PLATINIUM EPG for XMLTV and M3U: Passion, Code, and Community
If you're reading this, you're probably using my work, and for that, I sincerely thank you. I wanted to take a moment to share with you what drives me and how you can be a part of this adventure.
The Passion: Why was PLATINIUM EPG for XMLTV and M3U created?
My journey with PLATINIUM EPG for XMLTV and M3U began with a personal frustration. I needed to integrate a TV program guide into a website, and the existing solutions seemed either outdated, rigid, or unnecessarily complicated. I'm convinced that a powerful technical tool shouldn't have to be ugly or difficult to use.
What motivates me is precisely this challenge: transforming a complex task—like parsing XMLTV files and synchronizing thousands of programs—into a simple, smooth, and visually elegant user experience. Every detail, from the "Glassmorphism" design to the performance of the interactive grid, was conceived to create a tool that I myself would have wanted to find. It's a project born from a passion for clean code and polished design.
How your support can make all the difference
PLATINIUM EPG for XMLTV and M3U is a completely free project, and it will remain so. I spend dozens of hours developing it, testing it, and responding to requests in my free time. Your support, in any form, has a direct and immense impact on the longevity and evolution of the plugin.
Time is the most precious resource. Every financial contribution allows me to justify the time I dedicate to the project. This is time I can allocate to fixing bugs, adding new features you request, and ensuring the plugin remains compatible with future versions of WordPress and PHP.
Tools and resources. Your support helps cover concrete costs: hosting for a demo site, software licenses that facilitate development, or access to premium XMLTV feeds for more thorough testing.
Motivation. Beyond the financial aspect, every donation is a huge sign of appreciation. It's a strong message that tells me, "Your work is useful, keep going!" A simple coffee bought for me can fuel a long night of coding after a full day's work.
Building a connection: more than just a donation
If you're not in a position to contribute financially, there are many other, equally valuable ways to support the project and become part of the community:
Leave a 5-star review. If you like the plugin, taking 30 seconds to leave a positive review on the official WordPress directory is incredibly helpful. It tremendously helps the project's visibility and credibility.
Report bugs. If you find an issue, take the time to describe it precisely on the support forum. A detailed bug report is a gift to a developer.
Suggest improvements. Your ideas are a source of inspiration. What's missing? What feature do you dream of having? Let me know!
Help with translation. The plugin is already available in several languages, but there is always room for improvement or for new languages.
Spread the word. If EPG for XMLTV solved a problem for you, it will likely do the same for others.
PLATINIUM EPG for XMLTV and M3U is more than just a plugin to me; it's a passion project that I want to see grow and evolve. It's an adventure that I'm happy to share with a community of engaged users.
Thank you for being part of this journey.