Hey everyone,

I just wanted to share a few thoughts as UNACMS 15 continues to evolve. I’ve been using UNACMS long enough to see both its power and its pain points — but also to recognize just how ahead of its time the platform really was when it started. UNACMS has always been about freedom, flexibility, and full ownership — something very few systems, even today, truly offer.

Where UNACMS already shines

The modular design, privacy-first approach, and strong foundation in community structure still make UNACMS stand out compared to many modern competitors. Platforms like HumHub or NodeBB have focused on simplicity, while SaaS options like Circle or Tribe emphasize looks and integrations — but UNACMS remains one of the few that gives you full control over data and functionality. That’s its biggest advantage.

Where UNACMS can push even further

• Developer experience: Some steps have already been made here, but a more guided dev flow (like a CLI tool or built-in API explorer) would help new builders dive in faster and compete with the ease of developing on open-source frameworks like Yii2 or Laravel.
• Modern UI/Frontend: UNACMS’s interface has improved a lot, but a cleaner, Tailwind/Vue-style frontend layer could really bring it on par with today’s sleek, mobile-first community platforms.
• API & Integration layer: UNACMS’s REST API is strong, but expanding toward GraphQL and tighter external integration (for example, with Directus or Matrix for chat) could make UNACMS the “central brain” of multi-platform ecosystems.
• Migration & portability: The built-in backup tools are useful, but having full JSON-based export/import (modules, users, content) would make UNACMS far more reliable for agencies running multiple deployments.
• AI readiness: Many platforms are starting to integrate AI — not just for chatbots, but for translation, moderation, and workflow automation. Even a light integration layer here could help communities grow smarter without losing control of their data.

Final thought

UNACMS’s strengths are already in place — the structure, the modularity, the freedom. The key now is refinement and positioning: making the platform just as easy and beautiful to use as it is powerful under the hood.

Thanks to Andrey and the team for keeping UNACMS evolving. The groundwork for something truly next-level is already here, and UNACMS 15 feels like the moment to bring it all together.

Regards

Chris