Changelog
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Total Releases
3
Bug Fixes
8
New Features
12
Improvements
15
v1.2.0
LatestMajor fixes for typing animation widget and performance improvements
Bug Fixes
Typing Animation Widget Rendering
Fixed critical rendering issues where only half the image was visible by completely rewriting the SVG animation engine
Technical Details: Switched from mask-based approach to character-by-character animation with proper viewport calculations
Infinite Re-rendering Loop
Resolved performance issues caused by constant component re-renders in typing animation widget
Technical Details: Consolidated multiple useEffect hooks into a single properly managed effect with cleanup
Configuration Controls
Fixed configuration controls not responding to user input changes
Technical Details: Added proper parameter mapping between widget and API (font→fontFamily, size→fontSize, duration→speed)
Performance Improvements
Widget Optimization
Added proper memoization to prevent unnecessary re-calculations
Technical Details: Implemented useMemo for effectiveConfig and useCallback for event handlers
Debounced Input
Implemented 300ms debouncing for configuration changes to improve responsiveness
Technical Details: Added useRef-based timeout management with proper cleanup on unmount
Memory Management
Added cleanup flags to prevent state updates on unmounted components
Technical Details: Introduced isMounted flag and comprehensive timeout cleanup
Technical Improvements
SVG Animation Engine
Completely rewrote the typing animation to use character-by-character reveal
Technical Details: New animation approach with proper character escaping and width calculations
Better Error Handling
Added comprehensive error handling and loading states
Technical Details: Enhanced error boundaries and user-friendly error messages
Code Architecture
Consolidated multiple useEffect hooks into a single, properly managed effect
Technical Details: Improved component lifecycle management and effect dependencies
v1.1.0
StableIntroduction of typing animation widget and theme system
v1.0.0
FoundationInitial release with core functionality
Troubleshooting
Widget Issues?
- • Refresh the page and try again
- • Verify your GitHub username is public
- • Clear browser cache if widgets won't load
- • Check your internet connection
Performance Tips
- • Use fewer widgets for better performance
- • Optimize image dimensions
- • Reduce animation loops if needed
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