Hello! I'm Dexter, and I bring a decade of expertise in managing VoIP systems to the table. My journey began as an Asterisk developer, but I found my true calling with FreeSWITCH. I'm particularly passionate about FusionPBX, and to enhance the user experience for my clients, I completely revamped the front end using Laravel and Vue. If you have any questions or need insights on FreeSWITCH or FusionPBX, I'm here to help. Let's connect!
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I have it on Github
GitHub - nemerald-voip/fspbx: FS PBX is a beautiful front end based on Laravel + Vue.js for Freeswitch
FS PBX is a beautiful front end based on Laravel + Vue.js for Freeswitch - nemerald-voip/fspbx
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I'm so glad to see someone else using a tried and trusted framework for a FreeSWITCH GUI wrap. It makes so much sense, removing all the worry of looking after the web interface and allowing developer to concentrate on what they are good at - developing PBX solutions.
I have basically done the same thing using Python and the Django framework:
https://github.com/djangopbx/djangopbx
https://www.djangopbx.com/
I have basically done the same thing using Python and the Django framework:
https://github.com/djangopbx/djangopbx
https://www.djangopbx.com/
@Adrian Fretwell,
I have been an avid follower of this forum for some time and recently decided to start contributing and sharing solutions. Your work has consistently impressed me, particularly your efforts with DjangoPBX. FusionPBX is indeed a remarkable project, but its GUI feels dated and could benefit from a modern overhaul. The thoughtful approach you've taken with DjangoPBX, especially in reducing Lua scripts, is commendable.
As a PHP developer, my strengths lie in Laravel and Vue.js, which led me to create my own FS PBX. My primary goal was to develop a user-friendly interface that caters not only to PBX administrators but also to end-users. The VoIP industry is incredibly competitive, and it’s essential that we at least match, if not exceed, the offerings of our competitors.
Your contributions have been a source of inspiration, and I look forward to collaborating and exchanging ideas to push the boundaries of what we can achieve in this space.
I have been an avid follower of this forum for some time and recently decided to start contributing and sharing solutions. Your work has consistently impressed me, particularly your efforts with DjangoPBX. FusionPBX is indeed a remarkable project, but its GUI feels dated and could benefit from a modern overhaul. The thoughtful approach you've taken with DjangoPBX, especially in reducing Lua scripts, is commendable.
As a PHP developer, my strengths lie in Laravel and Vue.js, which led me to create my own FS PBX. My primary goal was to develop a user-friendly interface that caters not only to PBX administrators but also to end-users. The VoIP industry is incredibly competitive, and it’s essential that we at least match, if not exceed, the offerings of our competitors.
Your contributions have been a source of inspiration, and I look forward to collaborating and exchanging ideas to push the boundaries of what we can achieve in this space.
thanks for the screenshots. yep, it looks like laravel
This looks interesting. It has been a few years since I built a basic API with node and vue3 so I do not remember it well. Will you add more information on your install steps? #3 is a mystery.
As haing fusion installed is a prerequisite to your project, how are laravel and fusion both residing on the same server? Are both GUIs available? Perhaps step #3 is part of the deeper answer?
For any GUI projects that have forked the fusion code I would be interested to see what the commitment of the owners to the future of the projects are long term. Will the projects still be dutifully maintained in 5 years? Security and functionality are paramount.
@whut I clarified step 3 and added step 4. I'll be honest with you: the installation is not very straightforward as of yet. If you try and run into any issues, open an issue on Github, and I'll help you get through it. Basically, it's required to install FisionPBX and move it to the Laravel Public folder. Then you need to replace the original FiusionPBX index.php file with a new file as per instructions. My project is not a complete stand-alone replacement of FusionPBX. It's a new and refreshed interface for the most important pages. Some other pages that have not been updated yet are old, plain FusionPBX pages. It's a work in progress.
As far as security goes, Laravel is a lot more secure than FusionPBX. To give you an example, to make it all work, I need to log in to Laravel and FusionPBX at the same time. I originally tried to use the FusionPBX login page and hack into Laravel to make it look like I authenticated there, too. Unfortunately, I was never able to do it. I ended up logging into Laravel and hacking my way into FusionPBX, which I did in about 5 minutes, hence why I need to replace the index.php file.
I understand your concern about some forked projects and their life cycle. Many of them die. I've been running a VoIP business in Los Angeles for over 12 years. I also consult with other providers in the US, and we all use my modernized GUI for FusionPBX. I'm here to stay for a while.
As far as security goes, Laravel is a lot more secure than FusionPBX. To give you an example, to make it all work, I need to log in to Laravel and FusionPBX at the same time. I originally tried to use the FusionPBX login page and hack into Laravel to make it look like I authenticated there, too. Unfortunately, I was never able to do it. I ended up logging into Laravel and hacking my way into FusionPBX, which I did in about 5 minutes, hence why I need to replace the index.php file.
I understand your concern about some forked projects and their life cycle. Many of them die. I've been running a VoIP business in Los Angeles for over 12 years. I also consult with other providers in the US, and we all use my modernized GUI for FusionPBX. I'm here to stay for a while.
Welcome @pbxgeek , thanks for taking a stab at updating the GUI, it's sorely needed.
I took a quick stab at installing the GUI on a fresh machine but admittedly got majorly confused about the Laravel framework and handed it off to one of our dev guys. Quick tip make your install instructions like you're talking to a small child or a household pet so I can understand
Maybe after our dev figures it out we'll contribute an install script if that sounds ok to you?
I took a quick stab at installing the GUI on a fresh machine but admittedly got majorly confused about the Laravel framework and handed it off to one of our dev guys. Quick tip make your install instructions like you're talking to a small child or a household pet so I can understand
Maybe after our dev figures it out we'll contribute an install script if that sounds ok to you?
@bcmike guilty as charged. The instructions for new installations are not fined tuned yet. I’ve been focusing on update scripts for existing installations. My own servers and all clients I consult for already have it installed so it’s rare to perform new installations. However, a well documented installation procedure is needed. If you have your developer install a fully functional FusionPBX 5.1 on a server I can remote in and have my upgraded GUI installed for you. As I’m doing it I’ll create a better instructions how to do it in the future for others.
Hi @pbxgeek, Could you make a short video of how to install your revamped fusionpbx posted on youtube? I am really impress at and appreciate your work. thanks
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That’s actually a great idea. I’ll do it within next few days and post a link here. Stay turned.
Dexter (@pbxgeek) has been a friend of mine for many years. He introduced me to his code about two years ago and I've been working closely with him to share ideas from a perspective of a VoIP operator handling 3000+ endpoints. When we flipped the switch to his code about a year and a half ago, we received tons of positive feedback and praise for the simplicity and cleanliness of the interface. What I love about it the most is that it was made to be stupid-proof for employees and/or customers that need to login to the system. The GUI puts us at a significant competitive advantage over the bigger VoIP carriers. There was a point in time where I was insecure to demo our GUI, but now I show it with pride. I am looking forward to Dexter releasing the video and instructions, and I wish him the best of luck in growing his project.