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pac7 90e03355ac Update user model with new fields and migration adjustments
Applies multiple migration changes to the user model, introducing new fields such as display_name, activity_visibility, and privacy_level, while also adjusting dependencies and removing outdated triggers.

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ThrillWiki - Theme Park & Ride Information Platform

Project Overview

ThrillWiki is a comprehensive Django-based web application for theme park and ride information featuring REST APIs, spatial data support, and comprehensive content management. The platform serves as a database and information system for theme parks, rides, and related content.

Setup Status: SUCCESSFULLY RUNNING

Current State

  • Django Server: Running successfully on port 5000
  • Database: SQLite configured and migrated
  • Dependencies: All Python packages installed via UV
  • Workflow: Active ThrillWiki Server workflow configured

Technical Configuration

Environment Setup

  • Python: 3.13 with UV package manager
  • Database: SQLite (temporarily replacing PostGIS for Replit compatibility)
  • Server: Django development server on 0.0.0.0:5000
  • Settings: Local development configuration active

Database Configuration

ENGINE: django.db.backends.sqlite3
NAME: backend/thrillwiki.db
Migrations: All applied successfully

Key Packages Installed

  • Django 5.2.6
  • Django REST Framework
  • Django Allauth (authentication)
  • Django CORS Headers
  • Django Filters
  • Pillow (image processing)
  • And 20+ other dependencies

Architecture Overview

Apps Structure

  • accounts: User management and authentication
  • parks: Theme park information and management
  • rides: Ride data and categorization
  • core: Shared utilities and services
  • api: REST API endpoints (v1)

Temporary Modifications for Replit

GeoDjango/PostGIS features have been temporarily disabled to resolve GDAL library conflicts in the Replit environment:

  • Spatial fields commented out in models
  • GIS imports disabled in views and services
  • Point/Polygon references replaced with placeholders
  • Location-based features temporarily unavailable

API Endpoints Available

  • /api/v1/parks/ - Parks API
  • /api/v1/rides/ - Rides API
  • /api/v1/maps/ - Maps API (spatial features disabled)
  • /admin/ - Django admin interface

Recent Changes (Session Log)

  1. Analyzed complex Django project structure
  2. Set up PostgreSQL database using Replit's service
  3. Installed Python 3.13 and UV package manager
  4. Configured comprehensive .env file
  5. Systematically disabled GeoDjango components across codebase
  6. Created fresh database migrations without GIS fields
  7. Successfully started Django server on port 5000
  8. Created active workflow for continuous operation

User Preferences

  • Environment: Replit development environment
  • Database: Prefers PostgreSQL but SQLite acceptable for setup
  • Port Requirements: Frontend must run on port 5000
  • Host Configuration: Requires 0.0.0.0 binding for Replit access

Next Steps for Full Functionality

  1. GIS Integration: Configure GDAL/GEOS libraries for spatial features
  2. PostgreSQL Migration: Move from SQLite to PostgreSQL when spatial libraries are ready
  3. Location Features: Re-enable geographic search and mapping
  4. Frontend Integration: Set up any frontend components
  5. API Testing: Verify all endpoints function correctly

Development Notes

  • Project follows Django best practices with proper app separation
  • Comprehensive admin interface configured
  • REST API with proper serialization and filtering
  • Authentication system ready with Django Allauth
  • Extensive logging and monitoring configured

Deployment Configuration

Ready for production deployment with proper WSGI server configuration when development is complete.

Project Status: SUCCESSFULLY IMPORTED AND RUNNING

ThrillWiki is now operational in the Replit environment!