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- Initialize with README, LICENSE (MIT/Apache), and .gitignore
- Set up branch protection rules for main/develop
- Configure GitHub Pages for documentation
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- Create views: Kanban, Table, Roadmap
- Add custom fields: Priority, Phase, Estimated Effort
- Set up automation rules for issue state changes
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- Bug report template with reproduction steps
- Feature request template with user story format
- Task template for implementation work
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- Set up test runner workflow
- Configure linting and code quality checks
- Add deployment workflow for staging/production
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0️⃣ Program Orchestration & Repo Setup ℹ️
1️⃣ Product Requirements & Experience Design ℹ️
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- New user: first visit to avatar creation
- Active user: daily progression and challenges
- Power user: deep customization and community
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- XP earning triggers (site actions, contributions)
- Leveling curve formula (linear vs exponential)
- Unlock gates and tier thresholds
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- Avatar creation/customization screen
- Inventory and equipment manager
- Shop and item acquisition flow
- Profile/stats dashboard
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- No pay-to-win mechanics
- Cosmetic-only purchases if needed
- Transparent pricing and value
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- Daily activity limits with soft caps
- Reward rest periods
- Transparent progression metrics
2️⃣ Technical Architecture ℹ️
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- Frontend: React/Vue/Svelte + Three.js/Babylon.js
- Backend: Node/Python/Go with REST/GraphQL
- Database: PostgreSQL + Redis for caching
- Avatar service: Ready Player Me vs custom
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- Service boundaries and responsibilities
- Data flow between components
- External integrations and APIs
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- Avatar CRUD operations
- Progression and XP endpoints
- Inventory management
- Shop and transactions
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- Containerization with Docker
- Orchestration (Kubernetes or simpler)
- CDN for static assets and 3D models
3️⃣ Data Modeling & APIs ℹ️
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- Core fields: ID, username, email, created_at
- Progression: level, xp, xp_to_next_level
- Stats: strength, wisdom, creativity (custom)
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- Avatar metadata: model_url, customization_data
- Versioning for avatar updates
- Asset references and loading strategy
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- Item catalog: id, name, type, rarity, stats
- User inventory: user_id, item_id, quantity, equipped
- Item dependencies and unlock conditions
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- XP transaction history
- Achievement unlocks and timestamps
- Level-up events and rewards
4️⃣ Avatar System (M1) ℹ️
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- Research Ready Player Me integration
- Test VRM format compatibility
- Or build custom avatar with Three.js/Babylon
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- Body type selection
- Face/hair customization
- Color palette and skin tones
- Preview in 3D with rotation
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- Load 3D models efficiently (LOD, streaming)
- Lighting and material setup
- Performance optimization for multiple avatars
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- Idle, walk, celebrate animations
- Blend between animation states
- Emote system (wave, dance, etc.)
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- Serialize customization to JSON
- Store in database with versioning
- Sync across devices
5️⃣ Progression Core (M2) ℹ️
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- Define XP values for site actions
- Create XP transaction service
- Add multipliers for special events
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- Define level curve (e.g., XP = 100 * level^2)
- Level-up detection and rewards
- Level caps and prestige system
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- Define achievement catalog
- Trigger conditions and tracking
- Notification on unlock
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- Define stat types (strength, wisdom, etc.)
- Stat growth on level up
- Stat bonuses from equipment
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- XP bar with current/next level
- Stats display with breakdowns
- Achievement showcase
6️⃣ Inventory, Items & Gear (M3) ℹ️
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- Item types: clothing, accessories, tools
- Rarity tiers (common → legendary)
- Stat modifiers and effects
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- Grid or list view UI
- Sorting and filtering
- Item stacking for consumables
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- Equipment slots (head, body, weapon, etc.)
- Drag-and-drop to equip
- Live avatar preview with gear
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- Upgrade costs and materials
- Success rates and failures
- Max upgrade levels per item
7️⃣ Shop & Economy (M4) ℹ️
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- Earned currency (gameplay rewards)
- Premium currency (optional, ethical)
- Transaction logging for audit
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- Item browsing with filters
- Preview items on avatar
- Purchase confirmation flow
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- Daily deals and rotations
- Seasonal events
- No FOMO exploitation
8️⃣ Sitewide Integration Hooks (M5) ℹ️
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- Page visits, content creation
- Social interactions (comments, likes)
- Completing tutorials or milestones
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- Profile pages
- Comment sections
- Leaderboards
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- Level ups and achievements
- New items available
- Non-intrusive toasts
🔧 GitHub Features — Concrete Implementation ℹ️
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- Create project board with table, kanban, roadmap views
- Add custom fields: Priority (High/Med/Low), Phase (M1-M6), Effort (S/M/L/XL)
- Set up automation: auto-move issues to "In Progress" when PR linked
- Create sprints with iteration field
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- CI workflow: run tests on every PR
- Linting workflow: ESLint, Prettier, type checks
- Deploy workflow: auto-deploy to staging on merge to develop
- Release workflow: semantic versioning, changelog generation
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- Set up docs/ directory with Jekyll or Docusaurus
- Auto-deploy docs on push to main
- Include API reference, guides, and contributing docs
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- Require PR reviews before merge
- Require passing CI checks
- PR template with checklist and testing notes
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- Enable discussions with categories: Q&A, Ideas, Show & Tell
- Pin important threads (roadmap, contributing guide)
- Use discussions for RFC process
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- Enable Dependabot for automated dependency updates
- Configure CodeQL for security scanning
- Set up security advisories and vulnerability disclosure policy
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- Use semantic versioning (semver)
- Auto-generate release notes from PR titles
- Attach build artifacts to releases
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- Type: bug, feature, docs, refactor, test
- Priority: critical, high, medium, low
- Status: blocked, needs-review, ready-to-merge
- Area: avatars, progression, inventory, shop
🧪 Testing Strategy ℹ️
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- XP calculation functions
- Level-up logic
- Inventory operations
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- Avatar CRUD endpoints
- Progression tracking
- Shop transactions
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- Avatar creation flow
- Earning XP and leveling up
- Purchasing and equipping items
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- 3D rendering performance
- API response times under load
- Database query optimization
🔒 Security & Safety ℹ️
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- Validate all user inputs on client and server
- Sanitize display names, descriptions
- Prevent XSS and injection attacks
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- Rate limit API endpoints
- Detect and prevent XP farming
- CAPTCHA for sensitive actions
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- Secure session management
- JWT or OAuth implementation
- Role-based access control
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- Report system for inappropriate content
- Automated flagging with manual review
- Clear community guidelines
🚀 Deployment & Operations ℹ️
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- Mirror production configuration
- Test deployments before prod
- Seed with test data
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- Zero-downtime deployments
- Automated rollback on errors
- Database migration strategy
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- Application performance monitoring
- Error tracking and logging
- Uptime monitoring and alerts