where the “Contact Us” form would not send emails

2.0.0 (11/6/16)

 

Depreciated:

  • Small outdated pages from the legacy website