xF2 Eklenti Quiz System PRO - Gamification, Analytics, Certificate & User Engagement 1.5.3

Update Highlights:This release focuses on refining the user experience based on community feedback. We have improved the code structure, polished the UI, and verified compatibility with the latest XenForo versions.

Changelog:

• Improved User Experience (Free Users): We have removed the intrusive overlay popup for free users. Limits are now handled more gracefully without interrupting navigation.
• Visual Fixes: Fixed a graphical issue where icons in Quiz Results were not displaying correctly. The layout is now consistent.
• Category View Restored: Restored the classic, highly appreciated graphical style for the Category Grid (white cards with gradient icons and "Open Category" buttons).
• Admin Analytics Teaser: Admins without a Pro license can now see a preview of the Analytics section in the Quiz Index (displayed with a blurred visual effect), while Pro users get full access.
• Template & Code Updates: Fixed specific bugs within the template code and updated the syntax to fully comply with XenForo 2.3.9 specifications.
• Performance: General code refactoring, optimization, and cleanup for better performance and stability.

This is a major stability release. We have combined the core rewrite of 1.5.0 with immediate logic improvements from 1.5.1 to ensure a rock-solid experience for both new users and existing communities.

• Background Processing: Notifications are now processed via the Job Manager queue. This ensures that creating a quiz is instant—even if you have thousands of followers—without slowing down the page load.
• Follower Alerts: When a user creates a quiz, their followers will now correctly receive an alert.
• Fixed previous SQL errors related to alert delivery.
• Fixed "Page Not Found": We resolved a critical issue where fresh installations (clean installs) would result in 404 errors. The routing system now uses a standardized structure, ensuring compatibility with all server environments.
• Mandatory Category: It is no longer possible to create a quiz without selecting a category. The system throws a clear error message instead of creating "orphan" quizzes.
• Duplicate Prevention: Added a check to prevent accidental double submissions (e.g., double-clicking save) that resulted in duplicate quizzes.
• Free Version: Works out-of-the-box without errors. No license key is required to play (includes footer branding).
• PRO Version: Inserting your license key instantly unlocks advanced features (Charts, Certificates, White-labeling, etc.).
• Added proper canonical tags to Quiz View templates to prevent duplicate content issues and improve SEO.
• Verified full compatibility with XenForo 2.3.8.

This is a major stability release. We have rewritten core parts of the installer and routing system to ensure a smooth experience for both new users and existing communities.

Changelog & Key Features

Fixed "Page Not Found" on Clean Installs
We resolved a critical issue where fresh installations (not upgrades) would result in 404 errors due to missing route definitions. The routing system now uses a standardized routes.xml structure, ensuring compatibility with all environments.

Notifications Restored
The "New Quiz" alert system is back!

• When a user creates a quiz, their followers will now correctly receive an alert.
• The notification logic has been moved to a dedicated Handler for better performance.

Smarter "Free vs Pro" Logic

• Free Version: Works out-of-the-box without errors. No license key required to play. (Includes footer branding).
• PRO Version: Inserting your license key instantly unlocks advanced features (Advanced graphics, Charts, Certificates etc..)

SEO & Technical Improvements

• Added proper canonical tags to Quiz View templates to prevent duplicate content issues.
• Verified full compatibility with XenForo 2.3.8.

This release focuses entirely on visibility and search engine optimization. Version 1.4.9 ensures your Quizzes are properly indexed and fully integrated into the XenForo ecosystem.

What's New?
1. Full XML Sitemap Integration
Your quizzes are no longer hidden from search engines!

• Quizzes are now automatically added to the XenForo XML Sitemap.
• Includes proper lastmod dates for better indexing.
• Fully compatible with the Tools > Rebuild sitemap system.

2. SEO Friendly URLs (Canonical)
We have standardized the URL structure for better ranking.

• New canonical links: quizzes/your-quiz-title.10/
• The installer automatically sets up the necessary Route Filters for you.

This release brings a unique visual touch and a massive overhaul to the Notification System. We focused on stability, performance, and pure style.

New "Italian Style" PRO Widget We have reimagined the sidebar widget for PRO users with a touch of class:

• Phantom Tricolor Animation: A subtle, vertical bar featuring the Italian flag colors. It doesn't just sit there; it breathes with a misty, sparkling pixel effect that fades in and out.
• Clean & Frameless: We removed the heavy headers for a modern, cleaner look.
• Dynamic UI: The progress bar now features a fresh Cyan-to-Aqua gradient, and interactions are smoother than ever.

Rebuilt Notification System

• Zero Errors: Removed the legacy News Feed handler to eliminate log warnings.
• Smart Alerts: Notifications are now handled by a dedicated Alert Handler.
• User Choice: Added a native "Opt-Out" preference. Users can now disable "New Quiz" alerts directly from their account settings.

Technical Improvements

• Code cleanup: Removed deprecated content types and unused templates.
• Fixed permissions and edge cases for deleted quizzes.
• Optimized queries for the leaderboard.