# Active Context - Laravel Migration Analysis

**Objective:** Evaluate feasibility and impact of migrating from Django to Laravel

**Key Decision:** ⛔️ Do NOT proceed with Laravel migration (see detailed analysis in `decisions/laravel_migration_analysis.md`)

**Analysis Summary:**
1. **High Technical Risk**
   - Complex custom Django features
   - Extensive model relationships
   - Specialized history tracking system
   - Geographic/location services integration

2. **Significant Business Impact**
   - Estimated 4-6 month timeline
   - $180,000-230,000 direct costs
   - Service disruption risks
   - Resource-intensive implementation

3. **Critical Systems Affected**
   - Authentication and permissions
   - Data model architecture
   - Template system and HTMX integration
   - API and service layers

**Recommended Direction:**
1. Maintain and enhance current Django implementation
2. Focus on feature development and optimization
3. Consider hybrid approach for new features if needed

**Next Steps:**
1. Document current system architecture thoroughly
2. Identify optimization opportunities
3. Update dependencies and security
4. Enhance development workflows

**Previous Context:** Park View Modularization work can continue as planned - the decision to maintain Django architecture means we can proceed with planned UI improvements.