Release Notes

Track the evolution of patrickstuart.com through detailed release notes and changelog.

Version History

v1.4.0

2025-07-17

Comprehensive bug fixes, performance optimizations, and enhanced testing infrastructure.

🐛 Bug Fixes

•Fixed IntersectionObserver crash in server-side rendering environment
•Resolved `[object Object]` data rendering bugs on blog pages
•Patched Vue Router warnings by improving breadcrumb logic
•Fixed image preloading scope to prevent unused resource warnings
•Resolved Vue reactivity bug in the stun-runner game

🚀 Performance Improvements

•Enhanced service worker caching with proper error handling
•Optimized image loading strategies for better Core Web Vitals
•Improved bundle splitting for faster initial page loads
•Reduced JavaScript bundle size through tree shaking optimization
•Enhanced critical CSS inlining for faster above-the-fold rendering

🎯 Accessibility Enhancements

•Enhanced keyboard navigation throughout all components
•Improved focus management for better screen reader support
•Added proper ARIA labels to all interactive elements
•Enhanced color contrast ratios for better readability
•Implemented skip links for better navigation accessibility

🧪 Testing Infrastructure

•Expanded Vitest test suite with 800+ lines of test code
•Added component tests for critical UI components
•Implemented integration tests for game functionality
•Enhanced test utilities and mock files
•Added performance testing for critical user paths

🎮 Game Improvements

•Enhanced combat system with improved hit rates and reduced delays
•Optimized game performance with better memory management
•Improved mobile controls for touch devices
•Enhanced save/load system with better error handling
•Added comprehensive death and resurrection mechanics

📚 Documentation

•Comprehensive improvements guide with detailed audit results
•Enhanced README with updated deployment instructions
•Performance optimization guide with implementation strategies
•Testing documentation with setup and best practices

v1.3.0

2025-07-16

Major performance and accessibility upgrade with Tailwind CSS 4 migration

🚀 Performance Improvements

•Fixed 'Headers are immutable' error in service worker caching
•Updated to use WebP/AVIF formats for better compression
•Implemented manual chunk splitting for better loading performance
•Enhanced JavaScript minification with Terser
•Added proper cache control headers for static assets

🎯 Accessibility Enhancements

•Added `lang='en'` to HTML element for better accessibility
•Increased button sizes to meet 44px minimum requirement
•Added proper ARIA labels to navigation buttons and indicators
•Added skip to main content link for screen readers
•Enhanced keyboard navigation throughout the site

🔍 SEO Optimizations

•Changed generic 'Read More' links to descriptive text
•Enhanced meta tags and structured data
•Improved content structure for better search engine understanding

🎨 UI/UX Enhancements

•Migrated to Tailwind CSS 4 with new syntax
•Enhanced glass container effects and animations
•Improved mobile navigation and responsive layouts
•Added better loading states and transitions

🧪 Testing Infrastructure

•Added comprehensive testing infrastructure with Vitest
•Added tests for key components
•Added test mocks and utilities

📚 Documentation

•Created comprehensive performance optimization guide
•Added detailed documentation of all changes

v1.2.0

2025-07-10

Major enhancements with improved performance and accessibility

🚀 Major Enhancements

•Enhanced app layout with loading overlay for page transitions
•Implemented improved color mode toggle with enhanced accessibility
•Updated project and blog components with better error handling and loading states
•Refined SEO metadata across pages
•Optimized image loading and performance
•Added breadcrumb navigation for better user experience
•Updated resume page with new download options and content structure

🎮 Game Improvements

•Implemented new features including dungeon navigation and transportation mechanics
•Updated city data structures for enhanced gameplay experience
•Enhanced vendor mapping in vendors.ts for improved town layouts
•Refactored various components for better organization and consistency

🎨 UI/UX Enhancements

•Enhanced AboutNavigation component with mobile menu functionality
•Updated BackToTop component styles for better visibility
•Added new sections to BeginningSection component
•Refined ColorModeButton styles
•Expanded FaithSection with charitable giving content

🔧 Technical Improvements

•Enhanced service worker registration in app.vue for production only
•Updated eslint.config.mjs to improve TypeScript support
•Modified nuxt.config.ts to configure dev server settings
•Improved accessibility and styling in various components
•Refactored game-related pages for better performance and maintainability

v1.1.0

2025-06-28

New games and UI enhancements

🎮 Game Improvements

•Added new game entry for Ultima RPG with description and styling enhancements
•Enhanced games index page layout and added new game entries
•Improved existing game card styles for better responsiveness

🎨 UI/UX Enhancements

•Added Quotes component to index page
•Improved FeaturedProjects image handling
•Improved Blackjack game UI and functionality
•Enhanced about page with new navigation bar and improved layout
•Replaced static sections with reusable components for improved maintainability

🔧 Technical Improvements

•Updated deploy script for better deployment options
•Added pngjs dependency to package.json
•Updated .gitignore and enhanced eslint configuration
•Enhanced service worker registration and error handling
•Improved TypeScript support across components

📝 Content Updates

•Enhanced bio with personal interests
•Updated project descriptions and navigation links
•Added PDF download link to resume page for easy access
•Modified components for improved content accuracy and clarity

v1.0.0

2025-06-13

Initial release of patrickstuart.com

🎉 Initial Release

•Complete personal portfolio website
•Implemented liquid glass styling throughout the site
•Mobile-first responsive design
•Color mode toggle with dark/light themes
•Comprehensive SEO setup with meta tags and structured data

🎮 Game Improvements

•Multiple games: Pong, Yahtzee, 3D Shooting Range, Blackjack, and more
•Fully functional game implementations
•Organized game listing with descriptions

📄 Content Pages

•Comprehensive about page with personal and professional sections
•Featured projects showcase
•WordPress blog integration
•Professional resume with download options
•Contact form and information

🔧 Technical Improvements

•Built with Nuxt 3 and Vue 3
•Full TypeScript support
•Styled with Tailwind CSS
•PWA capabilities with service worker
•Optimized for performance and accessibility

Recent Commits

de14

Enhanced app layout with loading overlay for page transitions

pstuart • 2025-07-10

847c

Implemented new features in Ultima RPG and enhanced mobile menu

pstuart • 2025-07-09

206d

Refactored service worker and improved error handling

pstuart • 2025-07-04

9c9c

Updated Inventory and game index pages for visual consistency

pstuart • 2025-07-01

0c5d

Enhanced service worker registration and improved accessibility

pstuart • 2025-07-01

4693

Added Ultima RPG game entry and pngjs dependency

pstuart • 2025-06-28

37f1

Removed deploy archive and updated AboutNavigation component

pstuart • 2025-06-22

2b39

Refactored about page with reusable components

pstuart • 4 weeks ago

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