- Introduced a new `[Data_Retention]` section in `config.ini.example` to manage retention periods for various database tables, including packet stream, daily stats, and observed paths.
- Updated `mkdocs.yml` and `configuration.md` to include documentation for the new data retention settings.
- Implemented data retention cleanup methods in `mesh_graph.py`, `repeater_manager.py`, and `scheduler.py` to enforce retention policies automatically.
- Enhanced the web viewer's data cleanup logic to utilize the new retention settings, ensuring efficient database management.
- Introduced `[Earthquake_Service]` section in `config.ini.example` to enable earthquake alerts with customizable parameters such as polling interval, time window, and minimum magnitude.
- Updated `service-plugins.md` to include documentation for the new Earthquake Service, detailing its functionality and default settings.
- Introduced `[Trace_Command]` section in `config.ini.example` to enable link diagnostics with customizable parameters such as maximum hops, trace mode, and retry settings.
- Updated `command-reference.md` to include usage instructions and examples for the new `trace` and `tracer` commands, detailing their functionality for manual and round-trip tracing.
- Enhanced `mesh_graph.py` to support 2-byte trace confirmation for improved path weighting.
- Modified `message_handler.py` to update the mesh graph based on trace data, ensuring accurate edge representation in the graph.
- Added translations for the new trace commands in `en.json` to support user interaction in multiple languages.
- Added a new FAQ section addressing common issues when moving a database to a new install, including schema mismatches, stale operations, and timeout errors.
- Updated error logging in `feed_manager.py` and `scheduler.py` to use `logger.exception` for better traceback visibility during message queue and channel operation errors.
- Improved command help text generation in `command_manager.py` to ensure proper formatting and context filtering based on message length.
- Enhanced command availability checks in `cmd_command.py` and `help_command.py` to respect channel-specific overrides and improve user experience.
- Expanded the guidance on running meshcore-bot on Raspberry Pi Zero 2 W, detailing two steps to optimize memory usage: disabling the web viewer and tuning the Mesh Graph settings.
- Included specific configuration examples to help users effectively manage resource constraints on the device.
- Added a comprehensive troubleshooting section for accessing the web viewer on devices like Orange Pi and SBCs, detailing configuration checks, process verification, log inspection, firewall settings, and standalone run instructions.
- Updated installation commands to include necessary dependencies for Flask and flask-socketio, improving clarity on setup requirements.
- Revised port conflict resolution steps to include updated commands for checking active ports.
- Added a new section in the FAQ detailing how to run meshcore-bot on a Raspberry Pi Zero 2 W, including specific configuration settings to manage memory usage effectively.
- Updated the path command configuration documentation to clarify the default values and usage of `graph_startup_load_days` and `graph_capture_enabled`, improving user understanding of these settings.
- Introduced a new `upgrade.md` file detailing changes for users upgrading from previous versions.
- Included information on config compatibility, banned users prefix matching, and new optional sections for configuration.
- Provided guidance on legacy config formats and recommended updates for improved compatibility.
- Introduced a new section in the FAQ to guide users on generating a custom command reference for their bots.
- Included a link to the relevant documentation on building a single-page HTML from the bot's config, enhancing user accessibility to this feature.
- Added an overview link to the installation section in mkdocs.yml for better accessibility.
- Renamed the Command Reference documentation file from `commands.md` to `command-reference.md` for consistency.
- Updated all references to the Command Reference in README.md, getting-started.md, and index.md to reflect the new file name.
- Introduced a new section on config validation in configuration.md, detailing how to validate section names and path writability before starting the bot.
- Updated mkdocs.yml to include a link to the new config validation documentation.
- Added a reference to config validation in index.md for improved navigation.
- Renamed various documentation files to use lowercase for improved consistency, including `WEB_VIEWER.md`, `DOCKER.md`, and `PATH_COMMAND_CONFIG.md`.
- Updated references in `config.ini.example`, `docker-setup.sh`, `README.md`, and multiple documentation files to reflect the new file names.
- Removed obsolete documentation files related to the Discord Bridge, Map Uploader, Packet Capture, and Weather Service, streamlining the documentation structure.
- Renamed the service installation documentation file from `SERVICE_INSTALLATION.md` to `SERVICE-INSTALLATION.md` for consistency.
- Updated links in `README.md`, `getting-started.md`, and `index.md` to reflect the new file name and improve clarity in navigation.
- Removed the now obsolete `SERVICE-INSTALLATION.md` file, consolidating service installation instructions under the updated naming convention.
- Added new pages to the documentation navigation, including Docker, Upgrade, and Guides sections.
- Updated mkdocs.yml to include the mkdocs-exclude plugin for better content management.
- Modified pyproject.toml to include mkdocs-exclude as a dependency.
- Adjusted GitHub Actions workflow to install the new dependency.
- Removed outdated link from the index.md documentation page.
- Added a new [Feed_Manager] section in the configuration to enable or disable RSS/API feed subscriptions, defaulting to false.
- Updated the FeedManager class to handle missing configuration sections gracefully, ensuring compatibility with upgrades.
- Refactored joke command configuration to standardize the use of an `enabled` key, replacing legacy `*_enabled` keys for clarity.
- Adjusted the PathCommand class to enable the "p" shortcut by default, improving user experience.
- Introduced `channel_keywords` option in the configuration files to limit bot responses in monitored channels to specified keywords, enhancing control over channel interactions.
- Updated relevant documentation and examples to reflect the new feature, ensuring users understand how to implement keyword restrictions.
- Modified the command manager to support the new keyword filtering logic, allowing for more efficient message handling in channels.
- Changed the default database path in config.ini.example and related files from 'bot_data.db' to 'meshcore_bot.db' for consistency across modules.
- Adjusted final hop proximity scoring parameters in config.ini.example to reflect updated distance normalization and thresholds, enhancing scoring accuracy for LoRa networks.
- Updated documentation to clarify the shared database usage between the bot and web viewer.
- Deleted COMMANDS.md, DOCKER.md, WEB_VIEWER.md, and other related documentation files to streamline the project structure.
- Updated README.md and other documentation references to point to the new locations of the command and Docker instructions.
- Added optional dependencies for documentation generation in pyproject.toml.
- Added '*.key' to .gitignore to prevent tracking of key files.
- Changed the default database path in config.ini.example from 'bot_data.db' to 'meshcore_bot.db' for clarity.
- Enhanced documentation files with front matter for better rendering and organization, including Discord Bridge, Feed Management, Map Uploader, Packet Capture, Path Command Configuration, Repeater Management Commands, and Weather Service.
- Added new configuration options for path selection presets and proximity methods in config.ini.example, allowing users to customize routing behavior.
- Implemented a new database table for storing observed paths, enabling better tracking of paths from advertisements and messages.
- Updated MessageHandler to store complete paths in the observed_paths table, improving path validation and selection accuracy.
- Enhanced the PathCommand class to utilize new proximity and recency settings, optimizing repeater selection based on user-defined criteria.
- Improved web viewer functionality to display multiple paths for contacts, enhancing user experience and interaction with path data.
- Introduced a new section in `config.ini.example` for the Discord bridge service, including options for enabling the service and configuring avatar styles and channel mappings.
- Updated `README.md` to document the new Discord bridge service and its integration, enhancing the overall service plugin section with relevant details.
- Added configuration options for companion contact purging, including thresholds for inactivity based on direct messages and advertisements.
- Enhanced the RepeaterManager to support automatic purging of companions when contact limits are exceeded.
- Updated PathCommand to utilize configurable recency/proximity weighting for improved path routing decisions.
- Introduced new commands for purging companions and updated existing commands to handle companion purging logic.
- Added API endpoint for manual geocoding of contacts and improved web viewer functionality for geocoding contacts.
- Updated routes in 'app.py' to reflect the new contacts template.
- Enhanced 'sports_command.py' adding support for additional Portland teams
- Improved game data fetching logic to check multiple dates for recent and upcoming games.
- Add Flask + Flask-SocketIO web viewer with dashboard (modules/web_viewer/app.py and related)
- Add web viewer templates: index, realtime, tracking (contacts), cache, purging, stats (modules/web_viewer/templates/)
- Add integration hooks and utility functions for web viewer (modules/web_viewer/integration.py, modules/utils.py)
- Add command to launch web viewer from bot CLI (modules/commands/webviewer_command.py)
- Update .gitignore: ignore db/log files, test scripts, and web viewer artifacts
- Add restart_viewer.sh helper script for standalone web viewer restart/troubleshooting
- Add guidance and documentation for modern viewer in WEB_VIEWER.md and docs/
- Various code structure and import improvements to core bot and command modules to support integration
- Add ACL support for sensitive commands
- Example config updates
Benefits:
- Decouples monitoring/UI from bot core process
- Enables real-time browser dashboard and unified contact/repeater tracking
- Easier integration, dev, and troubleshooting
