serengo/logs/20251014-finds-implementation-log.md

Serengo Finds Feature Implementation Log

Project Overview

Serengo is a location-based social discovery platform where users can save, share, and discover memorable places with media, reviews, and precise location data.

Current Status: Phase 2A & 2C Complete + UI Integration ✅

What Serengo Currently Has:

• Complete finds creation with photo uploads and location data
• Interactive map with find markers and detailed previews
• Responsive design with map/list view toggle
• NEW: Modern WebP image processing with JPEG fallbacks
• NEW: Full video support with custom VideoPlayer component
• NEW: Like/unlike system with optimistic UI updates
• R2 storage integration with enhanced media processing
• Full database schema with proper relationships and social features
• Type-safe API endpoints and error handling
• Mobile-optimized UI with floating action button

Production Ready Features:

• Create/view finds with photos, descriptions, and categories
• Location-based filtering and discovery
• Media carousel with navigation (supports images and videos)
• NEW: Video playback with custom controls and fullscreen support
• NEW: Like/unlike finds with real-time count updates
• NEW: Animated like buttons with heart animations
• Share functionality with clipboard copy
• Real-time map markers with click-to-preview
• Grid layout for find browsing

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Phase 2 Implementation Plan (Updated October 14, 2025)

Technical Requirements & Standards:

• Media Formats: Use modern WebP for images, WebM/AV1 for videos
• UI Components: Leverage existing SHADCN components for consistency
• Code Quality: Follow Svelte 5 best practices with clean, reusable components
• POI Search: Integrate Google Maps Places API for location search
• Type Safety: Maintain strict TypeScript throughout

Phase 2A: Modern Media Support ✅ COMPLETE

Goal: Upgrade to modern file formats and video support

Completed Tasks:

• Update media processor to output WebP images (with JPEG fallback)
• Implement MP4 video processing with thumbnail generation
• Create reusable VideoPlayer component using SHADCN
• Enhanced database schema with fallback URL support
• Optimize compression settings for web delivery

Implementation Details:

• Updated media-processor.ts to generate both WebP and JPEG versions
• Enhanced findMedia table with fallbackUrl and fallbackThumbnailUrl fields
• Created VideoPlayer.svelte with custom controls, progress bar, and fullscreen support
• Added video placeholder SVG for consistent UI
• Maintained backward compatibility with existing media

Actual Effort: ~12 hours

Phase 2B: Enhanced Location & POI Search (Priority: High)

Goal: Google Maps integration for better location discovery

Tasks:

• Integrate Google Maps Places API for POI search
• Create location search component with autocomplete
• Add "Search nearby" functionality in CreateFindModal
• Implement reverse geocoding for address display
• Add place details (hours, ratings, etc.) from Google Places

Estimated Effort: 12-15 hours

Phase 2C: Social Interactions ✅ COMPLETE

Goal: Like system and user engagement

Completed Tasks:

• Implement like/unlike API using existing findLike table
• Create reusable LikeButton component with animations
• Add like counts and user's liked status to find queries
• Add optimistic UI updates for instant feedback
• COMPLETED: Full UI integration into FindCard and FindPreview components
• COMPLETED: Updated all data interfaces to support like information
• COMPLETED: Enhanced media carousel with VideoPlayer component integration

Implementation Details:

• Created /api/finds/[findId]/like endpoints for POST (like) and DELETE (unlike)
• Built LikeButton.svelte with optimistic UI updates and heart animations
• Enhanced find queries to include like counts and user's liked status via SQL aggregation
• Integrated LikeButton into both FindCard (list view) and FindPreview (modal view)
• Updated VideoPlayer usage throughout the application for consistent video playback
• Maintained type safety across all interfaces and data flows

Future Task:

• Build "My Liked Finds" collection page (moved to Phase 2G)

Actual Effort: ~15 hours (including UI integration)

Phase 2D: Friends & Privacy System (Priority: Medium-High)

Goal: Social connections and privacy controls

Tasks:

• Build friend request system (send/accept/decline)
• Create Friends management page using SHADCN components
• Implement friend search with user suggestions
• Update find privacy logic to respect friendships
• Add friend-specific find visibility filters

Estimated Effort: 20-25 hours

Phase 2E: Advanced Filtering & Discovery (Priority: Medium)

Goal: Better find discovery and organization

Tasks:

• Create FilterPanel component with category/distance/date filters
• Implement text search through find titles/descriptions
• Add sort options (recent, popular, nearest)
• Build infinite scroll for find feeds
• Add "Similar finds nearby" recommendations

Estimated Effort: 15-18 hours

Phase 2F: Enhanced Sharing & Individual Pages (Priority: Medium)

Goal: Better sharing and find discoverability

Tasks:

• Create individual find detail pages (/finds/[id])
• Add social media sharing with OpenGraph meta tags
• Implement "Get Directions" integration with map apps
• Build shareable find links with previews
• Add "Copy link" functionality

Estimated Effort: 12-15 hours

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Development Standards

Component Architecture:

• Use composition pattern with reusable SHADCN components
• Implement proper TypeScript interfaces for all props
• Follow Svelte 5 runes pattern ($props, $derived, $effect)
• Create clean separation between UI and business logic

Code Quality:

• Maintain existing formatting (tabs, single quotes, 100 char width)
• Use descriptive variable names and function signatures
• Implement proper error boundaries and loading states
• Add accessibility attributes (ARIA labels, keyboard navigation)

Performance:

• Lazy load media content and heavy components
• Implement proper caching strategies for API calls
• Use virtual scrolling for long lists when needed
• Optimize images/videos for web delivery

Total Phase 2 Estimated Effort: 82-105 hours Expected Timeline: 8-10 weeks (part-time development)

Next Steps:

1. Begin with Phase 2A (Modern Media Support) for immediate impact
2. Implement Phase 2B (Google Maps POI) for better UX
3. Add Phase 2C (Social Interactions) for user engagement
4. Continue with remaining phases based on user feedback