Explore Page Implementation: Filtering, Search, and Trending Posts #6
Description
Summary
This issue outlines the implementation of the Explore page with advanced filtering, search functionality, and trending posts. The goal is to enhance content discoverability and user engagement by providing a structured and efficient way to explore posts and users.
Feature Enhancements & Implementation Details
1. Explore Page Layout and Content Display
- The Explore page should display all available posts along with trending posts.
- Implement a dynamic layout that organizes content effectively, similar to Instagram’s explore feature.
- The page should be visually appealing, responsive, and optimized for performance.
2. Filtering Functionality
- Introduce a topic-based filtering system with topic headers in a span container.
- Clicking a topic should filter the displayed posts based on the associated tags.
- Ensure the UI updates in real time without requiring a page refresh.
- Filters should also apply to users, allowing searches based on usernames and emails.
3. Search Functionality
- Add a search bar at the top of the Explore page for easy navigation.
- Users should be able to search for:
- Posts by title, or tags.
- Users by username or email.
- Display search results in categorized sections:
- Posts → Shows posts relevant to the search query.
- Users → Displays users matching the search query.
- Ensure search queries are processed efficiently to optimize performance.
4. Trending Posts Section
- Implement a section that highlights trending posts based on:
- The number of likes, comments, and shares.
- The recency of engagement.
- Ensure trending posts update dynamically to reflect the latest popular content.
5. Pagination and Infinite Scroll
- Implement either:
- Pagination: Dividing posts into pages for structured navigation.
- Infinite Scroll: Automatically loading more posts as the user scrolls down.
- Ensure smooth performance and prevent excessive database queries.
- Optimize backend queries to retrieve posts efficiently.
Expected Outcomes
- Users can easily discover trending and relevant content.
- Search and filtering provide a structured way to explore posts and users.
- The interface remains smooth and user-friendly, even with a large volume of posts.
- Efficient backend queries ensure optimal performance.
Additional Considerations
- Optimize database queries to prevent performance bottlenecks.
- Implement necessary API endpoints where required.
- Maintain a clean and intuitive UI for the Explore page.
Priority: High
Status: Open for development
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- Frontend = VITE_API_BASE_URL
- Backend = MONGO_URI