Modifying the Database Structure (to add Member Profile Fields)

[Kate]

I’d like to create additional fields for my members. But, I’m not sure if it would be okay to modify the DB structure to add these fields. I’m working on a community site, and I’d like to include items such as favorite movie, favorite food, etc. If I add DB fields, will it still be easy to upgrade in the future?

I do have it set to create WP members at registration. And, I’m working with WPMU and BuddyPress. So, I thought of possibly just going through BP to add the additional fields. Any thoughts or insights on which would be better? Thanks!

[amin007]

Modifying the DB table is always going to cause you issues during upgrade. You can maybe write another script that applies your DB changes after every upgrade. I don’t use buddypress so can’t really tell you which one would be the best.

[Kate]

Okay, no worries. Thanks for the reply.

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