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ThrillWiki Django Project - Technical Health Check Report

Date: June 24, 2025
Performed by: Roo (Code Mode)
Project: ThrillWiki Django Application

Executive Summary

The ThrillWiki Django project is in GOOD overall health with modern dependencies and proper configuration. The application successfully passes Django system checks and the development server starts without issues. However, there are some areas that need attention, particularly around testing infrastructure and dependency management.

1. Dependencies and Environment Analysis

✅ GOOD: Modern Technology Stack

• Python: 3.12.8 (Current and well-supported)
• Django: 5.1.6 (Latest stable version)
• Package Manager: UV (Modern, fast Python package manager)

✅ GOOD: Core Dependencies

• Database: PostgreSQL with PostGIS (Geographic capabilities)
• Frontend: HTMX + Alpine.js + Tailwind CSS (Modern, lightweight stack)
• Authentication: django-allauth with Google/Discord OAuth
• History Tracking: django-pghistory for audit trails
• Media Handling: Pillow, django-cleanup
• Testing: pytest, pytest-django, playwright

⚠️ ISSUE: Dependency Management Inconsistency

• Problem: Both pyproject.toml (Poetry format) and requirements.txt exist
• Impact: Poetry not installed, causing confusion about which dependency file is authoritative
• Current State: UV is being used effectively, but Poetry references remain

⚠️ ISSUE: Missing Test Dependencies

• Problem: coverage module missing, preventing test runner execution
• Impact: Cannot run comprehensive test suite
• Error: ModuleNotFoundError: No module named 'coverage'

2. Database and Migrations Status

✅ EXCELLENT: Migration Status

All migrations are applied and up-to-date across all apps:

• Core Django apps: ✓ Applied
• Third-party apps: ✓ Applied (allauth, pghistory, etc.)
• Custom apps: ✓ Applied (accounts, parks, rides, reviews, etc.)
• Total apps with migrations: 15+ apps, all synchronized

✅ GOOD: Database Configuration

• Engine: PostGIS (Geographic Django support)
• Connection: Configured for external PostgreSQL server (192.168.86.3)
• Credentials: Properly configured (though hardcoded - see security section)

3. Configuration Analysis

✅ GOOD: Django Settings Structure

• Base configuration: Well-organized settings.py
• Apps: 20+ installed apps, properly configured
• Middleware: Comprehensive stack including security, caching, HTMX

⚠️ SECURITY CONCERNS:

1. DEBUG = True in what appears to be production-ready code
2. SECRET_KEY hardcoded (insecure placeholder)
3. Database credentials hardcoded in settings
4. OAuth secrets exposed in settings file
5. ALLOWED_HOSTS = ["*"] (overly permissive)

✅ GOOD: Feature Configuration

• Static files: Properly configured with WhiteNoise
• Media handling: Configured with cleanup
• Caching: Local memory cache configured
• Authentication: Comprehensive allauth setup
• Geographic features: PostGIS properly configured

4. Code Quality Assessment

✅ EXCELLENT: Django System Check

• Result: System check identified no issues (0 silenced)
• Meaning: No configuration errors, deprecated patterns, or obvious issues

✅ GOOD: Code Organization

• Structure: Well-organized Django apps
• No TODO/FIXME comments: Clean codebase without obvious technical debt markers
• Modern patterns: Uses current Django best practices

✅ GOOD: Modern Django Features

• HTMX integration: Modern frontend approach
• History tracking: Comprehensive audit trail system
• Geographic features: PostGIS integration
• Moderation system: Built-in content moderation

5. Testing Infrastructure

⚠️ NEEDS ATTENTION: Test Suite Issues

• Problem: Tests cannot run due to missing coverage dependency
• Structure: Good test organization with e2e tests using Playwright
• Coverage: Test files exist for major functionality (auth, parks, rides, reviews)

✅ GOOD: Test Organization

• E2E Tests: Playwright-based end-to-end testing
• Structure: Organized test directories
• Fixtures: Test data fixtures available

6. Development Environment

✅ EXCELLENT: Development Server

• Status: Successfully starts using UV
• Command: Follows project rules (.clinerules)
• Process: Proper cleanup of ports and cache files

✅ GOOD: Build Tools

• Tailwind: Integrated CSS framework
• Static files: Properly collected and served
• Package management: UV working effectively

Critical Issues Requiring Immediate Action

🚨 HIGH PRIORITY

1. Security Configuration

   • Move sensitive data to environment variables
   • Set DEBUG=False for production
   • Restrict ALLOWED_HOSTS
   • Use proper SECRET_KEY generation

2. Test Dependencies

   • Add missing coverage package: uv add coverage
   • Verify all test dependencies are installed

🔧 MEDIUM PRIORITY

3. Dependency Management Cleanup

   • Remove unused pyproject.toml Poetry configuration
   • Standardize on UV + requirements.txt
   • Add requires-python specification

4. Environment Configuration

   • Create ***REMOVED*** file template
   • Document environment variable requirements
   • Separate development/production settings

Recommendations

Immediate Actions (Next 1-2 days)

1. Fix test infrastructure: uv add coverage
2. Security audit: Move secrets to environment variables
3. Documentation: Update setup instructions for UV-only workflow

Short-term Improvements (Next week)

1. Environment separation: Create separate settings files
2. CI/CD setup: Ensure tests run in automated pipeline
3. Dependency audit: Review and update packages

Long-term Considerations

1. Performance monitoring: Add APM tools
2. Security hardening: Implement CSP, security headers
3. Backup strategy: Database backup automation

Overall Assessment: B+ (Good with room for improvement)

The ThrillWiki project demonstrates solid Django development practices with modern tooling. The core application is well-structured and functional, but security and testing infrastructure need attention before production deployment.

Strengths:

• Modern, well-organized codebase
• Comprehensive feature set
• Good use of Django ecosystem
• Clean migration state

Areas for improvement:

• Security configuration
• Test infrastructure
• Dependency management consistency
• Environment variable usage

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Report generated during technical health check on June 24, 2025