Release Notes
[v1.1] - [October 14th, 2024]
Improvements
- Enhanced mobile responsiveness across the website
- Optimized layout for smaller screen sizes
Bug Fixes
- Reduced page-wide margins on mobile devices for better space utilization
- Fixed an issue where text was overflowing from project section boxes on smaller viewports
Details
- The website now provides a more polished and consistent experience on mobile devices
- Content is now properly contained within designated areas, improving readability and overall user experience on smaller screens
Version 1.0 (Initial Release) - [October 9th, 2024]
I'm excited to announce the first iteration of my personal portfolio website. This release marks the foundation of a dynamic and interactive platform to showcase professional achievements, skills, and projects.
Features
- Responsive Design: Optimized for various devices and screen sizes.
- Dynamic Content Management: Admin panel for easy content updates without code changes.
- Project Showcase: Featuring both highlighted and additional projects with detailed information.
- Work Experience & Education Sections: Comprehensive display of professional and academic history.
- Skills Presentation: Visual representation of technical skills and competencies.
- Contact Form: Direct communication channel for visitors.
- Secure Authentication:
- JWT-based login system for admin access.
- Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) for enhanced security.
- Resume Access: Easy download option for the latest resume.
- Social Media Integration: Links to professional profiles and networks.
Technical Highlights
- Full-stack application built with the MERN (MongoDB, Express.js, React, Node.js) stack.
- RESTful API design for efficient data management.
- Modular architecture allowing for easy future expansions.
Planned Future Updates
While this initial release provides a solid foundation, I have some plans for future enhancements:
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Frontend Refactoring:
- Implement a more component-based architecture for improved maintainability.
- Optimize React components for better performance and reusability.
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CSS Improvements:
- Refactor CSS to use a more scalable and maintainable structure (e.g., CSS modules or styled-components).
- Implement a consistent theming system for easier customization.
- Possibly switch over to TailwindCSS completely.
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New Personal Dashboard:
- Develop a dedicated page for more detailed personal status updates.
- Integrate various APIs to showcase real-time data:
- Spotify API for current music preferences.
- AniList/MyAnimeList API for anime/manga interests.
- League of Legends/op.gg API for gaming statistics.
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Performance Optimizations:
- Implement lazy loading for images and components.
- Optimize database queries for faster data retrieval.
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Enhanced Analytics:
- Integrate a robust analytics system in the backend for better insight into visitor engagement.
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Accessibility Improvements:
- Conduct a thorough accessibility audit and implement necessary enhancements.
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Blog Integration:
- Develop a blog section for sharing articles and thoughts on various topics.
Some of these future plans are very ambitious so they may not even come to fruition but stay tuned for updates in future releases.