Mod Changelog - Versions 1.21 & 1.21.1

UI & Visual Enhancements

• Redesigned and improved configuration screen, offering a sleek and more intuitive interface.
• Custom widgets inspired by Mojang's existing UI elements for a seamless and familiar experience.
• Fully restyled icons, delivering a modern and polished look.

HUD Improvements

• Enhanced HUD interaction—visibility of XP bar icons now dynamically affects the overall interface behavior.

Performance & Code Optimization

• Major code refactoring to ensure optimal performance and efficiency across all systems.

v0.2.1 - BETA | Network & Rendering Overhaul

Core Changes

• Added dual-mode operation (Server Mode and Local Mode)
• Implemented automatic handshake system for mod detection
• Added 5-second timeout for server updates before switching to local mode

Network Improvements

• New payload registration system compatible with Minecraft 1.21 / 1.21.1
• Server now initiates handshake when players join
• Improved network efficiency with 2-tick update intervals

Rendering Fixes

• Complete rendering logic overhaul
• Fixed player position sorting and display issues
• Improved handling of edge cases in both modes

New Features

• Added server compatibility detection
• Configurable distance-based fading
• Automatic fallback to local detection when needed

Bug Fixes

• Fixed all compilation errors from previous version
• Resolved variable scope conflicts
• Corrected player visibility checks
• Fixed timeout detection logic

Configuration Updates

• Added new config options for fade distances
• Added force local mode option
• Maintained backward compatibility with old configs

Optimizations

• Reduced network overhead
• Improved client-side caching
• Better connection state handling

Known Issues

• Player visibility may still be limited on some servers in local mode
• Initial detection may take 1-2 seconds after joining

Migration Notes

• Servers need v0.2.1 - BETA for full functionality
• Clients automatically handle fallback to local mode
• Existing configs remain compatible but gain new options

🖥️ Customizable Interface

• Rounded icons representing players.
• Dynamic colors with join animations.
• Stylized borders with smooth gradients.
• Smooth animations using lerp.
• Height indicator (arrow showing if a player is above or below).
• Progressive transparency based on distance (fades at 100 blocks, nearly invisible at 5000).
• Option to display the player’s head instead of a colored icon.

🎮 Enhanced User Experience

• Smooth movements with interpolation.
• "Show Names" mode when pressing Tab.
• Automatic adjustment of the experience and status bars when interacting with the HUD.

📡 Server Synchronization

• Real-time location tracking of other players in the bar.
• Detect nearby players without needing a minimap.
• Supports official and TL Skin skins.
• Persistent data storage for players outside render distance.

⚙️ Advanced Configuration

• Complete settings menu (F8).
• Modify some of active functions.
• Coming JSON configuration editor (Experimental and maybe not functional).

• HUD bar implementation above the experience bar.
• Player tracking system with position-based icon placement.
• Dynamic icon scaling based on distance and screen edges.
• Smooth animations for icon movement.
• Height difference indicators with arrows.
• Basic skin support (official skins only).
• Performance optimizations for real-time tracking.

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