Evan Solomon

Beau Lebens

<p>BuddyPig is a game meant to help BuddyPress group members get to know each other better.  It was built during a hack day at Automattic.  Since we’re a distributed company, it’s not uncommon to go months without talking to certain colleagues.  We came up with BuddyPig as a fun way to work around that.</p>
<p>PIG, in case you’re curious, is an acronym for Personal Information Game.</p>
<p>To use it you’ll have to write a small plugin to create questions and choose the BuddyPress group you’d like to use.  PIG is very hook-able, so there’s lots of other stuff you can customize if you’re so inclined.  We’ll include an example plugin to setup PIG below.</p>
<p>PIG requires BuddyPress and its Activity Streams feature to be running.  It also requires <strong>PHP 5.3</strong>, which is slightly higher than the default requirement for WordPress.</p>
<h3>Example setup</h3>
<p>You have to tell PIG what profile items to use and how to ask the questions.  We gave you a function called <code>pig_register_question()</code> to do just that.  By default, <code>pig_register_question()</code> takes 2 arguments, the BuddyPress profile field name and a format to use to ask the question.  Here’s an example:</p>
<pre><code>pig_register_question( 'Address', 'Where does %s live?' );
</code></pre>
<p>You’ll notice the <code>%s</code> in the question format, which is where we drop in the user’s name that the question is about.  If you’ve written PHP before, you may recognize this syntax from the <code>sprintf()</code> function, which is what is used behind the scenes.</p>
<p>You’ll also have to tell PIG what BuddyPress group to use, which can be done with <code>pig_set_group()</code> by passing the group’s ID.  Here’s an example:</p>
<pre><code>pig_set_group( 1 );

pig_register_question() can take two additional arguments.  The first one tells PIG whether to make the name possessive when it asks the question.  For example, "Where was Beau born?" would not be possessive, but "Where is Beau's house?" would be.  If you want PIG to make the name possessive, you can add `true` as the third argument, like this:

pig_register_question( 'Address', 'Where is %s house?', true );
</code></pre>
<p>The last optional argument is a callback.  PIG can format answers for you before displaying them.  One use case of this is deduplicating multiple phrases that mean the same thing, like “United States” and “USA”.  If you use this callback, you must also make sure the function exists for PIG to call.  Here’s an example:</p>
<pre><code>pig_register_question( 'Address', 'Where is %s house?', 'a8c_dedupe_countries' );
function a8c_pig_dedupe_countries( $country ) {
    $usa_versions = array( 'US', 'USA', 'United States', 'U.S.A', 'U.S.', 'America', 'United States of America' );
    $uk_versions = array( 'UK', 'U.K.', 'United Kingdom' );
    foreach ( $usa_versions as $usa_version ) {
        if ( strtolower( $country ) == strtolower( $usa_version ) )
            return 'United States';
    }

    foreach ( $uk_versions as $uk_version ) {
        if ( strtolower( $country ) == strtolower( $uk_version ) )
            return 'United Kingdom';
    }

    return $country;
}
</code></pre>
<p>You can put these setup calls into your own plugin and activate it just like any other.  If you insist, you could also put them into your theme’s <code>functions.php</code> file.  To make sure they’re loaded after PIG is setup, you can hook them to the <code>pig_loaded</code> action.</p>


BuddyPig

A quiz game built on BuddyPress that asks you questions about your fellow members. Built for an Automattic hack day.

Kemal YAZICI

<p>The GeeK! Movie & Game Database plugin is a comprehensive tool designed to assist in creating an intricate database encompassing a wide range of entertainment mediums, including TV shows, movies, games, actors, characters, game companies, and gaming platforms, among others. Integrated seamlessly with sites like IMDb and IGDB, this plugin enables you to construct extensive databases, significantly enriching the content of your WordPress site.</p>
<p>This plugin stands out as the most thorough Cinema and Game plugin available to date, offering unparalleled depth and flexibility in managing entertainment-related information. Whether you’re aiming to catalog every detail about your favorite films and games or provide a rich resource for your website visitors, the GeeK! Movie & Game Database plugin is your go-to solution for making your website a prime destination for entertainment enthusiasts.</p>
<p>Our plugin allows you to add comprehensive details about movies and games, making it a versatile tool for any WordPress site focused on entertainment. Some of the features include:<br />
– Easy integration of movie reviews using the <a href="https://geekplug.in/critic/the-timeless-epic-a-review-of-the-lord-of-the-rings-the-fellowship-of-the-ring/" rel="nofollow ugc">movie review plugin for WordPress</a>.<br />
– Ability to create a <a href="https://geekplug.in/movies" rel="nofollow ugc">WordPress movie database</a> and game database with detailed information about each entry.<br />
– Custom post types for movies, games, TV shows, and more, ensuring that your site is well-organized and user-friendly.<br />
– Compatibility with various themes and plugins, including the <a href="https://geekplug.in/movies/" rel="nofollow ugc">WordPress movie theme</a> and <a href="https://geekplug.in/games/" rel="nofollow ugc">games for WordPress</a>.</p>
<h3>DEMO</h3>
<ul>
<li><a href="https://geekplug.in" rel="nofollow ugc">Demo Web Site</a></li>
<li><a href="https://geekplug.in/game/world-of-warcraft/" rel="nofollow ugc">Single Game View Example</a></li>
<li><a href="https://geekplug.in/movie/the-lord-of-the-rings-the-fellowship-of-the-ring/" rel="nofollow ugc">Single Movie View Example</a></li>
<li><a href="https://geekplug.in/tv/dexter/" rel="nofollow ugc">Single TV Show View Example</a></li>
<li><a href="https://geekplug.in/name/ian-mckellen/" rel="nofollow ugc">Single Name View Example</a></li>
<li><a href="https://geekplug.in/character/gandalf/" rel="nofollow ugc">Single Character View Example</a></li>
<li><a href="https://geekplug.in/company/blizzard-entertainment/" rel="nofollow ugc">Single Company View Example</a></li>
<li><a href="https://geekplug.in/movies/?order=desc" rel="nofollow ugc">Movies Page</a></li>
<li><a href="https://geekplug.in/games/?order=desc" rel="nofollow ugc">Games Page</a></li>
<li><a href="https://geekplug.in/tv-shows/?order=desc" rel="nofollow ugc">TV Shows Page</a></li>
<li><a href="https://geekplug.in/names/" rel="nofollow ugc">Names Page</a></li>
<li><a href="https://geekplug.in/characters/" rel="nofollow ugc">Characters Page</a></li>
<li><a href="https://geekplug.in/companies/" rel="nofollow ugc">Companies Page</a></li>
<li><a href="https://geekplug.in/company/blizzard-entertainment/" rel="nofollow ugc">Single Company Page</a></li>
<li><a href="https://geekplug.in/platforms/" rel="nofollow ugc">Platforms Page</a></li>
<li><a href="https://geekplug.in/platform/pc-microsoft-windows/" rel="nofollow ugc">Single Platform Page</a></li>
</ul>
<h3>SNEAK PEEK</h3>
<h3>VERSION 0.75 – NEW UI</h3>
<p><iframe loading="lazy" title="GeeK! - Movie, TV & Game Database - New User Interface" width="750" height="422" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/YYpGRTrCDc8?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe></p>
<h4>0.49.00</h4>
<p><iframe loading="lazy" title="The GeeK! Movie & Game Database plugin is now live!" width="750" height="422" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/nVlwY34qSQ4?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe></p>
<h3>Usage</h3>
<ul>
<li>Add movies and games through the GeeK interface.</li>
<li>Customize templates and settings to match your site.</li>
<li>Engage with your audience through interactive features.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Undocumented Use of 3rd Party Services</h3>
<p>We permit plugins to require the use of 3rd party (i.e. external) services, provided they are properly documented in a clear manner.</p>
<p>Our plugin, GeeK, relies on third-party services under certain circumstances. These services are integral to the functionality and features offered by the plugin. However, we acknowledge the importance of transparency regarding the use of such services.</p>
<h4>Service Details</h4>
<h3>PluginPress.net API Services</h3>
<ul>
<li><strong>Service Purpose:</strong> Our plugin utilizes PluginPress.net API services and connections for specific functionalities (grabbing content data, and connection with plugin.).</li>
<li><strong>Service Link:</strong> <a href="https://pluginpress.net/api/{services}" rel="nofollow ugc">PluginPress.net API Services</a></li>
<li><strong>Service Terms of Conditions:</strong> <a href="https://pluginpress.net/terms-and-conditions" rel="nofollow ugc">PluginPress.net Terms of Service</a></li>
<li><strong>Service Privacy Policy:</strong> <a href="https://pluginpress.net/privacy-policy" rel="nofollow ugc">PluginPress.net Privacy Policy</a></li>
</ul>
<h3>Youtube Video Player Embed</h3>
<ul>
<li><strong>Service Purpose:</strong> Our plugin embeds Youtube videos for multimedia content.</li>
<li><strong>Service Link:</strong> <a href="https://developers.google.com/youtube/" rel="nofollow ugc">Youtube Developer</a></li>
<li><strong>Service Terms of Use:</strong> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/static?template=terms" rel="nofollow ugc">Youtube Terms of Service</a></li>
<li><strong>Service Privacy Policy:</strong> <a href="https://www.google.com/policies/privacy/" rel="nofollow ugc">Youtube Privacy Policy</a></li>
</ul>
<h3>Vimeo Video Player Embed</h3>
<ul>
<li><strong>Service Purpose:</strong> Our plugin embeds Vimeo videos for multimedia content.</li>
<li><strong>Service Link:</strong> <a href="https://developer.vimeo.com/" rel="nofollow ugc">Vimeo Developer</a></li>
<li><strong>Service Terms of Use:</strong> <a href="https://vimeo.com/terms" rel="nofollow ugc">Vimeo Terms of Service</a></li>
<li><strong>Service Privacy Policy:</strong> <a href="https://vimeo.com/privacy" rel="nofollow ugc">Vimeo Privacy Policy</a></li>
</ul>
<h3>Spotify Audio Player Embed</h3>
<ul>
<li><strong>Service Purpose:</strong> Our plugin embeds Spotify audio for multimedia content.</li>
<li><strong>Service Link:</strong> <a href="https://developer.spotify.com/documentation/widgets/" rel="nofollow ugc">Spotify Developer</a></li>
<li><strong>Service Terms of Use:</strong> <a href="https://www.spotify.com/us/legal/end-user-agreement/" rel="nofollow ugc">Spotify Terms of Service</a></li>
<li><strong>Service Privacy Policy:</strong> <a href="https://www.spotify.com/us/legal/privacy-policy/" rel="nofollow ugc">Spotify Privacy Policy</a></li>
</ul>
<h3>Dailymotion Video Player Embed</h3>
<ul>
<li><strong>Service Purpose:</strong> Our plugin embeds Dailymotion videos for multimedia content.</li>
<li><strong>Service Link:</strong> <a href="https://developer.dailymotion.com/player/" rel="nofollow ugc">Dailymotion Developer</a></li>
<li><strong>Service Terms of Use:</strong> <a href="https://www.dailymotion.com/legal/terms" rel="nofollow ugc">Dailymotion Terms of Service</a></li>
<li><strong>Service Privacy Policy:</strong> <a href="https://www.dailymotion.com/legal/privacy" rel="nofollow ugc">Dailymotion Privacy Policy</a></li>
</ul>


GeeK! – Movie & Game Database

The GeeK plugin is a comprehensive tool for WordPress, enabling the creation of detailed movie and game databases.

BuddyPig vs GeeK! – Movie & Game Database