ChatMCP Files

ChatMCP v0.0.71 Release Notes

🚀 What's New

📊 Data Management Layer Abstraction

• Repository Pattern: Introduced a new data abstraction layer that supports both local and remote storage with the same interface
• Local/Remote Storage: Seamlessly switch between local SQLite storage and remote API storage
• Unified Interface: ChatRepository provides consistent data operations regardless of storage type
• Factory Pattern: ChatRepositoryProvider enables easy switching between storage implementations

🔍 Enhanced Pagination & Search

• Infinite Scroll: Implemented smart infinite scroll pagination with 1-based page numbering (more intuitive)
• Keyword Search: Added real-time search functionality with debouncing for better performance
• Scroll-to-Bottom Loading: Replaced pull-to-refresh with automatic loading when scrolling near bottom
• Centralized Configuration: New PaginationConfig class manages all pagination parameters consistently
• Search Results Pagination: Search results now support the same pagination interface

🎯 Desktop Auto-Focus Enhancement

• Smart Auto-Focus: Input field automatically gains focus on desktop when:
  • Creating new chats
  • Switching between historical conversations
  • After AI response completion
  • When operations are cancelled or reset
• Platform-Aware: Auto-focus only activates on desktop platforms, preserving mobile experience
• Safe Implementation: Uses proper widget lifecycle management to prevent focus issues

🌐 Internationalization Improvements

• New Localization Keys: Added "No more data" translations for all supported languages
• Multi-Language Support: Enhanced Chinese, English, and Turkish language support
• Consistent Messaging: Replaced hardcoded strings with proper localization keys

🔧 Technical Improvements

• Enhanced DAO Methods: Added missing deleteMessages method in ChatMessageDao
• Model Conversions: Added toDb method in ChatMessage for better data conversion
• Error Handling: Improved error handling and loading state management
• Duplicate Prevention: Implemented mechanisms to prevent duplicate loading operations
• Code Organization: Better separation of concerns with Repository pattern

📁 New Files Added

• lib/repository/chat_repository.dart - Abstract repository interface
• lib/repository/local_chat_repository.dart - Local storage implementation
• lib/repository/remote_chat_repository.dart - Remote API implementation
• lib/repository/chat_repository_provider.dart - Factory and provider
• lib/config/pagination_config.dart - Centralized pagination configuration
• docs/pagination_config.md - Documentation for pagination features

🛠️ Modified Components

• ChatProvider: Updated to use Repository pattern instead of direct DAO access
• InputArea: Enhanced with FocusNode and auto-focus capabilities
• Sidebar: Implemented infinite scroll with search functionality
• ChatPage: Added auto-focus logic for better user experience

💾 Database Changes

• Enhanced ChatMessageDao with additional methods for better data management
• Improved data conversion methods for seamless local/remote storage switching

🎨 User Experience Improvements

• Smoother Navigation: Auto-focus reduces the need for manual input field clicks
• Better Search: Real-time search with debouncing provides instant feedback
• Infinite Scroll: No more manual "load more" buttons - content loads automatically
• Consistent UI: Unified pagination behavior across all chat lists

🔄 Migration Notes

• Existing local data remains compatible - no migration required
• New Repository pattern is backward compatible with existing DAO operations
• Configuration can be switched between local and remote storage at runtime

🐛 Bug Fixes

• Fixed missing method errors in ChatMessageDao
• Resolved hardcoded text issues with proper internationalization
• Improved error handling in data loading operations

Full Changelog: https://github.com/your-repo/chatmcp/compare/v0.0.70...v0.0.71

Download: Check the https://github.com/your-repo/chatmcp/releases/tag/v0.0.71 section below for platform-specific builds.