I am using 4.7-beta3 and I want to add some data to $user as its database intensive but changes very slowly so I don't want to recalculate it every time the block renders.
I'm wanting to do some custom coding on my site connected with a distance learning project. My question is, is there a simple way to create new user fields that do not show up in the profile information (account or personal sections). I can access their regular account information and the information in the supplemental fields I created, but I need something that stays more hidden, to keep track of grades, note completed assignments so I can unlock a next section, track participation stuff, etc.
I've been using Drupal for awhile but I am having some technical problems getting it to do everything I want. Recently I started reading up a bit on civic space and it seemed they might be a better solution because they have all the pieces I want already put together, and an install script, and in general seem to provide a bit more help for the non-techie user. Any concerns with switching over to Civic Space that anyone knows about?
I've managed to install drupal-4.7.0-beta3, add some users, modules and test content. However, when attempting to configure user account creation and content workflow as noted at