Project: Argonath Network - Community Needed!

[Teddy]

We won't be going into much details about this platform however, we will say we are looking for an extra (or two) PHP developers and beta testers for a new platform.

Please ensure you meet the requirements before applying. All applications which meet the requirements will be considered.


Requirements for PHP Developer
* Must know PHP at an at least an intermediate level.
* Must have experience with PHP's PDO MySQL functions.
* Must have an understanding of MVC frameworks.
* Must have an a decent understanding of MySQL and SQL queries.
* Must have ability to write in English and draft documentation for various parts.
* Must have not had a problematic history with Argonath and/or its development teams.
* Must be willing to work in a team.
* Must be able to work under pressure, meet milestones and deadlines.
* Must have at least 2 referenced works as experience. (more the better)

Preferred for PHP Developer
* Knowledge of SMF plug-in authoring and SMF coding structure.
* Knowledge of working with various social-media APIs.
* Experience working with GitHub.
* In-depth understanding of SSL.
* Knowledge of how to create a REST API in PHP.
* Knowledge of CSS/CSS3, HTML/HTML5, JavaScript, jQuery, and AJAX.
* Experience working with Twitter's Bootstrap CSS Framework

Notes for PHP Developer
* This is a volunteer position.
* You will need a GitHub account.
* You will be subject to an non-disclosure agreement.
* You may be given a trial task to demonstrate abilities.

Responsibilities

You will be responsible for:

* Writing the PHP source code for Argonath Network.
* Reviewing other developers source for code-efficiency, and security risks. (peer-reviewing)
* Developing new ideas and concepts that can later be introduced.
* Working with development teams to prepare integration.


Requirements for Tester
* Active in the community.
* Ability to communicate effectively using English.
* Ability to demonstrate initiative.


A short description:

The Global Account system, currently codenamed ArgoID (Argonath ID services) and ArgoNET (Argonath Network) is a centralized login platform aimed for release in early 2014. It'll feature ArgoNET and ArgoNET api providing a main panel for controlling accounts, and distributing secure communication between various Argonath sites and forums.

The Argonath Network system is more than a simple panel, or typical API. It is a robust platform designed to be scaled up for further projects as well as a framework for many third-party development tasks. User privacy and security is at the center of its functionality, written using the latest industry standards and techniques.

We will eventually give more details about the system, its purpose sometime early next year. Currently the full details are restricted to server developers, managers and Argonath HQ members. We will not answer or discuss features, intent, or any other details of this project here. This is only inquiry for help to finish the project.


Apply for developer:
Please send a forum PM with the following:

The server you play most, your positions in Argonath, a scale of 1/10 your ability in PHP, MySQL, and knowledge of MVC layout, 2 projects you've worked on (links are fine), 2 players you consider your best friends in Argonath, and lastly without any minimum wording: why you think you are suitable for this position (try to include why you standout above anyone else, your history as a developer, your history in the community). Also include any other preferred requirements which apply to you.

use subject line [App] (your name) - developer


Apply for tester:
Please send a forum PM with the following:
Server you play most, games you have which have an Argonath server (gta sa, gta vc, gta iv, etc), when you joined Argonath (and on what server).

Use subject line [App] (your name) - tester


We will try to get back to you within 2 days of your PM.

Contacts
[WS]Teddy - Lead Developer (Developer Applications)
[Rstar]Tai - Project Coordinator
SugarD - Coordinator (Beta Tester Applications)

[Bruce.]

I sincerely wish to give my  help in PHP, but the problem is that i just started learning PHP in school and don't know to much for now, maybe later when i get a bit experienced i will try to contact again, meanwhile i can handle a Tester position.

EDIT: Question, should i put my RL name or IG name at the Tester app?

[Teddy]

The in-game name of the server you play most please.

[Conroy]

msg me if you can't find anyone else

[Marcel]

I'll be on skype shortly Teddy, let's talk about this.

[Patton]

Do you indent your code with tabs or with spaces? This is a very important detail for me to consider applying.

[SugarD]

Do you indent your code with tabs or with spaces? This is a very important detail for me to consider applying.

I can't speak for them personally, as I haven't had time to review the code recently...but I'm sure if there is an issue with formatting, it can be discussed and changed, if need be.

msg me if you can't find anyone else

All of Argo's Developers are welcome to join in. Feel free to assist if you're interested, man.

[Axison]

I don't have much knowledge of PHP but I am great with CSS/HTML

[Teddy]

Do you indent your code with tabs or with spaces? This is a very important detail for me to consider applying.

Tabs

[Ben.]

The only people who use spaces are those who do not yet understand how much more epic tab is 

[Patton]

The only people who use spaces are those who do not yet understand how much more epic tab is 

IMO the only acceptable situations for using spaces as indentation are Lisp(s) and TeX.

[Julio.]

Space is too small an indent really, most IDEs are set to default a four space indent upon entry of curly braces anyway, same as tab I believe.

I'm more of an MVC kinda man.

[Marcel]

IMO the only acceptable situations for using spaces as indentation are Lisp(s) and TeX.

Agreed, however most stuff you need to do with lisp can be done with any other modern language.

[Teddy]

With the exception of tabs vrs spaces and header comment styles; we follow the PHP standard http://pear.php.net/manual/en/standards.php. At least, I do when working on the API. The front-end is a little choppy and will need code cleaning and commenting before we move into the next stage.

Axis, send me a PM anyways. We will need someone to make the API documentation which will be using HTML; you won't get access to the main source but I'll set the docs up with dropbox.

I'll also leak a little more details about the project from a planned announcement in the future; the idea for doing this is to collect some more interest from our community members in testing/developing.

We are glad to introduce a new platform specifically designed and engineered for ArgonathRPG. Argonath ID Service, for short "ArgoID" is a single user-name and password which will be a central login to work on various game servers and forum accounts. Much like a Google Account gives you access to Gmail, YouTube, Google Docs and all other Google services. Gandalf has confirmed every game server with the ability of supporting this system will carry implementation. We have developed a custom modification for SMF to allow its integration over a secure connection. Forums will be utilizing this technology sooner than game servers.

The idea of a single login for multiple servers and services is obviously one of grave concern for security. This project has been in the works for a few years now. In this period extensive trials have been conducted, and research over periods of months to develop a system that is both efficient and secure. We have put user security and user privacy as our number one priority. We are confident in saying we have developed just that.

The tentative time-frame for the release of this platform is early 2014, summer 2014 at the latest. We are currently 70% completed the Argonath Network Management Panel, about 85% completed the Argonath Network API, and about 90% completed the Argonath ID Services database. Prior to release the platform will undergo extensive security testing and usability trials. Currently, the first forum planned to support the implementation is the FBI forums. The first server to get the support has yet to be confirmed.

[SugarD]

For those of you who have contacted me regarding applications, I have seen them and will be processing them shortly. I just haven't had a chance to look at them very well due to work. Please have patience, and I'll be reading them soon.