Potters.Tools Development
Potters.Tools is a personal project developed to provide useful tools for gamers. The site includes tools for Minecraft server status, Civilization 5 drafting, and League of Legends champions.
Project Overview
Potters.Tools was created as a personal project to provide a collection of useful tools for gamers. The site is built with modern web technologies and follows best practices for performance, accessibility, and SEO.
Technologies Used
- Next.js with App Router
- React with Server Components
- Tailwind CSS
- TypeScript
- Headless UI Components
Key Features
- Minecraft Server Status
- Civilization 5 Drafter
- League of Legends Tools
- GitHub Projects Integration
- Responsive Design
Development Practices
- Test-Driven Development
- Continuous Integration
- Conventional Commits
- Semantic Versioning
- Automated Testing with Cypress
Development Highlights
Performance Optimization
The site is optimized for performance with static generation, image optimization, and efficient component rendering. Core Web Vitals scores are consistently high, ensuring a smooth user experience.
API Integration
Potters.Tools integrates with various APIs including the Minecraft server API, Riot Games API for League of Legends data, and GitHub API for project information. All API calls are optimized with caching strategies to minimize load times.
Accessibility
The site is built with accessibility in mind, using semantic HTML, appropriate ARIA attributes, and keyboard navigation support. Color contrast ratios are maintained for readability, and all interactive elements are properly labeled.
Future Plans
Potters.Tools is an ongoing project with continuous improvements and new features being added. Some of the planned enhancements include:
- Additional game tools for more titles
- User accounts and personalization
- Community features such as sharing and commenting
- More detailed game stats and analytics
- Dark/light theme toggle