Changelog

All notable changes to Vyral Social Platform will be documented in this file.

[1.0.0] - 2025-01-13

Initial Release

Core Features

• Real-time Messaging: WebSocket-based instant messaging with typing indicators and read receipts
• Voice & Video Calls: WebRTC-powered voice and video calling with STUN/TURN server support
• Community Management: Create and manage communities with customizable settings
• Thread Discussions: Organized conversations within communities
• User Authentication: Multiple authentication methods including email/password and magic links

Backend Architecture

• Go-based API: High-performance backend built with Go and Gin framework
• MongoDB Integration: Scalable NoSQL database for flexible data structures
• WebSocket Server: Real-time bidirectional communication
• CORS Management: Configurable cross-origin resource sharing
• File Storage: Support for multiple storage providers (local, AWS S3, Cloudinary)

Admin Panel

• User Management: Complete user administration with role-based access
• Community Moderation: Tools for managing communities and content
• System Settings: Centralized configuration management
• Email Templates: Customizable email templates for notifications
• Analytics Dashboard: Insights into platform usage and performance

Frontend Features

• Responsive Design: Mobile-first approach with desktop optimization
• Dark/Light Theme: User-preferred theme support
• Real-time Updates: Live updates for messages, notifications, and status
• Media Sharing: Image and file upload capabilities
• Search Functionality: Full-text search across messages and communities

Security & Compliance

• End-to-End Encryption: Secure communication channels
• GDPR Compliance: Privacy-focused design with data protection
• Rate Limiting: Protection against abuse and spam
• Input Validation: Comprehensive validation on both client and server

Deployment & DevOps

• Docker Support: Containerized deployment options
• Environment Configuration: Flexible configuration through environment variables
• Database Migrations: Automated database setup and seeding
• SSL/TLS Support: Secure communication with HTTPS support

Documentation

• Installation Guide: Step-by-step setup instructions
• API Documentation: Comprehensive API reference
• Configuration Guides: Detailed setup for SMTP, Firebase, COTURN, and more
• Localization Support: Multi-language capability with translation management

Upcoming Features

• Enhanced group video calls
• Ads Manager - Complete advertising platform for monetization
• Publisher Program - Content creator tools and revenue sharing
• Advanced search filters
• Export/Import functionality