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Handling GitHub API Token Revocation in devlog-ist/landing

The devlog-ist/landing project helps users track their development activity. We recently improved how the application handles revoked or expired GitHub API tokens. Previously, a 401 error would trigger a generic error log and continuous retry attempts during data synchronization. This led to unnecessary server load and delayed data updates.

Now, when a 401 error (Bad Credentials) is received

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Streamlining GitHub Activity Syncing with Date Range Selection

Efficiently managing and synchronizing data is crucial for application performance. Recently, we enhanced the GitHub activity syncing process in our application by replacing a single-date picker with a more flexible date range calendar. This improvement, combined with a significant refactor, streamlines the synchronization logic and enhances user experience.

Enhanced Date Range Selection

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Streamlining Content Publishing: Automated Platform Integration

Introduction

We've recently enhanced our platform to allow users to automate content publishing to external platforms like LinkedIn and Dev.to. This feature aims to simplify the content creation and distribution process by enabling users to set default publishing preferences.

Implementation Details

This enhancement introduces the ability for users to manage their auto-publishing

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Refactoring Automation Settings in Our Application

Introduction

Our application's settings were becoming increasingly complex. The original design placed auto-publish preferences within the Integrations section, which no longer reflected the evolving functionality. To improve usability and maintainability, we decided to move these preferences to a dedicated Automation Settings page.

The Challenge

The existing structure presented several

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Adding Per-Generation Auto-Publish Toggles to a Post Generator

Adding control over auto-publishing directly within a post generator form can significantly enhance user experience. This post details how we implemented per-generation toggles for platforms like LinkedIn and Dev.to, providing users with granular control over their content distribution.

The Problem

Previously, auto-publishing settings were managed at the user preference level.

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Enhancing User Experience with Customizable Font Options

Providing users with options to personalize their experience can significantly improve satisfaction. A recent enhancement to our application allows users to select their preferred font from a curated list, offering a more tailored and visually appealing interface.

The Power of Personalization

Customization empowers users, making them feel more in control and connected to the application.

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Enhancements to AI Settings and Post Generation Access Control

Overview

This update focuses on refining access control for AI settings and improving the Post Generator navigation within the application. Key changes include restricting access to AI configuration settings to superadmin users only and reordering the Post Generator in the navigation menu for improved user experience.

AI Settings Access Control

To enhance security and prevent

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