100% AI-Generated Codebase

Built over 4 months using:

• Cursor + Claude for all coding and architecture
• ChatGPT for image generation and design assets
• Gemini for content writing and UX copy
• Result: Enterprise-grade application with modern technologies

Multi-Tier Caching System with HTTP 304 Support

• In-Process Cache: Per-request memory caching with LRU eviction
• APCu Memory Cache: Cross-process shared memory when available
• File-Based Cache: Persistent JSON cache (~2ms response times)
• HTTP Client Cache: 304 Not Modified responses (~0.5ms response)
• Database-Aware Invalidation: Automatic cache refresh on data changes
• Priority System: Critical data never evicted from memory

In-Memory ZIP Generation

• Zero Disk I/O: All ZIP files created entirely in memory
• Template Caching: Static files cached in memory when available
• Direct Streaming: Files stream to browser without temporary storage
• Benefit: Instant download generation with minimal server resources

Build System Optimization

• ESBuild: Tree-shaking, dead code elimination, code splitting
• CSS Processing: PostCSS pipeline with automatic minification
• Image Optimization: WebP generation with <picture> fallbacks
• Metrics: 60-80% file size reduction, ~85% total bandwidth savings

GitHub Actions Deployment

• Auto-Deploy: dev branch → dev.getalifetracker.com
• Auto-Deploy: main branch → getalifetracker.com
• Quality Gates: PHPCS (PSR-12), PHPStan, ESLint, Stylelint must pass
• Security: All credentials in GitHub secrets

Comprehensive Quality Checks

• PHP: PHPCS (PSR-12 standards) + PHPStan static analysis
• JavaScript: ESLint v9.33.0 with modern standards
• CSS: Stylelint v16.23.1 with standard config
• Current Status: 0 linting errors across entire codebase

Cost-Optimized Hosting

• Provider: Namecheap Stellar Plan ($4.88/month)
• Resources: 20GB SSD, 30 mailboxes, 3 websites
• Limitations: Shared hosting without APCu extensions
• Optimization: Multi-tier caching designed for shared hosting

Local Development Environment

• Docker Infrastructure: Local containers mimic Namecheap environment
• Local DEV Server: Raw source files for instant development feedback
• Local PROD Server: Build version mirrors production deployment
• Testing: Validate both dev and prod builds before deployment

Dynamic Schema Generation

• JSON-LD Schema: Automatically generated from database content
• FAQ Schema: Dynamic FAQ structured data for rich snippets
• Organization Schema: Business information with proper markup
• Benefit: Search engine data always matches actual page content

WCAG AA Compliance

• ARIA Implementation: 472+ accessibility attributes across 56 files
• Screen Reader Support: Comprehensive labeling and descriptions
• Keyboard Navigation: Full functionality without mouse
• Color Contrast: Meets accessibility color requirements

Future-Proof Architecture

• 3-Level CSS Variables: Foundation → Component → Page level cascading
• Scalable Design System: Centralized variables enable site-wide theme changes
• Component Modularity: Add new pages without duplicating code
• Configuration-Driven: Easy expansion through shared template system

Performance Monitoring & Analytics

• Bundle Analysis: Real-time size optimization reporting
• Cache Performance Tracking: Database-logged cache hits, misses, HTTP 304
• Automated Daily Aggregation: Historical performance trends
• Memory Tracking: Cache hit rates and memory usage statistics

Performance Metrics

• Page Load: Sub-2 second first contentful paint
• Bundle Size: 85% bandwidth reduction through optimization
• Cache Hit Rate: >99% for repeat visitors (multi-tier + HTTP 304)
• API Response: ~0.15ms memory, ~2ms file, ~0.5ms HTTP 304
• Build Time: Complete optimization in <30 seconds

Cost Efficiency

• Hosting: Enterprise features on $4.88/month shared hosting
• Bandwidth: Massive reduction through compression and HTTP 304
• Development Time: AI assistance enabled rapid feature development
• Maintenance: Automated quality checks and self-managing cache