##Features

* new simpler/faster [note posting form](http://alpha.publiclaboratory.org/post) (view-only)
* vastly improved [advanced search](http://alpha.publiclaboratory.org/search/advanced/curriculum) (usable)
* fast and easy auto-complete search (usable)
* faster, nicer wiki revision interface](http://alpha.publiclaboratory.org/wiki/revisions/plots2)
* revamped integrated [subscriptions interface](http://alpha.publiclaboratory.org/subscriptions) (read-only demo)

##Timeline

**Nov-Dec 2012**

* review of web survey and additional brainstorming & refinement of plan
* build out of read-only site
* variations on sidebar design, different navigation paradigms, advanced search and site-wide look & feel
* archive display and interface design
* pilot log-in system
* spam filtration interface

**Jan-Feb 2013**

* subscription management and test email system
* drag & drop file upload testing
* integration of Google Groups
* commenting tests

**Mar-Apr 2013**

* initial tests of research note and wiki posting
* registration testing
* staged "helpful hints" system
* SpectralWorkbench and MapKnitter integration with post templates
* probable Beta site launch for wider public testing

**Apr-May 2013**

* beta testing, bug fixing, final feature adds
* heavy push for "trying the new version" through alerts on old site
* reviewing feedback and if all goes well, switching over to the new site

Thanks for your patience with the current site and here's looking forward to a newly refreshed PublicLaboratoy.org website!