This document outlines the planned development trajectory for Tron PowerShell. The roadmap is organized into short-term (3-6 months), medium-term (6-12 months), and long-term (12+ months) goals.
Note
This roadmap is subject to change based on community feedback, security priorities, and resource availability. Dates are estimates and may shift.
Transform Tron into a modern, cross-platform, enterprise-ready system maintenance platform while maintaining its core mission: automated PC cleanup and repair that "just works."
- Native PowerShell rewrite of core functionality
- Modular architecture (Core + Stages modules)
- Support for all 8 stages from the original Tron
- DryRun mode for safe testing
- Sandbox testing environment (
Debug-Tron.ps1) - Limited Mode (non-admin execution)
- JSON-based configuration system
- Comprehensive logging system
- Build automation for releases
- Stage implementations are not yet feature-complete compared to batch version
- No automated testing infrastructure
- No GUI option
- Limited progress reporting
- Some legacy batch scripts still in use for complex operations
- Resource update process is manual
Focus: Feature parity, stability, and developer experience
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Complete Stage Implementations
- Fully implement all sub-tasks in each stage to match batch version functionality
- [/] Eliminate any remaining batch script dependencies
- Priority: Stages 3 (Disinfect) and 4 (Repair) - Stage 4 Complete
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Enhanced Error Handling
- Implement retry logic for network-dependent operations
- Add better error messages with actionable guidance
- Create error recovery mechanisms for critical failures
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Progress Reporting
- Add progress indicators for long-running operations
- Implement estimated time remaining calculations
- Create summary statistics (files removed, space freed, etc.)
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Unit Testing Framework
- Set up Pester testing infrastructure
- Create tests for core module functions
- Achieve 60%+ code coverage
- Integrate tests into build process
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Improved Debugging Tools
- Enhance
Debug-Tron.ps1with more realistic mock data - Add verbose timing information for performance profiling
- Create development mode with additional logging
- Enhance
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Code Quality
- Implement PSScriptAnalyzer checks
- Enforce consistent code style
- Add inline documentation and examples
- Create developer guide
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User Documentation
- Create troubleshooting guide
- Add FAQ section
- Document common use cases and scenarios
- Create video walkthrough
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API Documentation
- Document all exported functions
- Add parameter descriptions and examples
- Create module usage guides
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Configuration Profiles
- Support for named configuration profiles
- Pre-made profiles (Conservative, Aggressive, Enterprise)
- Easy profile switching
- Profile validation
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Advanced Options
- Per-stage skip flags
- Custom tool paths
- Network proxy support
- Log retention policies
Focus: User experience, automation, and enterprise features
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GUI Option
- Windows Forms or WPF-based interface
- Stage selection and configuration
- Real-time progress visualization
- Log viewer integration
- Run as standalone application
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Interactive Mode
- Prompt users before each stage
- Show preview of actions
- Allow selective execution
- Customizable automation level
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Enhanced Reports
- HTML-formatted execution reports
- Before/after system snapshots
- Detailed action audit trail
- Performance metrics and charts
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Export Capabilities
- Export logs to JSON/XML/CSV
- Generate summary PDFs
- Email report delivery
- Integration with ticketing systems
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Remote Execution
- PSRemoting support for running on remote machines
- Bulk execution across multiple systems
- Centralized logging and reporting
- Status monitoring dashboard
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Scheduled Tasks
- Easy scheduled task creation
- Recurring maintenance windows
- Automatic update checks
- Email notifications on completion
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Automated Tool Updates
- Automatic detection of tool updates
- Safe update mechanism with rollback
- Signature verification for security
- Update changelog tracking
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Tool Management
- Download tools on-demand instead of bundling
- Configurable tool repositories
- Tool verification and sandboxing
- Size optimization
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Active Directory Integration
- GPO-based configuration deployment
- Computer/user group targeting
- Centralized configuration management
- Compliance reporting
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Custom Extensions
- Plugin system for custom stages
- Pre/post stage hooks
- Custom cleanup scripts API
- Community plugin marketplace
Focus: Platform expansion, intelligence, and ecosystem
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PowerShell Core Compatibility
- Refactor for PowerShell 7+ compatibility
- Cross-platform module structure
- Platform-specific stage implementations
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Linux Support
- Linux-specific cleanup stages
- Package manager integration (apt, yum, dnf)
- systemd service management
- Log aggregation
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macOS Support
- macOS-specific maintenance tasks
- Homebrew integration
- LaunchAgent management
- Disk utility integration
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Smart Cleanup
- Machine learning for bloatware detection
- Usage patterns analysis for safe removal
- Anomaly detection for system issues
- Predictive maintenance recommendations
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Context-Aware Execution
- Detect system role (workstation, server, etc.)
- Adjust behavior based on environment
- Hardware-specific optimizations
- Workload-aware scheduling
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Cloud Backup
- Pre-execution system backups to cloud storage
- Configuration backup and sync
- Centralized log storage
- Disaster recovery options
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Cloud-Based Updates
- Cloud-hosted tool repository
- CDN-based distribution
- Delta updates for efficiency
- Automatic rollback on failures
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Web Console
- Web-based management interface
- Multi-system monitoring
- Centralized configuration
- REST API for integrations
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Mobile App
- iOS/Android monitoring apps
- Push notifications
- Remote execution triggers
- Quick status checks
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Integration Platform
- Webhook support
- Third-party tool integrations
- Monitoring system connectors (Nagios, Zabbix, etc.)
- SIEM integration
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Rollback System
- Full system state snapshots
- Granular rollback by stage
- Automatic rollback on critical errors
- Differential restore capabilities
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Containerization
- Docker image for testing
- Docker-based tool isolation
- Container orchestration support
- Disposable test environments
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Compliance & Security
- CIS benchmark alignment
- Security hardening profiles
- Compliance verification reporting
- Audit trail with digital signatures
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Community Forums
- Dedicated discussion platform
- User support channels
- Feature request voting
- Knowledge base
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Contribution Programs
- Contributor recognition system
- Bounty program for features/bugs
- Sponsored development
- Community events and webinars
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Comprehensive Guides
- Video tutorial series
- Interactive documentation
- Best practices guide
- Case studies and examples
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Training Materials
- Certification program
- Workshop materials
- Partner training
- Academic resources
| Version | Target Date | Key Features |
|---|---|---|
| v1.1.0 | Q1 2026 | Feature parity with batch version, unit tests |
| v1.2.0 | Q2 2026 | Progress reporting, configuration profiles |
| v1.3.0 | Q3 2026 | GUI option, enhanced logging |
| v2.0.0 | Q4 2026 | Remote execution, automated updates, enterprise features |
| v2.5.0 | Q2 2027 | PowerShell Core support, cross-platform foundation |
| v3.0.0 | Q4 2027 | Linux/macOS support, cloud integration |
We welcome community input on the roadmap!
- Comment on existing roadmap items in GitHub Discussions
- Vote for features using issue reactions (👍)
- Share your use cases and requirements
- Open a GitHub Discussion in the "Ideas" category
- Describe the feature and its benefits
- Explain your use case
- Gather community feedback
- Critical features can be prioritized through sponsorship
- Contact maintainers for enterprise support contracts
- Contribute code directly via pull requests
Some roadmap items depend on others:
graph TD
A[Feature Parity v1.1] --> B[GUI v1.3]
A --> C[Remote Execution v2.0]
D[Unit Tests v1.1] --> E[CI/CD Pipeline v1.2]
E --> F[Automated Updates v2.0]
C --> G[Web Console v3.0]
H[PS Core Compat v2.5] --> I[Linux Support v3.0]
H --> J[macOS Support v3.0]
Security fixes and vulnerability patches will always take priority over new features.
We will maintain backward compatibility within major versions. Breaking changes will only occur in major version updates (e.g., v1.x → v2.0).
Feature prioritization will be influenced by community feedback, contribution levels, and real-world usage patterns.
Last Updated: 2025-12-01
Questions or suggestions? Open a discussion: https://github.com/thookham/tron_PowerShell/discussions