- Introduced a utility function to preprocess environment variables, converting empty strings, undefined, or null values to undefined for better validation in EnvSchema.
- Updated Dockerfile to set PORT and HOSTNAME environment variables for improved container configuration.
- Revised PHASE-TRACKING.md to include automated deployment verification steps, ensuring a smoother deployment process.
- Added environment variables in Dockerfile for build-time placeholders, ensuring proper static analysis during the build process.
- Updated Redis initialization in redis.ts to include lazy connection, preventing network access during module import and improving error handling with a console log for connection errors.
- Updated RootLayout to include locale support and integrated ThemeProvider and LocaleProvider for better internationalization.
- Replaced static home page content with a redirect based on user session status, enhancing user experience by directing to the appropriate dashboard or login page.
- Switched font from Geist to Inter for improved typography consistency.
