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Intro

Dear valued customers,

First and foremost, we want to extend our heartfelt gratitude for your continued support and trust in our TeamBooking plugin. We understand that change, especially in tools that are integral to your daily operations, can be daunting. Our primary goal has always been to provide you with the best possible experience, and with that in mind, we've introduced Version 3 of our plugin, now called TheBooking.

Why the change?​

Over the years, we've listened to your feedback, observed the challenges you faced, and recognized the need for a more streamlined, efficient, and feature-rich system. The transition from Version 2 to Version 3 is not just an upgrade, it's a transformation aimed at addressing the limitations of the previous version and introducing a plethora of new features to enhance your experience.

The evolution of Google Calendar integration​

Version 2 allowed users to provide availability for services by naming events in their Google Calendar after the service. While this offered direct service mapping, it also brought challenges like title dependencies, cluttered calendar views, and limitations to owned calendars.

Version 3 introduces a more solid approach. Instead of relying on event titles, an entire Google Calendar is now dedicated to an Availability Plan, which is then linked to services. This change offers several advantages:

  • Simplified management: no more juggling event titles. Any event in the dedicated calendar signifies availability.
  • Cleaner calendar views: dedicate and even hide entire calendars for availability, reducing visual clutter.
  • Enhanced flexibility: use both owned and shared calendars, and separate calendars for availability, reservations and personal events.

Beyond Google Calendar​

We understand that while the Google Calendar integration is significant, it's just one piece of the puzzle. Version 3 is packed with features designed to offer you more control, flexibility, and efficiency:

  • Internal working hours planner: break free from the strict dependency on Google Calendar. Plan your availability directly within the platform.
  • Conditional form fields: customize your booking forms like never before. Display fields based on specific conditions for a more dynamic user experience.
  • Streamlined booking process: a step-by-step process that's intuitive for both you and your customers.
  • Revamped UI: a modern, user-friendly interface that's not just about looks but also about enhancing usability.

... and many more features tailored to make your scheduling tasks a breeze.

Embracing the change​

We recognize that with any significant change comes a learning curve. But we believe that once you explore Version 3, you'll appreciate the advancements and the solutions it offers to previous challenges. We've prepared this migration guide to assist you every step of the way, ensuring a smooth transition.

Remember, every change we introduce is with the aim of serving you better. We're excited for you to experience Version 3 and are always here to support you through this journey.