While we crank away on version 1.4 (scheduled for release next month), I wanted to give a quick update on a couple of the big features we’ve gotten excited about. Probably the most interesting feature of 1.4 will be the dynamic integrated order system. The system we developed will allow admins to create really cool order forms in just a couple of clicks, and you’ll be able to link to these various order forms from any website using a unique URL. You’ll also be able to pass certain additional parameters on to the order form (in much the same way you can with our sample order form in version 1.3 and earlier), such as package ids, terms, coupon codes and things like that. Additionally, the order system supports drop-in form templates (a PHP class that controls certain actions during the order process) — a great feature for developers. Another big change we’ve made in 1.4 is the way in which language is handled. In 1.4 users will be able to select their own language (separate from the default language) as well as receive e-mails from Blesta in that language, a big improvement over 1.3. A couple other resources we’ve developed recently geared more towards custom developers are below. Expect to see updates to these as well in July.

Resources: Language Validator – helps translate files or update custom language among different versions. Template Listing – a complete listing of what template files are associated with which files.