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Enhanced the bot's functionality with new commands, smarter gameplay mechanics, and updated the website to better reflect your pet's journey.

• 🏋️ Added the /train command to boost your pet's stats and help them grow stronger.
• 🤗 Introduced the /cuddle command, letting you interact with your pet in unique and heartwarming ways, with responses generated by AI.
• 💰 Implemented coin rewards for certain commands, adding a layer of strategy to maximize stats and earnings.
• ⏳ Added cooldowns to activity commands to prevent spamming and encourage thoughtful combinations to optimize pet stats.
• 🌐 Updated the website to include the newly added commands, along with improved documentation for easier navigation.
• 📊 Enhanced the database page to display your pet's level and XP points, giving users a clearer view of their pet's progress.
• ✨ Improved overall QOL with better feedback and streamlined command functionality for a smoother user experience.

Focused on improving the bot's efficiency, adding quality-of-life updates, and introducing exciting new features to enhance user interaction.

• ⚙️ Code Optimization: Refactored several parts of the bot's code for better performance and efficiency.
• 🔍 Enhanced Error Handling: Improved error reporting so issues are clearly communicated instead of generic Discord errors.
• 🎮 Added the /play command with AI-generated responses, making each interaction unique and engaging.
• 🍖 Introduced the /feed command to keep your pet happy and well-fed with dynamic, personalized responses.
• 📄 Detailed Logs: Improved backend logging to track errors and user actions more effectively.
• 🖌️ UI Enhancements: Updated some command feedback visuals for a sleeker and more informative user experience.
• ✨ Boosted overall bot responsiveness to ensure commands execute faster and smoother.
• 🙏 Special Thanks to Kai: Refactored significant portions of the bot's code, making it cleaner, more efficient, and easier to maintain. Your contributions are greatly appreciated!

Expanded the user experience with a new economy system, level-up rewards, and leaderboards for friendly competition.

• 💰 Introduced an Economy System with coins and balances for all users.
• 🏆 Added an Awards System to reward users with coins when they level up.
• 📊 Implemented the `/balance` command so users can view their current coin balance.
• 📈 Added Leaderboards for both XP and balance, accessible via `/leaderboard {xp or balance}`.
• 🎁 Introduced the `/daily` command, which rewards users with both XP and coins daily.
• ✨ Improved command feedback to clearly display earned coins and XP.

Introduced a brand-new leveling system and integrated it into existing commands, making user interactions more rewarding and engaging.

• 🎮 Added a Leveling System where users earn XP for performing various commands and activities.
• 📈 Incorporated XP rewards into commands like `/daily`, `/ask` and `/mood` to enhance user progression.
• ✨ Updated command responses to display earned XP alongside other rewards.
• 🛠️ Made backend improvements to support dynamic XP allocation and tracking.
• 🎨 Enhanced visual feedback for users when they level up.

Improved the website's functionality with a new Database page, faster data retrieval, and several quality-of-life adjustments.

• 📊 Added a Database page where users can view all different pet species and their stats.
• ⚙️ Optimized database configuration for faster data searching and retrieval within tables.
• ✨ Made quality-of-life (QOL) improvements on the website for smoother navigation and user experience.
• 🎨 Refined visual elements to make the interface more consistent and visually appealing.
• 📈 Improved loading speeds by refining front-end code and optimizing images where possible.

Expanded the website with new pages and improved the bot's command functionality for a smoother experience.

• 🖥️ Created the Commands page on the website, listing all available commands for users.
• 📄 Added an FAQ page to address common user questions.
• ⚙️ Kai refactored the bot code, adding cooldowns to specific commands and optimizing performance.
• 🔧 Tweaked various commands for better functionality.
• 🐶 Replaced previous dog breeds with two new ones: Shiba & Shepherd.

Began designing the Pawxel website, and added new interactive commands for enhanced user engagement.

• 🖥️ Initiated website design, focusing on a user-friendly layout and seamless integration with the bot.
• 🎭 Implemented the /mood command, allowing users to check the mood of their AI pet in real-time.
• ❓ Added the /ask command for user inquiries, giving users a way to get quick responses directly from their pet.

Laid the foundation for Pawxel's core functionalities, including basic setup and introductory interactions for users.

• 🚀 Completed the core functionality for initiating and managing AI pets.
• ⚙️ Added the /setup command to guide users through the initial pet setup process.
• 📝 Refined bot responses to ensure they’re helpful and engaging during setup.

Began designing visual elements for Pawxel, including logos, color schemes, and UI mock-ups for both the bot and the website.

• 🖌️ Created initial sketches for bot avatars and pet designs.
• 🎨 Developed a cohesive design theme to be used across the website, bot, and community materials.
• 🤖 Conducted mock-up tests to ensure the bot’s visual elements blend smoothly with the user interface.

Laid the foundational architecture for Pawxel, ensuring a reliable setup for both the bot and website hosting.

• 🌐 Evaluated and selected hosting services for optimal uptime and performance.
• 🗂️ Set up a scalable infrastructure to accommodate potential growth in user traffic and bot interactions.
• 🔒 Implemented initial security measures to protect user data and bot operations.