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Changelog
The latest changes, fixes and new features on our e-learning platform.
December 2022
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ImprovementPaginate the list of enrollments for a course
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NewPeriodic course requalifications
Automate the course requalification requirements of your workforce
November 2022
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NewEmail reminders for uncompleted courses
Automatically send emails inviting your users to complete their course!
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FixIncorrect display of date ranges in another time zone
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FixPrevent sending email to deactivated users
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FixPrevent sending multiple emails to users listed multiple times in a batch import
October 2022
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FixPartial filling of stars in user reviews
Partial star coloring when the average score is not a whole number to display one half colored and one half gray.
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ImprovementVisual update of several pages in the application
Various improvements to increase design consistency and standardize the user experience in Didacte.
September 2022
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ImprovementAllow enrollment in a private course within a learning path
Students enrolled in a learning path can now independently enroll in a private course if it is present in the path.
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ImprovementDisplay of all available courses in the course directory
Users can now see in the directory all courses they are enrolled in or can enroll in, including those from a learning path enrollment.
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FixRenewal reminder to Didacte customers on manual billing
Addition of a renewal reminder email for Didacte customers on an annual subscription and whose bill is not paid via Stripe. Customers who pay by credit card already receive this notification.
August 2022
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NewNew enriched editor for text lessons
Replacement of our text editor for a more flexible formatting solution that allows for the integration of iframe content within the text.
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NewIncreased security against fake user accounts on platforms
Implementation of a reCAPTCHA to prevent bots and abuse for all public forms (login, user account creation, etc.).
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NewNew integration section in the advanced configurations
Addition of an "Integrations" section with the list of external apps to which it is possible to connect your Didacte platform.
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ImprovementIncreased security when creating user passwords
The system now prevents users from choosing a password from any known data breach to increase the protection of their data.
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NewAutomatic enrollment to learning paths
Addition of a connector between user groups and published learning paths. This allows you to automatically enroll a user in a path when they are added to a group.
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FixAddition of a user invitation event during batch import
When importing multiple users, events are now triggered and displayed in the recent activity list for each new user invited to the platform.
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NewOnboarding course on new platforms
We have created an onboarding course that is automatically added to the new Didacte platforms to give you sample content. You can also participate as a student to test the full experience.
July 2022
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ImprovementPossibility to activate a plan before the end of the trial period
Trial users can now select their Didacte plan subscription in advance without losing the days remaining in the trial. Thus, the platform remains accessible and administrators do not experience any interruption in the service.
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ImprovementAutomatic sending of a copy of each invoice issued
You can now add an email address in your communication settings, to which you will receive a copy of every invoice issued on the platform.
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ImprovementReorganization of the navigation
Revision of the main menu structure to facilitate navigation in the app and grouping of complementary pages via sub-menus.
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NewCreation of Zapier automation templates
Optimization of our integration with Zapier to facilitate automation between Didacte and other applications.
June 2022
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ImprovementAddition of endpoints to the public API
Improvements to the Didacte API to facilitate the connection with external software.
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ImprovementPagination of coupons and learning paths
Coupon sections are now paginated and sorted from newest to oldest. The learning paths are also paginated, but sorted alphabetically.
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FixRedirection to the login page on private platforms
When a user of an Enterprise platform is not logged in and tries to access it, they are now redirected to the login page.
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ImprovementLink to view the original invoice format
Addition of a button to open in a new tab the invoice in its original layout, as it is sent to the customer.
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NewBill 90 eligibility management
Added an option in the course editor to indicate if it is eligible for Bill 90 as well as a filter in the reports to facilitate data export (available in the Province of Quebec only).
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ImprovementRedesign of the enrollment details page
Addition of a visual progress bar and improvement of the structure and design of the page.
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ImprovementAddition of a link to share a course via the editor
Addition of an option in the course editor to share the link of a published course (also possible for course versions and in-person sessions).
May 2022
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FixFix missing submit button text in checkout form
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FixDisplay attachments in alphanumeric order
Attachments added to a lesson are now sorted and displayed by file name.
April 2022
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ImprovementRequire complete playback of video lessons
It is now possible to require your users to play the full video before they can complete a video lesson.
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FixAddition of a user's creation date in the detailed export
There is now a column indicating when a user was created when exporting the detailed user list.
March 2022
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NewWebinars
The YouTube Live video embedding feature has been replaced with a new webinar module using the same technology as virtual classrooms.
February 2022
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NewDidacte affiliate program
It is now possible to activate your Didacte affiliate account from your platform in order to get a 20% referral bonus for every referred customer.
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New
December 2021
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NewVirtual classroom early access
There is now an option to allow participants to join the virtual classroom before the scheduled start time.
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NewPublic API to manage users
Available on paid plans. Contact us for complete documentation.
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ImprovementMigration of servers to Canada
Didacte now runs on servers located in Canada.
November 2021
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NewMass user imports
Using the supplied XLSX template, invite several new users to your platform in a single operation.
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ImprovementMigration of hosted files to Canada
All static files hosted by Didacte are now on servers located in Canada.
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ImprovementStandardization of typographic styles and forms layout
Improves readability and accessibility throughout the application.
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FixAllow a subscription plan to be archived on the current date
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ImprovementImprove course plan naming
Duplicated training plans are now named according to the associated version or session.
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ImprovementColor palette standardization
Improves contrast and uniformity of the color palette used in the application.
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ImprovementImprove pagination elements
October 2021
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ImprovementCourse review update
A student who left a course review can now update it. Especially useful for students who left a negative review, but where the situation was then rectified by the teacher.
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NewDidacte subscription management portal
All new platforms now have access to a management portal for their Didacte plan. This portal allows you to modify payment information, view invoices and update the plan associated with the platform.
September 2021
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ImprovementClearly identify text fields supporting the Markdown format
An icon as well as a link to the documentation are present above all fields supporting the Markdown format.
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ImprovementImprove onboarding steps for new platforms
Onboarding steps have been revised, both visually and in terms of content, in order to make the initial setup easier for new users.
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ImprovementDisplay all events in a user's detail page
Certain types of events were only displayed in the global activity report. All events are now visible in a user's details page.
August 2021
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ImprovementRestrict coupon's usage to certain user groups
You can now restrict coupon usage to specific user groups. This is a great way to support members versus non-members pricing strategies.
July 2021
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NewCourse reviews
This feature allows you to collect reviews and satisfaction indicators from your students when they complete a course. The average score can also be displayed on the course card and the official description page.
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ImprovementRedesign of the course edit menu
The course edit menu has been redesigned to facilitate access at all times to the main actions.
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FixRestored option to filter a report by a deleted provider
Deleted providers were not visible in the filter options list.
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FixView the original version of an image in a lesson
Clicking on an image in a lesson incorrectly offered to download the image rather than view it in a new tab.
June 2021
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ImprovementIt is now possible to create a Didacte platform in 5 new countries
Added support for platform in the Arab emirates, Hungary, Gibraltar, Liechtenstein and the Philippines
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ImprovementLimit of progress for lessons that have not yet started
It is now impossible for a user to complete a Virtual Classroom or Live video lesson before its scheduled start time.
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ImprovementRedesign of the navigation menu
The application menu has been redesigned to make better use of the space, for both administrators and learners. Other small interface improvements were made during this overhaul to standardize the user experience.
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NewDuplication a course
Our Standard, Professional and Enterprise plans now allow you to duplicate courses created on your platform. The feature is in beta (ask us).
May 2021
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NewArchive a subscription plan
You can now archive a subscription plan immediately or on a scheduled date.
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ImprovementInvoice Prefix and Suffix Capabilities
In order to improve invoice management for businesses with multiple sales channels, you can now add a prefix or suffix to your sequential invoice numbering order.
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NewSequential invoice numbers
Invoice numbers are now sequential for online sales. Also, the invoice number will start at 1000 for new Didacte accounts and those who have not yet made a first sale.
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FixUnable to view a certificate when the enrollment is deleted
April 2021
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FixDuration of a virtual classrooms recording
The duration indicated was the total duration of the classroom, not the recorded segment. The duration shown is now the recorded duration.
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FixShowing quiz results to group supervisors
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NewGroup supervisors
Group supervisors are able to track the progress of each users associated with their groups. Available on Enterprise plans, in beta by invitation on Pro plans.
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NewVirtual classrooms recording
This feature is currently available in beta for Pro and Enterprise account exclusively (ask us to try it out). Allows you to record your virtual classrooms in one or more segments and make a complete playback list of the session available to your users.
March 2021
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FixFixed Google Analytics and GTAG event tracking
Some data for products did not appear in the ecommerce module of Google Analytics.
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FixRemoval of the max length on the "Conditions of use" field
February 2021
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ImprovementLesson Completion Time Added to the Enrollment Details
In order to provide a more accurate read on participants progress, it is now possible to see the completion time of each lesson. This will allow you to see if users are progressing faster than expected, relatively to the amount of content included in each lesson.
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NewMultiple Single Sign-On Compatibility
Platforms can now be linked with multiple Single Sign-On entries.
January 2021
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NewLearning Paths
Simplify the development management of your resources using standardized learning paths. This new feature allows you to create training sequences that facilitate the learning experience and ease learning curves.
December 2020
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NewCourse suggestions
Course suggestions at the end of a completed course. The prioritization system for the display order is based on 1) the next training to be completed in a learning path, 2) the featured courses and finally, 3) the other trainings.
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ImprovementMarkdown compatible quiz questions
Quiz questions now support Markdown syntax to offer a wider range of styling possibilities.
November 2020
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ImprovementEvents Icons Revamp
Activity Log's event icons have been revamped under a modern, unified, look.
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NewAdditional events in activity log
New events are now tracked and displayed in your platform's activity log:
- Course publish or unpublish
- User account deactivation or reactivation
October 2020
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ImprovementAutomated Email Revamp
Visual and copywriting improvements on all automated emails.
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NewRestricted Access Groups
The restricted groups feature gives you more control over the display of public courses to your users. A user assigned to a restricted access group will only see authorized courses associated with that group. All other public courses will not be displayed to him in the "All Courses" interface.
September 2020
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ImprovementAddition of credits in the enrollments report
The credits obtained by the user for a course are now included in the enrollments report.
August 2020
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NewCustom field update via JWT endpoint
It is now possible for platforms using custom profile fields to update them when a user logs in via the JWT endpoint.
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ImprovementUnique identifier when connecting via the JWT endpoint
It is now possible to specify a unique identifier other than the user's email when connecting through the JWT endpoint. This allows a user to keep the same Didacte account even if the email used by the external connection changes.
July 2020
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NewNew "Admin-only" Custom Field State
We can now create custom fields which are not editable by the user. This allows the administrator to further document user information without the risk of discrepancies or faulty compliance in the user records.
June 2020
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ImprovementGroups are now in distinct columns in the export of enrollments report
May 2020
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ImprovementImproved autocomplete in signup and sign-in forms
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ImprovementThe user invitation page now allows you to make several in a row
Following feedback, we have adjusted the behavior to present the form to invite another user rather than sending to the users index.
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FixImpossible to join a running virtual class in certain situations
When the class had started more than 1 hour ago, it was impossible for a new user to join it.
April 2020
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ImprovementIn the course syllabus, clicking on a new lesson adds it to the end of the syllabus
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ImprovementNew and improved management of video uploads
This change will help users with a slow connection or who cut that transfer large video files.
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ImprovementVideos uploaded to Didacte are displayed in 1080p
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NewVirtual classes
It is now possible to add virtual classes to your courses. These lessons allow you to deliver your content with the active participation of the students. The functionality is in beta and available on the Pro and Enterprise plans.
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FixIt is now possible to add the first lesson of a syllabus on a mobile phone
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FixSpecial characters are displayed correctly in emails
Some special characters such as & in the names of platforms, courses and lessons were not displayed correctly.
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ImprovementPlatform global redirect
It is now possible to redirect a platform to a different address (other platform, change of domain address). Just contact us.
March 2020
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FixVideo volume control would sometimes not show up
February 2020
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FixA membership could show an incorrect next renewal date in the email invoice
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FixImpossible to download a success certificate
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NewAdd optional user tags with External Single Sign-On
You may now provide a list of tags to associate with the user, separated by commas.
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FixLoading problem with Internet Explorer 11
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FixProblem loading a lesson in a lesson group