# Product Context

This file provides a high-level overview of the project and the expected product that will be created. Initially it is based upon projectBrief.md (if provided) and all other available project-related information in the working directory. This file is intended to be updated as the project evolves, and should be used to inform all other modes of the project's goals and context.
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## Project Goal

Network Events is a WordPress plugin that extends The Events Calendar suite to create a specialized platform for HVAC trainers. The system will enable independent trainers to manage their own events, sell tickets, and track performance without accessing the WordPress admin panel.

## Key Features

* Custom user role for HVAC trainers
* Trainer registration and login system
* Comprehensive trainer dashboard
* Event creation and management
* Event summary and reporting
* Attendee management
* Email communication with attendees (Phase 2)
* Certificate generation and management (Phase 3)
* Integration with The Events Calendar suite
* Future Zoho CRM integration (Phase 2)

## Overall Architecture

### Core Components
* WordPress 5.9+ environment
* PHP 7.4+ runtime
* The Events Calendar suite integration
* Custom plugin development

### Required Plugins
1. The Events Calendar Suite:
   * The Events Calendar (6.10.2+)
   * Events Calendar Pro (7.4.2+)
   * Event Tickets (5.19.3+)
   * Event Tickets Plus (6.2.0+)
   * Community Events (4.10.0+)

2. Additional Required Plugins:
   * Spectra Pro (2.0.0+)
   * Premium Starter Templates (4.4.14+)
   * Essential Blocks (5.3.2+)

### Development Phases
1. Phase 1 (In Planning):
   * Community Login Page
   * Registration Page
   * Basic Dashboard
   * Create/Modify Event Pages
   * Event Summary Page

2. Phase 2 (Future):
   * Zoho CRM API Integration
   * Email Attendees functionality
   * Enhanced event management

3. Phase 3 (Future):
   * Certificate generation
   * Request Training Page
   * My Training Page
   * Advanced reporting

### Testing Framework
* Playwright-based automated testing
* Cross-browser compatibility
* Mobile device emulation
* Comprehensive test reporting

2025-03-25 08:20:03 - Updated content to reflect new implementation status