Two Weeks of Coding

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Welcome, coding aficionados! It's time for a recap of the first two weeks of my GSoC journey with Julia. Now, don't get too excited, as the start of the project is often a slow one. These initial weeks were all about getting familiar with the project, diving into the codebase, and understanding the existing search functionality. So, grab your caffeinated beverage of choice, sit back, and let's embark on this slightly leisurely adventure!

During the initial weeks of GSOC, I mainly engaged in insightful discussions with my mentor, which proved to be incredibly valuable. These conversations allowed us to align our expectations for the new UI and dive deep into the intricacies of the search functionality. Together, we examined the existing flaws and brainstormed approaches to address them.

As we delved deeper into the search functionality, we realized the need for a smoother developer experience and a more maintained solution. It led us to explore the possibility of shifting from Lunr.js to MiniSearch.js. This shift to MiniSearch.js held the promise of streamlining our development workflow and reducing the overall maintenance burden. With its efficient indexing algorithms and smaller index sizes, we could deliver a snappier search experience to our users.

These first two weeks of GSoC in the world of Julia might have been a bit slow and steady, but that doesn't mean we weren't making progress. From discussions about expectations and flaws to proposing new ideas for a search engine, we are setting the stage for exciting improvements. So, let's raise our virtual glasses to the future, where a revamped search UI will bring joy and efficiency. Stay tuned for more thrilling developments as this GSOC adventure unfolds!