ROADMAP.md

RetroClamp Development Roadmap

Version 1.1.0 - CHDMAN Integration

Core Functionality

• Set up bin directory for CHDMAN executable
• Implement CHDManager.find_chdman method
• Implement CHDManager.execute_all_tasks method
• Create batch_processor.py command-line tool
• Implement proper error handling for CHDMAN operations
• Add progress reporting for long-running operations
• Implement checkpoint system for pause/resume functionality

GUI Integration

• Connect CHDManager to compression_tab.py
• Connect CHDManager to extraction_tab.py
• Implement batch_tab.py for managing multiple operations
• Add real-time logging pane
• Create settings UI for CHDMAN configuration
• Implement drag-and-drop support for files

Testing

• Create unit tests for CHDManager
• Create integration tests for GUI components
• Test with various disk image formats
• Test error handling and recovery

Future Versions

Version 1.2.0 - Archive Handling

• Implement archive.py for handling .zip, .7z, and .rar archives
• Add automatic extraction of compressed archives
• Implement optional re-archiving after decompression
• Create UI for archive settings

Version 1.3.0 - Metadata and Tools

• Implement metadata_tab.py for CHD metadata viewing/editing
• Complete tools_tab.py with plugin system
• Implement SCUMMVM generator tool
• Implement PS3 wizard tool
• Implement DOS launcher tool

Version 1.4.0 - Theme and Accessibility

• Implement theme_editor.py for theme customization
• Add accessibility validation for color contrast
• Implement keyboard navigation
• Add screen reader compatibility
• Create light theme alternative

Version 2.0.0 - Final Release

• Comprehensive documentation
• Performance optimization
• Internationalization support
• Installer package
• Update checker