Changelog
All notable changes to GripDay will be documented in this file.
The format is based on Keep a Changelog, and this project adheres to Semantic Versioning.
[Unreleased]
Added
- Initial project documentation and architecture design
- VitePress documentation site setup
- Comprehensive system design documentation
- Business presentation and market analysis
- Development environment setup guides
Changed
- N/A
Deprecated
- N/A
Removed
- N/A
Fixed
- N/A
Security
- N/A
[1.0.0-alpha.1] - 2024-12-15
Added
- Core Architecture: Microservices-first architecture with 8 core services
- User Service: JWT-based authentication with RBAC
- API Gateway: Spring Cloud Gateway with intelligent routing and rate limiting
- Contact Management: Complete contact and company lifecycle management
- Email Marketing: Multi-provider SMTP integration with comprehensive tracking
- Campaign Automation: Workflow engine with event-driven execution
- Form Builder: Visual form builder with progressive profiling
- Lead Scoring: Real-time scoring engine with behavior tracking
- Analytics Service: Real-time dashboards and reporting
- Infrastructure: Kubernetes-native deployment with operators
- Observability: Comprehensive monitoring with Prometheus, Grafana, and Jaeger
- Documentation: Complete technical and business documentation
Technical Highlights
- Java 21: Latest Java features with virtual threads for high concurrency
- Spring Boot 3: Modern Spring framework with native compilation support
- React 19: Latest React with concurrent features and improved performance
- PostgreSQL 16+: Advanced database features with CloudNativePG operator
- Apache Kafka: Event streaming with Strimzi operator for Kubernetes
- Redis 7+: High-performance caching and session management
- Elasticsearch 8+: Advanced search and analytics capabilities
- Istio Service Mesh: Secure service-to-service communication with mTLS
Business Features
- Open-Core Model: Free core modules with commercial premium features
- Multi-Tenant Architecture: Complete tenant isolation for SaaS deployment
- B2B Specialization: Account-based marketing with complex sales cycle support
- Enterprise Security: GDPR/CCPA compliance with comprehensive audit logging
- Scalable Architecture: Horizontal scaling for enterprise workloads
- Developer-First: Comprehensive APIs and extensive documentation
Upcoming Releases
[1.0.0-beta.1] - Q1 2025 (Planned)
Planned Features
- Advanced Segmentation: Complex filter combinations with behavioral targeting
- Multi-Channel Communication: SMS and push notification support
- Enhanced Integrations: Bidirectional CRM sync with major platforms
- Advanced Analytics: Multi-touch attribution and predictive insights
- Mobile Applications: iOS and Android mobile apps
- Performance Optimizations: Enhanced caching and query optimization
Technical Improvements
- Database Sharding: Horizontal database scaling for large datasets
- Advanced Caching: Multi-level caching with intelligent invalidation
- API Rate Limiting: Enhanced rate limiting with tenant-specific quotas
- Security Enhancements: Advanced threat detection and prevention
- Monitoring Improvements: Enhanced observability and alerting
[1.0.0-rc.1] - Q2 2025 (Planned)
Planned Features
- AI-Powered Insights: Machine learning for predictive lead scoring
- Advanced Automation: Complex workflow conditions and branching
- Enterprise Integrations: Advanced enterprise system integrations
- White-Label Support: Complete white-labeling capabilities
- Advanced Reporting: Custom report builder with scheduled delivery
Production Readiness
- Load Testing: Comprehensive performance testing and optimization
- Security Audit: Third-party security assessment and hardening
- Documentation: Complete user guides and API documentation
- Training Materials: Video tutorials and certification programs
- Support Infrastructure: Professional support and SLA frameworks
[1.0.0] - Q3 2025 (Planned)
Production Release
- Stable APIs: Guaranteed API stability and backward compatibility
- Enterprise Features: Complete enterprise feature set
- Professional Support: 24/7 support with SLA guarantees
- Marketplace: Plugin marketplace for third-party extensions
- Global Deployment: Multi-region deployment capabilities
Version History
Pre-Release Development
2024-12-15 - Project Inception
- Project Initiation: GripDay project officially started
- Architecture Design: Complete system architecture designed
- Technology Selection: Modern technology stack selected
- Business Model: Open-core business model defined
- Market Analysis: Comprehensive competitive analysis completed
2024-12-10 - Market Research
- Market Opportunity: $6.1B market opportunity identified
- Competitive Analysis: Analysis of existing solutions completed
- Value Proposition: Unique open-core positioning defined
- Target Markets: Primary and secondary markets identified
2024-12-05 - Technical Planning
- Microservices Architecture: Service boundaries and responsibilities defined
- Technology Stack: Java 21, Spring Boot 3, React 19 selected
- Infrastructure Design: Kubernetes-native deployment strategy
- Development Approach: Cloud-native development practices established
Release Notes Format
Each release includes the following sections:
Added
New features and capabilities added to the platform.
Changed
Changes to existing functionality that may affect users.
Deprecated
Features that are deprecated and will be removed in future versions.
Removed
Features that have been removed from the platform.
Fixed
Bug fixes and issue resolutions.
Security
Security improvements and vulnerability fixes.
Versioning Strategy
GripDay follows Semantic Versioning:
- MAJOR version for incompatible API changes
- MINOR version for backward-compatible functionality additions
- PATCH version for backward-compatible bug fixes
Pre-Release Versions
- alpha: Early development versions with incomplete features
- beta: Feature-complete versions undergoing testing
- rc (release candidate): Production-ready versions undergoing final validation
Version Support
- Current Major Version: Full support with new features and bug fixes
- Previous Major Version: Security fixes and critical bug fixes for 12 months
- Older Versions: Community support only
Migration Guides
Upgrading Between Versions
Minor Version Updates (e.g., 1.1.0 to 1.2.0)
- Generally backward compatible
- New features available immediately
- Configuration updates may be required
- Database migrations handled automatically
Major Version Updates (e.g., 1.x to 2.x)
- May include breaking changes
- Migration guide provided for each major version
- Deprecation warnings in previous versions
- Support for gradual migration when possible
Database Migrations
All database schema changes are handled through Liquibase migrations:
- Automatic: Migrations run automatically on service startup
- Versioned: Each migration has a version number and description
- Rollback: Rollback scripts provided for major changes
- Testing: All migrations tested in staging environments
Contributing to Changelog
Changelog Guidelines
- Follow Keep a Changelog format
- Use clear, concise descriptions
- Include issue/PR references where applicable
- Categorize changes appropriately
- Highlight breaking changes
Submitting Changes
When submitting pull requests:
- Update the
[Unreleased]section - Use appropriate category (Added, Changed, etc.)
- Include brief description of the change
- Reference related issues or PRs
- Highlight any breaking changes
Release Communication
Release Announcements
- Blog Posts: Detailed release announcements on the GripDay blog
- Discord: Release notifications in the community Discord
- GitHub: Release notes on GitHub releases page
- Email: Newsletter updates for major releases
- Social Media: Announcements on Twitter and LinkedIn
Beta Testing Program
Join our beta testing program to get early access to new features:
- Early Access: Test new features before general release
- Feedback: Provide feedback to shape the final release
- Recognition: Beta testers recognized in release notes
- Support: Direct access to development team for issues
Sign up: beta@gripday.com
Support for Older Versions
Long-Term Support (LTS)
- LTS Versions: Designated every 12 months
- Support Duration: 24 months of security and critical bug fixes
- Enterprise Support: Extended support available for enterprise customers
- Migration Assistance: Help available for upgrading from LTS versions
End-of-Life Policy
- 6 Months Notice: End-of-life announced 6 months in advance
- Security Updates: Security fixes provided until end-of-life
- Migration Path: Clear upgrade path provided
- Documentation: Migration guides and best practices
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