Weekly OJT blog

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       On Monday, May 5, I focused on exposing the locally hosted AI to the internet by configuring network settings, adjusting firewall permissions, and testing secure access methods. Multiple approaches were explored to balance external accessibility with strong security measures. The work progressed steadily throughout the day and was successfully completed without encountering any blockers.

     During Week 11, April 21–25, the focus was on enhancing AI accessibility and refining the franchise details section. On Monday, efforts centered on making the Ollama local server accessible online by configuring network settings and testing external access. Additionally, improvements were made to the franchise details news and reviews layout for better consistency and responsiveness. A brief power interruption caused some delay but did not halt progress entirely.      Tuesday was dedicated to further refining the franchise details section, enhancing dynamic content loading, optimizing CSS for faster performance, and improving accessibility with semantic HTML. Team feedback was incorporated smoothly, and the implementation proceeded without blockers.      Midweek, attention shifted back to exposing the local AI server to the internet. This involved configuring port forwarding, firewall settings, and testing reverse proxy solutions. Rese...

     During Week 10, from April 14 to 15, significant strides were made in both backend functionality and SEO enhancements. On Monday, Ollama was successfully run with LLaMA 3 on a MacBook, enabling offline local AI capabilities that add robust, on-device intelligence to the project. Additionally, the static branddetails.html page was converted into a dynamic PHP file, allowing for flexible content rendering and improved metadata control. This conversion significantly boosts scalability and SEO potential for individual brand pages. Both tasks were completed smoothly without any blockers.      Tuesday’s focus was on optimizing the News and Reviews section to improve search engine performance. This involved refining meta tags, restructuring the content hierarchy, and enhancing keyword relevance to increase visibility in search results. The updates were thoroughly tested and verified, and no blockers were encountered.

       Week 9, covering April 7–11, was a dynamic mix of UI improvements, technical research, and event documentation. On Monday, the team improved the search bar design to enhance user interaction by refining placeholder text, input alignment, and ensuring responsiveness across various screen sizes. These enhancements were thoroughly tested across multiple browsers and completed without any blockers.      Tuesday was focused on preparing materials for an upcoming presentation and refining other design elements. Efforts centered on maintaining consistent color schemes and adjusting UI spacing across different modules, successfully completing all planned improvements without issues.      Midweek, the focus shifted toward researching self-hosted AI solutions, particularly related to LLaMA. Concurrently, refinements were made to the progress bar design to create a smoother user experience. Adjustments were tested and well documented, with n...

       Week 8, spanning March 31 to April 3, focused on finalizing key page designs and conducting thorough quality assurance to prepare for stable deployment. On Monday, efforts were centered on completing the “Who We Are” page. This involved aligning content correctly, refining layout spacing, and enhancing responsive design elements. The goal was to maintain consistency across all site pages while strictly adhering to brand guidelines. The work was completed without encountering any blockers.      Tuesday and Wednesday were dedicated to conducting in-depth QA testing for the franchise list feature. Initial reviews covered data accuracy, UI alignment, filtering functionality, and responsive behavior across different devices. Minor issues were identified and logged for correction. The next day, testing continued with a focus on edge cases and broader screen resolution compatibility. Verifications were made to ensure that all reported fixes had been c...

       Week 7, covering March 24–28, was marked by focused UI improvements, the launch of a new feature design, and successful quality assurance efforts. On Monday, work began with resolving design and layout issues on the “Collection Method” page. Enhancements aimed to create a clearer structure and provide better user guidance for selecting data collection options. These refinements followed established UI standards, ensuring consistency across the platform. The task was completed efficiently without any blockers.      On Tuesday, attention shifted to the initial design phase of the “News and Reviews” section. Contributions included wireframing layout concepts and exploring aesthetic components aligned with the overall site theme. The focus was on clarity, accessibility, and an engaging visual approach. The design process flowed smoothly without any obstacles.      Wednesday's work continued the collaborative design efforts for the “...

     Week 6, spanning March 17–21, focused on wrapping up UI refinements and launching a research initiative into web crawlers to support future automation goals. On Monday, we finalized the design of the franchise table, focusing on improved data organization and visual clarity. Adjustments were made to spacing, alignment, and overall styling to ensure consistency with other UI components. These enhancements significantly improved readability and user interaction, and the task was completed smoothly without any blockers.      Tuesday involved completing all outstanding revisions provided by Sir Mark. These included both UI refinements and functional improvements. Each point of feedback was carefully reviewed, addressed, and validated against expected standards. The revision process was efficient, and no blockers or delays were experienced.      On Wednesday, efforts shifted to research, with a focus on understanding web crawlers—specificall...

       During the week of March 10–14, development efforts centered on optimizing performance and extending Progressive Web App (PWA) capabilities across key areas of the platform. On Monday, we successfully integrated PWA functionality into the Brandlist page. This upgrade enhances the user experience by allowing the page to function more like a native app, offering improved performance and offline access. The implementation process was smooth and completed without any blockers.      On Tuesday, we extended PWA support to the “Who We Are” page. The focus was on improving loading behavior and ensuring consistent offline accessibility through well-configured service workers and caching strategies. The enhancements resulted in improved page reliability, and development proceeded efficiently without any issues.      Wednesday’s work involved implementing PWA features in the site's header and footer. These updates contribute to a more consis...

       The week of March 3–7 focused heavily on refining the user interface and aligning design elements with both usability and compliance standards. On Monday, we added new description fields to the database and updated the corresponding data structures to support these additions. Alongside this, we revised the terms and conditions as well as the privacy policy content to ensure alignment with legal and UX best practices. These updates improve user understanding and reinforce the platform’s compliance readiness. The work progressed smoothly with no blockers.      On Tuesday, we finalized remaining design elements to ensure a consistent UI across all pages. The day also included participation in a team workshop aimed at aligning ongoing development efforts. The session was productive, offering valuable feedback and clarifying design expectations, helping ensure a unified approach to the project’s visual direction.      Wednesday was d...

       Week 3, spanning February 24–28, focused on continuing interface development, refining backend interactions, and preparing content for upcoming features. On Monday, we finalized the implementation of the “View Individual Page” and began designing the “Our Collection Method” section. However, we encountered a blocker when data integration broke the layout, requiring a rework of the structure and rendering logic. While this caused a slight delay, the issue was promptly addressed to keep the new design work on track.      Tuesday was dedicated to assisting with data encoding tasks to support the franchise list. This behind-the-scenes effort was essential for ensuring that accurate and well-formatted content would appear across both the individual franchise pages and the main listings. With no blockers and a well-coordinated team effort, the workload was effectively distributed to maintain quality and consistency.      On Wednesday,...

       During the week of February 17–21, our focus shifted toward deeper integration and the buildout of key front-facing pages. On Monday, we successfully connected the backend and frontend components in collaboration with Raymond Vianzon. This integration established seamless data flow and interaction logic throughout the application, enabling dynamic features that will support user-driven actions across multiple pages. The task was completed without any blockers, setting a solid stage for further development.      Tuesday was centered around implementing the design layout for the “Who We Are” page. We paid close attention to maintaining brand consistency and ensuring responsiveness across devices. By focusing on proper alignment, structured content sections, and interaction elements, the page now provides users with a clearer understanding of the platform’s mission and background—all while adhering to branding guidelines.      On Wed...

        During the week of February 10–14, we made significant progress in laying the groundwork and enhancing the user experience for our franchise listing platform. We began on Monday by setting up the basic repository for the project and successfully deploying the initial build to the QA environment. This foundational step ensured that all necessary configurations were in place, establishing a solid structure to support future development and streamline the team's workflow.      On Tuesday, we focused on improving data presentation by implementing pagination functionality along with a loading element. This update was aimed at managing large volumes of franchise data more efficiently, providing users with a smoother and more responsive browsing experience while avoiding information overload.      Wednesday’s development introduced key visual indicators  Popular ,  New ,  Emerging , and  Featured  to each f...