== Changelog ==

= 1.2.1 = 2024-10-21 =

- Fixed issue with text domain
- Removed closing PHP tags from all PHP files to comply with PSR-2 standards.

= 1.2 = 2024-10-20 =

- Eliminated use of HEREDOC and NOWDOC syntax to enhance compatibility and security.
- Sanitized and validated all user inputs including GET, POST, REQUEST, and FILE calls.
- Improved nonce verification to ensure safer handling by using wp_unslash() and sanitize_text_field().
- Updated function, class, and define names to use unique prefixes (qapl_) to prevent conflicts.
- Added checks to prevent direct file access by adding if ( ! defined( 'ABSPATH' ) ) exit; in all PHP files.
- Optimized several functions for better performance, reducing redundant database queries and improving load times.
- Updated hooks and actions to use properly namespaced prefixes to avoid conflicts.
- Removed redundant code blocks and enhanced logic for improved maintainability.
- Fixed minor bugs related to form submission and data handling.

== Upgrade Notice ==
= 1.2 = 2024-10-20 =
- Update recommended: This version introduces significant security enhancements, code optimizations, and prefix changes to prevent compatibility issues.

= 1.1.1 = 2024-08-02 =
- Optimized script loading to only load `quick-ajax-script` on the frontend, improving performance and avoiding unnecessary loading in the admin area.

= 1.1 = 2024-08-01 =
- Improved Template File Overriding Hierarchy: Updated the template file search and merge mechanism to ensure that files from the child theme take precedence over those from the parent theme and the plugin. Introduced a mapping of file names to their paths, allowing only the most recent versions of template files to be retained.
- Optimized Template File Search: Enhanced the `find_template_files` function to utilize `glob` for handling search patterns. This allows for efficient searching of template files matching specific patterns.
- Adopted Recommended Functions for JSON Data Handling: Replaced direct calls to `json_encode` with `wp_json_encode` in accordance with WordPress standards, improving compatibility and security of JSON data.
- Safer File Operations: Replaced the use of `fopen` with the WordPress Filesystem API, using `WP_Filesystem` for file operations. This ensures greater compatibility with different hosting configurations and enhances security.
- Enhanced Output Security: All outputs generated by `wp_trim_excerpt` and `__` functions have been properly secured using functions like `esc_html` or `wp_kses`, ensuring compliance with WordPress security guidelines and protection against potential XSS attacks.
- Optimized Code Structure: Enhanced code performance and maintainability through structured optimizations.
- Improved Security Measures: Strengthened security protocols and addressed vulnerabilities to bolster code safety.
- Support for new shortcode attributes: `post_type`, `posts_per_page`, `order`, `orderby`, and `post_status`. These attributes can now be set through shortcode parameters.
- Added 'Ignore Sticky Posts' Option: Introduced a new option to the plugin settings that allows users to ignore sticky posts in the WP_Query.



= 1.0.1 - 2024-03-20 =
- Fixed the loader icon bug.
- Improved translations for the Polish language.

= 1.0 - 2024-03-13 =
- Initial release.

== Upgrade Notice ==

= 1.1 =
Major update: Introduces improvements to template file handling, JSON data processing, and output security. Updating is strongly recommended to benefit from these enhancements.

= 1.0.1 =
Update recommended: Fixes the loader icon bug and improves Polish translations. Released on 2024-03-20.

= 1.0 =
Welcome to the first release of the plugin! Enjoy the new features and improvements. Released on 2024-03-13.