Release v2.0.0 – Upgraded Core Dependencies

Release Date: 12-04-2025

Overview

This update primarily focuses on enhancing stability, security, and performance by updating the underlying frameworks. The key upgrades in this release include:

• Laravel Upgrade: The framework has been upgraded from Laravel 11 to Laravel 12.
• Filament Upgrade: The admin/dashboard panel has been upgraded from Filament 3.2 to Filament 3.3.

The project continues to offer the following features:

• Laravel + Tailwind + Filament stack
• Arabic and English language support
• A responsive landing page
• A dashboard featuring statistical insights
• User registration and password recovery capabilities
• Theme settings customization with Light/Dark mode support
• Roles and permissions management
• Soft deletion and task recovery

Key Changes

Laravel 12 Upgrade

• Framework Enhancements: Laravel 12 brings improvements in performance, security, and bug fixes. Review the Laravel 12 Upgrade Guide for detailed information on breaking changes, updated configurations, and new features.
• PHP Compatibility: Ensure your environment meets the updated PHP version requirements for Laravel 12 (typically PHP 8.1 or newer).
• Configuration Updates: Adjust configuration files as necessary to align with Laravel 12's default settings and conventions.

Filament 3.3 Upgrade

• Dashboard Improvements: The updated Filament package offers a more refined UI experience along with new features and bug fixes.
• Component Updates: Some dashboard components may have been enhanced or reworked; check the Filament documentation for any updated integration guidelines.

Upgrade Process

1. Backup and Branch:

   • Create a backup of your project and database.
   • Switch to a dedicated upgrade branch (e.g., upgrade/laravel12-filament3.3).

2. Update Composer Dependencies:

   • Modify your composer.json to update the version constraints:

     "require": {
         "php": "^8.2", // Ensure compatibility with Laravel 12
         "laravel/framework": "^12.0",
         "filament/filament": "^3.3",
         // ...other dependencies
     }

   • Run:

     composer update

3. Review and Adjust Code:

   • Compare your existing configuration files with the defaults in Laravel 12 and integrate necessary changes.
   • Address any deprecation notices or changes in method signatures as noted in the Laravel 12 and Filament upgrade guides.
   • Verify compatibility of custom code, middleware, service providers, and Blade templates.

4. Testing:

   • Automated Testing: Run your test suite using:

     php artisan test

   • Manual Testing: Manually verify key functionalities such as:
     • Landing page appearance
     • Dashboard statistics and UI components
     • Registration, password recovery, and theme toggling features
     • Arabic and English language support
     • Roles, permissions, and soft delete functions

5. Deployment:

   • Deploy the updated release to a staging environment for final verification.
   • Monitor logs and user feedback during a controlled rollout to production.
   • Have a rollback plan in place in case of unexpected issues.

Final Notes

• Documentation: Refer to the Laravel 12 documentation and Filament documentation for further details and migration tips.
• Community Support: For any upgrade-specific issues, consider checking community forums and channels (such as Laracasts or GitHub Issues) for additional insights.
• Future Enhancements: This update paves the way for future enhancements based on user feedback and evolving project requirements.

Thank you for your continued support. Please reach out if you have any questions or encounter issues with the upgrade!