Content Visibility Settings Module Overview

Purpose

The Content Visibility Settings module is designed to dynamically control the visibility of content based on specific conditions such as user progress, role, or timestamps. This module allows developers to programmatically show or hide content elements, enhancing flexibility and security in applications.

Key Features

• Dynamic Content Control: Adjust content visibility based on user roles (e.g., admin, moderator), progress metrics, or scheduled dates/times.
• Conditional Logic: Utilize conditions to determine when content should be displayed or hidden.
• Fine-grained Access Control: Enable role-based access to ensure sensitive information is only visible to authorized users.

Benefits

• Simplified Content Management: Eliminate the need for hardcoding visibility by using dynamic rules, reducing maintenance efforts.
• Enhanced Security: Protect sensitive data from unauthorized access by conditionally hiding content based on user roles or progress.
• Reduced Manual Intervention: Automate content updates and visibility changes, minimizing manual developer work.

Usage Scenarios

1. User Role-Based Access: Display different dashboard elements to various user groups (e.g., showing admin-only tools).
2. Progression Tracking: Unlock premium features once users achieve specific milestones.
3. Scheduled Releases: Show promotional content only during designated time periods, such as sales or events.
4. Conditional Loading: Load certain UI components only when they meet visibility conditions, improving performance.

This module empowers developers to create adaptive and secure applications by managing content visibility efficiently through dynamic rules.

Key Features of Content Visibility Settings Module

1. Visibility Rules

• Progress-Based: Content is shown based on user progress, such as completing a course or achieving milestones.
• Role-Based: Content visibility is determined by the user’s role (e.g., admin, user, guest).
• Time-Based: Content is displayed only during specific time frames.
• Logical Conditions: Use AND/OR logic to combine multiple conditions for complex visibility rules.

2. Dynamic Content Loading

• Lazy Loading: Content is loaded only when it becomes visible, enhancing application performance and reducing initial load times.

3. Audit Log

• Change Tracking: Records all changes made to visibility settings, including who made the change and when.
• Compliance: Facilitates compliance with regulations by providing an audit trail of content modifications.

4. Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) Integration

• Access Management: Integrates seamlessly with existing RBAC systems to enforce role-based access policies, ensuring that only authorized users can view specific content.

These features provide a robust framework for managing content visibility, catering to various use cases and enhancing both user experience and system efficiency.

Technical Documentation: Content Visibility Settings Module

This module handles content visibility based on user progress, role, or time constraints. Below are example implementations in different technologies:

1. FastAPI Endpoint (Python)

from fastapi import APIRouter, Depends, HTTPException
from typing import Optional
from pydantic import BaseModel
import datetime

router = APIRouter()

class VisibilityRule(BaseModel):
    entity_id: str
    condition_type: str  # "progress", "role", "time"
    value: Union[str, int, datetime.datetime]
    status: bool  # True for visible, False for hidden
    justification: Optional[str] = None

@router.post("/api/visibility/rule")
async def create_rule(rule: VisibilityRule):
    """
    Creates or updates a visibility rule for content entities.
    """
    try:
        # Assume 'rule_repository' is an injected dependency
        await rule_repository.save(rule)
        return {"message": "Visibility rule updated successfully"}
    except Exception as e:
        raise HTTPException(status_code=500, detail=str(e))

2. React UI Component (JavaScript)

import React, { useState } from 'react';

const VisibilitySettings = () => {
    const [rule, setRule] = useState({
        entity_id: '',
        condition_type: 'progress',
        value: '',
        status: true,
        justification: ''
    });

    const handleSubmit = async (e) => {
        e.preventDefault();
        try {
            await fetch('/api/visibility/rule', {
                method: 'POST',
                headers: {
                    'Content-Type': 'application/json'
                },
                body: JSON.stringify(rule)
            });
            // Handle success
        } catch (error) {
            console.error('Error:', error);
        }
    };

    return (
        <div className="settings-form">
            <form onSubmit={handleSubmit}>
                <label htmlFor="entity_id">Entity ID:</label>
                <input 
                    type="text" 
                    id="entity_id"
                    value={rule.entity_id}
                    onChange={(e) => setRule({...rule, entity_id: e.target.value})}
                />
                
                <label htmlFor="condition_type">Condition Type:</label>
                <select
                    id="condition_type"
                    value={rule.condition_type}
                    onChange={(e) => setRule({...rule, condition_type: e.target.value})}
                >
                    <option>progress</option>
                    <option>role</option>
                    <option>time</option>
                </select>

                <label htmlFor="value">Value:</label>
                <input 
                    type="text" 
                    id="value"
                    value={rule.value}
                    onChange={(e) => setRule({...rule, value: e.target.value})}
                />

                <label htmlFor="status">Visible:</label>
                <select
                    id="status"
                    value={rule.status.toString()}
                    onChange={(e) => setRule({...rule, status: e.target.value === 'true'})}
                >
                    <option>true</option>
                    <option>false</option>
                </select>

                <button type="submit">Save Rule</button>
            </form>
        </div>
    );
};

export default VisibilitySettings;

3. Data Schema (Pydantic)

from pydantic import BaseModel
from typing import Optional

class VisibilityRule(BaseModel):
    entity_id: str
    condition_type: Literal["progress", "role", "time"]
    value: Union[str, int, datetime.datetime]
    status: bool
    justification: Optional[str] = None

Summary

• FastAPI Endpoint: Manages the creation and update of visibility rules with proper error handling.
• React UI Component: Provides a form interface for developers to manage visibility settings.
• Data Schema: Defines the structure of visibility rules using Pydantic models.

This module ensures content visibility is controlled based on dynamic criteria while providing an extensible API and user interface.

Module Name: Content Visibility Settings

Category: Core
Summary: Configure settings to show or hide content based on progress, role, or time.

Overview

The Content Visibility Settings module allows developers to control when and how content is displayed to users. This can be based on user progress, role, or specific timeframes. The module provides flexibility for dynamic content management in applications.

Related Modules

1. User Authentication: For managing roles and permissions.
2. Progress Tracking: To track user milestones and progress.
3. Time-Based Scheduling: For time-dependent content visibility.
4. Activity Logging: To log changes in content visibility.
5. Role Management: For defining and assigning user roles.

Use Cases

1. Role-Based Content Hiding

• Description: Hide certain features or sections based on the user’s role.
• Example: Show admin-only content to users with the “admin” role only.

2. Progress-Based Visibility

• Description: Show/hide content based on user progress in a workflow or course.
• Example: Display advanced features only after users complete an onboarding process.

3. Time-Sensitive Content Release

• Description: Schedule content to appear at specific dates or times.
• Example: Automatically reveal updates or new features on predefined release dates.

Integration Tips

1. Hooks/Callbacks: Use hooks in your application to trigger visibility checks before rendering content.
2. Role Management Compatibility: Ensure the module integrates seamlessly with your existing role management system.
3. Testing: Test all visibility conditions thoroughly, including edge cases like unauthorized access or expired dates.

Configuration Options

Conclusion

The Content Visibility Settings module provides robust control over content visibility, enabling developers to create dynamic and user-specific experiences in their applications. By leveraging progress, roles, and time-based conditions, this module enhances the flexibility of your application’s content management system.