since long time I am using dolphin 7.4 and the big problem I noticed with my website users is the WALL module, which are so basic and not looks like tweeter or facebook, that means it don't accept mix postes (everything are posted separetly) .

for this I started working on a tweeter wall for dolphin, all files of this module are made already but I got some problems with installation, I would like to find someone to help on the installation and all users here can use the module to give their dolphin or cheetah a new look.

Introduction

The TwitWall module transforms your Boonex Dolphin site into a modern social platform with a wall system similar to Twitter and Facebook. This module replaces Dolphin's default wall system with an intuitive, responsive interface that allows users to publish mixed content including text, images, videos, and links with automatic previews.

Module Objectives

TwitWall was designed to meet the modern needs of social networks by offering a smooth and engaging user experience. The module integrates seamlessly with the Dolphin ecosystem while providing advanced features that rival the most popular social platforms.

Technical Architecture

The module follows Dolphin 7.4.2's modular architecture and uses PHP 7.4 development best practices. It relies on an optimized MySQL database with appropriate indexes to ensure high performance, even with large data volumes.

The user interface uses modern HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript with jQuery to deliver a responsive and interactive experience. The design automatically adapts to different screen sizes, from smartphones to desktop computers.

Features

Core Features

Advanced Publishing System

The heart of TwitWall lies in its sophisticated publishing system, which allows users to create rich, engaging posts. Unlike Dolphin's traditional wall system, TwitWall offers a unified composition interface that handles multiple content types simultaneously.

The floating composition box appears at the bottom of the screen, enabling users to quickly jot down their thoughts without interrupting their browsing. This approach, inspired by best practices from modern social networks, encourages engagement and active user participation.

A real-time character counter helps users stay within length limits while providing clear visual feedback on remaining space. The default 280-character limit can be adjusted based on your community's needs.

Integrated Media Management

TwitWall revolutionizes how users share multimedia content. The drag-and-drop upload system makes it easy to add images and videos directly from the file explorer or via clipboard paste.

Images are automatically resized and optimized for the web, with thumbnail generation for fast display. The system supports up to 4 files per post by default, with an intelligent display grid that adapts to the number of images:

• 1 image: Full-width display with preserved aspect ratio

• 2 images: Balanced 2x1 grid

• 3 images: One large image on the left, two smaller ones on the right

• 4 images: Perfectly balanced 2x2 grid

Videos benefit from a preview system with automatic thumbnail generation and an embedded player. Supported formats include MP4, MOV, AVI, and WebM for maximum compatibility.

Automatic Link Previews

One of TwitWall's most appreciated features is its automatic link preview system. When a user pastes a URL into their post, the system automatically analyzes the target page to extract:

• The page title

• A relevant description

• A preview image (Open Graph or meta tags)

• The domain name for quick identification

This feature turns simple links into rich, attractive cards that encourage clicks and engagement. The system respects Open Graph and Twitter Cards protocols for maximum compatibility with modern websites.

Social Interaction System

TwitWall implements a comprehensive interaction system to boost community engagement:

Likes: Quick reaction system with real-time counters and smooth animations. Users can like and unlike instantly with immediate visual feedback.

Comments: Built-in comment interface with threaded replies, mention support, and automatic notifications. Comments appear directly under each post without page reloads.

Reposts: Sharing feature with an option to add personal commentary. Users can choose between a simple repost or a repost with commentary to add their perspective.

External Sharing: Integration with popular social platforms (Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn) and a link-copy system for easy sharing.

Advanced Features

Granular Visibility System

TwitWall offers three visibility levels for each post:

• Public: Visible to all site visitors

• Friends: Visible only to the author's friends

• Private: Visible only to the author

This system integrates seamlessly with Dolphin's existing friendship system and respects user privacy settings.

Smart Notifications

TwitWall's notification system is designed to maintain engagement without being intrusive:

• Real-time notifications for likes, comments, and reposts

• Configurable email notifications with customizable templates

• Mention system with automatic notifications

• Intelligent aggregation to avoid notification spam

Hashtags and Mentions

TwitWall natively supports hashtags (#) and mentions (@) for better content discoverability:

• Hashtags: Automatically generates clickable links and indexes them for search

• Mentions: Username autocompletion and automatic notifications

• Search: Integration with Dolphin's search system

Moderation and Administration

Administrators have comprehensive tools to manage content:

• Post moderation with statuses (active, pending, hidden, deleted)

• User reporting system

• Bulk moderation tools

• Detailed usage statistics

• Activity logs for auditing

Technical Features

Performance and Optimization

TwitWall is optimized for performance with:

• Lazy Loading: Images and videos load only when needed

• Infinite Pagination: Automatic content loading during scrolling

• Smart Caching: Frequently used queries are cached

• Query Optimization: Optimized database indexes

• Asset Compression: Minified CSS and JavaScript

Responsive Design

The interface adapts perfectly to all devices:

• Mobile First: Designed primarily for mobile devices

• Touch Friendly: Optimized touch zones and buttons

• Adaptive Layout: Adjusts to screen size

• Mobile Performance: Optimized for slow connections

Accessibility

TwitWall complies with web accessibility standards:

• ARIA Labels: Supports screen readers

• Keyboard Navigation: All functions accessible via keyboard

• High Contrast: Supports high-contrast mode

• Alt Text: Automatic descriptions for images

Built-in Security

Security is a priority with:

• Data Validation: All user input is validated

• CSRF Protection: Security tokens for all actions

• Sanitization: Automatic HTML content cleaning

• Secure Uploads: Strict file type validation

• Rate Limiting: Protection against spam and abuse