Proposal for User Avatars and WebP Image Conversion

[Lapotor]

Description:
Currently, RadioRoster lacks a feature for users to upload avatars, impacting the personalization of user profiles. This proposal aims to enhance the user experience by implementing a feature that allows users to upload avatars.

Tasks:

1. Avatar Upload Feature:

   • Implement a user-friendly avatar upload mechanism within the user profile section.
   • Ensure that the uploaded avatars meet specified size and format requirements.

2. Image Conversion to WebP:

   • Integrate a mechanism to convert uploaded avatars to the WebP format.
   • Leverage Laravel's capabilities or external libraries to handle the conversion process efficiently.

3. Next-Gen Image Optimization:

   • Investigate and implement optimizations for serving WebP images efficiently, considering browser compatibility.
   • Update image rendering in the application to prioritize the display of WebP images when supported.

4. Database Integration:

   • Modify the database schema to store avatar information and references to WebP images.
   • Ensure seamless retrieval and association of avatars with user profiles.

Considerations:

• Security: Implement appropriate validation to prevent malicious uploads and ensure the security of user avatars.

• User Interface: Design a user-friendly interface for avatar upload, providing feedback on successful uploads and handling errors gracefully.

• Performance: Optimize the avatar upload and conversion process to minimize impact on application performance.

Additional Information:
This enhancement will contribute to a more visually appealing and personalized user experience, aligning with modern standards by adopting next-gen image formats like WebP.