Support configuration-based modification of data entry form and rethink schema #19
Description
Feature Overview
The data entry form should support modification based on configuration files, enabling dynamic customization without code changes. This will require:
- A system for reading and applying form field configurations (such as JSON or YAML files)
- Changes to the database/schema to accommodate dynamically defined fields
- Consideration for a less structured schema, possibly with a flexible field for capturing additional, arbitrarily structured data
Proposed Tasks
- Research suitable configuration formats and UI integration approaches
- Prototype a flexible schema (e.g., using a single 'extra_data' field for non-standard attributes)
- Update form rendering logic to respect configuration
- Test with various configuration examples
- Document configuration usage and limits
Rationale
Current static form definitions and schema reduce flexibility. This feature increases adaptability to evolving data needs and better supports user diversity.