I have released the new version of Verse-O-Matic, version 3.0.0.

This version looks like the previous version on the output, but the backend of it is very different.  I have totally changed the way that the verses are stored and handled, choosing to use the WordPress database installation instead. This makes it MUCH easier for all users to manage the verses stored in the database.

Not only are the verses stored in the database, but the they are added and edited using the WordPress admin panel.  The settings are managed in the admin panel as well, making it easier to set the toggle for turning off the translation link bar.  Now you don’t have to be a php developer to manage this plugin.  This release takes a huge leap toward what I wanted this to be.

The plugin is available here.

The Verse-O-Matic 3.0 Beta release is currently being tested on this site. The new version is fully compatible with the new WordPress 2.0. The changes were significant and will warranted moving to a new version number.
The new Verse-0-Matic begins to incorporate some of the features I have been wanting to add for some time. The verses are now all stored in the WordPress database. I also added an admin page to add and edit verses. Also in the admin is a feature to leave a verse in the Verse-O-Matic, but turn the display off.

So, I am finishing up beta testing on the site this week and should have the first release of 3.0 out this weekend. I still need to finish up new installation instructions and package the release. In the meantime, here is a screenshot of the new admin:

Following the update of the blog to WordPress 2.0, I have released an upgrade to the Verse-O-Matic Plugin. The new release, Verse-O-Matic 2.1.0, works with WordPress 2.0, 1.5, and should work with 1.2.

This update includes a slightly more versatile alternate translation bar.

I am working on a couple of new features that will be released in version 3:

• Admin panel management
• Database storage instead of txt file
• Addtional variables and toggles (stored in db)

Until then, check back for updates.