Need help to set up a test site before migrating my forum to NodeBB

[meetdilip]

Some time back @psychobunny posted these screen shots here : https://adminextra.com/threads/about-nodebb.6684/page-2#post-63960

I will be more than happy to have the first and second screen shot themes with a slightly smaller tiles.

[finid]

@meetdilip

The most important thing you want to verify first is whether there's an import script that will handle SMF and MyBB. There's been a discussion about an import script for a popular forum application, but I don't know how far it has progressed. See this discusssion.

[meetdilip]

Ok, I guess there is no importer. Is it possible I just convert techdoodle.in and use only database ?

@planner

I am also open to start techdoodle.in from scratch.

[finid]

@meetdilip

Since the members and posts stats on techdoodle.in is kinda low, starting from scratch might not be such a bad idea. In that case, you can get your new NodeBB-powered techdoodle.in up and running as soon as you are ready.

Btw, you just can convert it and use the same DB because they are not compatible.

You might want to ping the devs to see if they have plans for an importer.

[meetdilip]

@planner

It is ok. I was thinking of revamping the forums since some time. But I have never tried NodeBB. When I started a MyBB forum, I was able to try in on WAMP before taking it to production. Also, it a hobby forum to keep myself updated of tech niche. So I would prefer to go with a free server than paid until I make a decent amount of traffic.

[meetdilip]

Forgot to mention @planner

I already found hosting. I just need to know how to install it. Here is the one

[meetdilip]

Another free Node.js host : AppFog

[julian]

Not sure if AppFog is free anymore? If OpenShift is free, I can take a look at it if I have some free time, if only so I can add a guide to the wiki

[meetdilip]

@julian

Thanks. I guess OpenShift is free. I already registered an account with them. They also support custom domains. I will send you the details.

[meetdilip]

OpenShift pricing details : https://www.openshift.com/products/pricing