ANN: Chisimba-2.1.0 release!

The next release of the Chisimba PHP5 framework is now available (Chisimba-2.1.0). Major enhancements included in this release are: - Numerous enhancements to the database abstraction layer for increased performance - Numerous core bugfixes and enhancements - Patch descriptions added in module catalogue - Layout and skin enhancements - Increased security and RC4 encryption of session data - Complete authentication system overhaul - "Remember me" functionality added - URL rewriting - Remote popularity contest module - Additional filters for rich content - Some installer fixes and, of course, new modules to add onto your installation! Please take a look, download it and give it a test drive! Chisimba, for those that don't know it already, is a PHP5 framework made in Africa, for Africa. It is a collaboration between around 16 African Universities, as well as around 35 active developers from around the continent. It can be downloaded from AVOIR at: http://avoir.uwc.ac.za/ and the documentation can be found at: http://avoir.uwc.ac.za/index.php?module=news&action=viewcategory&id=gen14Srv6Nme27_7167_1219410313 There are server setup instructions, as well as installation walkthroughs available linking from the main AVOIR site: http://avoir.uwc.ac.za/index.php?module=news&action=viewcategory&id=gen14Srv6Nme27_2077_1219410069 For those interested in developing a module, or just getting some additional info please take a look at: http://avoir.uwc.ac.za/index.php?module=news&action=viewcategory&id=gen14Srv6Nme27_6705_1226737050 -- Paul