upskill-event-manager/memory-bank/activeContext.md

Active Context

This file tracks the project's current status, including recent changes, current goals, and open questions. 2025-03-25 10:42:00 - Updated with registration and authentication implementation

Current Focus

• Registration and Authentication Implementation

  • Custom registration form with all required fields
  • Form validation and security measures
  • Integration with The Events Calendar
  • Email notification system
  • Role-based access control

• Development Environment Setup

  • Docker-based environment configuration
  • WordPress and plugin integration
  • Testing framework implementation
  • Environment management scripts
  • SSL configuration and security

• Trainer Role Implementation

  • Custom role architecture (hvac_trainer)
  • Capability definition and management
  • Access control implementation
  • Role lifecycle management
  • Integration with The Events Calendar

• WordPress Integration Planning

  • Identifying existing WordPress features to leverage
  • Mapping The Events Calendar extension points
  • Planning custom functionality requirements
  • Documenting integration patterns

• Testing Framework Implementation

  • Playwright test infrastructure
  • WordPress-specific test utilities
  • The Events Calendar test helpers
  • Automated testing workflows

Recent Changes

• Implemented registration system:

  • Created registration form with all required fields
  • Added client and server-side validation
  • Implemented file upload handling
  • Created trainer profiles database table
  • Added email notification system

• Implemented authentication system:

  • Created login form
  • Added password strength validation
  • Implemented remember me functionality
  • Added password reset capability
  • Integrated with WordPress roles

• Development environment updates:

  • Added SSL support with self-signed certificates
  • Created SSL setup automation script
  • Updated nginx configuration
  • Enhanced security measures

• Project organization:

  • Established plugin architecture
  • Created core classes and autoloader
  • Implemented WordPress integration points
  • Set up development workflow

Open Questions/Issues

Role Management

• Role activation/deactivation workflow
• Capability inheritance structure
• Event ownership model
• Media upload restrictions
• Role migration strategy

WordPress Integration

• Optimal hook points for custom functionality
• The Events Calendar extension patterns
• Custom table requirements vs existing tables
• Template override strategy
• Plugin update compatibility approach

Development Environment

• Production sync security measures
• Test data generation strategy
• Database backup management
• Plugin version control workflow

Testing Framework

• Test isolation requirements
• Test data cleanup procedures
• CI/CD integration approach
• Performance testing needs
• Mobile testing strategy

Implementation Planning

• WordPress role extension strategy
• Event management workflow integration
• Database schema requirements
• Security implementation approach
• API integration planning

Registration System

• Profile image storage optimization
• Venue creation workflow refinement
• Email template customization
• Approval process workflow
• Data validation enhancement

Authentication System

• Session management optimization
• Password reset flow enhancement
• Remember me cookie security
• Login attempt throttling
• Multi-factor authentication consideration

2025-03-25 10:42:00 - Updated to include registration and authentication implementation status