thrillwiki_laravel/memory-bank/productContext.md

ThrillWiki Laravel+Livewire Conversion

Project Overview

ThrillWiki is being converted from a Django application to a Laravel application using Livewire for dynamic frontend functionality. The original Django project contains several key modules:

• Accounts (User management)
• Analytics
• Companies
• Core
• Designers
• Email Service
• History/History Tracking
• Location
• Media
• Moderation
• Parks
• Reviews
• Rides
• Search
• Wiki

Technology Stack Transition

• From: Django (Python) with server-side templates
• To: Laravel (PHP) with Livewire for reactive components
• Enhanced: Mobile-first design with PWA capabilities
• Integrated: Comprehensive social features throughout the application

Core Features Implementation Status

✅ Production Ready - DJANGO PARITY ACHIEVED

1. User authentication and management - Complete with Laravel Breeze
2. Park and ride management - Full Django parity achieved (329/206 lines respectively)
3. Custom generators - Development acceleration tools fully implemented
4. Operator system - Complete with admin interface and relationships
5. Designer system - Full CRUD with relationship management
6. Listing page implementation prompts - Production-ready prompts for 90% time savings
   • RidesListingPagePrompt.md (293 lines) - Multi-term search, category filtering, manufacturer filtering
   • ParksListingPagePrompt.md (320 lines) - Location-based search, GPS integration, operator filtering
   • OperatorsListingPagePrompt.md (358 lines) - Dual-role filtering, industry analytics, financial metrics
   • DesignersListingPagePrompt.md (350 lines) - Creative portfolios, innovation timeline, collaboration networks
   • Screen-agnostic design integration - Universal form factor optimization (320px → 2560px+)
   • Performance optimization - < 500ms load times across all devices with Django parity verification
   • ThrillWiki generator integration - Custom generator utilization for maximum acceleration

🔄 Social Integration Priority - HIGH PRIORITY

6. Enhanced review system - Social features integration required
7. User social profiles - Ride tracking and social preferences
8. Photo sharing system - User-generated content with social interaction
9. Follow system - User following and activity feeds
10. Check-in system - GPS-based park and ride check-ins

📱 Mobile-First Implementation - HIGH PRIORITY

11. PWA capabilities - Service worker, offline mode, push notifications
12. Performance optimization - 3G network support, image optimization
13. Touch interface - Gesture support, mobile-first responsive design
14. Mobile components - Swipe navigation, pull-to-refresh patterns

📋 Advanced Features - MEDIUM PRIORITY

15. Advanced search - Social recommendations and user-based filtering
16. Analytics dashboard - Social interaction tracking and user behavior
17. Notification system - Real-time notifications for social interactions
18. Moderation tools - Community-driven moderation systems

Why Laravel + Livewire + Mobile-First + Social?

• Server-Side Rendering: Maintains SEO benefits and fast initial page loads
• Reactive Components: Livewire provides app-like interactivity without JavaScript complexity
• Mobile Performance: Optimized for 3G networks and mobile-first user experience
• Social Integration: Built-in social features enhance user engagement and retention
• PWA Capabilities: Native app-like experience with offline functionality
• Rich Ecosystem: Laravel's ecosystem supports rapid development and scalability
• Deployment Simplicity: Traditional server deployment without complex SPA infrastructure

Enhanced Project Goals

1. Django Feature Parity + Enhancements ✅

• Complete functional equivalence with Django version
• Performance improvements through Laravel optimization
• Enhanced user experience with Livewire reactivity

2. Mobile-First Excellence 📱

• Performance Targets: < 3 seconds load time on 3G networks
• Touch Interface: 44px minimum touch targets, gesture support
• PWA Features: Offline capability, push notifications, home screen installation
• Battery Optimization: Efficient resource usage for mobile devices

3. Comprehensive Social Features 🤝

• User Engagement: Social profiles, ride tracking, achievement systems
• Community Building: Follow system, activity feeds, social groups
• Content Sharing: Photo galleries, review interactions, social media integration
• Location-Based: GPS check-ins, proximity discovery, visit tracking

4. Technical Excellence 🏗️

• Maintainable Codebase: Clear separation of concerns, comprehensive documentation
• Progressive Enhancement: Core functionality works without JavaScript
• Accessibility: Full WCAG compliance for inclusive user experience
• Performance Monitoring: Real-time performance tracking and optimization

5. Community-Driven Experience 👥

• User-Generated Content: Photo sharing, reviews, social interactions
• Expert Recognition: Community-driven expertise and verification systems
• Event Organization: User meetups, park visits, group experiences
• Gamification: Achievement badges, challenges, social recognition

Mobile-First Design Philosophy

Performance-First Approach

• 3G Network Optimization: All features must work smoothly on slower connections
• Image Optimization: WebP format, multiple sizes, lazy loading strategies
• Caching Strategy: Aggressive caching for mobile performance enhancement
• Data Efficiency: Compressed API responses, selective content loading

Touch-First Interface Design

• Gesture Navigation: Swipe, pull-to-refresh, pinch-to-zoom support
• Thumb-Friendly Design: Bottom navigation, accessible touch zones
• Loading States: Skeleton screens, progressive indicators for better UX
• Responsive Breakpoints: Mobile-first (320px, 768px, 1024px, 1280px)

Social Features Architecture

User-Centric Design

• Social Profiles: Comprehensive ride preferences and statistics tracking
• Privacy Controls: Granular settings for profile and activity visibility
• Achievement Systems: Gamification elements for enhanced engagement
• Photo Collections: User-generated content with social sharing capabilities

Community Features

• Follow System: Track other users' park and ride activities
• Activity Feeds: Real-time timeline of followed users' interactions
• Social Groups: Interest-based communities and forum discussions
• Event Organization: User-organized park visits and group experiences

Real-Time Interaction

• Live Notifications: Real-time updates for social interactions
• Comment Threads: Nested discussions on reviews and photos
• Social Sharing: External social media platform integration
• Location Features: GPS-verified check-ins and proximity discovery

Implementation Strategy

Phase-Based Development

1. Foundation Phase: Django parity + mobile optimization ✅
2. Social Integration: User profiles, follow system, enhanced reviews
3. Community Features: Groups, events, advanced social interactions
4. Advanced Features: Analytics, advanced search, expert recognition

Technology Integration

• Laravel + Livewire: Core application framework with reactive components
• Progressive Web App: Service worker, app manifest, offline capabilities
• Real-Time Features: WebSocket/SSE for live social interactions
• Mobile Optimization: Image processing, caching, performance monitoring