wp-fix-plugin-does-not-exist-notices/CHANGELOG.md

All notable changes to this project should be documented both here and in the main Readme files.

[2.4.0] - 2025-04-17

Added

• Comprehensive documentation for working in multi-repository workspaces
• Guidelines to prevent feature hallucination in multi-repo environments
• New .ai-workflows/multi-repo-workspace.md file with detailed best practices

Improved

• AI assistant documentation with repository context verification
• Wiki documentation to accurately reflect plugin functionality

[2.3.1] - 2025-04-16

Updated

• Tested compatibility with WordPress 6.8
• Documentation to reflect WordPress 6.8 compatibility

[2.3.0] - 2025-04-15

Added

• Improved time-efficient development workflow documentation
• New git workflow guidelines for better branch management
• Comprehensive incremental development approach

Improved

• Documentation for local vs. remote testing
• Version management process for more efficient development

[2.2.5] - 2025-04-14

Added

• Documentation for the developer preferences memory file in .ai-workflows/
• Improved AI assistant instructions for maintaining developer preferences
• Updated version numbers across all files for consistency

[2.2.4] - 2025-04-14

Added

• Developer preferences memory file for AI assistants
• Improved AI assistant documentation with instructions for maintaining developer preferences
• Updated WordPress.org documentation with correct plugin slug and version numbers

[2.2.3] - 2025-04-14

Changed

• Moved admin-specific files to admin/lib directory for better organization
• Updated namespaces to reflect the new file locations
• Added comprehensive folder structure documentation
• Fixed file references in the main plugin file

[2.2.2-stable] - 2025-04-14

Changed

• Renamed includes files to lowercase for consistency with the rest of the codebase
• Removed redundant Git Updater patches and version-fix.js as they're no longer needed
• Improved documentation for Git Updater integration and release process
• Fixed token-efficient documentation with references to .ai-workflows files
• Added comprehensive release process documentation with emphasis on merging to main branch

[2.2.1] - 2025-04-14

Changed

• Commented out version-fix.js script as it's no longer needed after refactoring
• Fixed version consistency across all files

[2.2.0] - 2025-04-14

Added

• Completely refactored plugin to use OOP best practices
• New class structure with proper namespaces
• Improved code organization and maintainability
• Better separation of concerns with dedicated classes

Changed

• Changed "Choose Update Source" link to just "Update Source"
• Fixed close button in the update source modal
• Added links to the main page for each update source in the modal
• Replaced all instances of "WP ALLSTARS" with "WPALLSTARS"

[2.1.1] - 2025-04-13

Added

• New "Choose Update Source" feature allowing users to select their preferred update source (WordPress.org, GitHub, or Gitea)
• Modal dialog with detailed information about each update source option
• Visual indicator showing the currently selected update source

Fixed

• Updated heading styles in CHANGELOG.md for better readability
• Corrected dates in changelog to use 2025 instead of 2024

Improved

• Documentation improvements for better clarity
• Enhanced Git Updater integration with user-selectable update sources

[2.1.0] - 2025-04-13

Changed

• Minor version bump for Git Updater compatibility

Improved

• Error handling for Git Updater integration
• Type checking in branch fix functions
• Documentation for Git Updater installation and cache refreshing

[2.0.13] - 2025-04-12

Fixed

• Critical error when Git Updater passes an object instead of a string to API URL filter
• Type checking in branch fix functions to handle both string and object inputs

Improved

• Error handling for Git Updater integration
• Documentation for Git Updater installation and cache refreshing

[2.0.12] - 2025-04-11

Fixed

• Integrated Git Updater branch fix directly into main plugin
• Removed separate "GU Branch Fix" plugin (no longer needed)

Added

• Documentation explaining branch fix integration

Improved

• Compatibility with Git Updater plugin
• Deploy script to remove separate branch fix plugin

[2.0.11] - 2025-04-10

Added

• Created separate "GU Branch Fix" plugin to fix Git Updater branch issues
• Added deploy script for local testing

Fixed

• Git Updater branch issues with 'main' vs 'master' branch names
• Improved compatibility with Git Updater plugin

[2.0.10] - 2025-04-09

Fixed

• Plugin details popup version display issue with Git Updater integration
• Added JavaScript-based solution to ensure correct version display in plugin details

Improved

• Version consistency across all plugin views
• Enhanced cache busting for plugin information API

[2.0.9] - 2025-04-08

Fixed

• Plugin details popup now correctly shows version and author information
• Added support for both old and new plugin slugs to fix caching issues

Improved

• Cache clearing mechanism to ensure plugin details are always up-to-date
• Enhanced version display in plugin details popup

[2.0.8] - 2025-04-07

Fixed

• Plugin details popup now correctly shows version and author information
• Added cache-busting mechanism to ensure plugin details are always up-to-date

Improved

• Author and contributor information display in plugin details
• Added WordPress 6.5 compatibility indicator

[2.0.7] - 2025-04-06

Changed

• Additional text improvements and minor fixes

[2.0.6] - 2025-04-05

Changed

• Text improvements and minor fixes

[2.0.5] - 2025-04-04

Fixed

• Display correct version in plugin details popup

[2.0.4] - 2025-04-03

Fixed

• Display actual plugin version instead of 'N/A' for missing plugins in plugin details view

[2.0.2] - 2025-04-02

Changed

• Consolidated WordPress.org assets into .wordpress-org directory
• Improved organization of assets for WordPress.org submission
• Updated .wordpress-org/README.md with comprehensive information

[2.0.1] - 2025-04-01

Added

• Contributing section to readme.txt
• reference-plugins directory for plugin development inspiration

Changed

• Updated "tested up to" version to WordPress 6.7.2
• Improved .gitattributes with comprehensive file handling
• Enhanced documentation organization

[2.0.0] - 2025-03-31

Added

• Note clarifying that the plugin has no settings page
• Clarification that functionality is limited to the admin plugins page only

Changed

• Major version release for WordPress.org submission
• Finalized all assets and documentation for public release

[1.6.28] - 2025-03-30

Changed

• Consolidated asset documentation into a single comprehensive guide
• Clarified that -rtl suffix is for Right-to-Left languages, not dark mode
• Updated all asset README files to point to the main documentation
• Improved file organization and documentation structure

[1.6.27] - 2025-03-29

Changed

• Clarified RTL support in WordPress.org asset documentation
• Corrected information about -rtl suffix for assets (for right-to-left languages, not dark themes)
• Consolidated asset files and improved documentation

[1.6.26] - 2025-03-28

Changed

• Updated screenshot references to use a single comprehensive screenshot
• Fixed asset directory paths in documentation
• Improved ImageMagick conversion commands for icon generation
• Clarified WordPress.org SVN repository structure

[1.6.25] - 2025-03-27

Added

• Comprehensive WordPress.org submission guide with SVN structure explanation

Changed

• Consolidated asset files into their respective directories
• Clarified asset requirements and submission process
• Improved organization of asset files

[1.6.24] - 2025-03-26

Added

• Properly named icon PNG files (icon-256x256.png and icon-128x128.png)

Changed

• Updated asset preparation documentation
• Improved WordPress.org submission readiness

[1.6.23] - 2025-03-25

Added

• Properly named icon, banner, and screenshot files for WordPress.org submission
• Comprehensive guide for WordPress.org asset requirements

Changed

• Fixed file naming to comply with WordPress.org standards
• Organized assets in separate directories for better management

[1.6.22] - 2025-03-24

Changed

• Enhanced support section with multiple support channel options
• Added encouragement for users to leave reviews on WordPress.org
• Improved documentation with clearer support instructions

[1.6.21] - 2025-03-23

Added

• Support for more AI-powered development tools (Roo, Gemini, Loveable, Bolt, Cody, Continue)
• Links to supported AI IDEs in documentation
• Additional FAQs for better SEO

Changed

• Updated AI configuration files with modern models (gpt-4o)
• Made documentation more generic for boilerplate use
• Enhanced explanations in configuration files
• Added more keywords for better SEO

[1.6.20] - 2025-03-22

Changed

• Added explanations about the ! prefix in ignore files
• Moved WordPress-specific patterns to .gitignore
• Further improved organization of ignore patterns
• Added examples of how to include files excluded by .gitignore

[1.6.19] - 2025-03-21

Changed

• Consolidated common ignore patterns into .gitignore
• Simplified AI IDE configuration files to only include tool-specific patterns
• Improved organization of ignore patterns for better maintainability
• Added more file types to .gitignore for comprehensive coverage

[1.6.18] - 2025-03-20

Changed

• Optimized AI IDE configuration files to only include patterns not in .gitignore
• Improved efficiency of ignore files for better AI context management
• Enhanced compatibility with various AI-powered development tools

[1.6.17] - 2025-03-19

Added

• .augmentignore file with best practices
• Configuration files for Cursor, Windsurf, v0, and Cline IDEs
• More design file formats to .gitignore
• .aiconfig file for general AI IDE compatibility

[1.6.16] - 2025-03-18

Fixed

• Updated CI configuration files with correct plugin slugs
• Updated CHANGELOG.md with all recent versions
• Fixed outdated references to plugin-reference-cleaner

[1.6.15] - 2025-03-17

Changed

• Moved AI workflow documentation to root directory for better visibility
• Consolidated duplicate workflow files
• Improved organization of development documentation
• Updated CI configuration files with correct plugin slugs

[1.6.14] - 2025-03-16

Changed

• Updated documentation to consistently use "Remove Notice" instead of "Remove Reference"
• Added design file extensions to .gitignore (.pxd, .afdesign, .afphoto, .afpub)
• Improved explanation of how the plugin works
• Ensured consistent terminology across all documentation

[1.6.13] - 2025-03-15

Changed

• Code cleanup and optimization
• Improved Git Updater integration
• Fixed author display in plugin information
• Ensured compatibility with WordPress 6.4

[1.6.12] - 2025-03-14

Added

• Added WPALLSTARS as a co-author
• Updated author information and links
• Added author websites to plugin description
• Fixed issue with multiple author URLs

[1.6.11] - 2025-03-13

Fixed

• Improved Git Updater integration
• Fixed plugin header information
• Updated author information

[1.6.10] - 2025-03-12

Fixed

• Corrected plugin header information
• Improved Git Updater compatibility
• Updated documentation

[1.6.9] - 2025-03-11

Fixed

• Fixed Git Updater integration
• Updated plugin header information
• Improved documentation

[1.6.8] - 2025-03-10

Fixed

• Fixed Git Updater integration
• Updated plugin header information

[1.6.7] - 2025-03-09

Fixed

• Fixed Git Updater integration
• Updated plugin header information

[1.6.6] - 2025-03-08

Fixed

• Fixed Git Updater integration
• Updated plugin header information

[1.6.5] - 2025-03-07

Fixed

• Fixed Git Updater integration
• Updated plugin header information

[1.6.4] - 2025-03-06

Improved

• Version management to ensure consistent patch version increments
• Documentation for version update process
• AI workflow files with detailed version increment instructions

[1.6.3] - 2025-03-05

Fixed

• Git Updater repository URLs to use full repository paths
• Update URI configuration for proper update detection
• Version management following semantic versioning

Changed

• Updated organization name from 'WP All Stars' to 'WPALLSTARS'
• Updated namespace from 'WPAllStars' to 'WPALLSTARS'

[1.6.2] - 2025-03-04

Changed

• Updated POT file version for consistency
• Improved JavaScript localization with proper fallbacks
• Enhanced code quality for WordPress.org submission

Added

• Git Updater configuration with Update URI
• Update server URL configuration

[1.6.1] - 2025-03-03

Added

• AI assistant guide and workflow documentation
• Detailed release process documentation
• Feature development guidelines
• Bug fixing procedures
• Code review standards

[1.6.0] - 2025-03-02

Added

• Full translation support with POT file
• JavaScript localization for better multilingual support
• Plugin constants for improved code organization
• Git Updater support for updates from GitHub and Gitea

Changed

• Updated code to follow WordPress internationalization best practices
• Improved asset loading with version constants
• Smart update detection based on installation source

[1.5.0] - 2025-03-01

Added

• Improved compatibility with WordPress 6.4
• Enhanced error detection for plugin references

Fixed

• Minor UI improvements for better visibility
• Accessibility enhancements for screen readers

[1.4.1] - 2025-02-28

Added

• FAQ about keeping the plugin installed after notices are cleared

[1.4.0] - 2025-02-27

Changed

• Updated plugin name and text domain
• Repository rename from plugin-reference-cleaner to wp-fix-plugin-does-not-exist-notices

[1.3.3] - 2025-02-26

Added

• "Click here to scroll" button to automatically find missing plugins
• Visual arrow pointing from notification to error message
• Smooth scrolling with highlighting of missing plugin rows

Improved

• Notification reliability using multiple injection methods
• Earlier placement in page load cycle for better visibility
• Enhanced error detection for all WordPress error message formats

[1.3.2] - 2025-02-25

Added

• Prominent notification that appears directly below WordPress error messages
• Visual styling to help users connect error message with solution
• Direction arrows and highlighted text to improve user guidance

[1.3.1] - 2025-02-24

Added

• Instructional notification explaining how to use the plugin
• Step-by-step guidance for removing plugin references
• Clear visual indicators for missing plugins

[1.3.0] - 2025-02-23

Changed

• Complete redesign for maximum compatibility with all WordPress themes
• Now uses the plugins list table for missing plugin references
• Uses standard WordPress admin UI patterns and hooks

Added

• Missing plugins now appear directly in the plugins list
• "Remove Reference" action link in the plugins list
• Success/error notices after removing references

Fixed

• Compatibility issues with various WordPress admin themes
• Reliability issues with notification detection

[1.2.4] - 2025-02-22

Fixed

• Compatibility with more WordPress admin UI variations
• Specific targeting for admin notices in various themes

Added

• Advanced DOM traversal using TreeWalker API
• Multiple fallback approaches to ensure button appears
• Enhanced console logging for troubleshooting

[1.2.3] - 2025-02-21

Fixed

• Button not appearing in some WordPress admin themes
• Error message detection for greater theme compatibility

Improved

• DOM traversal to find notification elements in various themes
• Added console logging for troubleshooting

[1.2.2] - 2025-02-20

Fixed

• Timeout issue during plugin activation
• Potential infinite recursion in admin notices handling

Improved

• Hook management to prevent performance issues
• Optimized by only loading on plugins page

[1.2.1] - 2025-04-07

Improved

• Fixed typos in documentation
• Improved text clarity
• Added question mark to first sentence for better readability

[1.2] - 2025-04-07

Added

• Improved documentation with detailed explanation
• Added SQL reference for technical users
• Suggested potential inclusion in WordPress core

[1.1] - 2025-04-07

Added

• Support for multisite WordPress installations
• Network admin page integration
• Woodpecker CI integration for automated releases

Improved

• Error handling
• User experience with better confirmation messages
• Security by adding proper capability checks

[1.0] - 2025-03-15

Added

• Initial release
• "Remove Reference" button for plugin deactivation error notices
• AJAX processing for reference removal