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Homepage.dev Implementation Checklist

Standalone Platform Development - 20-Week Production Timeline

📋 Overview

This checklist covers the complete 20-week implementation of Homepage.dev as a standalone platform with independent Clerk authentication, dedicated Convex projects, and purpose-built infrastructure for real-time collaboration.

Key Changes from Original Plan:

  • ✅ Standalone Clerk Authentication (not multi-tenant)
  • ✅ 20-week realistic timeline (not 8 weeks)
  • ✅ Three-project Convex architecture for maximum scalability
  • ✅ Independent platform strategy for unlimited growth

📖 Supporting Documentation:

Phase 1: Foundation & Real-time Infrastructure (Weeks 1-4)

Week 1: Standalone Platform Setup

Clerk Authentication Setup

  • Create standalone Clerk instance for homepage.dev
    • Set up development environment (homepage-dev)
    • Set up production environment (homepage-production)
    • Configure custom domain (homepage.dev)
    • Document Clerk configuration in CLAUDE.md

Organization & User Management

  • Configure Clerk organizations for teams
    • Set up team tier (max 50 members)
    • Set up enterprise tier (unlimited members)
    • Define role hierarchy (viewer, editor, admin, developer)
    • Configure organization permissions

Billing Integration

  • Set up standalone billing system
    • Integrate with Stripe/billing provider
    • Configure subscription tiers (free, pro, team, enterprise)
    • Set up webhook handling for subscription events
    • Create billing dashboard interface

Week 2: Three-Project Convex Architecture

Homepage Auth Project (NEW)

  • Initialize Convex project for authentication

    • Create new project: npx convex init in /convex-projects/homepage-auth
    • Document deployment ID and environment setup
    • Configure environment variables

  • Implement user management schema

    • Users table with Clerk integration
    • Organizations table with settings
    • User roles and permissions
    • Subscription and billing data

  • Build Clerk webhook handlers

    • User created/updated/deleted webhooks
    • Organization created/updated/deleted webhooks
    • Session management webhooks
    • Error handling and retry logic

Homepage Core Project (NEW)

  • Initialize Convex project for real-time engine

    • Create new project: npx convex init in /convex-projects/homepage-core
    • Set up cross-project authentication
    • Configure real-time subscriptions

  • Create core schemas

    • Homepage configurations with collaboration state
    • Module states and real-time data
    • Activity feed and audit logs
    • Inter-module communication tables

Homepage Marketplace Project (NEW)

  • Initialize Convex project for module ecosystem

    • Create new project: npx convex init in /convex-projects/homepage-marketplace
    • Set up module registry schemas
    • Configure developer analytics

  • Build marketplace infrastructure

    • Module metadata and versioning
    • Installation tracking
    • Review and rating system
    • Revenue and analytics

Week 3: Real-time Collaboration Foundation

WebSocket Connection Manager

  • Implement real-time connection system
    • Connection lifecycle management
    • Automatic reconnection with exponential backoff
    • Connection state indicators
    • Multi-project connection coordination

Optimistic Updates System

  • Build local state management
    • Pending updates queue
    • Conflict detection algorithms
    • Rollback mechanisms
    • Version vector tracking

Collaborative Grid System

  • Implement real-time grid layout
    • Grid state synchronization across users
    • Module position updates with conflict resolution
    • Resize event handling
    • Lock/unlock mechanism for editing

Week 4: Advanced Collaboration Features

User Presence System

  • Build presence indicators
    • Active user avatars
    • User status (editing, viewing, idle)
    • User count display
    • Hover tooltips with user info

Cursor Tracking

  • Implement live cursor system
    • Mouse position broadcasting
    • Cursor rendering for other users
    • User color assignment
    • Idle state detection and cleanup

Module Communication Framework

  • Create inter-module messaging
    • Message protocol definition
    • Publisher/subscriber pattern
    • Message queuing and delivery
    • Error handling and retry logic

Phase 2: Core Module Ecosystem (Weeks 5-10)

Week 5-6: Essential Productivity Modules

Enhanced Bookmarks Module

  • Core bookmark functionality

    • Bookmark CRUD operations
    • Folder organization with drag-drop
    • Import from 15+ browser sources
    • Favicon fetching and caching
    • Dead link detection service

  • Collaboration features

    • Real-time bookmark sync
    • Shared bookmark folders
    • Team bookmark collections
    • Usage analytics and insights

Real-time Chat Module

  • Chat infrastructure

    • Message sending/receiving
    • User presence in chat
    • Typing indicators
    • Message history and search

  • Advanced features

    • Emoji reactions
    • File sharing integration
    • Thread conversations
    • Notification preferences

  • Link management system

    • Frequently accessed sites tracking
    • Custom icons and naming
    • Keyboard shortcuts
    • Usage analytics

  • Smart features

    • Auto-detection of usage patterns
    • Smart suggestions
    • Team-shared quick links
    • Performance metrics

Search Module

  • Multi-engine search
    • Google, Bing, DuckDuckGo integration
    • Search history and suggestions
    • Custom search engines
    • Quick search shortcuts

Week 7-8: Data & External Integration Modules

Stock Ticker Module

  • Market data integration

    • Real-time stock price updates
    • WebSocket connection to financial APIs
    • Price change animations
    • Multiple exchange support

  • Portfolio features

    • Watchlist management
    • Chart integration
    • Alert thresholds
    • Performance tracking

Weather Module

  • Location-based weather
    • Current conditions display
    • 7-day forecast
    • Multiple location support
    • Severe weather alerts

News Aggregation Module

  • News feed system
    • RSS feed integration
    • Multiple news source support
    • Category filtering
    • Real-time updates

File Sharing Module

  • File management

    • Drag-and-drop upload
    • File type support and previews
    • Temporary sharing links
    • Team file repositories

  • Collaboration features

    • Version control
    • Access permissions
    • File commenting
    • Integration with cloud storage

Week 9-10: Advanced Productivity Features

Tasks/Todo Module

  • Task management

    • Task creation and editing
    • Due dates and reminders
    • Priority levels
    • Category organization

  • Team collaboration

    • Shared task lists
    • Task assignment
    • Progress tracking
    • Team notifications

Calendar Integration Module

  • Calendar display
    • Google Calendar integration
    • Outlook integration
    • Event creation and editing
    • Multiple calendar support

Notes Module

  • Note-taking system
    • Rich text editing
    • Markdown support
    • Real-time collaborative editing
    • Note organization and search

Timer/Pomodoro Module

  • Productivity timers
    • Pomodoro technique timer
    • Custom timer intervals
    • Break reminders
    • Productivity statistics

Phase 3: Platform & Developer SDK (Weeks 11-16)

Week 11-12: Module Marketplace Foundation

Module Discovery Interface

  • Marketplace UI

    • Module browsing and search
    • Category navigation
    • Featured modules section
    • Sorting and filtering options

  • Installation system

    • One-click module installation
    • Dependency resolution
    • Version management
    • Update notifications

Rating and Review System

  • Review infrastructure

    • Star ratings (1-5)
    • Written reviews
    • Review moderation system
    • Developer response capability

  • Review features

    • Helpful votes
    • Review sorting and filtering
    • Verified reviewer badges
    • Review analytics

Developer Analytics Dashboard

  • Analytics system
    • Module usage statistics
    • User engagement metrics
    • Revenue tracking
    • Performance monitoring

Week 13-14: Developer SDK v1.0

TypeScript SDK Core

  • Core SDK framework
    • Module base class implementation
    • Complete type definitions
    • API client with authentication
    • Event system and emitters

Real-time Hooks and APIs

  • React hooks for real-time features
    • useModuleState hook
    • useSharedState hook
    • useModuleMessage hook
    • usePresence hook
    • useActivity hook

Module Development CLI

  • Development tools
    • Project scaffolding (npx @homepage/create-module)
    • Development server with hot reload
    • Build pipeline and optimization
    • Testing command suite
    • Publishing workflow

Testing Framework

  • Module testing tools
    • Unit test helpers and mocks
    • Integration test suite
    • Mock Convex client
    • Performance benchmarking tools
    • E2E test examples

Week 15-16: Advanced Platform Features

Module Templates and Composition

  • Template system
    • Pre-built module templates
    • Module composition framework
    • Template marketplace
    • Custom template creation

Automation and Workflow System

  • Workflow engine
    • Zapier-style automation
    • Trigger and action system
    • Cross-module workflows
    • Scheduled operations

AI Integration Framework

  • AI capabilities
    • LLM integration for modules
    • Smart suggestions system
    • Content generation tools
    • AI-powered analytics

Public Homepage Sharing

  • Sharing system
    • Public homepage URLs
    • SEO optimization
    • Social media previews
    • Analytics for shared pages

Phase 4: Enterprise Features & Production Launch (Weeks 17-20)

Week 17-18: Enterprise Features & Team Workspaces

Advanced Team Management

  • Enterprise workspace features
    • Advanced team workspace management
    • Multi-level organization hierarchy
    • Department and team subdivision
    • Bulk user management

SSO Integration

  • Enterprise authentication
    • SAML 2.0 integration
    • OAuth provider support
    • Active Directory integration
    • User provisioning and deprovisioning

Audit Logging and Compliance

  • Enterprise compliance
    • Comprehensive audit logging
    • GDPR compliance tools
    • SOC2 compliance features
    • Data retention policies

Advanced Permissions

  • Enterprise security
    • Granular permission system
    • Role-based access control (RBAC)
    • Module access restrictions
    • Data loss prevention (DLP)

Admin Dashboard

  • Enterprise administration
    • Organization analytics
    • User management interface
    • Security monitoring
    • Billing and subscription management

Week 19-20: Production Launch & Optimization

Performance Optimization

  • System optimization
    • Database query optimization
    • CDN configuration and caching
    • Bundle size optimization
    • Lazy loading implementation
    • Memory usage optimization

Load Testing and Scaling

  • Performance validation
    • 10K concurrent user load testing
    • Stress testing scenarios
    • Performance metrics collection
    • Bottleneck identification and resolution
    • Auto-scaling configuration

Security Audit

  • Security validation
    • Penetration testing
    • Vulnerability assessment
    • Security configuration review
    • Code security audit
    • Compliance verification

Production Deployment

  • Launch preparation
    • Production environment setup
    • DNS configuration
    • SSL certificate installation
    • Backup and disaster recovery
    • Monitoring and alerting setup

Launch Execution

  • Go-to-market execution
    • Beta user onboarding
    • Performance monitoring
    • Bug tracking and resolution
    • User feedback collection
    • Rapid iteration and fixes

🎯 Success Criteria

Technical Metrics

  • Real-time Sync: <100ms latency globally achieved
  • System Reliability: 99.9% uptime maintained
  • Scalability: Support for 10K+ concurrent users
  • Performance: <3s page load time consistently
  • Data Integrity: Zero data loss incidents

User Experience Metrics

  • Engagement: 60% daily active users
  • Session Quality: 15-minute average session duration
  • Reliability: <1% error rate
  • Satisfaction: 4.5+ star average rating
  • Retention: 80% weekly retention rate

Platform Metrics

  • Module Ecosystem: 50+ modules published at launch
  • Developer Adoption: 25+ active module developers
  • Community Engagement: 500+ reviews submitted
  • User Growth: 5K+ total users at launch
  • Enterprise Traction: 10+ enterprise pilot customers

Business Metrics

  • Timeline Achievement: 20-week production launch on schedule
  • Budget Compliance: Development within $1M budget
  • Market Validation: Clear product-market fit signals
  • Revenue Foundation: Subscription billing system operational
  • Team Success: High development team satisfaction

🚀 Next Steps After Launch

Immediate Post-Launch (Weeks 21-24)

  • Monitor all success metrics and KPIs
  • Address user feedback and bug reports
  • Scale infrastructure based on usage
  • Expand module marketplace
  • Begin enterprise sales program

Phase 5: Growth and Expansion (Months 6-12)

  • Mobile application development
  • Advanced AI features
  • International expansion
  • Enterprise customer acquisition
  • Platform partnerships and integrations

🎯 This checklist ensures Homepage.dev achieves its "Notion moment" with a production-ready standalone platform that can scale to millions of users while maintaining world-class real-time collaboration.

📖 Next Steps:

Last Updated: January 2025

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Homepage.dev Implementation Checklist📋 OverviewPhase 1: Foundation & Real-time Infrastructure (Weeks 1-4)Week 1: Standalone Platform SetupClerk Authentication SetupOrganization & User ManagementBilling IntegrationWeek 2: Three-Project Convex ArchitectureHomepage Auth Project (NEW)Homepage Core Project (NEW)Homepage Marketplace Project (NEW)Week 3: Real-time Collaboration FoundationWebSocket Connection ManagerOptimistic Updates SystemCollaborative Grid SystemWeek 4: Advanced Collaboration FeaturesUser Presence SystemCursor TrackingModule Communication FrameworkPhase 2: Core Module Ecosystem (Weeks 5-10)Week 5-6: Essential Productivity ModulesEnhanced Bookmarks ModuleReal-time Chat ModuleQuick Links ModuleSearch ModuleWeek 7-8: Data & External Integration ModulesStock Ticker ModuleWeather ModuleNews Aggregation ModuleFile Sharing ModuleWeek 9-10: Advanced Productivity FeaturesTasks/Todo ModuleCalendar Integration ModuleNotes ModuleTimer/Pomodoro ModulePhase 3: Platform & Developer SDK (Weeks 11-16)Week 11-12: Module Marketplace FoundationModule Discovery InterfaceRating and Review SystemDeveloper Analytics DashboardWeek 13-14: Developer SDK v1.0TypeScript SDK CoreReal-time Hooks and APIsModule Development CLITesting FrameworkWeek 15-16: Advanced Platform FeaturesModule Templates and CompositionAutomation and Workflow SystemAI Integration FrameworkPublic Homepage SharingPhase 4: Enterprise Features & Production Launch (Weeks 17-20)Week 17-18: Enterprise Features & Team WorkspacesAdvanced Team ManagementSSO IntegrationAudit Logging and ComplianceAdvanced PermissionsAdmin DashboardWeek 19-20: Production Launch & OptimizationPerformance OptimizationLoad Testing and ScalingSecurity AuditProduction DeploymentLaunch Execution🎯 Success CriteriaTechnical MetricsUser Experience MetricsPlatform MetricsBusiness Metrics🚀 Next Steps After LaunchImmediate Post-Launch (Weeks 21-24)Phase 5: Growth and Expansion (Months 6-12)