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Caliper Changelog

Track all updates, new features, and improvements to the Caliper Assessment Platform.

Version 2.5.0 - September 15, 2025​

🎯 New Features​

PAT Moderation Export Enhancements​

  • Smart File Management: Moderation packages now include only the latest marked submission per phase
  • Coordinated Navigation:
    • Selecting a PDF automatically switches to the corresponding phase assessment
    • Phase navigation updates the PDF viewer
    • Visual feedback highlights the connection
  • Auto-Collapse Summary: Header summary automatically collapses when scrolling for maximum workspace
  • Sorted Document List: Phase documents are properly ordered (Phase 1, 2, 3, 4.1, 4.2)

💡 Improvements​

User Interface​

  • Compact Phase Headers: Reduced size while maintaining readability
  • Better Visual Hierarchy: Improved typography and spacing
  • Status Badges: Clear visual indicators for submission status
  • Keyboard Navigation:
    • Arrow keys to navigate phases
    • Tab/Shift+Tab for phase switching
    • Ctrl+S for quick save
    • Number keys (1-4) for direct phase access

Performance​

  • Optimized file selection logic
  • Reduced moderation package size
  • Faster page transitions

📚 Documentation​

  • New help system architecture implemented
  • MDX-based documentation for rich content
  • Searchable help articles
  • Role-based documentation

Version 2.4.0 - September 10, 2025​

🎯 New Features​

Comment Generation System​

  • Upload Excel files for bulk comment generation
  • AI-powered personalized comments
  • Template management system
  • Multi-format export (Excel, PDF, CSV)

PAT Multi-Phase Assessment​

  • Create comprehensive PAT assessments
  • Link multiple phases to single assessment
  • Automated report generation
  • GitHub integration for report storage

💡 Improvements​

Data Management​

  • Teacher data overview dashboard
  • Cleanup suggestions
  • Export functionality
  • Storage optimization

Version 2.3.0 - August 25, 2025​

🎯 New Features​

API Authentication System​

  • Bearer token authentication
  • Teacher-controlled API keys
  • Safe fallback to existing auth
  • Zero lockout risk

Enhanced Dashboard Analytics​

  • Comprehensive teacher dashboard
  • Real-time statistics
  • Performance metrics
  • Submission tracking

🐛 Bug Fixes​

  • Fixed submission status tracking
  • Resolved PDF viewer issues
  • Corrected rubric scoring calculations

Version 2.2.0 - August 1, 2025​

🎯 New Features​

Fast Mark Facility​

  • Rapid assessment interface
  • Bulk marking capabilities
  • Quick feedback options

GitHub Classroom Integration​

  • Automatic repository creation
  • Submission synchronization
  • Version control for assignments

💡 Improvements​

  • Enhanced PDF viewer
  • Better mobile responsiveness
  • Improved error handling

How to Use This Changelog​

Each version includes:

  • 🎯 New Features: Major additions to functionality
  • 💡 Improvements: Enhancements to existing features
  • 🐛 Bug Fixes: Resolved issues
  • 📚 Documentation: Updates to help content
Features marked with 🔥 are highly requested by users

Upcoming Features​

Mobile application for learners
Advanced rubric builder with AI suggestions
Peer review system
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