Consistency in code is very important in my opinion which is why I have been spending the last few weeks developing a brand new theme framework for which all my new themes will be based on. This all started with the work I did on my new theme options pages and has since expanded to an entire foundation for developing new themes. Depending on the type of user you are, you might not even notice a difference, but if you like to dig into the code a little bit, you will find that customizing my themes, or adding new features on this new framework is a walk in the park. Even developing new themes from scratch will take you about half the time. How? With plug and play CSS classes and code snippets, you literally can have a custom theme up and running in minutes.
Video Elements Will be the First
So most of you probably know that I have been working on a new version of my Video Elements theme, and that as usual, it is about a week or two behind schedule. The reason being is that I have been developing Video Elements along side of this new theme framework. With any framework, you will find that you change things over and over again until you get it just the way you want. In my case, I have finally settled on a structure that is simple and flexible. Something I can adapt to any of my current or even new themes. Video Elements is nearly finished, and if all goes well, TV Elements and the long awaited next version of my popular On Demand theme will follow.
Well! Impatiently waiting the new version of video elements. Greetings from italy :)
Soon… I promise :)
Also waiting for video elements…
No doubt it will be a great theme again…
Yes… I am very excited for the new version of Video Elements as well. It has always been one of my favorite themes.
The On demand theme’s new version is comming soon? Really? :)
I will post more details on the On Demand theme soon. Really working hard right now just to get Video Elements out on this new framework.
Jason,
I’ll say this for you.. The buzz for your Video Elements is a marketing coup for you.
Jason – can’t wait to see it! Keep up the good work!!
Thanks… nearly finished.
I love the user functionality you incorporate into all of your themes. Aside from the great design , what I truly admire in all of your themes is the structure . Structure is the fundamental element in any design ; whether it be a Template theme or a house. If the structure is not there , the ‘ house ‘ will cave in . I have fallen in LOVE with the ‘ Seven Five ‘ Theme – I have never seen any other theme built as this theme has been built. At first , a user may perceive it as a simple theme – but to me it’s like an M.C. Escher labyrinth :) it appears to be ‘ simplistic ‘ to the layperson , but for anyone possessing any insight , it is def a complex structure- it beats any grid design out there ! At the present moment, I am pondering purchasing a Premium theme , and ’7-5′ is my first choice ( I have a second also ) but , I may turn around and just purchase both and put an end to my suffering in trying to decide :) I also love the Video Elements as well- exceptional theme ( although I featured the ‘ Cafe Press ‘ & ’7-5′ themes on my blog amongst the ” Exceptional WP Themes ‘ article I did recently . ( not in any particular order ) :))
Wishing you much continued future success within all of your career endeavors .
M.
Mia… Thanks for all your great comments. I really appreciate you taking to time to post how you feel about my work. These types of comments really keep me going full speed ahead. Thanks again…
wooaahh ! I just noticed you have placed the ” Seven-Five ” theme as a free download * ( shocked )- all I can say is : ” we’re not worthy ! we’re not worthy !!! ” and THANK YOU JASON ! you are a King amongst mortal men !:)
No problem… glad you like the theme.
As stated above, the marketing coup is masterful.
I hope the hype can match the product because I’ve put all my eggs into this basket and held off on PHP Motion is hopes of this theme being the great savior.
Richard… If you like my video themes, you will like the new version of Video Elements. That’s all there is to it.
Keep on Jason keep on we are anxiosly waiting for the tv elements too ;)
Do you have a release date for the new platform?
I will be releasing the new Video Elements theme today.
Wowser! you don’t know how much I’ve been waiting for this video elements release! Excellent work. You included the simple drop down comment thing as well which makes it flow a lot better!
Just some initial feedback to help you.
I have tried it in Explorer 7 and Firefox. On some pages the drop down menu seems to go behind the video (firefox) and the thumbnails in the slider gallery (IE 7). This might need checking.
P.s Could you now change my purchase email address (mikkelmastrup@hotmail.com) to this one (I sent you an email about this a few months ago) a.s.a.p
Regards Sven
very strange goings on with the demo.
Thought I would try them at work.
IE7 doesn’t play the instant view video.
Firefox when I click on a video post and it goes to the page it just completely misses out the video section for all the videos.
The rest of the themes are fine just this new one.
I do however live in a strange part of the world which I wouldn’t be suprised if thats the cause, not a bug!
regards
Sven.
Sven… Yeah, I have thoroughly tested the theme in all modern browsers without issue including IE8, Firefox, Safari and Chrome. Still working out a few very minor issues with IE7, but I should have those resolved very soon.
Hi Jason,
Please let me know when u complete the new version of Video Element and Video on Demand.
Thanks,
Video Elements was released yesterday.
I thought you would have checked them all, just thought i’d mention it.
did you change the email so that I can use the support forums to put stuff like this in as I can’t at the moment?
regards
Sven
Please send me an email (jason@press75.com) and we will get that figured out.
Hi Jason,
Have you changed it? I haven’t heard anything.
Regards
Sven
Sven… not sure what you are asking here?
Hello Jason, can you give me a date for the new on demand theme please.
Cause, i’m waiting this version to begin my project.
PS: I have already purchase the on demand theme
Sorry, but I do not have a release date for On Demand at this time.
I am asking about the post above it.
I have been trying to get you to change my email.
It’s not my email, but I had to use it when purchasing.
I have emailed you before. I will do it again.
Regards.
Sven.
Hi Jason,
Love your work. Regarding the ‘Video Elements’ theme: You indicated that you intended to offer up the ability to turn off the pop out video player…I was wondering if there was ETA on this?
Thank You!
Tom
This will be released when I update the theme as soon as I get back from vacation (around 2 to 3 weeks).
Jason
Hey Jason hope you’re vacation is going well! Do you have a date for the new platform to be launched?
Video Elements is built on my new development framework.
Hello guys,
I just wanted to thank you for the great theme you developed. I used it on my website and I think it looks great. Thanks!
Maartje.
Very good to hear. Glad you like the themes.
When can we expect the brand new theme framework? Also will your framework have an API for easily creating custom theme options or is it boil plate code? A friend told me there is some Australian guy who has incorporated AJAX into his framework, will you be doing the same?
Johan
Johan… The new Video Elements theme includes the new theme framework. I will be adding more and more developer friendly features during the next few months.
Go go go :) We waiting new On demand theme ! Thanks you so much Jason!