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March 25, 2026
┌─[RiderReady Changelog]
└─$ Version history and release notes
What's new and improved in RiderReady
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06112-001
v0.6.1.12
Date: March 25, 2026
├──✨ Spotlights Showcase
Live Spotlight Display - The Spotlights page now shows all currently spotlighted organizations and vendors in real time, grouped by tier (Headliner, Featured, Noticed). Each card displays the company logo, location, type, and spotlight badge. A great way to see who's supporting RiderReady.
├──🤝 Partner Page Redesign
Simplified Partner Hub - The partner page is now two clean tabs: Support (learn about tiers, spotlights, and perks) and Dashboard (manage your subscription, allocate spotlights, access Stripe portal). No more hunting through five separate tabs.
├──🔧 Bug Fixes
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Fixed errors when editors approve atmospheric machines and loudspeakers in the review queue
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Video fixture serviceability field now saves correctly
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All equipment forms now properly validate numeric fields before submission
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06111-002
v0.6.1.11
Date: March 24, 2026
├──🏠 Homepage Layout
Widget Zones - The homepage now splits your widgets into two areas: a wide main column for content-heavy panels (your status, mission board, partner info) and a compact sidebar for quick-action widgets (macros, reviews, requests). Drag widgets between zones to customize your layout. On mobile, everything stacks full-width so nothing feels cramped.
Customize Panel - A new floating panel lets you toggle widgets on and off and move them between the main area and sidebar without digging through settings.
├──📐 Wider Content
1280px Max Width - All pages now use a consistent wider layout, making better use of your screen on widescreen monitors. Equipment pages, profiles, admin tools, and support pages all benefit.
├──🔧 Fixes
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Sidebar database pools now have a solid background and larger text for better readability
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Macro button labels in the sidebar are now full-size instead of microscopic
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Mission board cards in compact mode now show the full label and XP instead of just an icon
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Removed unused Vendor Hotline, Organization Hotline, and Admin Control Center widgets
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06110-003
v0.6.1.10
Date: March 23, 2026
├──🏟 Venue Database
11 New Venue Profiles - Added detailed production profiles for iconic US venues including Radio City Music Hall, The Greek Theatre (LA), Merriweather Post Pavilion, Terminal 5 (NYC), Brooklyn Steel, The Warfield (SF), BankNH Pavilion, and more. Each profile includes stage specs, rigging, PA systems, load-in details, and hospitality info sourced from official tech riders.
├──🔧 Fixes
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Community questions with simple text options now display correctly instead of showing blank inputs
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0619-004
v0.6.1.9
Date: March 23, 2026
├──📊 User Analytics
Visit Tracking - RiderReady now tracks daily visit frequency for each user. Admins can see a "30d" column in the user management table showing how many days each person has visited in the last month, making it easy to spot engaged users at a glance. Mobile vs desktop visits are tracked separately.
├──🔧 Fixes
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Equipment submissions that were silently dropping data now save correctly — fixed field mapping issues across keyboards, temporary power, trusses, generators, and other gear types
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The approval workflow for editor-reviewed submissions is now more robust, preventing errors when processing certain equipment types
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The "Menu" button on mobile now works reliably — previously it could be blocked by adjacent elements
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"Log in" is now visible on mobile for guests (previously only "Sign up" was shown)
├──SoftPatch
Unified Mobile Navigation - SoftPatch now uses the same top-toolbar navigation pattern as RiderReady. Tap "Menu" to access all sections. The old bottom navigation bar has been removed.
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0618-005
v0.6.1.8
Date: March 23, 2026
├──📂 Directory Sidebar
Filter Sidebar for Directory Pages - Directory listing pages now feature a proper left sidebar with filter controls, matching the equipment pages. Browse by type (Brands and Services), filter by department and location, and see active filters as removable chips below the toolbar. Multi-select filters let you narrow results by multiple departments, countries, or states at once.
├──🔧 Fixes
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Filter dropdowns near the bottom of the page no longer get cut off — they now open upward when there isn't enough room below
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0617-006
v0.6.1.7
Date: March 22, 2026
├──📂 Unified Directory
One Directory for Everything - All organizations, vendors, and venues are now part of a unified directory system at /directory/. Browse by type with clean URLs like /directory/rental-houses/ or /directory/manufacturers/. Old bookmarks and links to /vendors/ and /organizations/ automatically redirect to the new location.
Type-Focused Detail Pages - Each entity gets a focused detail page per type. Multi-type companies (like a rental house that's also an AV integrator) cross-link between their type pages so you see the data most relevant to how you're looking them up.
Brands & Services Navigation - The toolbar now groups directory types into two clean categories: Brands (manufacturers, software, media) and Services (rental houses, production companies, dealers, venues, catering). Quick access from the main nav to any type. Additional types are available in the database and will appear as they gain content.
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0616-007
v0.6.1.6
Date: March 20, 2026
├──🏢 Organization Management
Unified Admin Dashboard - Admins now manage all organization types (manufacturers, vendors, venues) from a single streamlined page. Filter by type, review applications, and manage reps all in one place.
Multi-Type Organizations - Organizations can now hold multiple types (e.g., a company that is both a manufacturer and a vendor). The system tracks all types and displays the appropriate dashboards.
├──📧 Email Notifications
Stay in the Loop - RiderReady now sends email notifications for important events: application confirmations, relationship requests and responses, rep invitations, role changes, and welcome emails for new users. SoftPatch marketplace inquiries and replies also trigger email notifications.
Unsubscribe Anytime - Every email includes a one-click unsubscribe link (no login required). Manage your preferences at Settings > Email Notifications, or use the link in any email to adjust marketing, product updates, and community digest preferences individually.
├──🏠 Homepage
Mission Board - A new Mission Board banner on the homepage highlights community missions and contribution goals with visual progress cards.
├──🔧 Fixes
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Fixed admin organization page not showing vendors, venues, and other non-manufacturer org types
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Fixed organization membership lookups failing with 400 errors
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Premier featured partners now display prominently above the ticker on the homepage
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0614-008
v0.6.1.4
Date: March 20, 2026
├──📋 Equipment Forms
Simplified Forms for New Users - Getting started with equipment contributions is now easier. New users see a streamlined form with just the essential fields like name, manufacturer, model number, and fixture family. Once you earn Contributor status (after 10 approved submissions), the full detailed form unlocks with all technical specs, light sources, effects, and more. You can always expand to the full form if you want to add more detail right away.
├──🔓 Permissions Update
Vendor Inventory for Staff - Editors, admins, and moderators can now access vendor inventory and location data on equipment pages without needing a Patron supporter tier.
Contributor Uploads - Contributors can now upload files (photos, documents) directly without waiting for review.
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0613-009
v0.6.1.3
Date: March 20, 2026
├──🛡 Forum Moderation
Safer Community Spaces - Forum threads and replies can now be reported for spam, harassment, or other issues. Admins have a dedicated moderation queue to review and action flagged content. Threads can be locked, hidden, or removed as needed.
Search & Edit - A new search bar lets you find threads and replies across the forums. Authors can now edit their own posts after publishing.
├──👥 Follow System
Follow Your Favorites - Organization, vendor, and venue pages now have Follow buttons. Follow the companies and venues you care about to build your personalized feed. Already following? Hover to unfollow.
├──🔧 SoftPatch
Forum Tools - Full moderation, search, editing, and reporting for SoftPatch forums. Admin panel with category management and report queue.
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0612-010
v0.6.1.2
Date: March 19, 2026
├──🐛 Fixes
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Fixed an issue where clicking the email confirmation link after signing up would land on the homepage without logging you in
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Fixed password reset emails not completing the login flow properly
├──🔧 SoftPatch
Dashboard Refresh - The SoftPatch homepage now shows recent forum activity in the sidebar so you can jump into active discussions. New Listings have moved front and center below the feed with photo thumbnails. If you represent multiple organizations, you can now choose which one you're posting as when creating a feed post.
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0611-011
v0.6.1.1
Date: March 19, 2026
├──🏠 Partner Hub
Redesigned Partner Page - The Partner page is now a tabbed hub with everything in one place: your supporter tier, Spotlights dashboard, perks, and services. Navigate between tabs with a clean top nav, and bookmark specific sections with URL hashes.
├──🔦 Spotlight Improvements
Buy More Spotlights - Need more Spotlight tokens? You can now purchase additional tokens directly from the Spotlights tab. A new progress bar shows how many you've used and how many are available.
├──🔧 Fixes
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Equipment pages now use readable URLs (e.g., /fixtures/adj-encore-burst-rgbw-ip) instead of raw IDs after saving
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Fixed duplicate manufacturer names appearing in equipment URLs
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0610-012
v0.6.1.0
Date: March 19, 2026
├──🎉 Go Free
Everything is Free - RiderReady is now completely free for all users. The old membership tiers (LOCAL, Working Pass, AAA All Access) have been removed. Every feature — equipment database, SoftPatch marketplace, AI Search, TourReady availability, and custom lists — is available to every signed-in user at no cost.
├──💎 Supporter Tiers
Recognition, Not Access - Supporter tiers (Sponsor $5/mo, Patron $15/mo, Premier $50/mo) are now purely recognition-based monthly subscriptions. They unlock badges, Spotlights, and early access to new features — but they no longer gate any core functionality. Upgrading and downgrading is handled automatically with prorated billing.
├──🔦 Spotlights
Shine a Light on What Matters - Supporter tiers now include Spotlight tokens you can use to promote organizations, vendors, SoftPatch listings, and user profiles. Sponsor gets 1, Patron gets 3, Premier gets 7. Place them on the things you want to see succeed and watch the visibility stack as others do the same.
Community-Driven Visibility - Spotlights from multiple users stack into three tiers: Noticed (1+), Featured (3+), and Headliner (5+). Each tier increases the entity's visibility with badges, styling, and premium placement. You can place up to 3 of your spotlights on the same target.
Manage Your Spotlights - A new Spotlights dashboard on the Partner page lets you see your allocations, current placements, and available tokens. Place or remove spotlights right from entity pages with the new Spotlight button.
├──🔧 SoftPatch
Full Access for Everyone - All SoftPatch marketplace features are now available to every authenticated user. No more tier requirements for creating listings or accessing the map.
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0605-013
v0.6.0.5
Date: March 18, 2026
├──⭐ Premier Tier
Founder is Now Premier - The "Founder" supporter tier has been renamed to "Premier" everywhere on the platform. If you were a Founder supporter, you're now a Premier member with all the same perks plus early access to new features.
Premier Club - The Founders Club Discord channel has been renamed to Premier Club. Same exclusive access, new name.
├──🎭 Backstage Early Access
Premier-Exclusive Feature - The Backstage artist portal is now the first Early Access feature, available exclusively to Premier tier supporters. Manage your artist profile, tours, team, and technical riders in a standalone experience built for touring professionals.
├──🔑 Early Access Page
See What's Available - A new Early Access page shows which features are currently available to Premier members, with direct access links for subscribers and upgrade options for everyone else.
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0604-014
v0.6.0.4
Date: March 18, 2026
├──🏕 Camp
See Your Sent Requests - The Camp Requests tab now shows both incoming requests and requests you've sent. Sent requests appear in their own "Sent" section with a Cancel button so you can withdraw a pending request without needing to visit the other person's profile.
├──🎨 Logo Backgrounds
Dark Logo Support - Vendor and organization logos now display on either a light or dark background, matching the preference set by admins. Logos with transparent backgrounds on dark-colored brands now look correct instead of washed out.
├──🏠 Homepage
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"Founders Club" section renamed to "Premier Partners"
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0603-015
v0.6.0.3
Date: March 18, 2026
├──⚡ Performance
Faster Featured Partners - Logo changes and homepage feature toggles now show within about a minute instead of up to five. The featured partners section loads faster and no longer shows stale logos after an edit.
Faster Vendor Pages - Vendor detail pages now load significantly faster after saving edits, with database queries running in parallel instead of one at a time.
├──🐛 Fixes
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Fixed vendors sometimes linking to an empty organization page instead of their full vendor profile on the homepage
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0602-016
v0.6.0.2
Date: March 18, 2026
├──⭐ Founders Club
Homepage Founders Club - Founder-level featured partners now get their own dedicated section above the scrolling ticker on the homepage. Larger logos with a gold border, always visible — no scrolling, no grayscale. Regular featured partners continue to appear in the scrolling ticker below.
├──🔧 Admin Improvements
Featured Placement Levels - Admins can now set whether a partner appears in the Founders Club section or the regular Featured Partners ticker using a simple dropdown.
Updated Supporter Tiers - Admin tier dropdowns and filters updated to reflect the new tier names: Free, Sponsor, Patron, and Founder.
├──🤝 Partner Page
Coming Soon - Subscribe buttons temporarily replaced with "Coming Soon" while Stripe checkout is being set up. Concierge contact links now go directly to support@riderready.live.
├──🐛 Bug Fixes
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Fixed "Patch In" friend request button not working — requests were silently failing instead of sending
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0601-017
v0.6.0.1
Date: March 18, 2026
├──🐛 Bug Fixes
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Fixed vendor, organization, and equipment profile editing failing with "not found" errors
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Fixed follow/unfollow not working on some profile pages
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SoftPatch forum pages now always show fresh content
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0600-018
v0.6.0.0
Date: March 17, 2026
├──🎉 Everything is Free
No More Paywalls - Every feature on RiderReady is now free for all registered users. AI-powered search, advanced filters, the full vendor and venue directories, SoftPatch marketplace, compare & export, unlimited lists — all of it is available at no cost. No tiers, no gates, no paywalls.
Why? Our goal has always been to build the best resource for the live production industry. We realized that locking features behind tiers was slowing that down. The more people who can use and contribute to the platform, the better it gets for everyone. So we opened the doors.
Support RiderReady - If you want to help keep this running, we've introduced new supporter tiers — Sponsor, Patron, and Founder — that offer recognition perks like profile styling, leaderboard flair, XP multipliers, and early feature access. No features are gated behind them. Existing subscribers are grandfathered at their current rate. Visit Partner for details.
Open Contributions - All signed-in users can now submit new equipment and edits directly, without needing contributor status first. Get 10 submissions approved and you'll be automatically promoted to Contributor with a progress bar to track your journey.
├──🤝 Supporter Tiers & Partner
Vendor Inventory Access - Browsing a vendor's full inventory is now a perk for Patron and Founder supporters. Vendor owners and team members still see their own inventory. If you're not a Patron yet, you'll see what's available and a prompt to upgrade.
Partner on Your Homepage - Logged-in users now see a Partner section on the homepage showing all three supporter tiers with full perks and pricing. Like all homepage sections, you can drag it to reorder or dismiss it. There's also a new Partner macro button you can add to your macro bar.
├──🎤 Backstage Artist Portal
Manage Your Artist Presence - A new private portal at /backstage lets artists and their teams manage their profile, tours, show dates, team members, and technical riders. Features a sleek top navigation with a warm gold accent theme.
Tour Planning - Create and manage tours with show dates, venues, and status tracking. Upload and publish your technical rider with a public URL at /r/artist-slug that anyone can view.
├──📦 Equipment Database
Reviews for Every Type - Leave reviews on any piece of equipment in the database — amplifiers, consoles, generators, trusses, chain hoists, and all 30+ categories. The reviews page has powerful filtering by department, equipment type, and sort mode with rich dimension-by-dimension rating cards.
Discussion Threads - Every equipment page, organization, tour, venue, and user profile now has a Discussion tab for threaded conversations.
15 Industry Departments - RiderReady now recognizes 15 distinct touring departments from Lighting and Audio through Scenic, Wardrobe, Creative, Network/IT, Transport, and Hospitality. Select multiple specialties on your profile.
Quick Add Mode - Adding new equipment shows only the essentials by default. Click "Show all fields" for the full form.
Smarter Browsing - Tile view, saved filter presets, persistent filters, Match All mode, and dozens of new filter options across every equipment category.
├──📎 Field Citations
Cite Your Sources - Attach source citations to individual equipment fields. Open the document viewer alongside your form, highlight text in a PDF or web page, and the value fills automatically with a link back to where it came from. Draw bounding boxes for scanned PDFs. AI extraction now automatically creates citations for every field it fills.
GDTF Derivation Notes - Every auto-extracted GDTF value now includes a note explaining exactly how it was calculated, with cross-reference navigation between elements.
├──💬 Community & Forums
Discussion Forums - Built-in forums organized into 12 department categories. Start threads, reply with nesting, upvote helpful posts, bookmark threads. Write in GitHub-flavored markdown with @-mention support for equipment, manufacturers, vendors, and users.
Open Mic - Ask questions and get answers from the RiderReady community.
Earn XP on SoftPatch - Forum threads (50 XP), replies (25 XP), upvotes received (10 XP), and marketplace listings (50 XP) all count toward your RiderReady XP.
├──🏕 Camp
Your Trusted Network - Build your touring network with mutual "Patch In" connections. Camp members' endorsements are highlighted on profiles. Browse your Camp's activity feed, tag members by department, and block users you don't want to interact with. Notifications keep you informed of requests and acceptances.
├──🏢 Organizations
Unified Dashboard - The organization dashboard adapts to your org type with a new org switcher, team management with role changes, and inline profile editing. Organizations can declare relationships with each other — carries, distributes, represents, partners.
Unified Access - Organization permissions are now completely separate from your platform role. Manage multiple organizations without conflicts.
├──🗺 Maps & Venues
Mapbox Maps - All vendor and location maps upgraded to Mapbox GL for smoother interactions and better dark mode styling.
Venue Directory - Browse production venues with filters for type, capacity, location, rigging, and union status. Venue detail pages show comprehensive production specs across 8 sections — everything a touring professional needs to advance a venue, in one place.
├──🎨 Visual Refresh
Custom SVG Icons - Hand-crafted icons for every equipment type and directory entity at four detail levels. Power distribution icons show industry-standard cam-lock color coding.
Single-Scroll Pages - Equipment, organization, and vendor pages flow in a single scroll with sticky section navigation instead of the old tabbed sidebar.
Marketing Pages - Redesigned Features, Partners, About, Community, Support, and all guide pages with a fresh cohesive look. Changelog hero with hex pattern background.
Page Transitions - Smooth iris transitions when switching between RiderReady and SoftPatch, inspired by follow spots.
├──🔗 SoftPatch
SoftPatch 0.2.0 - Own visual identity with dedicated typography and toolbar, support center with 6 guide pages, Camp social connections, community forums, XP integration, TourReady expansion, and marketplace enhancements. See the SoftPatch changelog for the full breakdown.
├──🧹 Improvements
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Slug-based URLs for equipment, organizations, vendors, and profiles (old UUID links still work)
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Notification banner for site-wide announcements and tips
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Dev server startup dramatically faster with cleaner process management
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Contributor status banner redesigned with specific XP earning actions
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Survey system removed
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Old contributor and staff pages replaced by community hub
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0531-019
v0.5.3.1
Date: March 2, 2026
├──🔧 Bug Fixes
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Equipment database pages that were returning errors are now fully operational across all 35+ equipment types
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Organization profile edits now save and display correctly on the first try
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Compare pages, search, AI search, favorites, and lists all work reliably again
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Organization team invitations now complete successfully
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New organizations are created in the correct database table
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v0.5.3.0
Date: March 1, 2026
├──🎛 Dashboard Redesign
Unified Dashboard Experience - Every dashboard in RiderReady has been redesigned with a consistent new look. Animated stat counters at the top show your key numbers at a glance, content is organized into labeled sections, and a live activity feed keeps you up to date. The admin dashboard now shows a two-column layout with pending queues on the left and platform activity on the right.
Moderator Dashboard - Moderators now have a real dashboard landing page instead of being redirected straight to SoftPatch. See your pending listings, published count, reports, and quick links to moderation tools.
Organization Overview - Vendor and manufacturer dashboards open to a new Overview tab showing your locations, products or inventory, team size, and any pending actions that need attention.
Sidebar Refresh - The dashboard sidebar navigation across all roles has been updated with clean SVG icons replacing the old emoji icons, giving the entire app a more polished and professional feel.
├──🏢 Organization Relationships
Connect With Other Organizations - Organizations can now declare relationships with each other. Vendors can show which brands they carry, manufacturers can list their authorized dealers, and any org can designate service partners. These connections appear on your organization's profile and help others discover your network.
Edit Your Profile Inline - Update your organization's name, contact info, departments, social links, and logo directly from the dashboard without navigating to a separate form.
Onboarding for New Organizations - New vendors and manufacturers now see step-by-step getting started guidance on the homepage when they haven't set up locations, inventory, or equipment yet. Dashboard links throughout have been corrected to always point to the right place.
├──🎛 Dashboard Shortcuts for Every Role
Role-Specific Macros - Every dashboard role now has a dedicated shortcut button on the homepage. Editors, moderators, contributors, and manufacturers all get a one-click link to their dashboard, pre-configured in the default macro grid. Your homepage shortcuts are now tailored to your role from the start.
├──👥 Community Pages
Redesigned Community Hub - The Staff, Contributors, Leaderboard, and XP Guide pages have been rebuilt with a fresh marketing-style layout. Clean section dividers, animated stat counters, and a consistent nav header across all community pages.
├──🔗 SoftPatch v0.1.4 — Own Identity
Standalone Toolbar - SoftPatch now has its own toolbar with direct links to Map, TourReady, Feed, Services, Gear, and Spaces. Shows your enrollment tier and a one-click switcher between RiderReady and SoftPatch.
Community Feed - Browse and interact with community posts on the new Feed tab, accessible from the top-level SoftPatch navigation.
Adaptive Landing Page - The SoftPatch homepage now shows a personalized view for logged-in users with quick actions and your listings, while visitors see a full marketing page with map preview and feature breakdowns.
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Dashboard sidebar navigation now correctly highlights the active page during server-side rendering
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Fixed inventory column references in the equipment review approval flow
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List item counts now update correctly across all list views
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v0.5.2.0
Date: March 1, 2026
├──📱 Single-Scroll Detail Pages
Modern Product Page Layout - Equipment, organization, and vendor detail pages have been completely redesigned. Instead of a narrow sidebar with tabs that hide content, everything now flows in a single scroll — just like browsing a product listing on Amazon or LinkedIn. A hero section at the top shows the image, name, and key specs at a glance, followed by full-width content sections you can scroll through naturally.
Sticky Navigation - A lightweight section nav sticks to the top as you scroll, highlighting where you are on the page. Click any section label to jump straight to it.
Works Great on Mobile - The new layout is mobile-first. On small screens, the hero stacks the image above the info and all sections flow full-width. No more sidebar overlays or cramped tab panels.
├──🔗 Slug URLs in Search
Readable Links Everywhere - Search results across all search bars now link to equipment pages using human-readable slugs instead of UUIDs. Whether you find a fixture through the toolbar search, home page search, or AI search, clicking it takes you to a clean URL like /equipment/lighting/fixtures/martin-mac-aura-xb.
├──🚀 Performance & UX
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Equipment detail pages now load faster with fewer API calls
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Unrated fixtures show a prominent "Be the First to Review" button on the performance radar chart
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Fixed stale field names in vendor inventory stats and hot inventory components
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0510-022
v0.5.1.0
Date: February 28, 2026
├──🏢 Unified Organization System
One Dashboard, All Org Types - Vendors, manufacturers, and all other organization types now share a single unified dashboard at /organization. The dashboard automatically adapts based on your org type — vendors see an Inventory tab, manufacturers see Products, and everyone gets Profile, Locations, and Team management. A new org switcher lets you toggle between multiple organizations instantly.
Keep Your Role - Joining an organization no longer changes your platform role. If you're an admin and you claim a vendor, you stay an admin. Organization permissions are now completely separate from platform permissions.
Edit Your Own Equipment - Organization members can now directly edit their own equipment across all 30+ types without pending review. Browse pages now feature Register/Claim CTAs in the sidebar and empty state.
├──🔗 Slug-Based URLs
Human-Readable Links Everywhere - URLs across the entire platform now use readable slugs instead of UUIDs. Equipment pages show names like /equipment/lighting/fixtures/martin-mac-aura-xb, organizations use /organizations/martin-professional, vendors use their slug, and user profiles use /users/johndoe. All old UUID links continue to work — nothing breaks.
├──🎨 Marketing Pages
New Features & Partners Pages - Brand new /features and /partners pages showcase what RiderReady offers. The About, Community, Roles, Support, Privacy, Terms, and Touring Pro pages have all been redesigned with a fresh, cohesive marketing look using new reusable components. The Contributor Guide, Getting Started, Vendor Guide, and SoftPatch Guide pages now match.
Changelog Redesign - The changelog pages for both RiderReady and SoftPatch have a new hero section with a fresh look over the hex background.
SoftPatch Landing - The SoftPatch homepage has been redesigned with the new marketing component system.
Refreshed Background - The hexagonal background pattern across the app now matches the clean, subtle outline style from the new marketing pages. Login, signup, macros, and membership pages all feature the updated look.
├──🔧 Fixes
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Organization dashboard Team tab now loads correctly for manufacturers
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Admin panel role assignment now properly links users to their organization
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Vendor dashboard routes now redirect to the unified organization dashboard
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Organization applications API no longer errors on FK joins
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All equipment types now have Browse macros (5 were missing)
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Vendor shortcut buttons now route to the correct organization dashboard
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0500-023
v0.5.0.0
Date: February 27, 2026
├──🎛️ Macro Configuration Page
Full-Page Macro Editor - Your homepage macro buttons now have a dedicated configuration page at Profile > Macros. Two-column layout with a drag-and-drop 5x2 grid, a color picker, saved layouts, and a browsable library of every available macro. Access it from the gear icon on the homepage macro grid.
Saved Layouts - Save your current macro arrangement as a named layout, then load it back anytime. Layouts sync across devices so your setup follows you.
Color Picker - Select any macro and pick from 12 color themes arranged by hue. The icon and accent line update instantly to match your choice.
Every Equipment Type - 32 new "Add" macros covering all equipment types across 7 departments. One-tap shortcuts to add fixtures, consoles, projectors, microphones, truss, generators, pyro, and everything in between.
├──🏠 Rearrangeable Homepage
Drag-and-Drop Sections - Every section on the homepage — Macros, Database Pools, SoftPatch, and all widgets — is now individually rearrangeable. Grab the drag handle on any section header and move it wherever you want. Your order saves automatically and syncs across devices.
Dismiss & Restore - Don't need a section? Hit the X to hide it. Open the [ CUSTOMIZE ] panel at the top to see everything you've hidden and bring it back with one click.
Contribute Badges - Database pool cards now show a "CONTRIBUTE" badge for non-contributor users, linking directly to the contributor application. Already a contributor or above? The badges won't appear.
SoftPatch Dashboard - The SoftPatch section for enrolled users is now a map-backdrop dashboard. The interactive map fills the background while category cards (Pros, Gear, Spaces, Create) float over it with a glass effect. Your listing stats and a quick link to the full map sit along the bottom.
Department Colors - Database pool icons now use the same synesthesia color palette as the department badges on organization profile pages. Lighting is pink, Audio is blue, Video is purple, and so on — consistent everywhere.
├──🧭 New Toolbar & Navigation
Rebuilt Toolbar - The toolbar has been completely rebuilt with a modern minimal design. Clean layout with your logo, navigation buttons, inline search, notifications, and a product switcher all in one bar.
Slide-Down Navigation - Click Equipment, Orgs, or Vendors in the toolbar to open a slide-down panel with categorized links. Equipment shows department tabs (Lighting, SFX, Video, Audio, Staging, Backline, Site) with category grids underneath. Orgs shows all 8 organization types. Vendors shows all 10 vendor types. Each link opens the browse page pre-filtered to that category.
Notification Center - Pending edits, contributor tasks, and vendor alerts are combined into a single bell icon with a count badge. Click to see a breakdown of each notification type with direct links.
Product Switcher - A switcher button at the far right of the toolbar lets you jump between RiderReady and SoftPatch in one click.
Mobile Navigation - Streamlined mobile bar with a centered Menu button that drops down a 3-column nav grid. Notifications, user menu, and product switcher stay accessible on the right.
SoftPatch Toolbar - SoftPatch now has its own dedicated toolbar with direct links to Map, TourReady, Services, Gear, and Spaces.
├──🎨 Background & UI Polish
Hexagonal Background - The animated constellation video has been replaced with a clean hexagonal grid pattern. Dark grey honeycomb with thick outlines and a radial vignette that fades the edges. Static, lightweight, and always on.
Tier Border Colors - AAA border lines are now gold instead of burgundy. Working Pass border lines are now orange instead of navy. This applies to console windows, toolbars, search bars, the status bar, and SoftPatch sections. Background fills are unchanged.
Console Banner & Tickers - The console banner and tickers now sit inside the main content area with a tier-aware border (gold for AAA, orange for Working Pass) instead of stretching full-width.
AAA Homepage Feature - The AAA tier card on the membership page now highlights "Homepage feature for organizations and vendors" with premium gold styling.
Featured Partners Fix - Logo links on the homepage now correctly open the organization or vendor page.
├──📐 Full-Width Widget Redesign
All 16 sidebar widgets have been redesigned for full-width display. Every widget that was previously a ~300px sidebar card is now a proper horizontal section that uses the full page width.
Hotlines & Rep Bars - Vendor and organization hotlines are now single-row bars with phone number, hours, and an OPEN/CLOSED badge. Rep cards are horizontal identity bars with logo, name, stats, and action buttons — all in one line.
Action Cards & Survey - Add Equipment, Role Applications, and the Survey CTA are now compact horizontal grids instead of tall stacked cards. The survey section now includes membership tier cards showing LOCAL, WORKING, and AAA plans with pricing and features.
XP & Status Dashboards - Contributor Status, XP Rank, and Get Involved widgets are now 2-row dashboard strips: rank badge and stats on top, tier progress bars on the bottom. Admin Control is a 4-column grid instead of 4 stacked sections.
Lists & SoftPatch - Top Favorites, Hot Inventory, Reviews, and Requests are now responsive multi-column grids showing more items at once. The SoftPatch teaser is a single horizontal row with blurred thumbnails, stats, and a CTA button.
├──🏢 Organizations
Unified Organization System - Manufacturers, software companies, and future entity types now live under a single Organizations umbrella. Browse all organizations in one place, or filter by type. Each organization type has its own specialized fields while sharing a common profile, contact info, and rep system.
Software Companies - New organization type for software companies. Add platforms like design & visualization tools, control software, production management apps, and networking infrastructure with details like pricing model, supported platforms, and documentation links.
Organization Reps - The manufacturer rep system now extends to all organization types. Brand reps can claim and manage any organization, not just manufacturers.
Multi-Type Organizations - An organization can now be tagged with multiple types at once. ETC makes lighting fixtures AND control software? Tag them as both Manufacturer and Software.
8 Organization Types - Organizations now cover the full live events ecosystem: Manufacturer, Software, Association, Media, Education, Venue, Promoter, and Agency. Add industry unions like IATSE, publications like PLSN, schools like Full Sail, venues like MSG, and talent agencies all in one directory. Filter by type on the browse page.
Vendor Service Categories - Vendors aren't just rental houses anymore. New company types for Catering, Transportation/Bus, Freight/Trucking, Staffing/Labor, Insurance, and Warehousing cover every touring support service. Plus a new Service Specializations field for granular classification.
├──🛠️ Bug Fixes
Work History Save Fix - Fixed an issue where adding work experience could fail with "Failed to save entry." This affected users with 3+ years of industry experience whose profiles hadn't yet been auto-verified.
Admin Organization Applications Fix - Fixed an error that prevented the admin organizations page from loading applications and claims.
Macro Button Fix - Fixed a hydration error caused by a nested button inside the macro remove button.
Map Loading Fix - Fixed "Style is not done loading" error on the SoftPatch map preview.
Drag-and-Drop Fix - Fixed an issue where homepage sections weren't rearranging smoothly during drag-and-drop.
Organizations Page Fix - Fixed an issue where the organizations page showed 0 results due to an API response key mismatch.
Organization Form Fix - Fixed save-and-redirect flow in the organization add/edit form.
Consoles Count Fix - The CONSOLES pool card on the homepage now correctly shows the count instead of 0.
Directory Cleanup - Removed placeholder cards (VENUES, CREW & LABOR, FREIGHT, COACH / BUS) from the homepage directory pool that weren't linked to anything.
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0501-024
v0.5.0.1
Date: February 28, 2026
├──Improvements
Equipment Request Linking - The equipment request fulfillment system now works across all 34 equipment types, not just lighting fixtures. When claiming an equipment request, the add form auto-populates with the requested item name and brand.
GDTF Importer Improvements - Better geometry-tree-based color mixing detection and CTO/CTB/CTC color temperature range extraction for more accurate fixture profiles.
├──Bug Fixes
Organization Applications Fix - Fixed an error that prevented the admin organizations page from loading manufacturer applications and claims.
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04161-025
v0.4.16.1
Date: February 27, 2026
├──Improvements
Editor Filter Bookmarks - The editor dashboard filter (Pending, Approved, Rejected, etc.) now syncs with the URL. You can bookmark a specific filter view or use browser back/forward to navigate between filters.
Dashboard Navigation - Fixed sidebar link highlighting and navigation in nested dashboard views.
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04160-026
v0.4.16.0
Date: February 26, 2026
├──📊 Dashboards
Compact Request Tables - Contributor and editor dashboards now display requests in a dense, scannable table instead of tall full-width cards. Click any row to expand it inline with full details and action buttons. Significantly faster to browse with 100+ items.
Department Filtering - Contributors can filter requests by department with color-coded pills: Lighting, Audio, Video, Staging, Backline, Site Equipment, and SFX. Editors can filter by entity type: Fixture, Brand, Vendor, Console, Dimmer, Power Dist, and Data Issue.
Search & Sort - Both dashboards have a search bar that filters by name and manufacturer/submitter. Column headers are clickable to sort by name, date, or submitter.
Compact Status Bar - The five large stat cards are replaced with a single row of small status pills. XP progress bars moved to the sidebar for contributors.
Collapsible Panels - Onboarding guide and submission notifications are now collapsible, keeping focus on the request list.
├──🏷️ Brands & Departments
Manufacturers are now Brands - The "Manufacturers" section has been renamed to "Brands" everywhere in the app. Whether it's a hardware maker, software developer, or both — they're all brands. Navigation, search, forms, and role labels all updated.
Software Department - New department for software companies with four subcategories: Design & Visualization, Control & Programming, Production Management, and Networking & Infrastructure. Software brands get a teal </> badge in the department system.
Multi-Department Brands - A brand can now span multiple departments. ETC makes lighting fixtures and control software? Tag them as Lighting + Software. Vectorworks makes design tools? Tag them as Software.
Company Type Multi-Select - Brands can now be tagged with multiple company types at once (e.g., Manufacturer + Software). New "Software" option added for software-only companies.
├──📄 Brand Pages
Single-Scroll Layout - Brand pages now display all content on one scrollable page instead of separate tabs. Company overview, catalog, vendors, and locations flow together with a sticky navigation bar that tracks your position.
Vendors Section - See which rental vendors carry a brand's equipment, with item counts and direct links to vendor profiles.
├──🏠 Homepage
Featured Partners - Paying AAA brand and vendor partners now get their logo featured on the homepage in a scrolling ticker. Logos link directly to the brand or vendor page, and appear in full color on hover.
├──📋 Survey & Recruitment
New Contributor Survey - The SoftPatch Feedback survey has been replaced with "Grow the Database" — a new survey focused on recruiting contributors, editors, and vendors to help build the most comprehensive equipment database in live production.
More Equipment Types - The contributor request system now accepts all 34 equipment types across 7 departments, up from just fixtures and lighting consoles.
├──🔗 SoftPatch v0.1.3 — Rendering & Previz Skills
Carbon - Carbon added to the lighting software skill set, alongside WYSIWYG, Capture, Depence, and other previz tools.
Unreal Engine - Added to both lighting and video software skill sets. Whether you're using it for previz, virtual production, or real-time content, you can now list it on your profile under the department that fits your workflow.
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04155-027
v0.4.15.5
Date: February 26, 2026
├──🔍 Locate Tab & Filter Cleanup
Locate Tab for Everyone - The Locate tab on equipment detail pages is now accessible to all logged-in users. Vendor inventory and map data require AAA membership, with a clear indicator and link to learn more.
Cleaner Browse Filters - Removed the SoftPatch Listings filter from all equipment browse pages for a simpler sidebar experience.
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04154-028
v0.4.15.4
Date: February 26, 2026
├──🏭 Manufacturer Listing Fix
Instant Visibility - Manufacturers now appear on the listing page immediately after being added. Previously, browser caching could delay new entries from showing up for several minutes.
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04153-029
v0.4.15.3
Date: February 26, 2026
├──🔍 Unified Browse Experience
Streamlined Compare - Every equipment card now has a quick-compare icon right next to the favorite heart. Tap it on two or more items and hit Compare — no more selecting, then adding, then comparing. Three clicks instead of five.
Smarter Sorting for Free Users - Browse pages now show basic sort options (Recently Added, Name, Popularity) to everyone. Type-specific sorts like Watts, Weight, or Capacity unlock with a Working Pass.
Focused Filters for Free Users - Free users see the Classification filter section (Manufacturer, Type, Class). Advanced filters like range sliders, boolean toggles, and specialty sections unlock with a Working Pass — with a clear indicator showing what's available.
Consistent Across All Equipment - These changes apply to all 34 equipment browse pages at once, including the custom fixtures page. Same experience whether you're browsing amplifiers, chain hoists, or lighting fixtures.
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04152-030
v0.4.15.2
Date: February 26, 2026
├──🌫️ Atmospheric Fixtures Editor
Atmospheric Sections in Fixtures Form - Selecting atmospheric family in the fixtures editor now reveals two new sections: Fluid System (fluid type, heat exchanger, capacity, consumption rate) and Output & Dispersion (output volume, warm-up time, direction, and mounting/ducting options). Lighting-only sections hide automatically.
Effect Type Classification - Atmospheric fixtures now have a dedicated effect type dropdown in the classification area: Hazer, Fogger, Low-Lying Fogger, Snow, Cryo, or Bubble.
More Atmospheric Classes - Fixture class picker now includes Hazer, Fogger, Low-Lying Fogger, Snow Machine, and Bubble Machine alongside the existing Brain class.
AI Extract & GDTF Import - Both AI Extract and GDTF import now handle all atmospheric-specific fields. Upload a spec sheet or GDTF file for a fog machine and it populates fluid type, capacity, output volume, warm-up time, and more automatically.
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04151-031
v0.4.15.1
Date: February 26, 2026
├──🏭 Manufacturer Rep Teams
Team Management for Manufacturers - Manufacturers now have the same multi-rep team system as vendors. Manage your team from a new Team tab on the manufacturer dashboard — see current members, approve or reject incoming claims, invite new reps by email, and revoke pending invitations.
Email Invitations - Invite team members by email directly from the Team tab. Invitees receive a branded email with a one-click link to join your manufacturer profile. No account needed yet — the link walks them through signup if they're new.
Claim Notifications - When someone claims your manufacturer profile, all existing reps get an email notification. Approve or reject the claim from the Team tab instead of waiting for an admin.
Manufacturers on Free Tier - The membership page now highlights that both vendors and manufacturers can claim and manage their profiles at no cost on the free LOCAL tier.
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04150-032
v0.4.15.0
Date: February 25, 2026
├──🎫 Membership Page Refresh
Public Beta Pricing - The membership page now makes it crystal clear that these are Public Beta rates. A new header explains that you can contribute to the database, submit reviews, and earn XP to unlock Working Pass and AAA — no credit card required.
Tour Laminate Cards - Tier cards now look and feel like real tour laminates with punch-holes at the top and unique serial numbers at the bottom. Each card shows a "Public Beta" label and paid tiers display a green "Beta Rate" badge.
Vendor Profile for Free - The free LOCAL tier now highlights that vendors can claim and manage their business profile at no cost.
Survey Trial Fix - The survey trial CTA now correctly says "7 Days" to match the actual trial duration.
Homepage Contributor Push - The "Why RiderReady" section now focuses on how you can contribute: Rate Gear, Add Specs, Map Your Gear, and Build Your Rep.
Security - Closed row-level security vulnerabilities identified in audit.
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04141-033
v0.4.14.1
Date: February 25, 2026
├──💳 Annual Subscriptions
Save 20% with Annual Billing - Both Working Pass and AAA now offer annual subscription plans. Working Pass is $77/year (vs $96 monthly) and AAA is $240/year (vs $300 monthly). Annual plans are the same Stripe subscriptions you know - just billed once a year instead of monthly.
Clearer Checkout Options - The membership page now shows three options for each tier: Annual (best value, highlighted), Monthly, and a 30-day one-time pass clearly marked as non-recurring. The AAA unlock modal also leads with the annual option.
├──Improved GDTF Import
Smarter Light Source Detection - The GDTF importer now walks each DMX mode's geometry tree to accurately detect which light sources, beams, and pixels a fixture actually uses. This eliminates false positives from template geometries and correctly handles multi-pixel fixtures with nested geometry references.
Power & Pixel Count from GDTF - Fixture light source entries now automatically populate wattage (from beam PowerConsumption) and visual segment count (number of independently-addressable outputs) when importing GDTF files. Multi-pixel fixtures like LED panels and battens get accurate per-source totals.
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04140-034
v0.4.14.0
Date: February 25, 2026
├──💥 SFX Department
Special Effects Equipment - Four new equipment databases for the SFX department: Atmospherics (fog, haze, low fog machines), Cryo Effects (CO2 jets, cryo cannons), Pyro Effects (flame projectors, spark machines, gerbs), and Confetti Systems (confetti launchers, streamer cannons, snow machines).
Atmospheric Machines with GDTF - Atmospheric machines share the lighting fixtures database (some fog machines have built-in LEDs and DMX control). Import specs from GDTF files or use AI Extract from manufacturer pages. Track fluid type, capacity, output volume, warm-up time, heat exchanger type, mounting options, and more.
Cryo, Pyro & Confetti - Each type has its own dedicated database with fields tailored to the equipment: throw distance and CO2 consumption for cryo, flame height and safety distances for pyro, launcher types and media options for confetti. All include DMX control specs and safety ratings.
Full Feature Parity - Every SFX type has the full equipment experience: browse with filters, detail pages with Specs/Safety/Control/Docs/Locate tabs, add/edit forms with AI Extract, compare pages, likes, vendor inventory support, and contributor guide links.
SFX in Navigation - New SFX tab in the equipment menu between Video and Staging. SFX hub page shows all four categories at a glance. SFX card added to the main equipment databases page.
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04131-035
v0.4.13.1
Date: February 24, 2026
├──Unit Conversion System
Imperial/Metric Toggle for All Equipment - All 29 equipment forms now fully support switching between imperial and metric units. Toggle your preference and see all measurement fields update instantly - heights in feet or meters, weights in pounds or kilograms, volumes in gallons or liters, and more.
Lossless Unit Conversion - Switching between imperial and metric no longer causes values to drift. A 25mm dimension will always display as 0.98 inches and convert back to exactly 25mm, not 24.9mm.
Dynamic Unit Labels - Field labels now update to show the active unit system (e.g., "Platform Height (m)" becomes "Platform Height (ft)" in imperial mode).
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04130-036
v0.4.13.0
Date: February 24, 2026
├──📦 Vendor Inventory Manager
Dedicated Inventory Page for Vendor Reps - Vendor reps now have a full-page inventory management system at /vendor/inventory with four tabs: Overview, Inventory, Add Equipment, and Community Reports. Previously inventory management was crammed into a single tab on the vendor dashboard.
Inventory Dashboard - The Overview tab shows at-a-glance stats: total items, unique equipment models, a department breakdown bar, pending community reports, and items without a location assignment.
Searchable Inventory Table - The Inventory tab is a full-featured table with search, filter by department/location/source/condition, and sort by name/manufacturer/type/quantity. Edit quantity, condition, and location inline without opening a form. Select multiple items for bulk removal.
Add Any Equipment Type - The Add Equipment tab searches across all 30 equipment types at once. Browse by department and type, then add items with a location, quantity, and condition. Can't find what you need? Use "Request It" to submit an equipment request without leaving the page, or "Add It Yourself" to jump directly to the full equipment form.
Community Reports Review - The Community Reports tab shows all pending reports from community members in one place. See confidence scores and vote counts at a glance. Adopt reports to add them to your official inventory, dismiss incorrect ones, or bulk-adopt multiple reports at once.
All 30 Equipment Types in Inventory Picker - The inventory picker modal used by editors and admins on public vendor pages now includes all 30 equipment types. Previously only 13 of 30 types were available.
Tabbed Equipment Menu - The equipment dropdown in the toolbar now uses department tabs (Lighting, Audio, Video, Staging, Backline, Site) instead of a long scrolling list. The active tab follows your current page automatically.
Inline Vendor Application - Clicking "Register / Claim" on the vendors page now opens the application form directly instead of navigating to a separate page. Updated messaging clarifies that claiming is free and doesn't require AAA membership.
Trial User Admin View - The admin users page trial filter now shows all trial users including expired ones. Expired trials are marked with a red badge and expiration date so admins can see the full trial history at a glance.
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04120-037
v0.4.12.0
Date: February 24, 2026
├──📁 Universal Equipment Documents
Documents for Every Equipment Type - Upload and manage documents (manuals, datasheets, firmware, videos, CAD drawings, brochures, and more) on any equipment type across all 30 pools. Previously only fixtures and lighting consoles supported document attachments. Now microphones, amplifiers, trusses, generators, projectors, and every other equipment type have full document support on both detail pages and edit forms.
Department-Tailored Categories - Each department gets the document categories that matter most. Lighting equipment includes photometric data and GDTF. Consoles and audio gear include firmware and software downloads. Staging and site equipment include CAD drawings. Video equipment gets all of the above. Categories appear in both the document uploader and the organized document viewer on detail pages.
Instant Manufacturer Add - When creating a new manufacturer from an equipment form, it now appears in the manufacturer dropdown immediately without needing to refresh the page.
Homepage Stats Fix - The homepage now correctly shows counts for trusses, stage decking, chain hoists, ground supports, and roof systems in the Staging department pool.
Compare Bar on Detail Pages - The floating compare toolbar now appears when you add items to compare from any equipment detail page. Previously you could only see the compare bar from the browse/list view.
Compare Button Fix - The "Add to Compare" button on non-fixture detail pages (amplifiers, trusses, projectors, etc.) now correctly adds the right equipment type to your comparison instead of silently adding to the wrong bucket.
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04110-038
v0.4.11.0
Date: February 23, 2026
├──🏪 Vendor Onboarding & Emails
Email Notifications for Vendors - Every step of the vendor lifecycle now sends a branded email. When your application is approved, you get a welcome email with a getting-started checklist and a link to your dashboard. Rejected applications include a reason and support contact. Claim requests notify existing reps, and claimants receive approval or rejection emails with next steps.
Smart Login Redirect - Vendor reps now land directly on their vendor dashboard after logging in instead of the homepage. Manufacturer reps go to their manufacturer dashboard. No more navigating after every login.
Welcome Banner for New Vendors - First-time vendors see a getting-started checklist on their dashboard with quick links to edit their profile, add locations, list inventory, and invite team members. Dismiss it when you're ready.
├──💳 Subscription Management
Manage Subscription in User Menu - Paying members now see "Membership" and "Manage Subscription" directly in the user menu dropdown. Your current tier (AAA or Working Pass) is shown as a badge. "Manage Subscription" opens the Stripe billing portal to update payment, view invoices, or cancel - no more hunting through the membership sales page.
├──🔧 Vendor Access Fixes
Role Assignment Fixed - Three vendor onboarding paths (accepting invitations, approved claims, and direct team adds) were not properly setting the vendor rep role on user profiles. This could prevent reps from accessing role-based features even after being added to a vendor team. All three paths now correctly assign the vendor rep role.
Permission Checks Updated - Vendor location and inventory management now use the current rep verification system instead of a legacy ownership check. Reps added through invitations or claims can now manage locations and inventory as expected.
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04102-039
v0.4.10.2
Date: February 22, 2026
├──⚖️ Compare & Favorites Everywhere
Floating Compare Bar on All Equipment - The compare toolbar now appears on all 30 equipment browse pages across every department. Previously it only worked on the original 4 lighting types (Fixtures, Consoles, Dimmers, Power Distribution). Select items on any browse page to see the compare bar.
Working Favorite Buttons - The heart button on equipment detail pages now actually toggles favorites. Click to add or remove any equipment piece from your favorites list with instant visual feedback - filled red heart when favorited, outline when not.
Database Fix - Fixed an internal ID sync issue that could affect favorites and lists for newer equipment types (Audio, Video, Staging, Backline, Site Equipment).
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04101-040
v0.4.10.1
Date: February 22, 2026
├──🔋 Battery Energy Storage Database
Silent & Zero-Emission Power - The Battery Energy Storage pool is now live under Site Equipment. Browse, compare, and contribute data for mobile battery units, portable power stations, and BESS systems from manufacturers like Moxion, POWR2, Firefly, Voltstack/Caterpillar, and Instagrid.
Built for Site Electricians & Sustainability Managers - Filter by battery type (lithium-ion, lithium iron phosphate, lead acid, solid state, flow), form factor, storage class, energy capacity (kWh), power output (kW), and boolean filters for emissions-free, parallel capable, and solar input. Compare units across 5 spec categories including battery chemistry, power output, energy & runtime, connectivity, and certifications.
AI-Powered Data Import - A dedicated AI agent understands LFP vs NMC chemistry, C-rates, depth of discharge, cycle life expectations, BMS features, UL 9540/1973 certifications, inverter types, and parallel stacking configurations. Paste a product URL, upload a spec sheet, or type in specs.
Compare & Locate - Dedicated comparison page with best-value highlighting across capacity, power, cycle life, runtimes, and weight. Full vendor integration with inventory reports and interactive Locate maps.
├──🗂️ Equipment Request Dropdown
Cleaner Type Selector - The equipment request modal now uses a single dropdown grouped by department instead of a wall of buttons. All 29 equipment types organized under Lighting, Video, Audio, Staging, Backline, and Site Equipment.
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04100-041
v0.4.10.0
Date: February 22, 2026
├──🏗️ Site Equipment Department Launch
4 New Equipment Databases - The Site Equipment department is live with complete databases for Generators, Aerial Lifts, Transformers, and Temp Power Distribution. Each type has its own browse page with domain-specific filters, detail pages with tabbed specs, side-by-side comparison, add/edit forms with contributor/editor review flow, and vendor integration with interactive Locate maps.
Built for Site Electricians & Production Managers - Every filter and spec field was designed around what site power and access professionals actually need. Filter generators by type (towable, standby, inverter, PTO, mobile), fuel type, power output kW/kVA, and noise level. Compare aerial lifts by lift type (boom, scissor, personnel, spider), platform height, weight capacity, and drive type. Browse transformers by kVA rating, primary/secondary voltage, phase, and cooling type. Find temp power distribution by distribution type (spider box, disconnect, cam-lok panel), amperage rating, connector types, and circuit count.
AI-Powered Data Import - Four new dedicated AI agents understand site equipment terminology. The generator agent knows about prime vs standby ratings, fuel consumption curves, and transfer switch compatibility. The aerial lift agent extracts platform dimensions, outrigger specs, and gradeability. The transformer agent understands impedance, regulation, and tap configurations. The temp power distribution agent speaks cam-lok, Bates, and NEMA connector types. Paste a product URL, upload a spec sheet PDF, or type in specs to auto-fill forms.
Compare & Locate - All 4 site equipment types have dedicated comparison pages with best-value highlighting and shareable links. Vendor inventory, community availability reports, and interactive location maps work for every site equipment type.
├──📦 3 GB File Uploads
Supabase Storage Upgraded - The global file size limit has been increased to 3 GB to accommodate software updates, firmware files, and large documentation uploads.
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0490-042
v0.4.9.0
Date: February 21, 2026
├──🎸 Backline Department Launch
6 New Equipment Databases - The Backline department is live with complete databases for Guitars, Backline Amplifiers, Drums, Keyboards, DJ Equipment, and Orchestral Instruments. Each type has its own browse page with domain-specific filters, detail pages with tabbed specs, side-by-side comparison, add/edit forms with contributor/editor review flow, and vendor integration with interactive Locate maps.
Built for Musicians & Backline Techs - Every filter and spec field was designed around what backline professionals actually need. Filter guitars by type (electric, acoustic, bass), body style, pickup configuration, and scale length. Compare backline amplifiers by tube vs solid state, wattage, and speaker config. Browse drum kits by shell material, piece count, and kick drum size. Find keyboards by key count, action type, polyphony, and synthesis engine. Search DJ equipment by deck type, jog wheel size, and mixer channels. Explore orchestral instruments by family, tuning, and range.
AI-Powered Data Import - Six new dedicated AI agents understand backline terminology. The guitar agent knows pickup configurations and tonewoods. The keyboard agent extracts polyphony counts and synthesis types. The drum agent understands shell materials and hardware specs. Paste a product URL, upload a spec sheet PDF, or type in specs to auto-fill forms.
Compare & Locate - All 6 backline types have dedicated comparison pages with best-value highlighting and shareable links. Vendor inventory, community availability reports, and interactive location maps work for every backline equipment type.
├──🎫 Tier Overhaul
Tiers Are Now Earned, Not Given - Roles like contributor, editor, and vendor rep no longer come with automatic AAA access. Everyone earns their tier the same way: through payment, XP contributions, or completing a community survey. If you had role-based AAA, you have 30 days before it expires.
Survey Trial Now 7 Days - Completing a community survey grants 7 days of AAA access to try out premium features.
Two-Column Equipment Menu - The equipment dropdown in the toolbar has been reorganized into a cleaner two-column layout grouped by department.
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0480-043
v0.4.8.0
Date: February 19, 2026
├──🔍 Universal Search & AI Expansion
Search Everything from One Place - The toolbar search now searches across all 18 equipment types in every department. Type a name or model number and instantly see results from Lighting, Audio, Video, and Staging - plus Manufacturers and Vendors. Previously the search only covered Fixtures and Lighting Consoles.
All 4 Departments Covered - Results are grouped by department: Lighting (Fixtures, Consoles, Dimmers, Power Distribution), Audio (Amplifiers, Loudspeakers, Microphones, Mixing Consoles, Signal Processors, Wireless Systems), Video (LED Processors, Media Servers, Projectors), and Staging (Chain Hoists, Ground Supports, Roof Systems, Stage Decking, Trusses).
Smart Navigation - Click any result to go directly to its detail page. When results come from a single category, pressing Enter takes you straight to that browse page with your query pre-filtered.
AI Consultant Searches All Equipment - The AI Consultant now understands all 18 equipment types. Ask natural language questions like "QSC line array for large venue", "2 ton chain hoist BGV D8 compliant", or "30K lumen laser projector" and get filtered results from the right equipment database. Results are grouped by type with relevant specs displayed for each.
Metric/Imperial Toggle - Quick unit switching in the homepage status bar.
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v0.4.7.0
Date: February 18, 2026
├──🏗️ Staging & Rigging Department Launch
5 New Equipment Databases - The Staging & Rigging department is live with complete databases for Truss, Stage Decking, Chain Hoists, Ground Support, and Roof Systems. Each type has its own browse page with domain-specific filters, detail pages with tabbed specs, side-by-side comparison, add/edit forms with contributor/editor review flow, and vendor integration with interactive Locate maps.
Built for Riggers & Stage Managers - Every filter and spec field was designed around what staging professionals actually need. Filter trusses by type (box, triangle, ladder, circle, curved), material, and load capacity. Compare stage decking by surface material, load rating, and deck dimensions. Browse chain hoists by lift speed, capacity, and chain length. Find ground support towers by max height, sections, and wind rating. Search roof systems by span, coverage area, and structural type.
AI-Powered Data Import - Five new dedicated AI agents understand staging and rigging terminology. The truss agent knows chord sizes and connection types. The chain hoist agent extracts motor specs and duty cycles. The roof system agent understands wind load ratings and structural spans. Paste a product URL, upload a spec sheet PDF, or type in specs to auto-fill forms.
Compare & Locate - All 5 staging types have dedicated comparison pages with best-value highlighting and shareable links. Vendor inventory, community availability reports, and interactive location maps work for every staging equipment type.
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0460-045
v0.4.6.0
Date: February 18, 2026
├──🎙️ Audio Department Launch
6 New Equipment Databases - The Audio department is live with complete databases for Microphones, Mixing Consoles, Signal Processors, Loudspeakers, Amplifiers, and Wireless Systems. Each type has its own browse page with domain-specific filters, detail pages with tabbed specs, side-by-side comparison, add/edit forms, and vendor integration with interactive Locate maps.
Built for Audio Engineers - Every filter and spec field was designed around what audio professionals actually look for. Filter microphones by polar pattern, phantom power requirements, and self-noise floor. Compare mixing consoles by input channels, bus count, and network protocols. Browse loudspeakers by driver configuration, max SPL, and coverage angles. Find amplifiers by class, watts per channel at different impedances, and DSP capabilities. Search wireless systems by frequency band, diversity type, and simultaneous channel count.
AI-Powered Data Import - Six new dedicated AI agents understand audio terminology. The microphone agent knows sensitivity specs in both dBV and mV/Pa. The mixing console agent extracts Dante, AES50, and MADI protocol support. The loudspeaker agent distinguishes powered vs passive specs. Paste a product URL, upload a spec sheet PDF, or type in specs to auto-fill forms.
Compare & Locate - All 6 audio types have dedicated comparison pages with best-value highlighting and shareable links. Vendor inventory, community availability reports, and interactive location maps work for every audio equipment type.
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0450-046
v0.4.5.0
Date: February 17, 2026
├──🤖 AI Auto-Fill for All Equipment
AI-Powered Data Import on Every Form - All 8 equipment types now have AI auto-fill. When adding or editing dimmers, power distribution, video fixtures, projectors, media servers, or LED processors, expand the Import Tools bar and paste a product URL, upload a PDF/DOCX spec sheet, or type in specs. The AI reads the source and fills in empty fields automatically - existing data is never overwritten.
6 New Dedicated AI Agents - Each equipment type has its own specialized AI agent that understands domain-specific terminology. The dimmer agent knows about dimmer curves and firing modes. The projector agent understands throw ratios and lens shift. The LED processor agent speaks pixel mapping and color calibration. Every agent is tuned to extract the right specs for its equipment type.
Smart Field Filling - The AI only populates fields you haven't already filled in. If you've already entered the manufacturer and model, the AI skips those and fills in the technical specs it finds. An "AI" indicator appears on fields that were auto-filled so you know what came from extraction.
├──🔗 Lists & Compatibility
Lists Support All Equipment - User lists now work with every equipment type, not just fixtures. Add dimmers, consoles, projectors, and more to your custom lists for cross-department organization.
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0440-047
v0.4.4.0
Date: February 17, 2026
├──🎥 Video Equipment Expansion
Projectors Database - A complete new database for projectors joins the Video department. Browse, search, and filter projectors by brightness, resolution, throw ratio, lens shift, contrast ratio, lamp type, and more. Full detail pages with specs, comparison tools, vendor maps, and community availability reporting.
Media Servers Database - Track and compare media servers with GPU specs, output counts, video codec support, layer capabilities, and protocol compatibility (Art-Net, sACN, NDI). Full browse, detail, compare, and edit pages with AI-powered data import.
LED Processors Database - A dedicated pool for LED video processors with input/output specs, maximum resolution tracking, panel protocol support, color processing capabilities, and scaling features. Browse, compare, and contribute data just like any other equipment type.
Video Landing Page - The Video department now has its own landing page at /equipment/video, matching the Lighting department pattern. See live counts for all 4 video pools (Video Fixtures, Projectors, Media Servers, LED Processors) and jump directly to any sub-pool.
├──🔧 Infrastructure
Migration Fixes - Fixed database constraints that could prevent seeding data for certain entity types after a database reset.
Local Dev Auth - Improved local development setup so authentication works correctly after database resets.
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0430-048
v0.4.3.0
Date: February 17, 2026
├──📍 Universal Vendor Locate & Availability
Locate Tab for All Equipment - Dimmers, lighting consoles, and power distribution units now have fully functional Vendor Locate tabs with interactive maps. Find which rental houses stock the gear you need, see vendor locations on a map, and discover availability across all equipment types - not just fixtures.
Report Availability Everywhere - The "Report Availability" feature now works for all equipment types. If you know a vendor carries a specific dimmer, console, or power distro unit, submit a community report to help others find it. Reports include confidence scoring and community voting.
Vendor Dashboard Expanded - Vendors can now manage inventory across all four equipment types (Fixtures, Consoles, Dimmers, Power Distribution) from their dashboard. Equipment type selector lets you quickly switch between categories.
├──🎛️ Lighting Console Classification
Device Type Dimension - Lighting consoles now have a third classification axis: Device Type. Browse and filter by Console, Wing, PC Software, Follow Spot Controller, Processing Node, Network Node, or Tracking System. Device type appears on grid cards, list view, detail pages, and comparison pages.
Streamlined Families - Console families now focus purely on control philosophy (Conventional, Moving Light, Hybrid, Architectural). PC-based and grand master designations are captured by the new device type system instead.
├──🔗 SoftPatch Marketplace Integration
SoftPatch Icons on Browse Pages - Equipment cards now show a SoftPatch icon when marketplace listings are available for that gear. One click takes you to the Locate tab to see all listings.
SoftPatch Pins on the Map - SoftPatch marketplace listings appear as orange pins on the Locate tab map, alongside green (verified vendor) and blue (community report) markers. Click a pin to see listing details and link to the full listing page.
SoftPatch Listings Panel - A floating panel on the Locate tab shows all published SoftPatch listings for the current piece of gear, with sale/rent mode, location, condition, and seller info.
├──🔧 Bug Fixes
Manufacturer Badges Fixed - Manufacturer logos and names now display correctly on all equipment grid cards. Previously they were missing on dimmers, consoles, and power distribution cards.
Vendor Locate Tab Fixed - Fixed an issue where the Locate tab showed "No vendor locations available" even when vendor data existed. Vendor maps now correctly display all inventory data.
SoftPatch Listing Creation Fixed - Fixed an error that prevented creating gear listings on the SoftPatch marketplace.
Performance Fix - Fixed an issue that could cause pages to freeze due to repeated background requests.
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0421-049
v0.4.2.1
Date: February 17, 2026
├──Compare & Favorites for All Equipment
Compare Any Equipment Side-by-Side - Dimmers, lighting consoles, power distribution, and video fixtures now have dedicated comparison pages. Select items from any browse page and compare specs, ratings, and features with the same tools you use for fixtures.
Favorites & Lists for All Equipment - Heart any dimmer, console, power distro, or video fixture to save it to your favorites. Add any equipment to your custom lists for easy organization across all departments.
Selection & Bulk Actions Everywhere - All equipment browse pages now support multi-select with selection toolbars. Select items, compare them, or bulk-favorite in one click.
Light Source Power & Segments - Light source entries now track individual wattage and number of LED segments for more detailed fixture specs.
├──Improvements
Vendor Multi-Manufacturer Filter - Filter vendor inventory by multiple manufacturers at once.
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0420-050
v0.4.2.0
Date: February 16, 2026
├──Video Department Launch
Video Fixtures Database - The first database in the new Video department is live! Browse, add, and edit LED panels, video walls, tiles, flexible displays, and LED strips. Full specs including pixel pitch, panel resolution, brightness, LED type, scan type, and more.
Video-Specific Filters - Filter video fixtures by pixel pitch range, brightness range, resolution, LED type (SMD, DIP, COB, GOB, MicroLED, MiniLED), scan type, form factor, panel material, signal inputs, curveable, and HDR support.
Display & LED Specs - Track pixel pitch, panel resolution, refresh rate, brightness in nits, contrast ratio, gray scale depth, HDR support, LED type, scan type, and viewing angles for every video fixture.
Signal & Control - Document signal input types (HDMI, SDI, DVI, DisplayPort, HDBaseT, Fiber, NDI, Dante AV), processor compatibility, daisy chain limits, and calibration methods.
Panel Construction - Record panel material (aluminum, die-cast, carbon fiber, magnesium), curve capability with minimum radius, front/rear serviceability, and transparency percentage.
Video Hub Live - The VIDEO section on the homepage is now interactive with live fixture counts. Equipment dropdown updated with Video Fixtures in the Live Databases section.
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0411-051
v0.4.1.1
Date: February 16, 2026
├──Console Inventory Parity
Lighting Consoles in Vendor Inventory - Lighting consoles now have full feature parity with fixtures for inventory tracking. Report which vendors carry consoles, vote on community reports, and see console availability on vendor pages.
Equipment Type Toggle - The vendor inventory picker now lets you switch between Fixtures and Consoles when adding equipment to a vendor's inventory.
Console Requests - Fixture requests now support lighting consoles. Contributors can claim, fulfill, and complete console requests with the same workflow as fixtures.
├──Bug Fixes
Toolbar Search "View All Results" - Clicking "View all results" in the toolbar search now correctly filters the fixtures page by your search query. Previously it opened an unfiltered view.
Inventory Source Attribution - Community-submitted vendor links from completed requests now correctly show as community reports instead of official vendor inventory. Only vendor-confirmed links appear as official.
Multi-Select Location Filter - Filter vendor inventory by multiple locations at once. Select any combination of locations, or leave empty to see all.
├──Improvements
Vendor Inventory View Persists - The "By Location" / "By Fixture" toggle on vendor pages now saves your selection in the URL. Refresh the page and your view stays. Share links that open to the right tab.
XP Rating on All Equipment Reviews - Editors now see the XP rating panel when reviewing dimmer, power distribution, manufacturer, and vendor submissions - same quality-rated XP system that fixtures and consoles already had.
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0410-052
v0.4.1.0
Date: February 13, 2026
├──New Equipment Databases
Dimmers Database - Browse and contribute theatrical dimmer data including forward phase, reverse phase, sine wave, relay, and hybrid types. Full specs for channel configuration, dimming curves, control protocols, and electrical requirements.
Power Distribution Database - New database for distro boxes, company switches, lunchboxes, motor controllers, and more. Detailed input and output connector sets with per-connector amperage, phase, voltage, and circuit protection specs.
├──Homepage Restructure
Database Pools Reorganized - The homepage now separates Gear Pools (Lighting, Video, Audio, Staging, Power, Backline) from a new Directory pool (Manufacturers, Vendors, Venues, Crew, Freight, Coach/Bus).
Lighting Pool Expanded - Now includes Fixtures, Consoles, Dimmers, and Power Distribution as sub-pools. Dimmers and distro equipment live here because they're department gear used by electricians on shows.
Directory Pool - All entity lookups consolidated in one place. Manufacturers and Vendors are live. Venues, Crew & Labor, Freight/Logistics, and Coach/Bus coming soon.
Power Pool Redefined - Now focused on site-level infrastructure: generators, transformers, and temporary power systems.
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0408-053
v0.4.0.8
Date: February 10, 2026
├──🔧 Bug Fixes
Vendor Page Access - Logged-in users without AAA were seeing a locked screen while unauthenticated visitors could see vendor names and a map. Non-AAA users now see the same public vendor view with names, locations, and an interactive map. Vendor claiming and rep applications remain available to all logged-in users.
Vendor Detail Gating - Contact information and inventory on individual vendor pages now properly require AAA access. Vendor owners, admins, and editors retain full access.
File Uploads - Fixed an issue where admin users could not upload vendor logos due to a storage permissions conflict.
Globe Performance - Fixed a memory leak in the globe background animation that caused the browser to slow down over time.
Map Popup Pricing - Listing popups on the SoftPatch map now display pricing information for gear and space listings.
SoftPatch Map Vendors - Vendor markers on the SoftPatch map are now visible to all users with company name and location. Full vendor details require AAA access.
Vendor Map Popup - Map popups on the vendor directory were showing "Sign up" prompts to logged-in users instead of "Upgrade to AAA." Fixed.
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0407-054
v0.4.0.7
Date: February 10, 2026
├──🔧 Bug Fixes
Edit Page Save Button - The save button on published listings now correctly reads "Save Changes" instead of "Save Draft."
Edit Page Redirect - Saving a listing now takes you back to the map centered on your listing instead of leaving you in the edit form.
Vendor Form Picker - The specialization picker in the vendor edit form no longer collapses to a tiny single-row view when departments are selected.
Database Sync - Applied pending database updates to production. All features from recent releases (inquiries, listing pricing, trial expiration, surveys) are now fully operational.
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0406-055
v0.4.0.6
Date: February 9, 2026
├──✨ New
Inquiry Dashboard - The My Listings page now has two tabs: My Listings and Inquiries. See every message about your listings with Received and Sent sub-tabs, status indicators, and timestamps.
Threaded Replies - Have back-and-forth conversations on listing inquiries. Open any inquiry to see the full thread and reply directly.
Inquiry Notifications - A badge appears in the SoftPatch header when you have pending inquiries. Replies also send MailCenter notifications.
Listing Mode - Gear and space listings can now be marked "For Sale" or "For Rent" with appropriate pricing display.
Gear Condition - Gear listings now include a condition rating (New, Like New, Good, Fair, or Rough) shown on cards and detail pages.
Browse Filters - Filter gear and spaces by listing mode, price range, and condition from a new filter bar on browse pages.
Vendor Map Markers (AAA) - Claimed vendors with inventory now appear on the SoftPatch map as red warehouse icons. Click any vendor marker to visit their store page.
├──🔧 Bug Fixes
Trial Expiration - Fixed an issue where some users kept AAA access after their trial expired. Expired trials are now properly enforced and affected accounts have been corrected.
SoftPatch Survey - The SoftPatch Feedback survey was showing "Survey Not Found" on production. This is now fixed and live at /survey/softpatch-feedback.
Duplicate Tier Purchase - You can no longer purchase a tier you already have. The membership page now shows "Active" or "Included" for tiers covered by your current access level.
├──🎨 Improved
Faster Survey Completion - Removed minimum character requirements from all survey text fields. Answer in as much or as little detail as you like.
Listing Cards - Gear and space cards now show pricing, mode badges, and condition alongside category and location details.
Inquiry Status - Status updates automatically (pending, read, replied) with color-coded dots for a quick visual summary.
What's New Modal - Now shows all missed versions grouped by release, so you never miss an update even if you skip a few versions.
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0405-056
v0.4.0.5
Date: February 6, 2026
├──🎨 Improved
Experience Calculation - Your profile experience now reflects how long you've been in the industry, not just the sum of individual gig durations. A touring LD with 20 years of intermittent tours now correctly shows "20 Years" instead of just the months spent on the road.
Availability Calendar - Your availability calendar is now hidden on your public profile by default. You can enable it in your profile settings when you're ready to share it.
Cleaner Profiles - The credentials strip no longer shows an empty "Credits" card if you haven't added any production credits yet.
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0404-057
v0.4.0.4
Date: February 6, 2026
├──✨ New
SoftPatch Feedback Survey - Brand new survey focused on the SoftPatch marketplace. Tell us about your gear, space, services, or just share your thoughts. Completing it unlocks 30 days of AAA access and 250 XP.
XP Notifications - When an admin gives or takes XP, you now receive a MailCenter notification showing the amount and reason.
├──🔧 Bug Fixes
Username Generation - Fixed a bug that caused some usernames to be generated with missing letters during sign-up. If you signed up after January 27, you may want to double-check your username under Profile > Edit. Affected users have been sent a notification.
Survey XP Reward - The 250 XP reward for completing the survey was not being awarded due to a database configuration issue. This is now fixed.
Availability Calendar - Fixed a bug where viewing another user's profile showed your own availability calendar instead of theirs. Profile calendars now correctly display the profile owner's availability.
├──🎨 Visual
Survey Redesign - The survey sidebar, persona cards, and thank-you page now use SoftPatch lime styling instead of the old primary colors.
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0403-058
v0.4.0.3
Date: February 6, 2026
├──✨ New
Feedback Hotkey (F2) - Press F2 from anywhere to instantly open the feedback form. Report bugs, request features, or share thoughts without leaving the page you're on.
├──🔧 Bug Fixes
SoftPatch Changelog - Fixed the SoftPatch changelog page not loading on production. It now displays correctly.
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0402-059
v0.4.0.2
Date: February 6, 2026
├──💳 Paid Memberships
Working Pass & AAA Now Available - Upgrade your membership with real payments! Choose a monthly subscription or a 30-day pass for either tier. Secure checkout powered by Stripe.
Billing Portal - Manage your subscription, update payment methods, and view invoices right from the membership page.
Subscribe from Unlock Prompts - When you hit an AAA-locked feature, the unlock modal now has a working "Subscribe to AAA" button that takes you straight to checkout.
├──✨ Improvements
Membership Tier Cards - Each tier card now clearly shows your SoftPatch access: what you can browse, how many listings you can create, and how many TourReady slots you get.
Experience Auto-Calculated - Your years of experience are now computed automatically from your work history. No more guessing or manual entry - just keep your work history up to date and it handles the rest.
SoftPatch Feedback Link - Quick access to the Feedback page right from the SoftPatch user menu.
Survey Response Notifications - Admins now see new survey responses in the notification bell, the sidebar status panel, and the dashboard. No more missing submissions.
SoftPatch Guide - New comprehensive guide covering the SoftPatch marketplace from start to finish. Includes tier breakdowns, listing walkthroughs, TourReady setup, safety tips, and 15 FAQs. Accessible from the footer, support hub, getting started page, and SoftPatch user menu.
Guide Page Footers - All guide pages now include the site footer so you can navigate the full site without going back.
├──🔧 Bug Fixes
Feedback Ticket Viewing - Fixed "Ticket not found" error when clicking on tickets in the Feedback Hub. Admins and editors can now view and manage all submitted tickets, not just their own.
Feedback Ticket Status - Admins and editors can now update any ticket's status directly from the ticket detail page.
Email Verification Links - Clicking an expired or invalidated verification link now shows a clear error message on the login page instead of silently failing.
Likes API Performance - Fixed a bug causing excessive network requests when viewing fixture pages, especially for users not logged in. Pages now load faster with significantly fewer API calls.
Review Prompt Checkbox - The "Don't show this again" checkbox on the "Used This Fixture?" popup is now disabled until you've left 3 reviews. No more misleading highlight when clicking the label.
Click-Outside Dismiss - All popups with X close buttons can now be dismissed by clicking outside the box. No more hunting for the X button!
Profile Completion Avatar Upload - Fixed an error that prevented avatar uploads when completing your profile through the SoftPatch setup prompt.
AAA Trial Banner - The "Try AAA Free" banner now correctly says "unlock full AAA access" instead of "vendor access."
Guide Discord Links - Fixed broken Discord links on guide pages. They now point to the Help Center where Discord links are kept up to date.
Profile Subscription Management - Subscribers can now manage their subscription directly from their profile sidebar - one click to cancel, change plans, or update payment. You're never locked in.
├──⏱️ Tier Countdown
Membership Countdown Badge - The console header now shows how many days are left on your membership at a glance. The badge turns red when you have 7 days or less remaining.
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0401-060
v0.4.0.1
Date: February 5, 2026
├──🔧 Bug Fixes
Filter Scrolling - Dropdown filters now scroll properly when there are many options. No more cut-off manufacturer lists!
Console Approval - Fixed an error that prevented editors from approving lighting console submissions.
Profile Location Privacy - Public profile maps now properly hide your exact location. Coordinates are fuzzed based on your privacy setting so others only see an approximate area.
├──✨ Improvements
Smarter Manufacturer Filters - Fixtures page only shows fixture manufacturers; Consoles page only shows console manufacturers. Less clutter, faster filtering.
Consoles on Manufacturer Pages - Manufacturer pages now show both fixtures AND lighting consoles. Console-only manufacturers like Avolites finally display their products!
Database Cleanup - Cleaned up legacy role values for better system consistency.
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0400-061
v0.4.0.0
Date: February 4, 2026
├──🔗 SoftPatch v0.1.0
The Touring Pro Resource Network - Share gear, spaces, and services with fellow touring professionals. Think Turo for production gear and Airbnb for rehearsal spaces.
View Full SoftPatch Changelog for complete feature details.
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├──👤 Profile & Availability
Availability Calendar - Show when you're available with an interactive year-at-a-glance calendar. Mark dates as Tentative, Booked/Away, Booked/Local, or Blocked. Add project names and private notes, select date ranges, and let others see your availability for booking.
Profile Tabs Redesign - Your profile settings page has 4 tabs: Overview, Reviews, Collections, and Settings. Public profiles feature two view modes: Profile (overview, experience, skills, availability) and RiderReady (collections, listings, reviews).
Visibility Controls - New toggles let you control what appears publicly: Work History, Credits, Skills, Collections, and Social Links. Professional info (Work/Skills/Credits) is private by default; Collections and Social Links are public by default.
Simpler Work Experience - Year required, month optional. Matches the familiar LinkedIn pattern.
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├──🖥️ Console & Navigation
Homepage Status Bar - Terminal-style status bar showing your role, tier, SoftPatch status, and personalized command prompt with dynamic tips.
Command Line - The Debug Console is now the "Command Line" with a minimizable bar, universal toggle button, and all your favorite commands.
Dashboard URLs - All role dashboards consolidated under /dashboard/role (admin, edit, contributor, vendor, manufacturer, mod). Update your bookmarks.
Context-Aware Search - The toolbar search adapts to SoftPatch pages automatically with dynamic placeholders and unified results.
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├──🎫 Membership & Tiers
Tour Laminate-Style Cards - Backstage pass-inspired tier cards with lanyard holes, gradient backgrounds, hover glows, and clear pricing.
Contributor Path - Contributors now start with Working Pass tier, creating clearer progression to AAA.
Trial System Overhaul - Trial revocation works properly, contributor tiers are consistent, admin changes are authoritative, and the TRIAL badge only shows for actual trials.
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├──🎨 Visual & Theme Updates
Unified Theme System - One source of truth for all styling. Tier colors (AAA burgundy/gold, Working navy/orange), role colors (Admin amber, Moderator pink, Editor emerald, Contributor blue), and auto-sync on tier changes.
Light Mode - Full compatibility across console windows, toolbars, database pools, maps, and SoftPatch sections.
Database Page Polish - Unified filter UI with consistent sidebar styling, collapsible sections, and dark dropdowns across all database pages.
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├──📖 New Pages & Documentation
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About - Our vision, mission, and who we are
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Touring Pro - Complete guide to the verified professional badge
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User Roles - Progression system and permissions breakdown
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Getting Started - Platform walkthrough and power tips
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Site Footer - Comprehensive navigation on all info pages
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Streamlined Help Center - Focused support with Feedback Hub and FAQs
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├──🔒 Security & Accounts
Username Protection - Reserved system usernames, username holding when you change names, and release option in Danger Zone.
Application Feedback - Notifications for Touring Pro/Contributor decisions, listing moderation, and account actions.
Access Controls - Tightened database permissions, proper review validation, and secured SoftPatch pages.
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├──🛠️ Admin & Staff Tools
Expandable User Details - Click any username in the admin users page to reveal the full profile with all fields organized into sections plus quick actions.
Feedback Hub Admin View - Admins and editors see all feedback tickets from all users with submitter display.
Moderator Dashboard - Focused on SoftPatch moderation with proper sidebar widgets.
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├──🐛 Bug Fixes
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Navigation links pointing to wrong dashboard URLs
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Back buttons that remember where you came from
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Availability calendar date range selection
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Vendor slug lookup for URL-friendly paths
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Checkbox and radio button styling
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Moderator sidebar showing wrong widgets
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User menu dashboard link ordering
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Profile photo upload during SoftPatch enrollment
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Share image font rendering
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SoftPatch map pin physics and distribution
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TourReady map user visibility
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React hydration mismatches
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0382-062
v0.3.8.2
Date: January 24, 2026
├──📎 GDTF Attachment Indicator
See What's Already Attached - When editing a fixture submission, the GDTF Import tool now shows if a GDTF file is already attached. You'll see "Attached: [filename]" with a green checkmark, and the button changes to "Replace .gdtf" instead of "Drop or Select .gdtf". No more guessing whether the original submission included a GDTF!
├──✏️ Console Editor Fix
Edit Lighting Consoles - Contributors can now edit existing lighting console entries. The edit button on console detail pages now works correctly, opening the same form used for fixtures but configured for console data.
├──🎛️ Console Hardware Sets
Detailed Fader, Encoder & Button Tracking - The lighting console editor now lets you define multiple hardware banks with detailed specifications:
Fader Sets - Define each fader bank with:
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Purpose: Executor, submaster, grand master, wing/extension
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Motorized: Yes/No
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Throw type: Short (~30mm), standard (~60mm), long (~100mm), touch strip, or capacitive (MQ500M-style touch-sensitive)
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Backlight: None, single color, RGB, or per-fader RGB (like MA)
Encoder Sets - Clarify what "rotary encoders" means by specifying:
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Purpose: Programming wheels (the big ones), executor knobs (small ones above playbacks), parameter control, or attribute
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Feel: Continuous (smooth) or detented (notched)
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Push-to-select capability
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LED ring type: None, single color, RGB, or segmented
Button Sets - Categorize button groups:
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Type: Executor (playback buttons), programming (Select/Clear/Store), function keys (F1-F12), navigation (arrows/enter), or other
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Why? A contributor pointed out that "rotary encoders" is ambiguous—some LDs count the small knobs above executors, others mean the programming wheels. And many LDs care about backlit faders (spoiled by MA!). This update lets you capture the nuance.
├──🔌 I/O & Integration Tracking
New I/O Section - Track the connections and integrations that matter:
Timecode Input - Select from SMPTE LTC, MIDI Timecode, Art-Net Timecode, sACN Timecode, Internal Clock—or add your own custom option.
Visualizer Integration - Track which 3D visualizers the console supports: Augment3d, WYSIWYG, Capture, MA 3D, Vectorworks, Depence, L8, and more. Custom visualizers can be added too.
DMX Outputs - Separate fields for 5-pin and 3-pin connector counts (because some of us still care about proper 5-pin!).
Audio/SMPTE Input - What audio input type does the console have? Line In, XLR, RCA, or BNC for SMPTE.
├──✨ Custom Features
Add Your Own Features - The predefined feature toggles don't cover everything. Now you can add custom features like "Dual Redundant PSU", "Theatre Mode", "SMPTE Lock", or anything else that makes a console unique.
Custom Values in Dropdowns - All feature category dropdowns (File Format Support, Networking, Integration, Programming, Hardware) now let you add custom values. Found a feature we don't have listed? Type it in and add it.
├──💾 Software Details
Update Method - How does the console get software updates? USB, Network, both, Cloud, or Factory Only.
Native Show Format - What file extension does the console use? Now you can specify .show, .esf3d, .ma3, or whatever format the desk saves.
├──🔍 Expanded Console Filters
Find Your Perfect Console Faster - The lighting console list page now has comprehensive filters to match all the new hardware data:
Hardware Filters - Filter by playback faders, rotary encoders, total buttons, internal displays, and external display outputs. Finally find consoles with "at least 30 playback faders" or "4+ internal screens".
I/O & Ports - New section lets you filter by DMX output counts (5-pin and 3-pin separately!), ethernet ports, USB ports, timecode input types, audio input, and built-in network switch.
Software - Filter by cue capacity, custom fixture editor support, and tracking backup capability.
Custom Features - Search by user-defined features. Looking for consoles with "Theatre Mode" or "Dual Redundant PSU"? If someone tagged it, you can filter by it.
├──🍎 Safari Compatibility Fix
Consistent Styling Across Browsers - Fixed an issue where Safari was applying its native system styling to dropdowns and form elements, making them look out of place with the dark theme. Dropdowns, buttons, and inputs now display consistently whether you're on Safari, Chrome, Firefox, or any other browser.
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v0.3.8.1
Date: January 23, 2026
├──📱 Mobile Debug Console Fix
Full-Screen Terminal on Mobile - The debug console now opens in full-screen mode on mobile devices, making it easy to use and close. The close button is larger for touch targets, pinch-to-zoom is disabled, and text won't resize when rotating your phone.
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v0.3.8.0
Date: January 23, 2026
├──📦 Current Fixtures Only for Free Users
Focus on What's Available - Free (LOCAL) users now see only current, in-production fixtures. Discontinued fixtures are reserved for WORKING and AAA tier members who need access to legacy equipment data.
Why? - This keeps the free experience focused on gear you can actually buy today, while premium tiers unlock our complete historical archive.
├──🔓 Unlock AAA Features for Free
Take the Survey, Get Full AAA Tier - Want to try our premium features? Complete the "Help Build RiderReady" survey and your account is upgraded to full AAA tier for 7 days—completely free!
What's Included in AAA:
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Vendor Inventory Filters - Search fixtures by verified vendor inventory and community reports
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Saved Filter Presets - Save your favorite filter combinations for quick access
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More AAA features coming soon!
How to Unlock:
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Click any locked AAA feature to see your options
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Choose "Take our Survey" to get 7 days free
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Or become a Contributor for beta access
Warehouse Icon Integration - See a warehouse icon on a fixture card or detail page? Click it to check vendor availability. If you don't have AAA access, you'll see your unlock options right there.
Not Logged In? - You'll be redirected to sign in first, then brought right back to where you were.
Already a Contributor? You already have full AAA access during beta—no action needed!
├──📝 Survey Quality Improvements
Meaningful Feedback Required - We've updated our survey to ensure every response helps us build a better platform. All personas now require thoughtful text input:
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General Feedback - Share at least 50 characters of feedback or ideas
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Potential Contributors - Tell us about your equipment knowledge and motivation
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Developers - Describe your tech stack and feature ideas
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Vendors - Explain your pain points with equipment data
Why the Change? - We're offering valuable AAA access in exchange for survey responses. These requirements ensure we receive actionable feedback that actually helps shape RiderReady's future.
├──🔗 SoftPatch Preview
Locate Tab Now Requires Working Pass - The Locate tab on fixture detail pages shows where to find gear near you. This SoftPatch feature is part of the Working Pass tier. If you don't have Working Pass yet, you'll see a blue lock icon on the tab linking to membership options.
What's Coming with Working Pass:
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SoftPatch Equipment Sharing - List your gear and studio space (location obscured for safety)
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Find Gear Nearby - See who has the equipment you need in your area
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Community Connections - Connect directly with other working pros
Vendor Directory Preview - When viewing the AAA-locked Vendor Directory, you'll now see a preview of SoftPatch equipment sharing coming with Working Pass. Two great ways to find gear—SoftPatch for peer connections, Vendor Directory for rental houses.
├──📋 Expanded Membership Benefits
See What You Get - The membership tier cards on the homepage now show expanded feature lists so you can see exactly what's included in each tier. LOCAL, WORKING, and AAA tiers all display their full benefits at a glance.
├──🎨 Sidebar Styling Refresh
Consistent Design Language - The homepage sidebar header now matches the MACROS section styling with bracketed text [ SIDEBAR ] and matching accent colors.
├──✨ AAA Premium Experience
Luxurious Styling for AAA Members - AAA members now enjoy a premium visual experience throughout the app with animated gold accents and shimmery effects.
What AAA Members See:
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Gold Toolbar Border - The main toolbar features an animated gold shimmer that flows across the border
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Gold Search Bar - The search bar glows with a warm gold outline that intensifies on focus
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Gold Icons - Notification bell and mail icons display a subtle gold glow
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Gold Version Badge - The version number shimmers with animated gold text
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Premium User Card - Your account button shows a dark premium gradient with gold border, glowing avatar ring, and shimmering username
Tier-Based Mode Display - The status bar now shows your membership tier: "AAA", "WORKING PASS", or "LOCAL" in the MODE indicator. Role-based colors remain for other elements.
Who Gets the Premium Look? - The gold styling is now exclusive to actual AAA tier members. While contributors and staff still have full AAA feature access during beta, the premium visual styling is reserved for paying AAA subscribers. This helps distinguish our supporting members.
├──>_ Debug Console for Everyone
CLI Now Available to All Users - The debug console is no longer limited to contributors. Any logged-in user can open it by pressing Ctrl+\ or clicking the new >_` icon in the status bar.
What's in the Console:
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Navigation Commands - Quick jump to any page with /goto
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User Info - Check your profile and XP with /whoami
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Cosmetic Options - Various display toggles
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Games - Launch Chromix with /chromix
New Status Bar Icon - Look for the >_ icon next to HELP at the bottom of the screen. Click it to open the console instantly.
Pin Your Console - Click the pin icon in the console header to keep it open while navigating between pages.
├──📊 XP Progress Tracking
See Your Tier Progress - The debug sidebar's Stats tab now shows visual progress bars for earning your membership tier through contributions:
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Working Pass - Progress toward 1,000 monthly XP
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AAA All Access - Progress toward 5,000 monthly XP
Bars fill up as you earn XP and turn green when you've hit the threshold!
├──🎯 Earn Your Membership Through Contributions
XP-Based Tier Claiming - Now you can earn premium membership through your contributions! Accumulate enough XP in a 30-day period and claim your tier:
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1,000 XP - Claim Working Pass for 30 days
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5,000 XP - Claim AAA All Access for 30 days
How It Works:
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Earn XP by contributing gear (fixtures, consoles, etc.), reviews, and other data
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Track your progress in the debug sidebar Stats tab
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When you hit the threshold, claim your reward
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Your XP period resets after claiming so you can start earning again
Automatic Expiration - All temporary tiers (survey trials, XP claims) automatically expire. When your time is up, you'll be reset to LOCAL tier the next time you visit. No surprise charges, no manual cancellation needed.
├──⚡ XP for All Gear Types
Earn XP for Every Contribution - Contributors now earn XP for all gear types, not just fixtures. Add a lighting console? Get XP. Edit console specs? Get XP. The XP Guide now shows a unified "GEAR" category with all equipment types you can contribute.
What Earns XP:
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Add a new fixture (10-100 XP based on quality rating)
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Edit an existing fixture (10-100 XP based on quality rating)
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Add a new lighting console (10-100 XP based on quality rating)
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Edit an existing lighting console (10-100 XP based on quality rating)
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More gear types coming soon!
Activity Feed Updated - The live activity feed now shows lighting console contributions alongside fixtures, so you can see all the great work our contributors are doing across the platform.
├──📍 Improved Location Privacy
Better Privacy Circles - We've increased the size of the privacy circles on profile maps to better protect your location:
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Neighborhood - Now covers ~5km radius (was 2km)
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City - Now covers ~25km metro area (was 10km)
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Region - Now covers ~250km broad area (was 50km)
Your exact location is never shown—only the general area based on your privacy setting. The larger circles make it even harder to pinpoint where you are.
Location Settings Preserved - Changing your privacy level no longer requires re-entering your address. Your coordinates and location data are now properly preserved when you adjust privacy settings.
├──🖥️ Lighting Console Detail Page Overhaul
Consoles Now Match Fixtures - The lighting console detail page has been completely redesigned to match the fixture detail page layout. Same sidebar, same tabs, same great experience.
New Sidebar Design:
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Product Image - Click to view larger in a lightbox
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Console Info - Manufacturer (clickable), name, model number, year introduced
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Rate This Console - Yellow button to submit your review
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Download Manual - Blue button when a manual PDF is available
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Key Specs - DMX universes (max/direct/network), supported protocols as badges, software platform, and physical specs
Six Tabs with Keyboard Shortcuts:
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Specifications (1) - At a Glance hero stats, Hardware, Displays, I/O, Power & Physical
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Performance (2) - Reviews and ratings (coming soon)
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Software (3) - Platform details, programming, playback, advanced features
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Control (4) - DMX output stats, protocol badges, networking capabilities
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Documentation (5) - Links to manufacturer website, manual, and videos
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Locate (6) - Vendor availability (coming soon)
Mobile Friendly - The sidebar slides out as an overlay on mobile devices. Tap the Info button in the header to view console details.
├──🗂️ Equipment Toolbar Dropdown
Quick Access to All Gear Databases - The Equipment button in the toolbar now displays a dropdown menu. Hover to see all available gear databases at a glance without navigating away from your current page.
What's in the Dropdown:
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Live Databases - Jump directly to Lighting Fixtures or Lighting Consoles
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Coming Soon - Preview upcoming gear types (Video, Audio, Staging & Rigging, Power, Backline, Production Gear) with disabled styling
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View All Equipment - Link to the full equipment hub page
The Equipment button stays highlighted when browsing any equipment-related page.
├──🖥️ Unified Dashboard Sidebar
One Sidebar to Rule Them All - All dashboard roles now share the same OS-like sidebar design. Whether you're an Admin, Editor, Contributor, Vendor, or Manufacturer, you get the same organized interface with collapsible panels and live status updates.
What's New:
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STATUS Panel - Live pending counts at a glance. Items needing attention pulse and glow based on urgency (green = all clear, amber = a few items, red = needs attention). Click any item to jump straight to it.
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Collapsible Sections - Navigation, Quick Actions, and Resources panels can be expanded or collapsed. Your preferences are remembered across sessions.
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Role-Colored Accents - Each role has its own color identity: Amber (Admin), Emerald (Editor), Blue (Contributor), Red (Vendor), Purple (Manufacturer).
Vendor & Manufacturer Dashboards Updated - These dashboards now use the unified sidebar instead of internal tabs. Same content, better navigation. Use the sidebar to switch between Profile, Locations, Inventory (Vendor), Team (Vendor), or Products (Manufacturer).
├──✨ Customizable Homepage Sidebar
Your Sidebar, Your Way - Click the gear icon at the top of your homepage sidebar to customize which widgets appear. Toggle widgets on or off, then close the panel—changes save automatically. Each role gets sensible defaults, but you can configure it exactly how you like.
New Sidebar Widgets Available:
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XP Rank - See your current XP and progress toward the next rank
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Add Center - Quick buttons to add new fixtures, manufacturers, or vendors
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Fixture Requests - View pending requests you can claim (contributors/editors)
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Gear Reviews - Recent reviews on fixtures you've favorited
Reset Anytime - Hit "Reset to Default" in the settings panel to restore your role's default layout.
├──📦 Gear Databases Hub
One Place for All Equipment - The toolbar now features a new Gear icon (grid) that takes you to /gear—a central hub for browsing all equipment databases. See what's live and what's coming next.
Live Now:
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Lighting Fixtures - Movers, LEDs, conventionals & effects
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Lighting Consoles - Control desks, wings & software
Coming Soon (with roadmap badges):
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Video Equipment (Q2 2026)
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Audio Equipment (Q4 2026)
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Staging & Rigging (2027)
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Power Distribution (2027)
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Backline (TBD)
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Production Gear (TBD)
├──🎮 Lighting Consoles Database
Our Second Gear Type is Here - Lighting Consoles joins Fixtures as a full datapool in RiderReady! Browse, compare, and contribute console data with the same powerful tools you know from fixtures.
What's Included:
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Browse Consoles - Filter by manufacturer, family (conventional, moving light, PC-based, etc.), DMX universe count, fader count, supported protocols, and 30+ other criteria
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Detailed Spec Pages - Five tabs covering Specs, Software, Control, Docs, and Vendors
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Console Reviews - Rate consoles across 27 dimensions including build quality, programming ease, playback reliability, and network performance
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AI-Powered Import - Paste a manufacturer spec sheet URL and let AI extract the data for you. Review the parsed fields and submit for approval.
Console Families: Conventional, Moving Light, PC-Based, Grand Master, Hybrid, Architectural
Console Classes: Touring, Theater, Broadcast, Club, Architectural, Education
For Contributors - Use the new "Add Console" macro from your homepage for quick access, or navigate to /consoles/add directly.
├──🔍 Unified Equipment Search
Search Everything at Once - The search bar now finds both fixtures and lighting consoles. Type in the toolbar search or use the search modal—you'll see categorized results for all equipment types, manufacturers, and vendors.
What's New:
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Lighting Consoles in Results - Console results appear alongside fixtures with their own section and fader icon
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Smart Navigation - If your search only matches consoles, pressing Enter takes you directly to the consoles list. Same for manufacturers or vendors.
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Updated Labels - Search placeholder now reads "Search equipment, manufacturers, vendors..." to reflect the broader scope
├──🎫 Membership Tiers
Introducing Membership Tiers - RiderReady now features three membership tiers to support the platform's growth while keeping core features free for everyone.
LOCAL (Free Forever):
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Browse fixtures & consoles
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Basic search & filters
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Submit reviews & ratings
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Create up to 3 lists
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View community leaderboards
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Request missing equipment
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Documentation for current fixtures
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GDTF file downloads
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Earn XP toward beta rewards
WORKING ($8/mo) - Coming Soon:
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Everything in Local, plus:
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SoftPatch: list your gear & studio space
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AI-powered tools & search
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Advanced filters
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Unlimited personal lists
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Compare & export fixtures (PDF)
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All documents including legacy archives
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Priority review queue
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"Working Pass" profile badge
AAA ($25/mo) - Coming Soon:
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Everything in Working Pass, plus:
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Full Vendor Directory
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Vendor Inventory Search
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Vendor contact information
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Vendor locations & mapping
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Priority support
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Early access to new features
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RiderReady 1.0.0.0 Early Access (2027)
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"AAA" profile badge
Contributors Automatically Get AAA - If you're a contributor, manufacturer rep, vendor, moderator, editor, or admin, you automatically have full AAA access. No payment required—thank you for helping build RiderReady!
Earn Your Access - Both paid tiers can be earned through contributions:
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Working Pass: Earn 1,000 XP per month
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AAA All Access: Earn 5,000 XP per month
The monthly XP tracker in your sidebar now shows dual progress bars for both tiers with green checkmarks when you hit each target.
Working Pass Now in Blue - Working Pass tier styling has been updated from cyan to contributor blue. This matches the contributor role color scheme and makes it easier to distinguish from the main XP rank progress bar.
Admin Tier Management - Admins and editors can now manage user membership tiers directly from the Users dashboard page.
├──⭐ Profile Reviews Tab
See All Your Reviews - Your profile now has a dedicated Reviews tab showing every gear review you've submitted. Click Reviews in the tab bar to see your full review history.
What You'll See:
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Fixture Image & Details - Each review shows the fixture photo, name, and manufacturer
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Your Rating - Color-coded rating badge (green for 8+, amber for 5-7, red below 5)
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Review Preview - Your review title and body text at a glance
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Date Posted - When you submitted the review
Manage Your Reviews - On your own profile, each review has edit (pencil) and delete (trash) buttons. Click the pencil to revise your review, or the trash to remove it entirely.
Public Visibility - Other users can see your reviews when they visit your public profile. Reviews help the community learn from your hands-on experience.
├──📎 Document Management for Consoles
Attach Files & Links - Lighting consoles now have the same document management system as fixtures. Upload PDFs, link to manufacturer pages, or attach firmware downloads—all organized by category.
Console Document Categories:
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Manual - User manuals and quick start guides
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Firmware - Firmware update files and release notes
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Software - Software downloads and plugins
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Videos - Training videos and tutorials
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Manufacturer Page - Links to official product pages
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Datasheet - Technical specification sheets
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Brochure - Marketing materials and brochures
Shared Components - Both fixtures and consoles now use the same document manager. Any improvements we make to document handling will apply to all gear types automatically.
├──🎛️ Lighting Consoles Filter Overhaul
Filters Now Match Fixtures - The lighting consoles browse page filter sidebar has been completely redesigned to match the fixtures page. All filters now use dropdown menus instead of inline checkbox groups, with the same bordered sections and collapsible panels you know from fixtures.
New Filter Organization:
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Classification - Family, Class, and Manufacturer dropdowns
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Control & DMX - Protocols and Universe count filters
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Hardware - Fader count range
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Power & Physical - Power draw (W) and Weight (kg) range filters
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Connectivity - Network protocol selection
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Networking - Software platform dropdown
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Integration - Visualizer integrations multi-select
What's Improved:
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Collapsible sections with dark headers to match fixtures page styling
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Badge counts showing how many filters are active in each section
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Min/max range inputs for numeric fields with unit indicators
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New filters for Manufacturer, Software Platform, Visualizers, Power Draw, and Weight
├──🎨 Improved Form Controls
Chip-Style Selection - Protocol selection fields now use a visual chip/tag interface instead of dropdowns. Click chips to toggle them on or off—selected items highlight in your accent color. This applies to Communication Protocols, Power Connectors, and Wireless DMX Types on the fixture add/edit forms.
Add New Protocol - Can't find a protocol in the list? Click "Add New Protocol" below the protocol chips on both fixture and lighting console forms. Your new protocol gets saved to the database and becomes available for everyone.
├──⭐ Improved Review Experience
Softer Rating Blocks - The 1-10 rating scale in fixture and GDTF reviews now features a softer, more refined design. Rounded corners, subtle spacing between numbers, and a gentle glow on your selected value make rating feel smoother.
Smart Pros & Cons Suggestions - When writing a review, you'll now see two types of suggestions:
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Common Tags - Curated tags that apply to all fixtures (or all GDTF files). Things like "Quiet operation," "Bright output," or "Noisy fans."
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Item-Specific Tags - Tags other reviewers have used for this specific fixture or GDTF file.
Click any suggestion to add it instantly. Already-added tags are filtered out automatically so you won't see duplicates.
Consistent Across Reviews - Whether you're reviewing a fixture or rating a GDTF file, the experience is now unified. Same input styles, same suggestion system, same clean design.
├──📋 Request Equipment (Formerly Request Fixture)
Now Supports Multiple Gear Types - The "Request Fixture" button has been upgraded to "Request Equipment" and now supports requesting any type of gear in our growing database.
What's New:
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Equipment Type Selector - Choose between Fixture or Lighting Console when submitting a request
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Dynamic Labels - The form adapts its labels and placeholders based on your selection
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Type-Aware Notifications - Contributors see which type of equipment each request is for
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Discord Updates - Request notifications now show the equipment type with appropriate icons
How It Works:
1. Click "Request Equipment" from your homepage macro grid
2. Select the equipment type (Fixture or Lighting Console)
3. Enter the name, manufacturer, and optional details
4. Submit—contributors will see your request in their dashboard
For Contributors - The Equipment Requests widget in your sidebar now displays the equipment type for each pending request, making it easy to see what's needed at a glance.
├──🎨 Industry Focus Badges Match Department Colors
Unified Color System - Industry focus badges (like "Lighting Director" or "Audio Engineer") now use the same synesthesia color palette as department badges throughout the site.
What Changed:
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Lighting focuses now display hot pink with cyan border (matching the Lighting department)
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Audio focuses show deep blue with orange border (matching Audio department)
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Video focuses use purple with neon green border (matching Video department)
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Rigging focuses display silver steel tones
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All industry focus badges now have consistent 2-color styling across the site
├──📸 Expanded Fixture Share Cards
More Details on Instagram Shares - The fixture share card (used for Instagram and social media sharing) now includes more technical details from the sidebar.
Now Showing:
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8 Spec Cards - Power, Weight, Lumens, Beam Angle, Color Temp, CRI, IP Rating, and Dimensions
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Protocols Row - Shows up to 3 communication protocols as cyan badges
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Document Count - Displays how many docs/links are available for the fixture
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4 Community Stats - Locations, Year Introduced, Favorites, and Views
The share card automatically pulls data from light sources and measurements when available.
Consistent Card Sizes - All stat cards in the share image are now the same size. Technical specs and community stats use identical card dimensions and fonts for a clean, unified look.
├──⭐ Smarter Review Prompts
They Disappear After 3 Reviews - The "Used This Fixture?" modal that appears on fixture pages now tracks how many reviews you've submitted. Once you've left 3 reviews, the modal stops appearing entirely—no more dismissing it on every page.
Countdown Message - While you're building up your review count, the modal shows a helpful message: "Leave X more reviews and this prompt disappears forever!" This lets you know exactly how close you are to permanent dismissal.
Per-Fixture Memory - Check "Don't show this again for this fixture" to dismiss the modal for that specific fixture. The modal remembers your choice and won't bother you about fixtures you've already decided to skip.
├──🗺️ SoftPatch Preview
Coming Soon - A new "SoftPatch" section now appears in the fixture filter sidebar, previewing an upcoming feature for sharing gear.
What's Coming: Put your gear on the map and connect with other users in your area. List your personal gear or studio space for others to find.
Working Pass Required - A Working pass membership will be required to list personal gear or studio space on the SoftPatch. The preview section uses contributor blue styling and includes a map pin icon hinting at the location-based features to come.
├──🔧 Changes
Working Pass Pricing Updated - Working Pass membership is now $8/month (previously $5/month). Annual pricing is $77/year with 20% savings—same great discount, adjusted to match the new monthly rate.
AAA Tier Now Earnable with XP - Active contributors can now earn AAA All Access membership by maintaining 5,000 XP per month. The monthly XP tracker in your sidebar now shows dual progress bars:
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Working Pass - 1,000 XP/month (cyan progress bar)
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AAA All Access - 5,000 XP/month (yellow progress bar)
When you hit a target, the bar turns green with a checkmark. Check the Membership page for full details on earning tiers through contributions.
Toolbar Navigation Updated - The Lightbulb icon in the toolbar is now a Grid icon and links to the new Gear hub (/gear) instead of going directly to Fixtures. From the Gear page, you can access any equipment database.
Console Sidebar Matches Fixtures - The lighting console edit sidebar now works exactly like the fixtures sidebar. Links appear in the Documents section only when they exist as documents—no more separate Quick Links section with URL inputs.
Manufacturer Dashboard Upgraded - If you're a manufacturer rep, your dashboard now has the same sidebar experience as other roles. Navigate between Profile, Locations, and Products using the sidebar instead of internal tabs.
Top Favorites Hidden by Default - The Top Favorites widget no longer appears by default. You can enable it anytime through the sidebar settings panel.
Survey Stays Put - For contributors and regular users, the Survey widget is permanent and can't be hidden—we still want your feedback!
├──🏭 Admin Manufacturer Management
Full Manufacturer Control - Admins now have a dedicated Manufacturers page in the admin dashboard, matching the functionality of the existing Vendors page. Manage all manufacturers from one place with three organized tabs.
What's Included:
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All Manufacturers Tab - Sortable table view with filters for claimed status, subscription tier, and company type. Search by name, view fixture counts, and take quick actions.
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Applications Tab - Review new manufacturer registration requests. Approve to create the manufacturer and assign the rep, or reject with an optional reason.
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Claims Tab - Handle requests from users wanting to represent existing manufacturers. View the manufacturer profile before approving or rejecting.
Quick Actions Menu - Click "Actions" on any manufacturer row to view their profile, edit details, toggle claimed status, or delete (only if no fixtures are associated).
Streamlined Navigation - Manufacturers moved from the Applications submenu to a top-level admin nav item for easier access.
├──🎯 Homepage Database Pools
Consoles Tab Added - The Lighting pool card on the homepage now shows a fourth tab for Lighting Consoles. Click directly into Fixtures, Consoles, Manufacturers, or Vendors without expanding the pool first. Each tab displays its count with color-coded icons.
Improved Visibility - Text in the database pools grid is now easier to read. Shortcut letters, descriptions, and counts have been lightened from dark gray to a more visible shade.
Consistent Icon Colors - Each data type has its own color: Fixtures (yellow), Consoles (cyan), Manufacturers (purple), Vendors (red). These colors now appear consistently throughout the app, including the macro panel and navigation.
├──⚡ Power Mode for Editors
Editor-Only Filter Toolkit - Editors (role level 3+) now have access to Power Mode—a special filtering system designed for managing database quality. When enabled, you get advanced filter capabilities that help identify and fix incomplete data.
How to Use:
1. Navigate to the Fixtures page
2. Look for the "Power Mode" section at the top of the filter sidebar (emerald/green styling)
3. Toggle it ON to reveal the advanced filters
Include/Exclude Toggle - Every multi-select filter gains an "is/is not" toggle. Click the = button next to any filter to switch to exclude mode (≠). This lets you filter OUT selected values—for example, show all fixtures EXCEPT those from certain manufacturers.
Missing Data Finder - A new dropdown lets you find fixtures with incomplete information. Select any combination of:
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Missing Image, Missing Manual, Missing GDTF, Missing Video
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Missing Weight, Missing Dimensions, Missing DMX Info, Missing Product URL
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Missing Release Year, Missing Power Draw, Missing Light Source, Missing Photometric Data, Missing IP Rating
Selecting multiple options uses OR logic—you'll see fixtures missing ANY of the selected fields.
Verified Status Filter - Filter by whether fixtures are verified (Yes/No/All). Useful for quality audits and finding entries that need review.
Why Emerald? - Power Mode uses emerald/green accents to match the Editor role color scheme established in the dashboard theming update.
├──🏢 Enhanced Vendor Profiles
More Business Details - Vendor profiles now capture richer information about each company. Whether you're looking for a rental house in your region or a full-service production company, you can now filter and browse with more precision.
New Vendor Filters:
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Company Size - Solo Operator, Small Business, Mid-Market, or Enterprise
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Company Type - Rental House, Production Company, AV Integrator, Dealer, or Reseller
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Service Regions - Local, Regional, National, or International coverage
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Service Types - Dry Hire, Wet Hire, Full Service, or Cross-Rental
Updated Vendor Form - Contributors and editors can now add company size, founding year, business types, service coverage, and social media links when creating or editing vendors.
Vendor Detail Pages - View the new Company Info and Service Info sections in the vendor sidebar. Social media links display with brand-colored icons (LinkedIn blue, Instagram pink, Facebook blue, YouTube red).
├──⭐ Recent Reviews Page
All-New Reviews Feed - The /reviews page has been completely redesigned. Each review now displays as a horizontal card with the fixture thumbnail on the left, your rating prominently displayed on the right, and the reviewer's avatar and username below.
At a Glance:
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Fixture Thumbnail - See what fixture was reviewed without clicking
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Color-Coded Ratings - Green for excellent (8+), yellow for good (5-7), red for needs improvement (<5)
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User Avatars - Reviewer photos or initials displayed in circular badges
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Relative Timestamps - "Just now", "2h ago", "3d ago" for quick context
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Click to View - Each card links directly to the fixture's Performance tab
├──👤 Profile Settings Updates
Industry Focus - "Specialty Badge" has been renamed to "Industry Focus" to better describe what it represents—your primary area of expertise in the industry. The "Pick Specialty" button is now "Pick Industry Focus".
Username Taken? No Problem - When you try to save a username that's already taken, you'll now see a clear, friendly error message: "This username is already taken. Please choose a different one." No more confusing database errors.
├──🐛 Bug Fixes
Review Submissions Now Save All Ratings - Fixed an issue where submitting a review only saved a few of your ratings. All 27 rating dimensions now save correctly when you submit a review.
Reviews Display Your Name Properly - Fixed reviews incorrectly showing as "Anonymous" even when you didn't check the anonymous box. Your username (or first/last name if no username set) now displays correctly on your reviews.
Gear Reviews Widget Improved - The Gear Reviews sidebar widget now shows numeric ratings with color coding (green for 8+, yellow for 5-7, red for under 5) instead of star icons. Updated styling to blue accents for consistency.
Sidebar Widget Dismiss Button - All sidebar widgets now have an X button in the header for quick dismissal. Permanent widgets like Survey show a lock icon and cannot be hidden.
Contributors Can Create Manufacturers - Fixed an issue preventing contributors from creating new manufacturers when adding fixtures or lighting consoles. The "Create Manufacturer" button now works as expected.
Lighting Console Saves Work - Fixed an issue where saving a new lighting console would fail silently. Database permissions have been corrected.
Year Introduced Quick Lookup Improved - The search button for looking up release years is now more visible—it appears right next to the "Year Introduced" label with clear "Quick Lookup" text. Hover over it to see what information is needed before the search will work.
Macro Buttons Respect Permissions - Fixed an issue where "Add" buttons could appear in the macro bar for users who no longer have permission to add content. If your account role changes, your macro buttons now automatically update to show only the actions you're allowed to perform.
My Profile Goes to Settings - The "My Profile" macro button now takes you directly to your profile settings page instead of your public profile. Faster access to update your info, avatar, and preferences.
Empty Macro Slots Are Clickable - Unused macro slots now show a yellow dashed outline with a + icon. Click any empty slot to open the customization modal and add a new macro. The second row only appears when you have macros assigned there—no more empty space.
Profile Photo Upload Made Obvious - Added a camera icon badge to your avatar on the profile settings page. The little camera in the corner makes it clear you can click to upload or change your photo.
├──➕ Add Manufacturer While Adding Gear
Quick Manufacturer Creation - Can't find the manufacturer in the dropdown when adding a fixture or lighting console? No problem! Click "Add New Manufacturer" below the dropdown to create one on the spot. The new manufacturer is automatically selected and ready to go.
Department & Subcategory Selection - When creating a new manufacturer, you can now select which departments they operate in (Lighting, Audio, Video, Rigging, etc.) and their specific product subcategories (Moving Lights, LED Fixtures, Control & Consoles, etc.). The lighting department is pre-selected when adding from fixture or console forms.
├──🎨 Improved Import Tools
Better Visibility - The AI Extract and GDTF Import tools on the fixture and console add forms are now easier to see and use. Borders are brighter, placeholder text is more readable, and the overall styling is more polished.
Unified Quick Actions - The "Fulfill a Request?" and "New to Contributing?" cards on the fixture add form now sit side-by-side in a clean row. On mobile, they stack neatly. Both cards share the same styling for a cohesive look.
├──🎛️ Lighting Console Cards Redesigned
Matching the Fixtures Experience - Console cards on the browse page now look exactly like fixture cards. Same square image with white background, same layout with name at the top, same clickable manufacturer badge, and the same spec list format.
What's Changed:
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Square Image - Product images now fill a square area with white background for a clean, uniform look
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Title First - Console name appears prominently at the top in your accent color
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Clickable Manufacturer - The manufacturer badge now takes you to their profile page
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Specs Format - Family, Platform, Universes, and Weight displayed as label:value rows
├──📋 List View for Lighting Consoles
Your Choice of Views - The lighting consoles page now supports both grid and list views, just like fixtures. Click the list icon in the toolbar to switch to a compact table layout perfect for scanning lots of consoles quickly.
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Resizable Columns - Drag column edges to adjust widths. Your preferences are saved automatically.
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Draggable Columns - Reorder columns by dragging them left or right
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Compact Rows - Thumbnail, name, manufacturer, and key specs all in one scannable row
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Column Options - Family, Class, Platform, Faders, Universes, and Weight
├──🖱️ Right-Click Context Menu
Quick Actions at Your Fingertips - Right-click any console card, list row, or detail page image to access a context menu with common actions. No more hunting through buttons—the actions you need are one click away.
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Open Details (⏎) - Jump to the console's full detail page
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Add to Compare (C) - Add the console to your comparison list
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Edit Console (E) - Open the edit form (contributors only)
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View Manufacturer (M) - Go to the manufacturer's profile
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View Larger - Expand the image in a lightbox (detail page only)
When multiple consoles are selected, bulk actions appear in the menu.
├──🎚️ Visual Filter Sliders
Drag to Filter - The range filters in the lighting consoles sidebar now feature visual sliders with draggable handles, matching the fixtures page. Drag the min and max handles to set your range, or type values directly in the input fields.
Slider Filters:
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DMX Universes - 1 to 256 universes
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Total Faders - 0 to 100 faders
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Power Draw - 0 to 1,500 watts
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Weight - 0 to 100 kg
The highlighted track between handles shows your selected range at a glance.
├──🏆 Earn Your Membership Through XP
Contribute to Unlock - You can now earn membership tier access through your monthly contributions instead of paying. Hit the XP targets and unlock features for free:
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Working Pass - Earn 1,000 XP in a rolling 30-day period
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AAA All Access - Earn 5,000 XP in a rolling 30-day period
Your XP-based access is calculated automatically and works alongside paid subscriptions.
├──💀 Freeloaders Wall of Shame
Negative XP? You're on the List - The Contributors page now has a "Freeloaders" tab showing users who've gone into XP debt. There are very few ways to go negative, but if you find one... you'll end up on the Wall of Shame with skull styling and a red theme.
Good News - If everyone's contributing, you'll see a trophy celebrating that no freeloaders exist!
├──🌗 Light Mode Improvements
Better Theme Support - Light mode now looks much better across the community pages (Contributors, Members, Staff). We've replaced hardcoded dark colors with proper theme-aware styling throughout.
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HUD frames now use accent-colored borders instead of gray
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Tickers have darker backgrounds that work in both themes
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Cards, inputs, and buttons all respond correctly to theme changes
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Homepage logo switches between light and dark versions
├──🎨 Homepage Logo Theme Switching
Automatic Logo Switching - The homepage logo now automatically uses the appropriate version for your theme. Dark mode shows the standard logo, light mode shows the light-optimized version.
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0374-065
v0.3.7.4
Date: January 21, 2026
├──✨ New Feature
Usernames Are Here - Your display name has been replaced with a unique username. Usernames can contain letters, numbers, and underscores (3-30 characters). This lays the groundwork for @mentions coming soon—tag other contributors in comments and discussions.
Your existing display name was automatically converted: spaces became underscores and special characters were removed. If your username ended up looking weird, you can update it in your profile settings.
├──🔧 Changes
No More Claim Limits - Contributors can now claim as many fixture requests as they want. The previous 3-claim limit was causing issues and has been removed entirely. Claim away—but don't be greedy!
Cleaner Status Bar - Removed the "SUPPORT_DEV" coffee link from the bottom status bar for a cleaner interface.
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0373-066
v0.3.7.3
Date: January 21, 2026
├──⚡ Performance
Faster Editor Dashboard - The editor review page now loads significantly faster with server-side pagination. Instead of loading every pending submission at once, the page fetches 20 items at a time with page navigation controls.
Fixture Requests Prioritized - Submissions linked to fixture requests now appear first in the editor queue. When contributors claim and complete fixture requests, editors see that work at the top of their review list.
On-Demand Duplicate Checking - New entries no longer automatically search for duplicates on page load. Editors can click "Check for duplicates" on individual submissions to scan for similar entities—keeping the initial load fast while still catching potential duplicates before approval.
├──🎨 Dashboard Theming
Main Toolbar Always Visible - The site toolbar now stays visible on all dashboard pages (Admin, Contributor, Editor, Vendor). No more hunting for the menu—navigation is always one click away.
Role Color Accents - Each dashboard now has its own color identity with themed borders and highlights:
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Admin — Amber accents
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Contributor — Blue accents
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Editor — Emerald accents
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Vendor — Red accents
Active menu items, sidebar borders, and role badges all match your dashboard's color scheme.
├──🔧 Bug Fixes
Linked Claims Not Releasing Claim Slots - Fixed an issue where claims linked to pending submissions still counted against your 3-claim limit. Now when you link a submission to a claimed fixture request, that slot properly frees up so you can claim more work.
XP Rank Display Corrected - Fixed an issue where Veteran and Expert ranks were swapped on profile pages. Your rank badges now display correctly:
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Newcomer — Under 1,000 XP
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Founding Contributor — 1,000+ XP
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Expert — 10,000+ XP
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Veteran — 25,000+ XP
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Legend — 50,000+ XP
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0372-067
v0.3.7.2
Date: January 21, 2026
├──🔧 Bug Fixes
Contributors Can Now Add Vendors - Fixed a permission error that blocked contributors from submitting new vendors. You can now add vendors to the database just like manufacturers—your submissions go to editor review before going live.
Manufacturer Approval Flow Fixed - When editors approve pending manufacturer submissions, the system now properly validates the data and records who approved it. This matches how vendor approvals already worked.
Approval Audit Trail - All pending edit approvals now track which editor approved the submission and when, enabling better accountability and review history.
Contributors Can Now Add Fixture Classes - Fixed a permission error that blocked contributors from adding new fixture classes like "BRAIN" (Power + Data Drivers). You can now expand the classification system while contributing fixtures.
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0371-068
v0.3.7.1
Date: January 21, 2026
├──🔧 Bug Fixes
Linked Claims No Longer Block New Claims - Fixed an issue where fixture requests stayed "in progress" and counted against your 3-claim limit even after you submitted the fixture. Now, once you link a submission to a claim, that slot frees up immediately so you can keep contributing while waiting for editor review.
Link Request Validation - Submissions can only be linked to your own claimed requests, ensuring proper credit and preventing stuck claims.
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0370-069
v0.3.7.0
Date: January 19-20, 2026
├──🌐 Multi-Department Foundation
Beyond Lighting (Coming Soon) - Manufacturers and vendors can now be tagged and filtered by department: Audio, Video, Staging, Rigging, Power, Backline, and Prod Services. This lays the groundwork for future equipment databases—lighting fixtures remain the only complete product schema for now.
├──🏠 Homepage & Navigation
Redesigned Visitor Experience - New homepage for visitors with hero section, value props, social proof, and clear entry points to sign up or explore as a guest.
Database Pool Navigation - Click pool tiles to jump directly to filtered manufacturer/vendor lists. Press L, V, A, S, P, X, or B for pools; M/V inside; ESC to return. Browse directories without signing up.
├──🏭 For Manufacturers
Claim & Manage Profiles - Find your company and click "Claim This Profile" for verification. Submit new manufacturer applications via "Register / Claim". Claims reviewed at /admin/applications/manufacturers.
Manufacturer Dashboard - Approved reps get /manufacturer with Profile, Locations, and Products tabs.
Detail Page Redesign - Tabbed layout: Catalog (with filters), About, Locations (interactive map), Support.
Advanced Filters - Filter by Company Type, Size, and Distribution Regions.
├──🏪 For Vendors
Gear Type Subcategories - Specify equipment types (Moving Lights, PA Systems, Mixers, etc.) that appear on profiles and in filters.
Region Auto-Fill - Country selection auto-fills your geographic region.
├──🎫 Business Features
Subscription Tiers - Backstage pass pricing for manufacturers and vendors:
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Club — Free: Basic listing, 1 location
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Theater — $49/mo: 3 locations, verified badge
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Arena — $149/mo: Unlimited locations, 5 reps, featured placement
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Stadium — $349/mo: Homepage rotation, API access
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Festival — Custom: Enterprise integrations, dedicated SLA
Contributor Step-Down - Step down from Profile → Settings. Keep XP and badges, return anytime via admin reinstatement.
├──🎨 Design System
Synesthesia Department Colors - 2-color "True Contrast" badges designed for instant recognition:
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Audio — Deep sub blue meets orange sizzle
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Lighting — Hot pink clashes with cyan snap
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Video — Refresh rate purple against neon green glitch
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SFX — Flash impulse yellow with hazard orange
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Power — Fluorescent green sparks against red fault
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Rigging — Industrial silver, clean and structural
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Staging — Deck resonance gray with gaff yellow
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Backline — Warm tube amber glows against cold navy
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Cases — Road-worn asphalt trimmed in stencil orange
Fresh Role Colors - Each role gets its own glow:
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Admin — amber
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Editor — emerald
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Manufacturer Rep — purple
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Moderator — pink
Lucide Icons - Factory for manufacturers, Lightbulb for fixtures, Building2 for vendors. Warehouse reserved for inventory indicators.
Card & UI Improvements - Manufacturer cards get larger logos, department badges, and country flags. Vendor cards are location-focused for local rentals. Unified components provide consistent tabs, filters, and empty states across all pages.
├──🛠️ Admin Tools
Vendor Management - Sortable table with filters and bulk actions.
Stepped Down Filter - See and reinstate former contributors.
XP Display - Users page shows total XP.
Claimed Badge - Green "CLAIMED" status on managed profiles.
├──🔧 Support Tools
In-App Debug Console - Long-press (2 sec) any version number to open. View logs with timestamps and levels, inspect user profile/permissions/theme/app info, and copy all for bug reports. Press ESC or click outside to close.
├──🎛️ Sidebar Customization
Drag-and-Drop Reordering - Personalize your homepage sidebar! Drag panels to rearrange them in your preferred order. Hover over any panel to reveal the drag handle.
Moveable Panels - YOUR_STATUS (XP, stats, pending items), CONTROL_CENTER (admin review queue), GET_INVOLVED (application cards), VENDOR_HOTLINE (support contact), REPRESENTING (company info), TOP_FAVORITES (most-liked fixtures), HOT_INVENTORY (popular stocked items).
Pinned Survey - The Help Build RiderReady survey stays pinned at the top for contributors and users (not shown for admins or vendor reps).
Your Layout Follows You - Changes save instantly to your browser and sync to your account, so your sidebar looks the same on any device.
Rank Badge Display - The XP status panel now shows your current rank badge next to your lifetime XP total.
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0368-070
v0.3.6.8
Date: January 19, 2026
├──🔧 Bug Fixes
Contributor Manufacturer Permissions - Investigating and improving diagnostics for contributors experiencing "Insufficient permissions" when adding manufacturers. Enhanced logging helps us identify and resolve edge cases in permission checks.
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0367-071
v0.3.6.7
Date: January 18, 2026
├──🎯 Macro Positioning
Arrange Macros Your Way - Macros now stay exactly where you put them! Place your macro buttons at specific positions with gaps in between (like 1, 2, 5, 8) and they'll stay that way on your homepage. No more auto-collapsing into a tight row.
Click-to-Place Macros - New workflow in the customize modal: click an empty slot to select it (it glows orange), then click any macro to add it to that specific spot. Perfect for building your ideal macro layout with gaps where you want them.
├──🏪 Vendor Features
Vendor CTA on Homepage - New section on the homepage for vendor applications and claims. Own or work at a rental house? Apply to add a new vendor or claim an existing vendor profile with the new split button.
Inventory Reports Go Live Immediately - Community inventory reports now appear on the site instantly! No more waiting for admin approval - your reports help the community right away.
├──🔧 Bug Fixes
Clone Fixture Documentation - Fixed an application error that occurred when changing documentation links in cloned fixtures. You can now edit documents in cloned fixtures without any issues.
Macro Positions Stick - Fixed macros not staying in their assigned positions. Your carefully arranged macro layout now persists correctly between the customize modal and your homepage.
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0366-072
v0.3.6.6
Date: January 18, 2026
├──📊 Chart & Detail Improvements
Better Photometrics - Photometric charts now include axis labels and show aggregated values when not hovering.
Lens Diameter - You can now see lens diameter on fixture detail pages.
├──🖼️ Zoomable Images
Get a Closer Look - Image lightboxes are now zoomable. Pinch or scroll to zoom in on fixture images for detailed inspection.
├──🙈 Cleaner Contributor Interface
Less Clutter - The contributor dashboard has been streamlined. Actions that don't apply to your role are now hidden.
├──🔧 Bug Fixes
Surge XP - Fixed an issue with surge XP calculations.
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0365-073
v0.3.6.5
Date: January 17, 2026
├──⌨️ Context Menu Keyboard Shortcuts
Quick Actions, No Mouse Required - Right-click menus now support keyboard shortcuts. When you open a context menu, just press the letter shown next to any action—F for Favorites, L for Lists, C for Compare, W for Locate, M for Manual. The action triggers instantly and the menu closes. Power users rejoice!
├──📍 Locate Tab & Quick Access
Find It Faster - The "Where to Find" tab has been renamed to "Locate" for a cleaner look. Even better: press W in any fixture context menu to jump straight to vendor availability. Whether you're browsing the list or viewing a fixture, one keystroke shows you where to get it.
├──💬 Earn XP for Feedback
Your Voice is Worth 75 XP - Submitting feedback through our feedback system now rewards you with 75 XP. Bug reports, feature requests, general feedback—every submission earns you XP while helping us improve RiderReady. Check out the "How to Earn XP" sections on the Contributors and Users pages to see all the ways to build your XP.
├──📊 Smarter Profile Stats
See What Matters to You - Your profile now shows the XP-earning activities that actually apply to your role. Regular users see Reviews, Votes, Inventory Reports, and Feedback. Contributors see additional stats like Fixtures Added and Edits. No more seeing zeros for things you can't do yet—just the contributions that count for you.
├──🏷️ Vendor Target Markets
Clearer Terminology - What was called "Specialties" on vendor pages is now "Target Markets"—because that's what it actually means. Filter vendors by the markets they serve: Concert/Touring, Theater, Corporate Events, Broadcast/Film, and more.
├──🔧 Bug Fixes
Surge XP Now Applied - Fixed an issue where contributors weren't receiving their XP surge multiplier bonus when their fixture submissions were approved. If you submitted during a surge period, your bonus is now properly applied.
Search Results Now Clickable - Fixed an issue where clicking on search results in the toolbar dropdown would close the menu without navigating to the fixture. Results now navigate correctly.
AI Search Shows All Results - AI search now displays all matching fixtures instead of limiting to 5. When AI finds 20 fixtures for your query, you'll see all 20 in the scrollable dropdown.
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├──⚡ Live Surge Demos
See the Lightning - The changelog page now shows real-time surge effect demos! When you read about XP surge tiers, you'll see actual electric animations at each intensity level—lightning bolts crackling, sparks flying, and plasma effects pulsing. Experience all four surge levels (2.0x, 3.5x, 6.5x, 9.0x) without leaving the changelog.
├──🎁 Survey Completion Reward
250 XP for Your Input - Completing a community survey now awards 250 XP to your account. Your feedback helps shape RiderReady's future, and now it helps build your contributor status too. Look for the "+250 XP" note on the survey banner.
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0364-074
v0.3.6.4
Date: January 17, 2026
├──⚡ Flexible Macro Positioning
Place Macros Anywhere - You can now place macro buttons at specific positions with gaps between them. Want a macro always at position 1 and another at position 5? Just drag them where you want and the empty slots stay empty. Keyboard shortcuts stay consistent—key "6" always triggers position 5, regardless of gaps.
├──⚡ Dynamic Macro Buttons
Lists & Presets at Your Fingertips - Your macro buttons just got more powerful. Open the macro customize modal and you'll find two new sections: "My Lists" and "Saved Filters". Tap any of your lists or saved filter presets to add them as macro buttons. One tap takes you directly to that list or applies those filters instantly.
Save Your Filters - On the Fixtures page, set up your favorite filter combination and click "Save Preset" in the filter bar. Name it something memorable like "LED Pars" or "Quiet Moving Lights". Your preset is saved to your account and can be turned into a macro button for instant access.
Presets in the Sidebar - Your saved filter presets now appear in the AAA Preview section of the fixtures sidebar. Click any preset to apply those filters instantly. Hover to reveal a delete button if you need to remove one.
├──🤖 AI Search Back in Toolbar
Ask Questions, Get Fixtures - AI search returns to the toolbar! Click the search icon to toggle between standard and AI mode. Ask natural language questions like "Bright IP65 wash under 20kg" or "Quiet spot for broadcast". When AI mode is active, the icon changes to a robot and highlights in orange.
Login Required - AI search is available to authenticated users. If you're not logged in, you'll see a locked button that links to the login page.
Example Queries - When you activate AI mode, the dropdown shows clickable example queries to help you get started.
├──🔍 Smarter Search
Go Where the Results Are - When you search and hit Enter, the app now sends you to the right place based on what matches. Searching for a manufacturer name like "Acme"? If only manufacturers match, you'll land on the manufacturers page instead of fixtures. Same for vendors. No more empty fixture results when you meant to search something else.
├──📱 Better Responsive Layout
Icons When Needed - On medium-sized screens, the navigation links (Lighting, Mfr, Vendors) now show only icons to save space. Full labels return on larger screens. Hover over any icon to see its label in a tooltip.
No More Overlap - Fixed an issue where the search bar could overlap the buttons on either side when zoomed in or on narrower screens.
├──⚡ Electric Surge Animation
Feel the Lightning - XP surge animations have been completely redesigned with dramatic electric effects. Real lightning bolts crackle around the badge, sparks shoot outward, and plasma energy pulses through the display. The higher your surge multiplier, the more electrifying the visuals:
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1.5x-2.5x - Yellow electric pulses with gentle sparks and glowing field
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2.5x-5x - Orange lightning bolts with rapid sparks and shimmer effects
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5x-8x - Intense crackling with multiple lightning arcs and particle storms
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8x+ - Full electrical storm mode with corner arcs, plasma waves, and maximum chaos
Both the toolbar contributor badge and the surge banner on your contributor dashboard now respond dynamically to the current surge level. Lightning bolts randomly regenerate and flicker, sparks fly in all directions, and the electric field intensifies—you'll definitely know when it's prime time to submit!
├──🔧 Bug Fixes
Vendor Rep Badge Color - The Vendor Rep badge in the notification dropdown now displays in the correct red color to match other vendor UI elements like the status bar and avatar frame.
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0363-075
v0.3.6.3
Date: January 17, 2026
├──📄 Document Links in Edit Form
Quick Access - The fixture edit/add form sidebar now shows all attached documents with category icons (📘 Manual, 📈 Photometric, 🧩 GDTF, 🎬 Video, 🏭 Product Page). Click any document to open it directly. Primary documents are marked with a yellow ★ star.
├──⌨️ Customizable Macro Buttons
5 Buttons, Your Way - The macro row on your homepage now has 5 buttons instead of 4. Regular users get a new "Support" button for quick access to help. Vendor reps get "Browse DB" to jump straight to the fixture database.
Drag to Reorder - Click the gear icon next to MACROS to customize your button order. Drag buttons to rearrange them however you like. Your custom order is saved and persists across sessions.
Long-Press Shortcut - On mobile or desktop, hold down on the macro grid for half a second to open the reorder modal. A quick way to rearrange without hunting for the gear icon.
More Keyboard Shortcuts - Macro shortcuts now support keys 1 through 9 plus 0. Currently 1-5 are active for the 5 buttons. Keys 6-0 are reserved for future macro expansion.
├──📋 Clone Fixture
Quick Variants - Editors can now right-click any fixture card and select "Clone Fixture" to create a copy. The add form opens pre-filled with all data from the original fixture—including light sources, fan modes, measurements, and documents. The name is prefixed with "Copy of" so you can easily identify and rename it. Perfect for creating fixture variants without starting from scratch.
├──🖼️ Image Lightbox
Full-Screen Preview - Click any fixture image to view it full-screen in a lightbox modal. Works on both fixture detail pages and the compare page. Close by clicking the backdrop, the X button, or pressing Escape.
├──📊 Negative CRI Support
Extended Range - CRI values can now be negative to accommodate special light sources and measurement edge cases. This allows for more accurate data entry when dealing with unusual photometric measurements.
├──☑️ Selection Persistence
Keep Your Selection - When you select multiple fixtures and click the heart to favorite (or unfavorite) them all, your selection now stays intact. Previously, this action would clear your selection, making you re-select everything if you wanted to do something else with those fixtures. Now you can favorite a batch and immediately add them to a list—no re-selecting needed.
├──❤️ Faster Favorites
Instant Response - Favoriting and unfavoriting fixtures now responds instantly. The heart button updates immediately while the save happens in the background.
Compare View - Favorite fixtures directly from the compare page without leaving your comparison.
Real-Time Filter Updates - The "Favorites Only" filter updates in real-time as you favorite or unfavorite fixtures. No need to refresh the page to see changes.
Synced Avatars - Your profile picture now correctly appears or disappears in the "who favorited this" display when you toggle favorites, even when navigating between pages.
├──📋 Smarter List Modal
Bulk List Detection - When adding multiple fixtures to a list, lists that already contain ALL of your selected fixtures now show as checked. Makes it easier to see which lists already have your selection.
├──⚡ Cache Improvements
Better Performance - Enhanced caching throughout the app for improved performance and data consistency.
├──🐛 Bug Fixes
Contributor Documents - Fixed a bug where contributor documents would unexpectedly disappear from the interface.
Compare Page Improvements - Fixed removal buttons and improved column layout.
Print Page Improvements - Cleaner print output without overlays.
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0362-076
v0.3.6.2
Date: January 16, 2026
├──💡 Light Source Classes
Multi-Function Fixtures - Assign light sources to specific classes on fixtures with multiple functions (like a Wash + Strobe hybrid). Toggle buttons appear in the light source editor when your fixture has multiple classes selected.
Auto-Linked Measurements - New light sources automatically get a linked measurement created with appropriate naming.
Smarter Editing - Forms now bypass cache when entering edit mode, and pages refresh after saving to show your changes immediately.
├──📋 Help Build RiderReady Survey
Share Your Expertise - We're expanding to new departments and want your input! A new community survey lets you tell us how you can help shape RiderReady's future. Whether you're a potential contributor with industry knowledge, a developer interested in building the platform, a vendor who wants specific features, or just have feedback to share—we want to hear from you.
Personalized Questions - The survey adapts based on your role. Contributors answer questions about their department expertise and what they'd like to contribute. Developers share their technical skills and feature interests. Vendors tell us what data and tools would help their business. Everyone gets relevant questions.
Homepage Banner - Look for the "Help Build RiderReady" banner in your homepage sidebar. Once you complete the survey, it'll show a thank-you message instead.
├──🗂️ Database Pools Redesign
All Departments at a Glance - The homepage now displays a grid of 9 department pools: Lighting, Audio, Video, Backline, Staging & Rigging, Power & Distro, Crew & Labor, Prod Services, and Venues. Lighting is live now—others are coming soon.
Drill Into Departments - Click the Lighting pool to view its sub-pools (Fixtures, Consoles, Manufacturers, Vendors) right in place. A back button returns you to the main grid. Consoles coming soon.
Live Stats Preview - The Lighting pool shows inline counts (227 fixtures · 25 mfrs · 40 vendors) so you can see pool sizes at a glance before drilling in.
├──⌨️ Keyboard Navigation
Quick Access Shortcuts - Navigate the homepage without touching your mouse:
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1 2 3 4 — Trigger Macros (Add Fixture, Browse DB, Profile, What's New)
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L — Open or close the Lighting pool
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F M V — Jump to Fixtures, Manufacturers, or Vendors (inside Lighting)
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Escape — Return to main pool view
Shortcuts are disabled when typing in search or input fields.
├──📦 Recent Inventory Expanded
More Vendors, More Fixtures - The Recent Inventory grid on the homepage now includes fixtures from both community sightings and official vendor inventory. Previously, only user-reported fixtures appeared, which meant some vendors were missing. Now you'll see a fuller picture of what's available at rental houses.
├──🔔 Discord Notifications for Fixture Requests
Stay in the Loop - New fixture requests now post automatically to a Discord channel. When someone requests a fixture to be added, a rich embed appears in Discord showing the fixture name, manufacturer, and why they want it. Great for keeping your community informed about what's needed.
Push Existing Requests - Admins can push all pending requests to Discord at once from the admin dashboard. Useful for catching up your Discord channel with requests submitted before the integration was set up.
├──💬 Feedback Hub
Submit Feedback Directly - A new Feedback Hub at /feedback lets you submit bug reports, feature requests, and general feedback without leaving the site. No Discord account needed—your tickets go straight to our team and you can track responses right here.
Two-Way Communication - When our team responds in Discord, their replies automatically appear on your ticket page with a Discord badge. Check back anytime to see updates on your submissions.
Quick Submit from Support - The Support page now has quick-action buttons that open the feedback form with the type pre-selected. Click "Bug Reports" and you're immediately in the bug report form—no extra clicks.
Admin Dashboard - New feedback management interface for the team to review, prioritize, and respond to all community feedback in one place.
├──🐛 Bug Fix
Fixture Approval Error - Fixed an issue preventing editors from approving fixture submissions. Contributors who submitted fixtures while claiming requests were affected. The fix ensures surge XP bonuses are still awarded correctly.
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0361-077
v0.3.6.1
Date: January 15, 2026
├──✨ Membership Page Redesign
Premium Visual Effects - The membership pricing cards have been completely redesigned with eye-catching effects:
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Working Pass - Subtle pulsing cyan glow with hover animations
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AAA - Premium 3D tilt effect on hover, animated gold shine sweep, glowing borders, and a shimmering "Best Value" ribbon
New Pricing - Working Pass is now just $5/month (down from $10). Save even more with annual plans:
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Working Pass: $48/year (save 20%)
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AAA: $240/year (save 20%)
Updated Features
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Local - Now includes documentation access for current (non-discontinued) fixtures
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Working Pass - Added advanced filters and access to all documents including legacy fixture archives
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AAA - Added RiderReady 1.0.0.0 Early Access for the non-beta release coming in 2027
├──⚡ Surge Indicator on Fixture Requests
Don't Miss the Bonus - When an XP surge is active, the Fixture Requests section on your contributor homepage now displays a strobing lightning bolt icon with the current surge multiplier. The attention-grabbing animation helps you spot high-reward opportunities at a glance.
├──📱 Mobile Directory Improvements
2-Up on Mobile - The Vendors and Manufacturers directory pages now show 2 cards per row on mobile devices instead of 1. You can browse more listings without as much scrolling.
├──🐛 Bug Fix
Surge Badge Display - Fixed an issue where the surge indicator wasn't appearing on the Fixture Requests section even when a surge was active.
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v0.3.6.0
Date: January 15, 2026
├──⚡ Contributor Surge XP System
Earn More When Demand is High - Contributors now earn bonus XP when the community needs fixtures added! Like ride-share surge pricing, the more unfulfilled requests waiting, the higher the XP multiplier—up to 10x during peak demand.
See Your Bonus - Surge multiplier is prominently displayed:
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Toolbar Badge - Shows current surge multiplier when above 1.5x
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Dashboard Banner - Large surge indicator with XP breakdown at the top of the contributor page
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Request Cards - Each pending and claimed request shows the current surge bonus
Locked at Submission - When you submit your work fulfilling a request, the surge multiplier is locked in. Even if demand drops while your submission is being reviewed, you'll still get the bonus you saw when you hit submit.
Fair Claiming - To keep things fair, you can now have a maximum of 3 claims at once. This prevents stockpiling claims during high-surge periods and ensures everyone gets a chance to contribute.
├──🎯 Compact Toolbar
Streamlined Navigation - The toolbar has been completely redesigned with a clean, consistent layout. All elements are vertically sized to match for a polished, professional appearance.
New Menu Button - A hamburger menu button replaces the inline navigation buttons. Click to open a dropdown with links to Lighting, Manufacturers, and Vendors. The current section is highlighted, and the version info lives at the bottom of the menu.
Centered Version Badge - The version number is now displayed prominently in the center as "vX.X.X.X" with "public beta" stacked below. Click to view the changelog.
Compact Badges - Notification badges now show just the icon and count for a cleaner look. Hover to see full details.
├──🏠 Homepage Refresh
Cleaner Hero Section - The search bar has been removed from the homepage hero section. Search remains accessible via the ⌘K keyboard shortcut from anywhere in the app.
├──📱 Mobile Improvements
Census Bar - The community stats bar now wraps gracefully on mobile with abbreviated labels and hides the command-line prefix on small screens.
4-Wide Macros - The MACROS grid now displays all 4 buttons in a single row on mobile with compact styling that scales up on larger screens.
├──🔧 Fixture Page Polish
Better Mobile Layout - The fixture detail page now fits better on mobile screens. Stats wrap naturally, the header is more compact, and tab content has tighter padding.
├──🗺️ Vendor Map Popup
Complete Redesign - The vendor availability map popup has been completely redesigned to match the app's look and feel. The popup now uses the app's font, respects your light/dark theme preference, and shows vendor logos when available.
├──📋 Contributor Fixture Requests
2-Column Grid - The fixture requests section on the contributor home page now displays in a 2-column grid layout with 6 requests shown instead of 3, making better use of the available space.
├──🐛 Bug Fixes
Auth Page Scrolling - Fixed an issue where the login and signup pages couldn't scroll on mobile devices. Users can now reach all form fields on smaller screens.
Homepage Panel Alignment - Fixed the FREE_ACCOUNT_PERKS and MEMBERSHIP_TIERS panels not aligning at the top for logged-out users.
Vendor Dashboard Access - Fixed an issue where users who applied for new vendor profiles couldn't access their vendor dashboard after approval. Affected users can now access their dashboard and manage their vendor profile normally.
├──🗑️ Removed
Share Button - Removed the share button from fixture detail pages.
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03515-079
v0.3.5.15
Date: January 15, 2026
├──📞 Vendor Support Hotline
Direct Line to Support - Vendor Reps now see a dedicated support hotline banner on their home page with a direct line for call or text assistance. The banner shows operating hours (8am-8pm CST) with a live OPEN/CLOSED indicator that updates automatically based on the current time.
├──🎨 Role Mode Indicator
See Your Role at a Glance - The home page header bar now shows your role with a color-coded indicator. Each role has its own distinct color:
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Admin - Purple dot, "Mode: Admin"
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Moderator - Orange dot, "Mode: Mod"
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Editor - Indigo dot, "Mode: Editor"
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Contributor - Blue dot, "Mode: Contributor"
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Vendor Rep - Red dot, "Mode: Vendor"
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Standard User - Green dot, "Mode: Standard"
├──📄 Document Quick Links
Review Specs While Editing - The fixture edit form sidebar now shows quick link buttons (↗) next to each document category. Click to open the primary document directly in a new tab—no need to open the Document Manager first. Perfect for quickly referencing manuals, spec sheets, or product pages while editing.
├──🎨 User Menu Role Colors
Role Identity in Your Menu - The user menu dropdown now displays role-based colors on your avatar border and role badge. Each role has its own distinct color matching the site's role hierarchy—admin purple, editor indigo, moderator orange, contributor blue, vendor red, manufacturer rep teal, and standard user gray.
Cleaner Badge Styling - Role badges now use bold text with thinner 1px borders for a cleaner, flatter appearance. Role names have been shortened—"Vendor Rep" and "Manufacturer Rep" instead of the longer "Representative" versions.
Clickable Profile Section - The user info section at the top of the dropdown is now clickable and takes you directly to your profile page. A subtle "View Profile" indicator with arrow appears on hover.
Cleaner Menu Layout - Reorganized the menu structure. "My Profile" was removed from the menu items since the header section now links to your profile. "Switch Account" moved to the bottom section directly above "Sign Out" for a cleaner flow.
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03514-080
v0.3.5.14
Date: January 15, 2026
├──🤖 Smarter AI Extraction
Power Connectors - AI auto-extract now detects power connector types from spec sheets and automatically populates them. Recognizes powerCON TRUE1, original powerCON, Edison, IEC C14, CEE industrial connectors, twist-lock, Wieland, Camlock, and more.
Better Protocol Detection - Enhanced recognition of communication protocols. The AI now reliably identifies Art-Net, sACN, RDM, MA-Net, KiNET, MIDI, OSC, PoE, WiFi, Bluetooth, and other protocols from manufacturer documentation.
Wireless DMX Recognition - Improved detection of wireless DMX systems including CRMX, W-DMX, RC4, City Theatrical Multiverse/RatPac, ADJ E-Fly/WiFLY, and other proprietary systems. Specific model variants are now recognized.
Checkbox Fields - AI extraction now better detects boolean features like iris, frost filter, framing shutters, animation wheel, continuous pan/tilt, flicker-free, battery powered, CTB/CTO range, and fan mode options.
├──🔧 Improved Data Merging
Additive Array Merge - When you import a GDTF file and then use AI extraction, the protocols, wireless types, and power connectors now combine instead of one overwriting the other. If GDTF finds DMX512 and RDM, then AI finds Art-Net and sACN, you get all four protocols selected.
├──🏪 Vendor Notifications
Your Own Notification Badge - Vendor Reps now see their own notification badge in the toolbar (green) instead of the contributor badge. The badge shows:
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Pending Team Claims - How many users are requesting to join your vendor team
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Community Reports - How many community inventory reports need your review
Click the badge to jump directly to your vendor dashboard. Previously, vendors incorrectly saw the contributor notification badge for fixture requests, which wasn't relevant to vendor workflows.
├──🏪 Vendor Rep Banner
See Who You Represent - Vendor Reps now see a "REPRESENTING" section on the home page above Top Favorites. At a glance, see your vendor's logo, company name, verification status, location count, and inventory count. Quick links take you directly to your vendor dashboard or public storefront page.
├──🐛 Bug Fixes
My Claims Tab - Fixed the "My Claims" tab on the contributor page showing completed requests. The tab now correctly shows only in-progress claims assigned to you.
Vendor Inventory Display - Fixed vendor detail pages crashing when viewing inventory. Inventory items now display correctly regardless of their data structure.
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03513-081
v0.3.5.13
Date: January 14, 2026
├──🤖 AI Search 2.0
Smarter Search Results - The AI Consultant now shows specs that actually matter for your query:
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Query-Relevant Specs - Search "wide zoom range" and results now prominently display the actual beam angle range (e.g., "7°-50°") instead of generic specs. Ask about "broadcast fixtures" and you'll see CRI and color temperature highlighted.
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Real Filtering - When you ask for "wide zoom range", the AI now calculates and filters by actual zoom range in degrees, not just whether it has motorized zoom. Same for pan range, gobo counts, and lens diameter.
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Industry Awareness - The AI understands professional contexts. Say "theatre" and it knows you likely want framing shutters and profiles. Say "broadcast" and it prioritizes flicker-free fixtures with high CRI. Say "concert" and it looks for high-output movers. 10 industry contexts supported including club, church, architectural, rental, and more.
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Better Sorting - Results can now be sorted by zoom range, lens diameter, pan range, and gobo count for more relevant ordering.
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More Specs Displayed - New spec types include beam angle range, color temperature range, gobo info (wheels/slots/rotating), pan/tilt range, DMX channels, and lens diameter—all color-coded for quick scanning.
├──🏅 Rank Badges
Badge Display Improvements - Your contributor rank badge now displays prominently across the site:
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Homepage YOUR_STATUS - Your rank badge (Founding, Veteran, Expert, Legend) now appears larger and links directly to the contributors leaderboard. See where you stand among the community!
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Contributors Leaderboard - Large rank badge images now appear above each rank section for better visual hierarchy.
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Profile Pages - Increased badge sizes on profile pages for better visibility.
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Updated Badge Descriptions - Founding Contributor badge now correctly shows "1,000 XP earned in our early days" instead of the old contribution count.
Leaderboard Focus - Vendor reps are no longer shown on the contributors leaderboard. The leaderboard celebrates community contributors; vendor reps have their own vendor management tools.
├──🏪 Vendor Rep Home Page
Custom Dashboard Experience - Vendor Reps now see a tailored home page experience designed for managing their rental inventory:
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My Inventory Stats - The "Recent Inventory" section becomes "My Inventory Stats" showing your official inventory count, pending community reports to review, and thumbnail grid of recent items with a quick link to manage.
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Hot In Your Inventory - New sidebar section showing your most popular stocked fixtures based on what users are viewing and favoriting. Great for seeing which of your rental items are in demand.
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Quick Links Updated - The MACROS buttons now include "Vendor Dashboard", "View Storefront", and "Vendor Guide" for faster navigation to vendor-specific pages.
├──🔧 Bug Fixes
Votes Now Persist - Fixed an issue where community inventory votes would appear to work but reset after refreshing the page. Votes are now saved and displayed correctly.
Filter Typo Fixed - Corrected "All My Listss" to "All My Lists" in the fixtures page filter dropdown.
Accurate Inventory Counts - Fixed vendor inventory counts showing higher numbers than expected when fixtures appeared in both official and community-reported inventory.
Adopt/Dismiss Reports Fixed - Vendor Reps can now adopt and dismiss community inventory reports without errors. The system correctly handles fixtures that may already exist in official inventory.
Inventory Changes Show Instantly - Removed caching on inventory endpoints so when you adopt, dismiss, or remove inventory items, changes appear immediately without needing to refresh.
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03512-082
v0.3.5.12
Date: January 14, 2026
├──📚 Support Page Updates
Vendor Guide - New guide page explaining how vendor inventory works on RiderReady. Learn about crowdsourced vs verified inventory, how to become a Vendor Rep, and how to manage your rental house's inventory. Check it out →
Vendor Rep Now Live - The Vendor Rep role is no longer "Coming Soon"! Rental houses can now apply to manage their inventory directly. Apply on the Vendors page to get verified status and direct inventory control.
Quick Links Expanded - The support page now includes links to both the Contributor Guide (for adding fixtures) and the new Vendor Guide (for managing vendor inventory).
Getting Started Improvements - Updated the Getting Started section with tips on:
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Creating Lists - Organize fixtures into custom lists for projects or wish lists
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Power Tips - Right-click on fixture cards, drag to select multiple, use keyboard shortcuts
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Appearance Settings - Switch to Light Mode or change the typeface in Settings
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Fixture Requests - Request fixtures that aren't in the database yet
├──👥 Vendor Rep Teams
Multi-Rep Management - Multiple team members can now manage a single vendor profile together. The first person to claim a vendor becomes the primary rep, and can then invite others to help manage the profile.
Team Invitations - Invite colleagues to join your vendor team via email. They'll receive a secure invitation link to accept and join your team.
Claim Requests - If someone tries to claim an already-managed vendor, existing reps receive a notification and can approve or reject the request from their dashboard.
My Dashboard Link - Vendor reps now see a "My Dashboard" button on the Vendors page for quick access to their vendor management tools.
├──🔧 Bug Fixes
Classification Form Cleanup - Removed a stray "$" symbol from the Classification section header in the fixture form.
Add New Class/Form Factor - Fixed an issue where adding a new fixture class or form factor would fail if one with the same name already existed under a different family. The system now automatically links the existing class or form factor to the additional family.
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03511-083
v0.3.5.11
Date: January 14, 2026
├──🆕 What's New
Full Public Access - Browse the complete fixture database without signing up. The 50-fixture sample restriction is gone. Sign up still required for favorites, compare, AI search, and contributing.
Inventory Spotlight - Homepage section for logged-in users showing fixtures available at rental vendors. Shuffled randomly with vendor logos displayed. Click vendor logos to visit their page.
Vendor Inventory Views - Toggle between "By Location" and "By Fixture" views on vendor inventory pages. By Location (default) groups fixtures under each rental location with a "View in Fixtures" button to explore that location's inventory with full filtering options.
Review Voting - Upvote or downvote fixture reviews to help the community find the most useful ones. First vote on any review awards 25 XP.
Location Inventory Links - On vendor pages, clicking "X fixtures in inventory" on a location card now jumps to the Inventory tab filtered to that location. URL updates for easy sharing.
Performance Boost - Faster page loads and smoother interactions thanks to improved caching and rendering optimizations.
├──🎫 Membership & XP
Membership Page - Check out our new membership page with three backstage pass-style tiers: Local (free), Working Pass ($10/mo), and AAA ($25/mo).
Monthly XP Tracker - Track your progress toward the 1,000 XP/month goal for Working Pass eligibility on the homepage and contributor dashboard.
Beta Reward - Reach 50,000 XP during beta for one year of RiderReady AAA free ($300 value).
├──🔧 Bug Fixes
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Inventory reports now correctly award 25 XP upon approval
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Fixed XP display values: inventory reports 25 XP, inventory votes 10 XP
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03510-084
v0.3.5.10
Date: January 13, 2026
├──⚡ Performance & UX Improvements
Faster Vote Response
Voting on community-reported vendor inventory is now instant! Buttons respond immediately when clicked, updating the confidence meter right away while the vote saves in the background.
Improved Confidence Scoring
Community reports now start at 75% confidence instead of 50%. Each upvote increases confidence by 12.5%, reaching 100% with 2 net upvotes. Downvotes decrease confidence proportionally, making the scoring system more intuitive and meaningful.
Better Page Load Performance
Vendor pages with many inventory items now load noticeably faster. Vote states load in the background without blocking the initial page render.
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0359-085
v0.3.5.9
Date: January 13, 2026
├──🔧 Bug Fixes
Build & Type Fixes
Fixed TypeScript compilation errors that were preventing successful builds. All type exports are now properly available for the compare page and other components.
Vendors Page Fixed
Resolved a crash on the vendors page that was causing an "Application error" message. Vendor websites now display correctly.
Manufacturers Page Stability
Fixed an issue causing the manufacturers page to rapidly flicker between loading and loaded states. The page now loads smoothly and stays stable.
Manufacturers Pagination
The "Load More" button now appears correctly on the manufacturers page, allowing you to browse through all manufacturers.
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0358-086
v0.3.5.8
Date: January 13, 2026
├──🗺️ Mapbox Address Search
Better Address Autocomplete
Address entry on vendor forms now uses Mapbox Geocoding instead of Nominatim. This provides higher quality address suggestions and more reliable results when adding vendor locations.
├──🌍 Country Management Improvements
180+ Countries Pre-Populated
The countries database is now seeded with all ISO countries. Select any country from the dropdown without needing to add it manually.
Unified Country Selection
Vendor and manufacturer forms now share the same country autocomplete component. Start typing to filter the list, or scroll through all available countries.
Proper Flag Emoji Display
Country flag emojis now display correctly as colorful graphics instead of two-letter codes. Works across all browsers and fonts.
Standardized Country Names
All country names now use full names with no abbreviations. "USA" is now "United States", "UK" is now "United Kingdom", etc.
├──🎨 Visual Improvements
Refreshed Login & Signup Pages
The login, signup, and password reset pages now have improved contrast with lighter backgrounds and more visible form fields. The design is cleaner and easier to read.
Readable Font Now Default
New users will see the clean, modern Inter font by default. You can still switch to the monospace Ubuntu Mono font anytime in the Appearance settings.
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0357-087
v0.3.5.7
Date: January 13, 2026
├──📊 GDTF Batch Import for DMX Charts
Import Multiple Modes at Once
When creating DMX charts from a GDTF file, you can now select multiple modes and import them all at once. Each mode becomes its own DMX chart that you can edit later.
How It Works
1. Open the Create DMX Chart modal on any fixture
2. Upload or select a GDTF file
3. Use checkboxes to select the modes you want (or click "Select All")
4. Click "Import X Modes" to create all charts at once
5. Watch the progress bar as each chart is created
Progress & Feedback
The batch import shows real-time progress ("Creating chart 2 of 5...") with a progress bar. When complete, you'll see which charts succeeded (green) and which failed (red) with error details.
├──👤 Personal Filters
Filter by Your Lists
A new "Personal" section appears at the top of the fixtures sidebar when you're logged in. This section contains:
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My Favorites - The favorites filter has moved here from Basic Properties
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My Lists - Filter fixtures by any of your custom lists using multiselect
Select one or more lists to see only the fixtures in those lists. Combine with other filters to narrow down results even further. Your list filter selections are saved and restored when you return to the fixtures page.
If you haven't created any lists yet, there's a quick link to create your first one right from the filter panel.
├──🎛️ Fixture Filter Improvements
Smarter Filter Organization
Power connector filters have been moved from the Control & DMX section to the Power & Electrical section where they belong. The Favorites filter has moved to the new Personal section.
Cascading Filters
When you select a Family (like "Moving Head" or "LED Par"), the Class, Form Factor, and Head Movement filters now automatically show only the options that make sense for that family. This makes it much easier to find what you're looking for without scrolling through irrelevant options.
If you change your Family selection, any Class, Form Factor, or Head Movement filters that don't apply to the new family are automatically cleared.
DMX Chart Data Priority
When viewing fixture details, if a fixture has imported DMX charts, the channel counts from those charts now display instead of manually entered data. This ensures you see the exact channel counts for each mode (like "29/29/55/55") rather than just a range. The mode count is also tracked and displayed separately.
Bug Fixes
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Fixed an issue where filter dropdowns would sometimes not appear when clicked
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Fixed spelling in filter labels ("All Families" and "All Classes")
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0356-088
v0.3.5.6
Date: January 12, 2026
├──🎚️ Vendor Rep Permissions
Direct Submissions
Vendor Representatives now have the same submission privileges as Editors. When vendor reps add or edit fixtures, manufacturers, and vendors, their changes go through immediately without requiring review. File uploads are also approved directly.
Note: Vendor Reps cannot delete entities - delete permissions remain restricted to Editors, Moderators, and Admins only.
├──🔧 Bug Fixes
Fixture Filter Dropdowns Fixed
Filter dropdowns in the fixtures sidebar no longer get cut off when scrolling. The dropdowns now appear correctly above all other content regardless of scroll position.
Manufacturer Names Visible for Guests
Visitors who aren't logged in now see manufacturer names on fixture cards. Previously, manufacturer names showed as "Unknown" for unauthenticated users.
Fixtures Page Filters Now Work
Fixed multiple filters on the fixtures page that weren't applying correctly:
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Status Filter - Filter by current or discontinued fixtures now works
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Documentation Filter - Filter by available documentation (manual, photometric data, GDTF, video, product page) now works with the new document system
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Communication Protocols - Filter by DMX512, RDM, Art-Net, sACN, and other protocols now works
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Wireless DMX - Filter by CRMX, W-DMX, and other wireless DMX types now works
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Power Connectors - Filter by power input and output connector types now works
Vendor Location Updates Preserve Inventory
Updating a vendor's address or moving their map pin no longer causes inventory reports to disappear. Previously, changing location details would delete the associated inventory data. Now, location updates preserve all existing inventory reports.
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0355-089
v0.3.5.5
Date: January 12, 2026
├──🔧 Bug Fixes
Vendor Inventory Vote Buttons Fixed
Fixed an issue where vote buttons on vendor inventory pages displayed "NaN%" instead of the actual confidence percentage. The vote buttons now correctly show the community confidence score and update properly when you vote.
Fixture Page Display Fix
Resolved a crash on some fixture detail pages when color temperature data was missing. The CCT (Correlated Color Temperature) display now gracefully handles fixtures without this information.
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0354-090
v0.3.5.4
Date: January 12, 2026
├──⚡ Faster Experience
Smart Data Caching
Pages now load faster thanks to intelligent caching. Your favorites, lists, and profile data are cached locally and shared across pages. Navigate between fixtures and your favorites load instantly instead of fetching from the server every time.
Instant Feedback
Adding or removing favorites now updates the UI immediately before the server confirms. If something goes wrong, the change rolls back automatically. No more waiting for spinners on every action.
Smarter Background Updates
Admin notifications now refresh intelligently instead of constantly polling. When you switch away from the tab, updates pause. When you return, fresh data loads automatically.
├──🔧 Fixes
XP Rank Scale Corrected
Fixed an issue where the Veteran and Expert ranks were displayed in the wrong order on profile pages and the leaderboard. The correct progression is now: Newcomer → Founding (1K XP) → Veteran (10K XP) → Expert (25K XP) → Legend (50K XP).
Inventory Reports Open to Everyone
All logged-in users can now submit inventory reports for fixtures at vendor locations. Contributors and staff have their reports published immediately. Regular users' reports go through a quick review first. All community reports stay labeled as community-sourced until the vendor officially adopts them.
Database Seeding Fix
Resolved a database initialization issue that could prevent local development environments from seeding correctly. The power connector types table now handles existing data gracefully during setup.
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0353-091
v0.3.5.3
Date: January 12, 2026
├──⭐ Contributor XP System
Earn XP for Every Contribution
Contributions are now rewarded with experience points. Add a fixture and earn 10-100 XP based on quality. Cast a vote on community inventory reports for 25 XP. Write a fixture review for up to 25 XP. Rate a GDTF file for up to 25 XP. Your lifetime XP determines your leaderboard rank.
Founding Contributor Status
Reach 1,000 lifetime XP to earn the exclusive Founding Contributor badge. This badge marks early supporters who helped build the lighting database during the launch period.
Smart XP Protection
The system prevents duplicate XP awards - voting on the same report multiple times only counts once. Toggling your vote won't farm extra points.
├──👥 New Recognition Pages
Community Leaderboard
The contributors page is now a proper leaderboard showcasing community members ranked by XP. Each profile card displays your rank, XP total with progress bar, specialty badge, and contribution stats.
Staff Recognition
A dedicated staff page highlights the team behind RiderReady. Admins, editors, and moderators are grouped in sections with role-specific styling - purple for admins, indigo for editors, orange for moderators.
Professional Icons
Replaced emoji icons throughout with clean SVG icons: crown for admins, pencil for editors, shield for moderators, and star for founding contributors.
├──📬 Contributor Feedback
See Your Approved Submissions
The contributor dashboard now shows your recently approved submissions with the XP you earned and any feedback from editors. Dismiss notifications when you're done reading them.
Track Your Progress
Click on your XP stats from the homepage to go directly to your progress page. See exactly how to earn XP with detailed breakdowns for each activity type.
├──🏢 Inventory Reports Rewarded
Earn XP for Inventory Reports
Report what fixtures your venue has in inventory and earn 25 XP per submission. Help the community discover where fixtures can be found and get rewarded for it. The warehouse icon on fixture cards shows when community members have reported inventory.
├──🎨 Profile & Staff Page Updates
Streamlined Profile Pages
Your profile page now combines progress info directly into the overview tab. See your XP, rank, contributions, badges, favorites, and lists all in one place. Public profiles show the same streamlined 2-tab layout.
Staff Business Cards
The staff page features a unique business card design for team members. Each card is a horizontal landscape layout showing avatar, role, bio, and contribution stats with subtle 3D tilt effects when you hover.
Better Bio Display
Staff bios now have more room to breathe with a 4-line display area on their profile cards.
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0352-092
v0.3.5.2
Date: January 11, 2026
├──🎯 Smarter Fixture Classification
New Family System
Fixtures are now organized into families: Automated (moving heads), Conventional (PARs, Fresnels, Lekos), Static (LED fixtures), Effect (strobes, blinders, lasers), Atmospheric (fog/haze machines), Followspot, and Video (LED walls/panels). Select multiple families when a fixture spans categories.
Smart Form Filtering
When you select a family, only relevant classes and form factors appear. Automated shows Wash/Spot/Beam/Profile options; Atmospheric shows Upright/Ground Fogger/Handheld; Video shows Panel/Tile/Cabinet options.
Followspot Types
Followspots now classified by control method: Manual (traditional operator), Remote (RoboSpot/FollowMe systems), or Tracking (automated camera/IR systems).
├──🐛 Fixes
DMX chart modal now loads primary GDTF files immediately in both view and edit modes.
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0351-093
v0.3.5.1
Date: January 11, 2026
├──🏭 Vendor Inventory & Tab Badges
Browse What Vendors Stock
Vendor pages now have an Inventory tab showing all fixtures they carry. Filter by manufacturer or location, and see which items are official vendor listings vs. community-reported sightings (marked with a blue border). You can even vote on community reports to validate the data.
Tab Badges Load Instantly
No more clicking around to find content! Fixture detail tabs now show counts as soon as the page opens - you'll see at a glance how many photometric measurements, reviews, GDTF files, and DMX charts are available.
Color-Coded Warehouse Icons
The warehouse icon on fixture cards now tells you the source: green for verified vendors, blue for community reports, and a gradient when both exist. Click to jump straight to the "Where to Find" map.
├──🎨 UI Polish
Quick Stats bar "Configure" button now uses accent gold styling. Community inventory items use blue throughout (was orange). Fixture filter section headers and dropdown fields now have darker backgrounds for better visual hierarchy.
├──🐛 Fixes
Fixed map container reuse errors, inventory API column mismatches, and inventory counts now include both official and community reports.
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0350-094
v0.3.5.0
Date: January 11, 2026
├──📦 GDTF File Management & Vendor Maps
Smarter GDTF Handling
GDTF files are now auto-saved when you import them during fixture creation - no separate upload step. When creating DMX charts, a new "Primary" tab loads your fixture's GDTF with one click.
See Where to Rent on a Map
The "Where to Find" tab now features a full-screen map with color-coded markers: green for verified vendors, blue for community reports. Click any marker to see vendor details, quantity, and condition. Hit the floating button to report where you've seen a fixture available.
Vote on Community Reports
Each community-reported location has up/down vote buttons. A confidence meter shows how reliable the data is - green for trusted, amber for neutral, red for questionable.
├──🎛️ Dashboard Refresh
Unified Contributor & Editor Dashboards
Stats and filters are now merged into a single row of clickable cards. Cards pulse when items need attention, and "Approved/Rejected" filters on the Editor dashboard now show only your reviews.
Vendor Representative Dashboard
Approved vendors get a dedicated dashboard with profile, locations, and inventory management. URL-based tabs work with browser back/forward. Quantity fields can now be left empty.
├──🏢 Vendor System
Apply or Claim Your Profile
Click "Apply to Become a Vendor" to submit your company for review. Already listed? Click "Claim This Vendor" to take ownership after admin verification. Manage your inventory directly - your listings appear as "Verified."
Fixture Request Pre-Population
When you claim a request and add a fixture, the form auto-fills with the fixture name, manufacturer (fuzzy-matched), and request notes.
├──🔧 Admin Overhaul
New sidebar navigation with pending count badges. Dashboard shows all queues at a glance. Dedicated pages for users, applications, and settings.
├──🐛 Fixes
Fixed vendor application approval, inventory quantity updates, admin settings pages, and inventory report display.
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0342-095
v0.3.4.2
Date: January 9, 2026
├──🎛️ DMX Channel Charts
Build Your Own DMX Maps
Create custom DMX charts on any fixture's Control tab. Define channels, attributes (Dimmer, Pan, Tilt, etc.), and ranges with labels like "0-31: Closed, 32-63: Open." Support for multiple modes (Standard, Extended, HSI) with instant switching.
Visual icons show channel types at a glance - directional arrows for movement, colored dots for colors, distinct icons for gobos, prisms, and beam shaping. A PDF viewer lets you work side-by-side with manufacturer spec sheets.
├──⚡ Power Connectors
Fixtures now track power input and output connectors with 17 industry-standard options: powerCON TRUE1/Legacy, Edison, IEC C13/C14, CEE (16A/32A/63A), Camlock, and more. Filter fixtures by connector type on the browse page.
Smart categorization means input fields only show receptacles and output fields only show plugs. Power specs are now split from physical specs for easier scanning.
├──✨ Community Reference Data
Found a connector, protocol, or wireless type we don't have? Add it yourself with the "Add New" buttons in fixture forms. Your additions are immediately available for everyone.
├──🎨 Theme Improvements
Beam angle visualizer and tooltips now adapt to light/dark themes. Better contrast in dark mode.
├──🐛 Fixes
DMX Chart creation restricted to contributors. Fixed GDTF range parsing for correct end values.
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0341-096
v0.3.4.1
Date: January 8, 2026
├──⚙️ Customizable Quick Stats & Better Navigation
Your Specs, Your Way
Choose which specs appear in your quick reference bar - pick from 14 measurements including lumens, CRI, beam angle, power, and more. Role-based presets get you started fast (Lighting Designer, Programmer, Rental House, Technician). The bar stays visible as you scroll and remembers your preferences.
Bookmarkable Views
Active tabs and selected measurements are saved to the URL. Share links that open to exactly what you're viewing. Press 1-6 to jump between tabs with keyboard shortcuts.
At a Glance + Organized Specs
The specs tab now opens with a hero section of key stats, followed by collapsible sections: Classification, Output & Color, Power & Physical, Optics & Effects, Movement, and Notes.
├──🎨 Visual Polish
Avatar groups show who favorited each fixture. All charts now adapt to your theme. Review wizard redesigned with 1-10 button ratings and tag-based pros/cons. Emoji icons replaced with crisp SVGs throughout.
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v0.3.4.0
Date: January 8, 2026
├──💡 Photometrics Overhaul
Beam Angle Visualizer
Interactive SVG diagram showing beam and field angles. Zoomable slider for variable-beam fixtures. Dark theme with thin stroke lines.
Photometric Charts
Candela distribution charts showing intensity patterns. Light source type displayed inline next to fixture names.
Database Architecture
Major infrastructure merge with improved data storage for light sources, fans, and accessories. Homepage now shows Top Favorites instead of Recently Rated.
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0338-098
v0.3.3.8
Date: January 8, 2026
├──🌈 Advanced Color Science Charts
TM-30 Visualization
Responsive layouts show all 16 hue bins with Rf/Rg values. Toggle saturation vectors on/off. Better tooltips with detailed per-bin data.
CIE Diagram
Planckian locus (black body curve) now displayed. Hover shows CCT and Duv values with a visual line connecting to the curve.
Compare Page
Submit reviews directly from comparison view. Empty spec rows auto-hidden. Lens diameter added to Physical section. AI search now supports target beam angle filtering.
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0337-099
v0.3.3.7
Date: January 7, 2026
├──📊 Photometrics Foundation
Light Output Charts
New candela distribution charts with interactive hover details. Fan mode tracking with noise levels in dB(A) for silent, standard, and boost modes.
Enhanced Data
Multiple measurements per fixture at different zoom positions. Better light source tracking for LEDs and discharge lamps. Improved GDTF extraction for emitter specs and beam geometry.
Editors can now manage light sources, fan modes, and measurements with inline editing in the fixture form.
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0335-100
v0.3.3.5
Date: January 6, 2026
├──🏢 Vendor Management System
Add & Edit Vendors
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Vendor Editor - Full CRUD support for vendor management. Create vendors with company name, description, website, email, phone, and specialties. Editors can add directly; contributors submit for review.
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Logo Upload - Add vendor logos via URL or direct upload. Logos display on vendor cards and detail pages.
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Specialties - Tag vendors with their focus areas: Concert/Touring, Theater, Corporate Events, Broadcast/Film, House of Worship, Rental House, or Production Company.
Multi-Location Support
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Global Companies - Vendors can have multiple locations worldwide. PRG Nashville and PRG LA are different locations with potentially different inventory.
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Location Details - Each location includes address, city, state, country, coordinates, phone, email, and service radius (how far they deliver).
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Headquarters Designation - Mark one location as headquarters. If deleted, another location is automatically promoted.
Vendor Claiming System
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Google Places Model - Vendors start as community listings. Official representatives can claim listings to take control of their company profile.
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Verified Badge - Claimed vendors display a "VERIFIED" badge. Unclaimed listings show "UNCLAIMED" to indicate they're community-submitted.
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Owner Permissions - Claimed owners can edit their vendor profile and manage locations without needing editor role.
Vendors Page Updates
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Admin/Editor Toolbar - Search vendors, sort by name or inventory size, and add new vendors from the toolbar (editors and admins only).
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Community Powered - Updated empty state messaging explains the crowdsourced model: add vendors, report inventory, claim listings, and discover gear.
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v0.3.3.4
Date: January 4, 2026
├──🎨 Something Hidden
A Polite Request
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Mind Your Manners - Legend has it that asking nicely gets you places. Some say there's more to this changelog than meets the eye. Perhaps if you said the magic word...
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0333-102
v0.3.3.3
Date: January 4, 2026
├──📏 Lens Diameter, Status Filter & Rejection Feedback
New Lens Diameter Field
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Track Lens Size - Fixtures can now include front lens diameter in millimeters. This field appears in the Optics section when editing or viewing fixtures.
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Filter by Lens Diameter - On the fixtures list page, use the new Lens Diameter slider to find fixtures within a specific size range (0-300mm). Perfect for finding fixtures that fit existing lens accessories.
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Compare Lens Sizes - When comparing fixtures side-by-side, lens diameter is now shown in the Optics section for easy comparison.
Improved Status Filter
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Multi-Select Dropdown - The discontinued filter is now a dropdown with "Current" and "Discontinued" options. Select one, both, or neither to fine-tune your search results.
Contributor Feedback on Rejections
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Know Why Your Submission Was Rejected - When an editor rejects your submission, you'll now see the reason why. Rejected submissions appear in a dedicated section on your Contributor Dashboard with the editor's feedback clearly displayed.
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Dismiss When Done - Once you've read the feedback, click the X to dismiss the rejection. This permanently removes it from your dashboard so you can focus on new submissions.
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v0.3.3.2
Date: January 4, 2026
├──🏅 Specialty Badges & UI Improvements
Pick Your Specialty
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New Specialty Picker - Selecting your specialty badge is now easier than ever. Click the colorful "Pick Specialty" button under your name on your profile page to open a visual picker. Browse specialties organized by category (Lighting, Audio, Video, Production, Rigging, and Other) and click to select. Your choice saves instantly.
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Improved Badge Visibility - Specialty badges are now more visible with increased contrast. The colors are brighter and borders are more defined, making them easier to read at a glance.
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Crisp SVG Icons - Specialty badges now use sharp vector icons instead of emoji. These icons look crisp at any size and match the color of your badge category.
For Contributors Adding Manufacturers
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Country Dropdown - When adding or editing a manufacturer, the country field is now a dropdown menu with flag emojis (🇺🇸 USA, 🇩🇪 Germany, 🇨🇿 Czech Republic, etc.). No more typing country names - just select from the list.
Visual Polish
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Report Button Visibility - The "Report Missing/Incorrect Data" button on fixture pages is now always styled in red, making it easier to spot when you need to report an issue.
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Consistent Icons - Various emoji icons across the profile page have been replaced with matching SVG icons for a more polished, professional look.
Homepage Improvements
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Contributors Ticker - A new scrolling ticker on the homepage highlights our top 10 contributors. See contributor names and their total contributions scrolling below the new fixtures ticker. Click anywhere on the ticker to visit the Contributors page and see the full leaderboard.
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New Fixtures Label - The scrolling ticker showing recently added fixtures now has a "New Fixtures" label on the left side, making it clear what you're looking at.
Profile Page Updates
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Square Profile Images - Profile pictures are now displayed as squares with rounded corners instead of circles, giving them a more modern look.
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Role-Colored Borders - Your profile image now has a subtle colored border that matches your role (yellow for admins, purple for editors, blue for contributors, etc.).
Admin Updates
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Moderator Role Available - Admins can now assign the Moderator role to users from the admin panel.
Better Empty States
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Friendly Messages - If you visit the fixtures page and there's nothing to show, you'll see a helpful message instead of technical jargon.
Automatic Fixture Request Completion
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Requests Auto-Complete - When you claim a fixture request and submit the fixture, the request is now automatically marked as completed. No need to click "Mark Complete" anymore - just add the fixture and you're done!
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Streamlined Workflow - The "Mark Complete" button has been removed from the Contributor Dashboard since it's no longer needed. Simply click "+ Add Fixture" from your claimed request, fill out the form, and submit. The request will be marked as completed automatically.
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v0.3.3.1
Date: January 3, 2026
├──🔒 Profile Consolidation, Security & Editor Improvements
Streamlined Profile Pages
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Simplified Profile Tabs - Your profile page now has just 3 tabs instead of 5:
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Overview - Quick stats, favorites preview, and lists preview all in one place
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Collections - Your favorites and lists combined into a single browsable tab
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Settings - All account settings, profile editing, and account management in one location
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Cleaner Public Profiles - Other users' profiles are now easier to navigate with Overview, Collections, and About tabs.
Documentation Filters
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Documentation Filter - New filter on the Fixtures page lets you find fixtures based on available documentation. Filter by User Manual, Photometric Data, GDTF File, Product Video, or Product Page. Select multiple options to find fixtures that have all the documentation you need.
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Filter Location - Look for the new "Documentation" section at the bottom of the filter sidebar on the Fixtures page.
For Contributors
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Fixture Standards Notice - The Contributor Dashboard now displays a clear notice about which fixtures are accepted. Consumer-market Chinese lighting products from brands like SHEHDS, Betopper, UKing, and similar are not suitable for our professional database.
For Editors
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Save Draft - Editors can now save changes to pending submissions without immediately approving them. This allows you to work on submissions across multiple sessions before publishing. Look for the new "Save Draft" button when reviewing submissions.
AI Extract Improvements
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Text Mode - The AI Extract tool on the Add Fixture page now accepts pasted text in addition to URLs and file uploads. Simply switch to "Text" mode and paste your specification text directly. This is the fastest and most efficient extraction method when you already have the specs copied.
Report Data Issues
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Report Missing or Incorrect Data - Found a mistake or missing information on a fixture page? You can now report it directly. Look for the "Report Missing/Incorrect Data" button in the sidebar on any fixture detail page. Select the field with the issue, describe the problem, and optionally provide the correct value. Editors will review your report and make corrections.
Contributors Recognition
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Contributors Page - A new page recognizing our top contributors is now available. Click the CONTRIBUTORS stat on the homepage to see leaderboards for both Staff (Editors & Admins) and regular Contributors. Each card shows the contributor's rank, avatar, role, and contribution stats. Click any profile to view their full public page. The page features color-coded cards matching role colors, Verified Pro badges with glow effects, and works great on mobile devices and in light mode.
Bug Fixes
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Extended Tilt Range - Fixed an issue where fixtures with tilt ranges beyond 360° could not be submitted. Moving heads with extended tilt (up to 720°) are now fully supported.
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List Count Update - Adding or removing fixtures from lists now immediately updates the count shown in the modal.
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GDTF Year Introduced
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The GDTF import no longer fills the "Year Introduced" field from the file's Revision section.
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Revision dates in GDTF files represent when the file was created/updated (often 2023-2024), not when the fixture was released.
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This field should now be entered manually or sourced from manufacturer product pages for accuracy.
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Year Introduced Web Search - A new search button next to the Year Introduced field opens a Google search with the manufacturer and fixture name, helping you quickly find release date information.
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v0.3.3.0
Date: January 2, 2026
├──🎨 Appearance Settings, Light Mode & Font Toggle
Customize Your Experience
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Font Style Toggle - Switch between two font styles from the new Appearance menu:
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Monospace - The technical, code-style look you know (default)
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Readable - A clean, modern sans-serif font for comfortable extended reading
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Your preference is saved automatically across sessions
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Light Mode - Toggle between dark and light themes from the new Appearance menu in your user dropdown. Your preference is saved automatically.
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Consolidated Appearance Menu - All display settings are now in one place. Find the gear icon in the toolbar to access font style, theme, snow effects, and more. Works great on mobile too.
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Modernized Icons - We've replaced emoji icons throughout the app with clean, consistent SVG icons. Context menus, error states, and resource links all now use styled iconography that matches the interface.
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Mobile-Friendly Settings - The appearance menu now works properly on all screen sizes with a full-width dropdown on mobile devices.
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New Background - A subtle animated constellation video now provides ambient visual depth behind the interface.
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Snow Effect Relocated - The holiday snow toggle has moved from the toolbar to the Appearance menu, keeping the toolbar clean while still letting you enjoy the festive vibes.
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├──📋 Favorites Management & Lists Feature
Organize Your Fixtures Your Way
This release also introduces a complete favorites management system and a new Lists feature for organizing fixtures into custom collections.
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Favorites Tab on Your Profile - View and manage all your favorited fixtures in one place. A new "Favorites" tab on your profile shows all the fixtures you've hearted, with the ability to quickly remove items.
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Custom Lists - Create personal collections to organize fixtures however you want:
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Name your lists and add optional descriptions
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Add fixtures to lists from anywhere using the new "Add to List" button
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Remove fixtures or delete entire lists anytime
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Make lists public to share with others, or keep them private
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My Lists Tab on Profile - A dedicated "My Lists" tab shows all your lists with fixture counts. Create new lists right from here.
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Public Favorites & Lists - When viewing other users' profiles, you can now see their favorited fixtures and any public lists they've created. Great for discovering curated fixture collections from pros in the industry.
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Add to List Modal - When browsing fixtures, easily add them to one or more of your lists. The modal shows which lists already contain the fixture and lets you toggle with a single click. You can even create a new list without leaving the modal.
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List Detail Pages - Click into any list to see all its fixtures, edit the list name and description, toggle public visibility, or remove fixtures.
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Add notes to individual fixtures within lists
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Reorder fixtures within lists
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Share list links directly
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Cover images for lists
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├──🏷️ Active Filters Tag Cloud
See What You're Filtering At a Glance
Filters on the Fixtures page are now more approachable with a new tag cloud display.
What's New:
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Visible Filter Tags - When you apply filters, they now appear as removable tags in a bar above the fixture grid. No more guessing what filters are active.
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One-Click Removal - Click the × on any tag to remove that specific filter instantly.
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Clear All - A "Clear All" button lets you reset all filters at once.
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Remember Filters - Toggle the "Remember" checkbox to keep your filter preferences across sessions. Your filters will be restored next time you visit.
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Always Visible - The filter controls have moved from the bottom of the sidebar (where they were easy to miss) to a prominent position above the grid.
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├──✅ Unified Selection
One Selection, Many Actions
We've simplified how you select and act on multiple fixtures.
What's New:
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One Selection System - Whether you click checkboxes or drag-to-select, fixtures now go into the same selection. No more confusion about which selection is which.
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Compact Action Bar - When you have fixtures selected, a slim toolbar appears with quick actions: Compare, Favorite, and Add to List. Icons with short labels keep it compact.
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Select All - Click "All" to quickly select every fixture in your current view.
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Works Everywhere - The unified selection works the same in Grid, Tile, and List views.
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Clean Workflow - After you perform an action, the selection clears automatically so you can start fresh.
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v0.3.2.3
Date: December 29, 2025
├──🛡️ Classification Data Integrity & Validation
Preventing Invalid Data from AI and GDTF Imports
This release fixes an issue where fixtures could display invalid class values like "Moving Head Spot" or "LED Wash" that don't exist in our classification system.
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Invalid Class Values - Cleaned up 6 fixtures that had compound class names (like "Moving Head Spot") instead of simple, valid classes (like "spot"). These phantom values were appearing in the UI even though they couldn't be selected in the form.
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AI Import Validation - When using AI extraction to populate fixture data, classification values (class, form factor, family, head movement) are now validated against the lookup tables. Invalid values from AI are filtered out instead of being saved.
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GDTF Import Validation - Same validation now applies to GDTF file imports. Any classification values that don't match valid options are filtered out.
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Consistent Display - All fixture pages (detail, list, compare, print) now consistently normalize and format class values, preventing display issues from mixed-case data.
These changes ensure that only valid, selectable classification values can be stored in the database, maintaining data integrity going forward.
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v0.3.2.2
Date: December 29, 2025
├──🔧 Data Quality & Unit Conversion Fixes
Bug Fixes That Improve Your Experience
This release focuses on fixing several bugs that were affecting data quality and the editing workflow.
What's Fixed:
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Fixture Classes - Resolved an issue where fixture class badges could appear duplicated (e.g., "Strobe" showing twice). This was caused by case sensitivity between the database and UI - now properly normalized.
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Manufacturer Edits - Fixed an issue where editing a manufacturer's country, name, or founded year wouldn't save. All manufacturer fields now persist correctly.
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Manufacturer Review Workflow - When editors click to review a pending manufacturer submission, they now see the correct manufacturer form instead of accidentally getting the fixture form.
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AI & GDTF Import Units - When you're in imperial mode, AI-extracted and GDTF-imported specifications now display in inches and pounds instead of showing metric values. The database always stores metric, but your display preference is now respected during import.
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Dimension Toggle - Fixed a longstanding bug where the imperial/metric toggle was converting dimension values in the wrong direction.
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GDTF Filenames - GDTF file cards now show the actual filename (like "Martin@MAC Encore Performance WRM.gdtf") instead of a generic "Primary GDTF" label.
These fixes ensure cleaner data throughout the platform and a more consistent editing experience.
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v0.3.2.1
Date: December 29, 2025
├──🎛️ Multi-File GDTF Support & Rating System
Upload & Rate Multiple GDTF Versions Per Fixture
You can now upload alternative GDTF files and rate them independently! This helps the community identify the best GDTF files for each fixture.
What's New:
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Multiple GDTF Files - Each fixture can now have multiple GDTF versions (official, community, modified)
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Upload Your Own - Contributors+ can upload GDTF files via direct upload or URL paste
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Delete Your Uploads - Made a mistake? Delete your own GDTF uploads anytime (non-primary files)
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Rate GDTF Files - 8-dimension rating system separate from fixture reviews
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See Who Uploaded - Each file shows the uploader's avatar and username
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Privacy-First Ratings - Only aggregated scores shown, no individual reviewer info
8 Rating Dimensions across 4 categories:
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Structure: Parent/Child Setup, Dummy Dim Channels
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Usability: Default Values, Attribute Naming
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Completeness: Mode Completeness, Wheel Data
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Accuracy: Console Compatibility, Physical Data
Console Tracking: Record which console you tested on (grandMA3, Hog4, Eos, ONYX, ChamSys, Avolites, and more)
Source Types: Files are tagged as Official (manufacturer), Community, or Modified versions
Aggregated Tag Clouds: See at a glance what the community thinks:
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Tested On: Which consoles have been used with this GDTF (with counts)
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Pros: Common strengths mentioned across ratings
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Cons: Common issues mentioned across ratings
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Responsive 3-column layout on wide screens
Smart Suggestions: When rating, see previously-used pros/cons as clickable suggestions - helps reduce duplicate tags and makes rating faster!
The compact, collapsible cards make it easy to browse multiple GDTF options and find the best one for your console.
├──📝 Fixture Notes
Add Comments & Context to Fixtures
Contributors+ can now add general notes to fixtures! Use the new "Notes" section in the fixture form to add helpful information that doesn't fit elsewhere - quirks, tips, compatibility notes, or anything else useful for other professionals.
Notes are plain text only (no links) and appear alongside the fixture specifications.
├──✏️ Edit Your Pending Submissions
Make Changes Before Editor Review
Contributors asked: "If my fixture is still pending approval - shouldn't I be able to make updates to it?" We listened!
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View / Edit Button - Pending submissions on the Contributor Dashboard now have a "View / Edit" button
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Full Edit Access - Click through to see your submission and make corrections
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Update Until Reviewed - Continue improving your submission until an editor reviews it
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Same Form Interface - Uses the familiar fixture form you used to create the submission
This is great for fixing typos, adding missing data, or refining your submission before an editor sees it.
├──📊 Filter Analytics
Understanding How You Search
We're now tracking anonymous filter usage patterns to better understand how professionals search for fixtures. This helps us improve the filtering experience and identify which filters are most useful.
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Which filters are active when you click on a fixture
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Search terms used
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Number of results shown
All data is anonymous and session-based - no cookies, no personal identification. This helps us make smarter decisions about future filter improvements.
├──📄 Compare Print Export
Professional Print-Ready Comparisons
Export your fixture comparisons as clean, print-ready documents optimized for 8.5" x 11" paper.
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Page Orientation - Portrait (fits 4 fixtures) or Landscape (fits 6 fixtures)
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Include Images - Toggle fixture thumbnails on/off
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Include Ratings - Show user rating bars for each fixture
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Select Categories - Choose which specification categories to include
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Black text on white background for crisp printing
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Proper margins for standard paper sizes
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Auto-opens print dialog when ready
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Warning when fixture count exceeds page limit
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Best Value Highlighting - Green cells indicate best-in-category specs (highest lumens/CRI, lowest weight/power)
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Branded Header - RiderReady logo, centered title, and generation date
Click the gold "Export" button in the compare page header to configure and print your comparison.
├──🔧 Bug Fixes
Communication Protocol & Wireless DMX Filters
Fixed an issue where filtering fixtures by Communication Protocol (DMX512, RDM, Art-Net, etc.) or Wireless DMX Type returned no results. Filters now work correctly across all 150+ fixtures with protocol data.
Beam Angle Display
Fixed duplicate values for fixed-beam fixtures. Previously showed "108° - 108°" for fixtures with a single beam angle - now correctly displays "108°" when min and max are the same.
Homepage Fixture Requests
Fixed a 404 error that appeared on the homepage when loading pending fixture requests for contributors. The missing API endpoint has been added.
├──✓ Verified Pro Badge Improvements
Consistent Dark Theme & Better Login Flow
The Verified Pro badge styling has been updated across the Support page:
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Darker Contrast - Black background with bright green text and subtle glow effect
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Consistent Styling - All Verified Pro mentions now use the same premium look
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Better Login Flow - Logged-out users clicking the badge are now redirected to login first (then back to Support page to complete application)
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v0.3.2.0
Date: December 28, 2025
├──🔓 Free Browsing with Sign-Up Perks
Discover Fixtures Freely, Unlock More with a Free Account
We've redesigned the platform to let you explore lighting fixtures without barriers while encouraging sign-ups for advanced features. Browse the database, view specifications, and discover fixtures - all without creating an account!
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Browse 50 Fixtures - Explore a diverse sample set of 50 fixtures across multiple manufacturers and fixture types
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View Names & Images - See fixture names, manufacturers, and professional photos in grid view
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Read Specifications - Full access to the Specifications tab on fixture detail pages
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View Ratings - See what the community thinks about each fixture
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Basic Filtering - Filter by Manufacturer, Family, Class, Power, and IP Rating
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Search - Find exactly what you're looking for within the sample set
Database-Level Security:
The 50-fixture sample set is enforced using Row Level Security (RLS) policies at the PostgreSQL database level. This means unauthenticated users can only query the sample set - no client-side bypass possible. The homepage database pool shows "50+" with a "Sign up for more" hint to indicate additional fixtures are available.
Unlock More with a Free Account:
Create a free account (no credit card required) to access:
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Full Database - Access all 134+ fixtures in the database, not just the sample set of 50
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Advanced Filters - 15+ additional filters including Form Factor, Head Movement, Weight, Light Output, Color System, Effects & Optics, Control & DMX, and Special Features
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Tile & List Views - Switch between Grid, Tile, and List viewing modes for your workflow
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Spec Badges - See Class, Power, Output, and Weight directly on fixture cards
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Comparison Tool - Compare up to 20 fixtures side-by-side
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Performance Data - Access Performance, Photometrics, and Control tabs on fixture pages
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Resource Downloads - Download GDTF files, manuals, photometric data, videos, and spec sheets
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Rate & Review - Submit your professional reviews and ratings
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Favorites - Save fixtures to your personal collection
Clean, Consistent Design:
All locked features show a padlock icon with a clear "Sign Up to [Action]" message. One click takes you to the sign-up page and brings you right back to what you were doing.
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v0.3.1.11
Date: December 28, 2025
├──🔌 Communication Protocols Feature
Granular Control Over Fixture Connectivity
We've replaced the simple "Wireless DMX" and "RDM Compatible" checkboxes with comprehensive multi-select dropdowns for communication protocols and wireless DMX types.
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Control: DMX512, RDM, MIDI, MIDI Show Control, OSC, RS-232, USB
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Network: Art-Net, sACN (E1.31), MA-Net/MA-Net2/MA-Net3, KiNET, Pathport, ShowNet, Ethernet
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Power: PoE, PoE+
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Wireless: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
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LumenRadio: CRMX, CRMX Nova, CRMX TimoSync
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Wireless Solution: W-DMX, W-DMX G5
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Others: ELC eWDMX, RC4 variants, City Theatrical RatPac/Multiverse, Proprietary
This gives you much more detailed information about how fixtures communicate and connect, making it easier to plan your rig and ensure compatibility.
All existing fixture data was automatically migrated to the new system.
├──👁️ Better Editor Dashboard
Compact Categorized Review Layout
Editors reviewing pending fixture submissions now see a much cleaner, more organized view:
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Identity Section - Name, manufacturer, model in a highlighted panel
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Categorized Sections - Specs grouped into Classification, Physical, Power, Light, Optics, Movement, Control, Color, Effects, Special Features, and Resources
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Compact Grid - 2-column layout instead of a long vertical list of 50+ fields
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Visual Diff - Old values shown with red strikethrough, new values in green
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Only Shows What Changed - Empty categories hidden automatically
This makes it much faster to review contributions and spot issues.
├──📋 Contributor Pending Submissions
Track Your Submissions
Contributors can now see their pending fixture additions and edits right on the Contributor Dashboard:
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Yellow-highlighted panel at the top showing all items awaiting editor review
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Each card shows: fixture name, type (Fixture/Manufacturer/Vendor), date submitted, and NEW or EDIT badge
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Quick links to view the original fixture if editing an existing one
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3-column grid layout (adapts to 1-2 columns on mobile/tablet)
No more wondering if your submission went through or when it'll be reviewed!
├──🎨 Cleaner Fixture Pages
Empty Specs Now Hidden
Fixture detail pages and list views no longer show empty specification fields with placeholder dashes or "N/A" text. If a fixture doesn't have data for a particular spec (like Gobos, CRI, or IP Rating), that field simply won't appear.
This makes fixture pages cleaner and easier to scan, especially for fixtures with limited specification data.
├──📱 Mobile Experience Overhaul
Improved Layouts Across the App
We've completely redesigned mobile layouts throughout the app for a better experience on phones and tablets:
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Sidebars - All sidebars now fit perfectly between the toolbar and status bar without overlapping either. Page headers can slide behind the sidebar when opened.
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Compare Page - The tip bar stacks into two rows on mobile with shorter labels like "Images", "Expand", and "Collapse"
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Fixture Details - Reorganized header with "Back" and "Info" buttons on the left (Info button now points left to match the sidebar direction). GDTF download button now visible on mobile.
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Control Tab - Specs display in a single column on mobile instead of cramming into multiple narrow columns
├──✨ Premium Verified Pro Badge
New Look for Verified Professionals
The Verified Pro badge has been redesigned with a premium appearance:
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Black background with bright green text
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Glowing green border effect
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Shield verification icon
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Bold "VERIFIED PRO" text
The badge now stands out more and better reflects the professional status of verified users.
├──☑️ Better Multi-Select
Drag Selection Now Additive
The drag-to-select feature on the fixtures page now works better when selecting multiple groups:
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Previously: Selecting a new group would replace your previous selections
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Now: New selections add to your existing checked fixtures
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Smart toggling: All checked → uncheck all; All unchecked or mixed → select all
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v0.3.1.10
Date: December 27, 2025
├──🤖 AI Search Gets Smarter
Accurate Filtering with Database-Validated Values
The AI-powered search on the home page got a major upgrade. We fixed an issue where AI-generated filters weren't matching our database values, causing searches to return no results.
Now the AI uses exact values from our database lookup tables:
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"CMY spot with gobos" - Correctly finds CMY color-mixing spot fixtures
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"Outdoor LED wash IP65" - Filters by IP rating for weather resistance
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"Broadcast profile high CRI" - Finds fixtures with 90+ CRI and flicker-free
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"Lightweight touring wash under 15kg" - Filters by weight
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"Blinder for stage" - Finds blinder fixtures
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"Pixel bar for effects" - Finds pixel-class fixtures with batten form factor
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"Compact followspot" - Matches both fixture class and form factor
All filter fields now use validated database values for fixture class, fixture family, form factor, head movement, light source, color mixing type, and zoom type.
Results increased from 10 to 20 fixtures per search.
├──🔧 Filter Fixes
Light Source and Other Filters Now Work Correctly
Fixed an issue where filtering by Light Source (LED, Discharge, etc.) and other classification fields wasn't returning all matching fixtures. The problem was that older fixtures in the database had different capitalization than the new lookup tables expected.
All fixture data has been normalized to use consistent lowercase values, so filters now work reliably across all fixtures.
├──📱 Mobile Improvements
Better Experience on Small Screens
The fixtures page toolbar has been optimized for mobile:
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Filter button is now icon-only (no text) to save space
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View mode buttons shortened to just G/T/L
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Fixture count moves below the toolbar on narrow screens
├──📐 Fixture Grid Improvements
Cards Stack Left-to-Right
Fixed an issue where fixture cards would stretch to fill the screen when only 2-3 were displayed. Cards now stack from left to right with consistent sizing (180-220px width range).
We also increased the spacing between cards from 16px to 20px, making it easier to drag a bounding box for multi-select without accidentally clicking on fixtures.
Square Thumbnails & Consistent Heights
Fixture cards now have square image thumbnails (instead of variable height) and a maximum width of 220px. Cards in the same row match heights, so the grid looks cleaner with no more uneven edges.
├──🔍 Search Clears on Navigation
Fresh Searches Every Time
The search bar on the fixtures page now clears when you navigate away. Previously, if you had "Remember Filters" enabled, your search text would persist - now only the filter settings are remembered, so you always start with a fresh search.
├──🔓 All Fixtures Load
No More 100 Fixture Limit
Previously the fixtures page was capped at displaying 100 fixtures. Now all fixtures load at once. (Future premium subscription tiers may reintroduce limits for comparison features.)
├──🔔 Better Notifications
Unified, Color-Coded, and Responsive
The notification system got a major overhaul for admins, editors, and contributors. Every notification type now has its own color-coded indicator in the toolbar:
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Orange - Pending Edits (fixtures, manufacturers, vendors awaiting review)
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Purple - Contributor Applications (users requesting contributor access)
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Green - Verified Pro Applications (industry professionals seeking verification)
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Yellow - Pending Fixture Requests (fixtures users have requested)
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Blue - Your Work In Progress (requests you've claimed)
All notifications now update together every 15 seconds, and the dots in your profile dropdown disappear immediately when you resolve items (no more stale indicators).
The admin dashboard notification cards are also simplified - cleaner inline buttons instead of the previous gradient cards.
├──✓ Application Status Guards
Stops Duplicate & Invalid Applications
If you're already a Verified Pro or have a pending application, the system now tells you right away instead of showing the application form. Same for contributor applications - if you were previously declined, you'll see a clear status message instead of being able to resubmit.
├──🔧 Admin Settings Text Input Fix
No More Jumpy Cursor
Fixed a frustrating bug in the admin settings dashboard where typing in text fields would randomly delete characters or move your cursor around. The problem was that every keystroke triggered an auto-save to the database, which caused the component to re-render and lose your cursor position.
Now all changes stay local in your browser until you click the Save button. This applies to all admin settings sections:
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Discord channel links
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Contact email addresses
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FAQ editor
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User role descriptions
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Content blocks
What You'll See:
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Orange "● Unsaved" indicator appears when you've made changes
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Green "Save" button appears next to unsaved items
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Type smoothly without lag or interruption
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Changes show instantly in the UI
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Database only updates when you click Save
No more accidental publishing while you're still typing, and no more buggy text inputs!
├──🌡️ Color Temperature Range
Full Range Display
Fixtures with adjustable color temperature now show the full range (e.g., "2700K - 6500K") on both the fixture profile page and the compare page, instead of just a single value.
├──🎨 Compare Page Cleanup
Consistent Styling
The compare page got a visual refresh:
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Spec labels are now uniformly styled (gray, uppercase)
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No more distracting yellow highlighting on different values
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Cleaner, easier to read at a glance
├──🔤 Flexible Color Temp Input
Enter It However You Want
When adding fixtures, you can now enter color temperature ranges in various formats:
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2000-7000K (original)
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2000K-7000K (K on both values)
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2000 - 7000 K (with spaces)
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2.700K (European thousand separator)
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2,700K (US thousand separator)
No more "exact format required" frustration!
├──🤖 AI Extraction Improvements
Better PDF & Webpage Processing
The AI-powered spec extraction has been improved:
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Now handles up to 25MB PDFs (was 10MB)
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Better detection of PDFs from URLs that don't report correct content types
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More robust parsing of Claude's responses when it returns explanatory text instead of pure JSON
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Clearer error messages when extraction fails
├──💎 Premium Features Preview
What's Coming with RiderReady AA
We've added notes on the Support page about which features will require RiderReady AA (our upcoming premium subscription) after we exit beta:
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AI Consultant - Currently free during beta
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Unlimited Fixture Comparison - Will be limited to 6 fixtures for free users
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AI-powered Quick Search - Currently free during beta
Enjoy these features now while they're free!
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v0.3.1.9
Date: December 26, 2025
├──🖱️ Drag-to-Select Fixtures
File Manager-Style Multi-Selection
The fixtures grid now supports drag-to-select just like Windows Explorer or Mac Finder:
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Drag Selection - Click and drag in blank space to create a selection box around fixture cards
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Ctrl/Shift Multi-Select - Hold Ctrl or Shift while clicking cards to add them to selection without navigating away
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Batch Actions - Click any checkbox in a temporary selection to add ALL selected cards to comparison
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Visual Feedback - Selected cards show a prominent border and glow effect
All cards in each row now have equal heights (no more jagged edges from text wrapping), and you can drag selection boxes anywhere in the grid, even below the fixtures.
├──🎯 Cleaner Multi-Select Dropdowns
No More Scattered Checkboxes
The multi-select fields (Fixture Class and Form Factor) have been converted from sprawling checkbox grids to clean dropdown menus. Click the field to open a floating panel with organized checkboxes, then click away to close it. Selected items show up as a comma-separated list in the button. Way cleaner!
├──🎭 Multi-Head Fixture Support
New Fields for Complex Fixtures
Added proper support for multi-head fixtures like the Chauvet DJ Intimidator Hybrid 140SR or bar-style fixtures with multiple cells:
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Head Count - How many fixture heads (1-99)
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Head Movement - Fixed, Moving, Multi-Fixed, or Multi-Independent
These fields show up prominently in the sidebar when viewing a fixture, making it clear what you're dealing with.
├──🎨 Fixture Profile Improvements
Better Visual Hierarchy
The fixture profile page sidebar got a major visual upgrade:
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Hero Metrics - Big, bold cards for Lumens and Power Draw
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Badge Display - Multiple classes/form factors shown as amber badges
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Better Spacing - Clearer sections with improved typography
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More Info - Added CRI, IP Rating, and Dimensions to sidebar
Plus, the Specs tab now has a dedicated Classification section at the top showing all family/class/form factor info with badge styling.
├──⚖️ Compare on Profile Pages
Build Your Comparison List Anywhere
The floating comparison button now appears on fixture detail pages, not just the fixtures list. When you've selected fixtures for comparison, you'll see the button in the bottom-right corner no matter where you are. Makes it way easier to build a comparison list while browsing.
├──📊 Three View Modes
Grid, Tile, or List - Your Choice
The fixtures catalog now has three different viewing modes to match your workflow:
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Grid View - The original card layout with large fixture images. Scales from 2 columns on mobile up to 10 columns on ultra-wide displays.
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Tile View - More compact cards with smaller images and tighter spacing. Perfect for scanning lots of fixtures quickly.
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List View - Table-like rows with small thumbnails, fixture name and manufacturer stacked on the left, and specs in organized columns on the right. Great for comparing specs at a glance.
Toggle between views using the three buttons in the toolbar (before the fixture count). All views support favorites, comparison checkboxes, and clicking manufacturer names to navigate.
├──🎛️ Multi-Select Filters
Filter by Multiple Values at Once
All the major filter dropdowns on the fixtures page now let you select multiple values at once. Looking for fixtures from Martin, Robe, AND Claypaky? Just check all three. Want to see both IP65 and IP67 rated outdoor fixtures? Select them both.
├──🏷️ Multi-Class & Multi-Form Factor
Finally Tag Fixtures That Do Multiple Things
Some fixtures don't fit in a single box. The Acme Tornado? It's a Beam light, but it's also an Effect fixture. Now you can tag it with both.
├──📋 Customizable List View
Arrange Columns Your Way
The list view now lets you customize the table columns to match your workflow:
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Drag & Drop Columns - Reorder columns by dragging the headers left or right
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Resize Columns - Drag the right edge of any column header to make it wider or narrower
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Auto-Save - Your column arrangement and widths are saved to localStorage automatically
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Reset Button - Click "Reset Columns" to restore the default layout
The fixture name/manufacturer and image columns stay locked on the left, but all the data columns (Family, Class, Form, Movement, Power, Output, Weight, IP) can be rearranged however you like.
├──⚖️ Sort by Weight
Added weight sorting to the fixtures page dropdown. Now you can sort fixtures from lightest to heaviest (or vice versa) alongside the existing sorts like Name, Manufacturer, Power, and Output.
├──🗄️ Database-Driven Light Source
Light source options are now loaded from a database lookup table instead of hardcoded values. This means they're consistent across filters and forms, and easier to extend in the future. New options include:
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LED
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Discharge (HMI/MSR)
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Halogen
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Laser
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Plasma
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Hybrid
├──∞ Unlimited Comparisons
Compare as Many Fixtures as You Want
The 4-fixture comparison limit has been removed! Now you can compare as many fixtures as you need side-by-side. The comparison table maintains readable column widths (minimum 130px) and becomes horizontally scrollable when you add more fixtures.
├──🎯 Smarter Highlighting
Ties Are Highlighted Too
When multiple fixtures tie for the best value in a category (like two fixtures with the same lumens or weight), they're now ALL highlighted in green. Previously, only one would be highlighted even when multiple fixtures tied for first place. This works for all highlighted specs: ratings, lumens, CRI, power draw, and weight.
├──🐛 Bug Fixes
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Fixed Form Header - Save/Cancel buttons now stay at the top of the page when editing fixtures (they were scrolling away before)
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Better Error Messages - Fixture update errors now show the actual database error instead of generic "Failed to update" message
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No More Layout Breaking - Multi-select dropdowns no longer cause the page to overflow when selecting options
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v0.3.1.8
Date: December 26, 2025
├──🔗 Navigation Fixes
Manufacturer Links on Fixture Cards
Clicking the manufacturer name badge on fixture cards now takes you to that manufacturer's detail page. Previously it was incorrectly adding URL parameters instead of navigating - now it works as expected.
"Browse All Fixtures" Button Works Correctly
The "Browse All X Fixtures" button on manufacturer pages now properly filters the fixtures catalog by that manufacturer. This was a tricky one - the button was navigating correctly but the fixtures page wasn't reading the filter from the URL. Now URL parameters always take priority over your saved filter preferences, so clicking this button will show exactly that manufacturer's fixtures.
├──🐛 Bug Fixes
Remember Filters + URL Params Now Play Nice
If you have "Remember Filters" enabled, your saved filter preferences would previously override URL-based filtering (like clicking "Browse All Fixtures" from a manufacturer page). Now URL parameters always win - so links work correctly, and your preferences are still remembered for normal browsing.
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v0.3.1.7
Date: December 26, 2025
├──🤖 AI Auto-Extract Improvements
DOCX Support Added
AI Auto-Extract now accepts Word documents (.docx) alongside PDFs. Some manufacturers provide spec sheets in Word format, and now you can drop those right into the extraction tool. DOCX files are actually more efficient than PDFs - the text is extracted server-side before hitting the AI, which uses fewer tokens.
File Upload Mode
You can now upload spec sheet files directly instead of just pasting URLs. Toggle between URL and File mode - drag and drop a PDF or DOCX, or click to browse. Perfect for spec sheets that aren't hosted publicly or require login to access.
Better Extraction Quality
We've improved how the AI scrapes manufacturer websites - sites that previously blocked automated requests now work better with browser-like headers and fallback strategies. The AI prompts have also been tuned to be more thorough in finding specifications.
├──📁 GDTF Import URL Support
The GDTF importer now accepts URLs in addition to file uploads. Toggle between File and URL mode - paste a link to a .gdtf file from gdtf-share.com or a manufacturer's site and it'll be fetched and parsed automatically.
├──🎨 UI Consistency
Manufacturer Pages Match Fixture Layout
Manufacturer detail pages now use the same sidebar layout as fixtures and user profiles - a gray sidebar with the logo, quick stats (fixture count, total lumens), and action buttons, with the main content area showing the manufacturer's fixtures grid. This creates a consistent, unified browsing experience across all detail pages.
├──🐛 Bug Fixes
Manufacturer Logo Upload Fixed
The "Upload" button on the manufacturer edit page now works correctly. Previously only the "Paste URL" option functioned - now you can upload logo images directly from your device.
├──🔒 Security & Stability
Enhanced Data Protection
We've strengthened how sensitive information is handled across the platform, ensuring your data stays properly secured with appropriate access controls.
Smarter AI Features
Both AI Auto-Extract and the AI Lighting Consultant now include an automatic fallback system. If the primary AI model is temporarily unavailable or experiencing issues, the system seamlessly switches to backup models - so your AI-powered searches and data extraction keep working without interruption.
Bug Fixes & Polish
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Resolved various stability issues for a smoother browsing experience
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Performance optimizations throughout the platform
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Improved error handling for edge cases
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v0.3.1.6
Date: December 25, 2025
├──🎨 Homepage Redesign & Layout Improvements
Cleaner Logo Section
The logo and search area on the homepage now has a minimalist look - we removed the border and background panel for a cleaner, more modern aesthetic.
Better Organization
The homepage layout has been reorganized for improved flow:
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MACROS section moved directly below the search area for quicker access
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User achievement status (Founding Contributor badge, Join Us CTA) moved to the right sidebar
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Discord invite now appears first in the sidebar for contributors
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Status sections appear below Discord invite, above Community Stats
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More logical grouping of related sections
Recently Added Ticker
A scrolling ticker showing the 10 most recently added fixtures now appears below the console header:
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See what's new at a glance
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Click any fixture to jump to its details
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Hover to pause the scroll and read
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Shows fixture name, manufacturer, and how long ago it was added
├──🐛 Bug Fixes
Changelog Completeness
Fixed incomplete public changelog - v0.3.1.5 was previously published missing several major features including automatic badge awarding, contribution tracking refactor, pending requests display, and sort improvements. All versions now complete and consistent with the What's New modal.
Contributor Application Fixes
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Fixed badge requirements: Now correctly states "10 total contributions (adds + reviews)" instead of the incorrect "10+ edits OR 5+ reviews"
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Reduced console experience field minimum from 10 to 2 characters so applicants can enter "None" or short responses
Expansion Application Form
Added new application form for professionals wanting to contribute to future hubs (audio, video, rigging, backline). This is for future use when we expand beyond lighting.
├──✨ New Features for Editors
Editor Review Page with Inline Editing
Editors can now edit contributor submissions before approving them! This ensures the highest data quality while still giving contributors credit for their work.
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Click "✏️ Edit Submission" on any pending submission in the editor dashboard
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Form opens showing the contributor's submission with visual change indicators:
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Yellow "📝" badge = Field changed by contributor
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Green "✎" badge = Field corrected by editor during review
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No badge = Field unchanged from database
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Make corrections, add missing data, or refine the submission
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Click "Approve & Publish" to save the polished version to the database
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Contributors still get credit for the submission
This streamlines the review workflow and helps maintain consistent, high-quality data across the platform.
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v0.3.1.5
Date: December 25, 2025
├──🏆 Founding Contributor Badge - Now Automatic!
The Founding Contributor badge is now automatically awarded when you reach 10 contributions (fixture adds + reviews combined). No manual application needed - just keep contributing and the badge appears on your profile when you hit the milestone!
├──📊 Accurate Contribution Tracking
Your profile now shows separate, accurate counts for different contribution types:
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Adds - Fixtures and manufacturers you've submitted
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Reviews - Performance reviews you've written
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Edits - Edits to existing fixtures/manufacturers
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Only adds and reviews count toward your Founding Contributor badge (edits are tracked separately)
├──🔔 Pending Requests for Contributors
Founding contributors now see pending fixture requests directly on the homepage:
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View user-submitted fixture requests
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Claim and fulfill requests
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Track your impact on the community
├──📅 Recently Added Sort Default
The fixtures page now defaults to showing the most recently added fixtures first instead of alphabetical order. Perfect for seeing what's new in the database!
├──⬆️ Sort Direction Toggle
New button on the fixtures page toolbar to flip between ascending/descending sort order. Works with all sort options (name, weight, brightness, etc.).
├──🎞️ Recently Added Ticker
The homepage now features a scrolling ticker showing the 10 most recently added fixtures:
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See what's new at a glance right below the console header
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Click any fixture to jump to its details
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Hover to pause the scroll and read
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Shows fixture name, manufacturer, and how long ago it was added
├──📋 User Menu Improvements
Dashboard links in your user menu are now ordered by role hierarchy:
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Admin Dashboard (top)
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Editor Dashboard (middle)
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Contributor Dashboard (bottom)
├──🎯 Support Page Updates
Added new FAQ "Is RiderReady just for lighting?" explaining our multi-hub vision:
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Expanding to audio, video, rigging, and backline equipment
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Cross-hub integrations like master weight calculations
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Building the command center for entire production planning
├──🧹 Cleaner What's New Modal
Removed contributor application prompts and Christmas countdown from the modal to focus on actual feature updates.
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v0.3.1.4
Date: December 25, 2025
├──📋 Request Fixture Feature
Regular users without contributor permissions can now request specific fixtures to be added to the database!
Features:
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Homepage Macro: The first macro button changes to "REQUEST FIXTURE" for regular users
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Instant Modal: Clicking opens the request form immediately - no extra navigation needed
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Fixtures Page: "Request Fixture" button in toolbar for non-contributors
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Simple Form: Just enter fixture name, manufacturer, optional URL and reason
Contributors and higher roles still see "ADD FIXTURE" with direct access to the fixture creation form.
├──➕ Contributor Dashboard
New dashboard at /contributor for contributors to view and fulfill fixture requests:
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View pending fixture requests from regular users
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Claim requests to work on
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Mark requests as completed when fixture is added
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Track your contributions
├──🔀 Smarter Route Protection
Non-contributors attempting to access /fixtures/add are now smoothly redirected back to the fixtures page instead of seeing an application form or error.
├──❓ HELP Button Priority
The HELP button in status bars is now:
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Always visible on mobile (no longer hidden)
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Positioned first on the left for easy access
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Still pulses red to draw attention
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v0.3.1.3
Date: December 24, 2025
├──💾 Filter Persistence (Thanks AST!)
Your fixture filters now save automatically! When you set up filters on the fixtures page, they persist between page visits and browser sessions. No more re-entering your preferred manufacturer, IP rating, or power range every time you come back.
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All dropdown filters, checkboxes, and range sliders are remembered
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Search query and "favorites only" toggle also persist
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"Remember Filters" checkbox in the sidebar footer to toggle on/off
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Enabled by default - disable if you prefer filters to reset each visit
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"Clear All Filters" button now pulses when filters are active
_Feature requested by community member AST on Discord!_
├──💬 Discord Community Integration
The Support page now includes direct links to our Discord community channels:
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Bug Reports - Report issues and problems directly
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Feature Requests - Suggest new features and improvements
Plus, there's now a pulsing ✚ HELP button in the status bar on every page for quick access to support.
├──🔤 Smarter Manufacturer Matching
When importing from GDTF files or using AI Auto-Extract, manufacturer names now match more intelligently:
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"Clay Paky" and "Claypaky" now match correctly
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"Vari-Lite" and "VariLite" are recognized as the same
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No more accidentally creating duplicate manufacturers due to spacing differences
├──🧰 Collapsible Import Tools
The Import Tools bar on the fixture add/edit page is now collapsible:
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Click the header to collapse or expand
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Pulsing border when collapsed reminds you tools are available
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Auto-collapses after you've used both GDTF and AI Extract
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Shows checkmarks when each tool has been used
├──🔧 Admin & Editor Improvements
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Admin Notes - Private notes field on user profiles (click avatar to expand)
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Name Display - Admin table shows user's real first/last name
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Pending Cards - Quick-access notification cards in Admin Dashboard
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Menu Indicators - Red dot alerts in dropdown when pending items exist
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Image Preview - Editor Dashboard shows actual images instead of raw data
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v0.3.1.0
Date: December 24, 2025
├──🧠 AI Lighting Consultant - Your Personal Fixture Expert
Natural Language Search
The search modal (Cmd+K / Ctrl+K) now includes an AI Consultant mode powered by Claude. Instead of typing keywords, describe what you need in plain English:
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_"Find me a bright outdoor wash for festivals under 20kg"_
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_"Quiet spot fixture for broadcast with high CRI"_
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_"Something like a MAC Aura but with framing shutters"_
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_"Best LED profile for touring theatre"_
The AI interprets your needs, applies intelligent filters, and returns matching fixtures with reasoning explaining why each result fits your criteria.
Smart Filtering
The AI understands lighting terminology and applies the right database filters:
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"Outdoor" or "festival" → IP65+ rated fixtures
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"Broadcast" or "film" → High CRI (90+), flicker-free
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"Quiet" or "silent" → Sorts by noise level
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"Bright" → Sorts by lumen output
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"Lightweight" or "portable" → Sorts by weight
External Price Lookup
Ask about pricing and the AI will fetch current retail prices from B&H Photo:
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_"What does a MAC Aura XB cost?"_
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_"Price for Robe ESPRITE?"_
Prices include a disclaimer noting that pro dealers typically offer better rates than retail.
How to Access
1. Press Cmd+K (Mac) or Ctrl+K (Windows)
2. Click the AI Consultant tab
3. Type your question and press Enter
4. Browse results and click to view fixture details
Each AI query costs ~$0.01-0.02 in API fees, which RiderReady covers for you.
Rotating Example Queries
The AI Consultant shows 5 example queries from a pool of 30 suggestions. Examples refresh each time you open the AI tab, giving you fresh ideas for what to ask.
├──📊 Compare Page Overhaul
Visual Rating Bars
The compare page now displays user ratings with visual progress bars instead of just numbers. Each bar is color-coded to match the Performance DNA system:
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Green for excellent scores (8+)
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Accent yellow for good scores (5-7.9)
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Red for scores needing attention (<5)
Export Your Comparisons
Three new export options make it easy to share and save comparisons:
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Share Link - Copy a URL that anyone can open to see the same comparison
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CSV Export - Download data as a spreadsheet for further analysis
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Print/PDF - Clean, optimized print layout for saving or printing
All implemented using native browser features to keep the app fast and lightweight.
Equal-Width Columns
Fixture columns are now equal width regardless of how many you're comparing, with rating bars stretching to fill the available space for better visual comparison.
Fixed Rating Scale
Ratings now correctly display on a 1-10 scale (matching the review system) instead of incorrectly showing as 1-5.
├──🎨 UI Polish & Quality of Life
Recently Rated Fixtures on Homepage
The homepage now features a "Recently Rated" section showing fixtures that have received performance reviews. Each card displays category ratings (Build, Control, Output, Color, Effects, Movement) with compact bar charts, making it easy to discover what the community is reviewing.
Redesigned Manufacturer Pages
Manufacturer pages have been completely redesigned with a modern, gamer-tech aesthetic:
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Hero card layout with logo, name, country, and key stats
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Prominent "Browse All Fixtures" button that takes you to a filtered fixtures view
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Featured fixtures grid showing up to 8 of their products
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Clean single-page experience (no more tabs)
Improved Navigation
Clicking on manufacturer names now takes you where you'd expect:
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On fixture cards: filters the fixtures page by that manufacturer
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On fixture detail pages: goes to the manufacturer's page
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Makes browsing by manufacturer much more intuitive
Favorites Filter
Logged-in users can now filter the fixtures page to show only their favorited fixtures. Look for the heart icon in the Basic Properties filter section.
Better Browser Tab Titles
Browser tabs now show meaningful names instead of just "RiderReady":
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Fixture pages show the fixture and manufacturer name
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Manufacturer pages show the company name
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Compare page shows how many fixtures you're comparing
Contribution Tracking for Editors & Admins
Editors and admins now receive contribution credit when they directly add or edit fixtures and manufacturers.
Updated AI Indicator Colors
AI data source indicators updated from purple to warm orange for better visual distinction.
Improved Homepage Pools
Database pools on the homepage now flow more naturally on different screen sizes.
├──📚 Support & Community
New Support Page
We've added a comprehensive Support page with everything you need to get started:
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Getting started guides for browsing, searching, and comparing fixtures
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How to use the AI Lighting Consultant
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Tips for writing helpful reviews
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Explanation of user roles (User, Contributor, Manufacturer Rep, Editor)
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Contact information for different types of inquiries
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Bug reporting guidelines
Discord Community for Contributors
Approved contributors now have access to our Discord community! If you're a contributor, editor, or admin, you'll see a Discord invite link on your homepage. Connect with other lighting professionals, get help with contributions, and share industry insights.
├──🗄️ GDTF Database Expansion
Comprehensive GDTF Schema
We've added 70+ new database tables to support the complete GDTF 1.2 specification. This lays the groundwork for advanced features:
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Full DMX personality storage with channel functions and value ranges
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Complete wheel definitions (color wheels, gobo wheels, prisms, animation wheels)
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Physical properties including spectral data, CRI measurements (R1-R15), and TM-30 metrics
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3D geometry hierarchy for fixture visualization
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Protocol support (RDM, Art-Net, sACN, PosiStageNet, OSC)
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Helper functions for comparing fixtures by GDTF capabilities
This infrastructure prepares RiderReady for deeper GDTF integration in future releases.
Mobile Experience
Removed the mobile landing popup - the app is now fully responsive on all devices.
├──🤖 AI Auto-Extract Gets Smarter
Cost-Optimized Extraction
AI Auto-Extract is now significantly cheaper to use! When you import a GDTF file first (which is free), the AI only extracts the remaining empty fields instead of all 40+ fields. This reduces API costs by 50-70% per extraction.
The Pro Tip box on the add/edit fixture form now prominently displays this cost-saving strategy.
40+ Fields Now Extracted from Product Pages
The AI Auto-Extract feature has been massively upgraded! When you paste a manufacturer's product URL, Claude now extracts far more data:
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Basic Info - Name, model number, SKU, year introduced
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Classification - Fixture family and class (Moving Head Spot, LED Wash, Profile, etc.)
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Physical - Weight, IP rating, rigging type, full dimensions
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Light Source - LED type, color temperature ranges, CRI, TM-30 Rf, lumens
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Optics - Beam and field angles (min/max)
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Color System - Color mixing type, color wheel slots, CTB/CTO
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Effects - Gobos, animation wheel, prism, frost, iris, framing shutters, zoom
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Movement - Pan/tilt degrees, continuous rotation
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Control - DMX channels, modes, wireless DMX, RDM
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Special Features - Noise level, fan modes, battery, flicker-free, PWM
This means less manual data entry when adding new fixtures!
├──📦 GDTF Parser Overhauled
Major Accuracy Improvements
The GDTF importer has been completely rewritten for proper specification compliance. Previously, many fixtures imported with missing or incorrect data. Now:
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Weight & Dimensions - Properly reads from correct XML elements and calculates bounding boxes from geometry
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Beam Angles - Correctly extracts min/max zoom ranges from BeamType definitions
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Pan/Tilt Range - Reads actual rotation limits from channel functions
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Power Draw - Extracts wattage and voltage from WiringObject definitions
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DMX Channels - Fixed channel counting across all modes
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CRI from Spectral Data - Calculates color rendering metrics from emitter spectral power distribution (when available in GDTF)
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Framing Shutters - Better detection of blade/shutter features
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Thumbnail Images - Fixed extraction of embedded fixture images
Thanks to community contributor @eia485 for this massive improvement!
├──📊 Redesigned Fixture Specifications
Consolidated Specs Tab
The fixture specifications tab has been completely reorganized for better readability:
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5 Sections Instead of 10 - Related specs grouped together logically
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Output & Color (lumens, CRI, CCT, color mixing)
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Optics & Effects (beam, zoom, gobos, frost, prism)
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Movement (pan/tilt for automated fixtures)
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Power & Physical (wattage, weight, dimensions, IP rating)
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Control (DMX, protocols, special features)
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Hero Specs at a Glance - Key specifications prominently displayed at the top of each section
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Cleaner Layout - Missing data shows "—" instead of cluttering with "N/A"
├──⭐ Review Rating Fixes
Skipped Ratings No Longer Hurt Fixtures
When you skip a rating dimension (haven't experienced that feature), it now properly excludes from the average instead of counting as zero:
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Unrated dimensions show "Not Rated" with "N/A" instead of 0
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Overall scores only calculate from dimensions you actually rated
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Radar chart only plots rated dimensions
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Fixes issue where opting out accidentally lowered fixture scores
├──🐛 Bug Fixes
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AI Extract Crash Fixed - The "Cannot read properties of undefined" error when using AI Auto-Extract is now resolved
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N/A Badges Removed - Fixture cards no longer show spurious "N/A" badges where IP rating should be
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Better Error Messages - Console errors now show actual details instead of empty objects
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Editor Review Improved - Pending edits now show a clear diff of what changed instead of raw JSON
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Duplicate Detection - Editors now see warnings when new submissions may be duplicates of existing entries
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Contribution Tracking - Your submission counts now properly update on your profile page
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GDTF File Saved - Imported GDTF files are now uploaded to storage, making the "Download GDTF" button work
├──🔧 Dynamic Filters
IP Rating Filter Now Database-Driven
The IP Rating dropdown on the fixtures page now pulls directly from the database instead of showing hardcoded options. If a fixture has an unusual IP rating, it will automatically appear in the filter.
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0307-120
v0.3.0.7
Date: December 23, 2025
├──🔔 Admin Notifications
Pending Items Alert in Toolbar
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Admins and editors now see a red notification badge in the toolbar when there are pending reviews or applications
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Shows total count of items needing attention with a pulsing indicator
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Click to jump directly to the admin or editor dashboard
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Auto-refreshes every 60 seconds so you never miss a pending submission
├──🧹 Form Input Cleanup
Automatic Whitespace Trimming
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All form inputs now automatically remove extra spaces when you're done typing
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Number fields trim immediately as you type
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Text fields trim when you click away or tab to the next field
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Prevents accidental leading/trailing spaces in the database
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Cleaner data without interrupting your workflow
├──🎯 Comparison Tool Refinement
Fixtures Page Only
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The floating "Compare Fixtures" button now only appears on the fixtures catalog page
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Your selected fixtures stay in memory when you navigate away
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Button reappears when you return to the fixtures page
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Cleaner interface on manufacturer, vendor, and individual fixture pages
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0306-121
v0.3.0.6
Date: December 23, 2025
├──⭐ Favorites System
Save your favorite fixtures! Click the heart icon on any fixture card to add it to your personal collection. Your favorites are saved to your account and synced across all your devices.
Features:
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Heart Icons on Fixture Cards - Toggle favorites directly from the fixture grid
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Individual Fixture Pages - Favorite button also appears on detail pages
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Database Integration - Favorites are saved per-user with automatic count tracking
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Visual Feedback - Red filled heart when favorited, gray outline when not
├──🎨 UI/UX Refinements
Button Consistency:
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Reduced button font size from 13px to 11px for a more compact, professional look
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Sharper corners (2px radius instead of 4px) matching console aesthetic
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All buttons across the app now have unified sizing and styling
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Tab buttons use rounded-sm for consistency
Filter Improvements:
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Manufacturers Page - Replaced radio buttons with searchable dropdown for country filter
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Countries are now queried directly from the database for accurate filtering
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Fixture Filters - Range sliders now have editable number inputs for precise control
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Enter exact values or use sliders for Power, Weight, Brightness, Color Temp, and Beam Angle
Visual Polish:
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Login/Signup buttons in toolbar now stack vertically with matching widths
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Changelog sidebar extends all the way to toolbar (no gap)
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Search results on homepage no longer get clipped
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Search bar background is now black with dark gray on focus
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0305-122
v0.3.0.5
Date: December 23, 2025
├──🎄 Christmas Console Edition & 2026 Countdown
Transform your RiderReady experience with our festive console-inspired redesign! The homepage now features a professional lighting console aesthetic with a real-time countdown to 2026.
New Features:
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2026 Countdown Timer - Watch the seconds tick down to January 1st, 2026 with our console-style countdown widget
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Console Command Line Header - Professional terminal aesthetic with system status, command prompts, and festive red/green indicators
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Pool-Style Navigation - MA3-inspired grid layout for Quick Actions and Database Pools with interactive selection states
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4K Optimized Layout - Content perfectly centered on large displays while maintaining scrollability on smaller screens
├──🐛 Bug Fixes
Contributors Can Now Edit Fixtures!
Fixed a critical issue where contributors were unable to submit fixture edits for review. Previously, contributors would encounter an error when trying to submit changes. This has been completely resolved - contributors can now freely submit their fixture edits and they'll go into the review queue for editors to approve!
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0304-123
v0.3.0.4
Date: December 23, 2025
├──❄️ Winter Wonderland Mode
Get into the holiday spirit! We've added a beautiful winter theme with falling snow and an aurora borealis-style animated background. Don't worry about performance - click the new ❄️ Let it Snow! button in the toolbar to toggle the effects on or off. Your preference is saved so you can enjoy the festive vibes across all pages or turn it off for maximum speed.
The snow features realistic physics with varying sizes, gentle rotation, and natural drift - it looks amazing on the homepage, fixture browser, manufacturer pages, and vendor catalog!
├──🏠 Homepage Makeover
We've completely redesigned the homepage to better showcase what RiderReady is all about:
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Community Stats - See live counts of total users, verified professionals, and active contributors
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Database Metrics - Track our growing collection of fixtures, manufacturers, and vendors
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Quick Actions - Fast access to add fixtures, browse the catalog, apply as a contributor, or check what's new
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Clean Console Theme - Everything styled in our signature terminal aesthetic with monospace fonts and clean layouts
├──📊 Live Community Statistics
The homepage now displays real-time stats showing how many users have joined, how many are verified professionals, and how many are active contributors. Watch the numbers count up as the page loads!
├──⚡ Performance Improvements
We've optimized the winter effects for all devices:
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Reduced snow particles from 100 to 60 for smoother animation
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Cut background blur in half for better GPU performance
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Uses hardware acceleration for butter-smooth snow physics
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Smart theming that only loads effects when you want them
├──🎨 Better Dark Mode
When you toggle off the winter effects, the background switches to pure black (#000000) for a sleek, minimal look that saves battery on OLED screens.
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0303-124
v0.3.0.3
Date: December 22, 2025
├──⭐ Verified Reviews Carry More Weight
Reviews from verified users now have 1.5x more influence on fixture ratings! When an admin verifies your account, your professional experience and expertise carry extra weight in our Performance DNA system. This ensures ratings reflect input from trusted industry professionals.
├──🎭 Anonymous Reviews (with Verification Badge)
You can now post reviews anonymously while keeping your verified status! Choose a custom display name, and your review will still show the verified badge and carry the same enhanced weight. Share honest feedback about fixtures without worrying about professional relationships.
├──🏆 New Way to Earn Founding Contributor Badge
Submit 5+ reviews and earn the prestigious Founding Contributor badge! Previously only available to contributors who submitted 10+ fixture edits, the badge is now accessible to anyone who shares their professional experience through reviews.
├──📄 Privacy Policy & Terms of Service
We've added comprehensive legal documentation to protect your rights:
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Privacy Policy - Full transparency about data collection, your GDPR/CCPA rights, and how we keep your information secure
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Terms of Service - Clear guidelines for acceptable use, content rules, and what to expect from the platform
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Links appear in the footer and in the welcome modal when you first visit
├──📺 Better for Large Displays
Using a 4K monitor or ultra-wide display? The fixture, manufacturer, and vendor catalog pages now scale up to 8 columns, making better use of your screen real estate. No more stretched-out tiles!
├──✨ Cleaner, More Polished UI
All buttons, panels, and interface elements now share a consistent, professional appearance with unified styling throughout the platform.
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v0.3.0.2
Date: December 22, 2025
├──Enhanced Contributor Profiles
When you apply to become a contributor, your first and last name are now automatically added to your user profile, making it easier for admins to verify your professional background.
├──Admin Dashboard Improvements
Admins can now see contributor applicants' full names and job titles in the review dashboard, making the vetting process smoother and more professional.
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0301-126
v0.3.0.1
Date: December 22, 2025
├──Signup Encouragement
The "What's New" modal now highlights the benefits of creating an account and becoming a contributor, with a special emphasis on earning the Founding Contributor badge during our beta period.
├──Fixed Navigation
Corrected broken links that were causing 404 errors when clicking signup and contributor application buttons.
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v0.3.0.0
Date: December 22, 2025
├──🎉 Major Release: User Accounts & Community Features
This is our biggest update yet! RiderReady now has full user authentication, professional contributor vetting, and a 6-tier user system designed to maintain data quality while growing our community.
├──Create Your Account
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Sign up with email and password
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Create a profile with display name and professional information
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Email verification for security
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Choose whether to make your profile public
├──6-Tier User System
User (Level 0)
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Browse and search the entire fixture database
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Compare fixtures and use all tools
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Submit reviews on fixtures you've used
Contributor (Level 1)
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Submit fixture and manufacturer data edits
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All submissions reviewed by editors for quality
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Track your approved contributions
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Earn Founding Contributor badge (10+ approved edits or 5+ reviews)
Manufacturer Rep (Level 2)
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Direct edit access to your company's fixture data
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Upload product images and documentation
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Requires company email verification or admin approval
Vendor Rep (Level 2)
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Manage your rental house's inventory and details
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Update availability and contact information
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Same verification as manufacturer reps
Editor (Level 3)
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Review and approve contributor submissions
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Merge duplicate entries and fix data quality issues
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Access to the moderation dashboard
Admin (Level 4)
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Full platform access and user management
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Review contributor applications and verify users
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Manage roles, bans, and platform settings
├──Apply to Become a Contributor
We've created a professional vetting process to ensure data quality:
What You'll Need:
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First and last name
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Job title (24 industry-specific options like Lighting Designer, Programmer, Production Manager)
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Years in the industry
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Professional background and expertise
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Console experience (our industry "vibe check")
What Happens Next:
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Admin reviews your application (usually within 48 hours)
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If approved, you're promoted to Contributor role
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Start submitting fixture data and earning toward your Founding Contributor badge
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Email notification when decision is made
├──Content Moderation System
All contributor edits go through review before going live:
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Submit changes through the same forms you're used to
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Editors see a visual diff of proposed changes
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Approve or reject with optional feedback
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Track your submission status (pending, approved, rejected)
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Maintains data quality while allowing community contributions
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v0.2.2.6
Date: December 21-22, 2025
├──Enhanced Search Experience
Vendor Search
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New search box on vendor catalog page
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Filter vendors by name, location, and available fixtures
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Matches the polished search experience on fixtures page
Manufacturer Search
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Search manufacturers by name and country
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Quick filtering without page reload
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Consistent with other catalog search functionality
├──Improved Fixture Details
Movement Capabilities Tab
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Now displays fixture movement ranges (pan/tilt degrees)
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Dedicated section for rotation capabilities
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Clear visual hierarchy for movement specs
Reorganized Specifications
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Moved beam angle to Photometrics tab (more logical grouping)
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Beam specs now alongside lumen output and color temperature
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Easier to find related optical information
├──Better Empty States
When a fixture is missing certain data (movement, effects, etc.), you now see a clean "No data available" message instead of a blank section.
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v0.2.2.5
Date: December 21, 2025
├──Performance DNA Enhancements
Redesigned Performance Tab
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Moved from sidebar to main content tabs
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Full-width radar chart for better visibility
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Category performance badges (⚡ Color, 🎨 Effects, etc.)
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Individual rating dimensions with descriptions
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Overall performance score prominently displayed
What the Performance Tab Shows:
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Radar Chart - Visual snapshot of fixture's strengths across 6 categories
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Category Scores - Color, Effects, Control, Build, Beam, Movement ratings
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Dimension Breakdown - All 27 detailed ratings (when available)
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Review Count - See how many professional reviews contributed to ratings
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v0.2.2.4
Date: December 20, 2025
├──GDTF Import Improvements
Version Display
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GDTF importer now shows its version number (v0.1.0)
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Easier to track which version of the tool you're using
Minor Refinements
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Component versioning for better tracking
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Preparation for future GDTF parsing enhancements
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0223-131
v0.2.2.3
Date: December 20, 2025
├──Professional Review System
27-Dimension Performance Ratings
Rate fixtures across six professional categories:
⚡ Color (8 dimensions)
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Color mixing quality, saturation, accuracy
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CTO/CTB range, color temperature consistency
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Preset library, RGB control
🎨 Effects (5 dimensions)
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Gobo quality, animation smoothness
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Prism quality, effect variety, creativity
🎮 Control (5 dimensions)
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DMX responsiveness, movement smoothness
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Programming ease, preset usability, macro quality
🏗️ Build Quality (3 dimensions)
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Physical build, durability, noise level
💡 Beam (3 dimensions)
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Brightness, beam quality, zoom range
🔄 Movement (3 dimensions)
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Speed, precision, range
Smart Adaptive System:
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Only see rating dimensions relevant to each fixture
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LED fixtures don't show "CMY Flag Performance"
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Wash fixtures don't show "Gobo Quality"
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Skip any dimension you haven't experienced
Review Features:
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Optional title and detailed feedback
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List pros and cons separately
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Specify your use case (touring, install, theatre, etc.)
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Add hours of experience with the fixture
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All reviews are professional and industry-focused
├──Review Aggregation
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Average ratings calculated across all professional reviews
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More reviews = more accurate ratings
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See total review count for each fixture
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"Performance DNA" radar chart visualizes fixture strengths
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v0.1.0
Date: February 2, 2025
├──Core Fixture Database
Fixture Catalog
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Browse comprehensive lighting fixture database
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Detailed specifications for each fixture
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Manufacturer information
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Technical specifications (weight, power, dimensions, DMX)
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Optical specifications (lumens, beam angle, color temp)
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Feature lists (gobos, color wheels, effects)
Community Contributions
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Submit new fixtures to the database
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Edit existing fixture data
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Upload GDTF files
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Community-driven data quality
Search & Discovery
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Find fixtures by name and specifications
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Browse by manufacturer
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Filter by fixture type and features
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