Code Modernization

With any luck you won’t notice anything, but I just wrapped up a set of code modernization to make sure that the site continues to function for years to come. Admittedly again, I hadn’t done much with the underlying codebase since starting the site back in 2013, and apparently things have changed slightly since then.

What Changed

Really just updating code, but more specifically:

Security Improvements

  • Password hashing increased password security, yay!
  • Session security more secure session and cookie stuff. No monsters should be stealing your cookies.
  • Other security stuff that pretty much says it all.

Code Quality

  • It’s better now. Good enough to share with you as open source, no way, but better.

What Stays the Same

Everything you see and use remains exactly the same! This was a pure backend update with:

  • ✅ Same functionality
  • ✅ Same design
  • ✅ Same mobile experience
  • ✅ All your data preserved

Coming Soon

With the backend modernized, I’m getting ready to start the redesign phase. Stay tuned for updates on the new design!

Problems?

If you run into any issues, email me at support@filmtrackr.com.


FilmTrackr Updates

Welcome to the FilmTrackr News site - the second go around at it. This is where I’ll share news, updates, and announcements about improvements to FilmTrackr.

What to Expect

Over the coming months, I’ll be posting updates about:

  • Backend Modernization - Updates to the codebase for better security and performance
  • Frontend Redesign - A fresh design to replace the one that has been around since the beginning
  • New Features - Enhancements to help you track your film rolls even better
  • Bug Fixes - Addressing issues and improving reliability

Stay Connected

FilmTrackr has been helping photographers track their film rolls for over 13 years, though I’ve neglected it for many of those years. I’re excited to modernize the platform while keeping everything you love about it.

Happy shooting! 📷