camicroscope / caMicroscope

Digital pathology image viewer with support for human/machine generated annotations and markups.
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TheFooter Section #708

Open gbengaoluwadahunsi opened 8 months ago

gbengaoluwadahunsi commented 8 months ago

Summary: I propose fully developing the footer for the caMicroscope platform, including implementing a JavaScript function to dynamically update the copyright year to the current year. This will ensure that the copyright year is always accurate without requiring manual updates by developers.

Background: A well-developed footer is essential for providing users with important information and navigation options, such as links to legal pages, contact information, and social media profiles. Additionally, keeping the copyright year up to date demonstrates that the platform is actively maintained and enhances its professional appearance. Automating the update of the copyright year using JavaScript eliminates the need for manual updates by developers, ensuring accuracy and consistency.

Use Cases:

User Information: The footer provides users with essential information about the caMicroscope platform, such as legal notices, terms of service, and privacy policies. Copyright Compliance: Keeping the copyright year accurate demonstrates compliance with copyright laws and reinforces the legitimacy of the platform. Professionalism: A well-designed and up-to-date footer enhances the overall professionalism and credibility of the caMicroscope platform. Implementation: To implement this feature:

Develop the HTML structure for the footer, including sections for legal links, contact information, and the copyright notice. Use CSS to style the footer, ensuring consistency with the platform's design. Implement a JavaScript function to dynamically update the copyright year: javascript

function updateCopyrightYear() { const currentYear = new Date().getFullYear(); document.getElementById('copyright-year').textContent = currentYear; } Call the updateCopyrightYear function on page load to ensure the copyright year is updated automatically. Expected Impact:

Improved User Experience: A fully developed footer enhances navigation and provides users with essential information, improving their overall experience on the caMicroscope platform. Compliance and Legitimacy: Automatically updating the copyright year ensures compliance with copyright laws and reinforces the platform's legitimacy. Reduced Maintenance: Automating the copyright year update eliminates the need for manual updates by developers, reducing maintenance efforts and ensuring accuracy. Additional Notes:

Consider incorporating additional elements into the footer, such as social media icons, site maps, or quick links to popular pages. Regularly review and update the footer content to ensure it remains relevant and accurate.

izzdwizz commented 8 months ago

I have created an updated design for the footer and made a pull request. image