v0.6.5 Enhanced API Integration - griffingilreath/Punch-Card-Project GitHub Wiki
v0.6.5: Enhanced API Integration (March 25, 2024)
Version 0.6.5 focuses on making the GUI interface the default entry point for the application and enhancing the user experience through improved command-line options and error handling.
Key Features
๐ฅ๏ธ GUI Default Interface
- Default to GUI mode when no arguments are provided, making the application more user-friendly
- Clearer command-line arguments with improved help text and organization
- Comprehensive documentation on all available options and modes
- Updated example usage in documentation to reflect the new default behavior
๐ ๏ธ Command Line Refinements
- Redesigned command-line interface with more intuitive option grouping
- Added short and long form options for all commands
- Added color-coded help output for better readability
- Unified command format across all operation modes
๐ Improved Error Handling
- Enhanced error messages with clearer explanations and suggested fixes
- Graceful fallback from GUI to terminal mode when display isn't available
- Better diagnostic information when errors occur
- Improved logging for troubleshooting issues
๐งช Integration Testing
- Added automated tests for the interface selection logic
- Improved test coverage for both GUI and terminal modes
- Fixed edge case bugs discovered during testing
- Enhanced CI/CD pipeline for mode-specific testing
Installation Notes
This update maintains backward compatibility while enhancing the user experience. To update:
git pull origin main
pip install -r requirements.txt
Upgrading from v0.6.4
When upgrading from v0.6.4, no special steps are required. The application will now default to GUI mode unless terminal mode is explicitly specified with command-line arguments.