=== Dear Project Manager ===
Contributors: imbipo
Tags: projects, portfolio, management, team, collaboration
Requires at least: 5.8
Tested up to: 6.9
Requires PHP: 7.4
Stable tag: 1.0.15
License: GPLv2 or later
License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html

A comprehensive project management plugin for WordPress with team collaboration, applications, and submissions.

== Description ==

Dear Project Manager is a powerful WordPress plugin that transforms your website into a complete project management platform. Perfect for agencies, freelancers, and organizations that need to showcase projects, manage team applications, and track project submissions.

**Key Features:**

* **Project Showcase** - Display beautiful project portfolios with custom post types
* **Team Management** - Create teams and assign members to projects
* **Application System** - Allow users to apply for projects with custom forms
* **Submission Tracking** - Team members can submit project reports and updates
* **User Status Validation** - Smart permission system to control access
* **Beautiful Templates** - Tailwind CSS-styled frontend templates
* **Custom Comments** - Discussion system for project collaboration
* **Admin Dashboard** - Comprehensive admin interface for managing everything

**Perfect For:**

* Design agencies showcasing client work
* Development teams managing projects
* Educational institutions with student projects
* Freelancers building their portfolio
* Non-profits managing volunteer projects

== Installation ==

1. Upload the `bipo-project-manager` folder to the `/wp-content/plugins/` directory
2. Activate the plugin through the 'Plugins' menu in WordPress
3. A new "Project" page will be automatically created
4. Navigate to Projects > Add New to create your first project
5. Configure project details, teams, and permissions as needed

== Frequently Asked Questions ==

= How do I display projects on my site? =

Projects are automatically displayed on the /project/ page. You can also use the shortcode `[projects_list]` on any page or post.

= Can users apply for projects? =

Yes! When logged in, users can apply for projects through the frontend interface. Admins can then review applications and assign users to teams.

= How do teams work? =

Create teams in the admin panel and assign team members from the pool of applicants. Teams can be assigned to specific projects, and team members gain special permissions.

= Can team members submit reports? =

Yes! Team members assigned to a project can submit progress reports, deliverables, and notes through the submission system.

= Is the plugin compatible with page builders? =

The plugin uses standard WordPress templates and shortcodes, making it compatible with most page builders and themes.

== Screenshots ==

1. Project archive page showing all projects
2. Single project page with application form
3. Admin dashboard for managing projects
4. Team management interface
5. Application review screen
6. Submission tracking panel

== Changelog ==

= 1.0.0 =
* Initial release
* Project custom post type with meta fields
* Team management system
* Application handling via AJAX
* Submission tracking
* User status validator
* Frontend templates with Tailwind CSS
* Admin enhancements and custom columns
* Custom comments template
* Shortcode support

== Upgrade Notice ==

= 1.0.0 =
Initial release of Dear Project Manager.

== Development ==

**Technical Details:**

* Custom post types: `project`, `team`, `project_application`, `project_submission`
* Meta fields for project details (URL, status, difficulty, duration, tags, client)
* AJAX-powered application and submission forms
* Role-based permission system
* Meta query optimization for team/project relationships
* WordPress coding standards compliant
* Secure nonce verification on all forms
* Sanitized and escaped output throughout

**Hooks & Filters:**

The plugin provides various hooks and filters for developers to extend functionality:

* `project_mp_user_status` - Filter user status validation
* `project_mp_application_submitted` - Action after application submission
* `project_mp_submission_saved` - Action after report submission
* `project_mp_team_assigned` - Action when user assigned to team

== Privacy Policy ==

This plugin stores user application data including:
* User name and email (from WordPress user account)
* Application text/approach
* Project submission reports
* Team assignments

All data is stored in the WordPress database and follows WordPress data retention policies. No data is sent to external services.

== Support ==

For support, feature requests, or bug reports, please visit:
https://github.com/im-bipo/Project-PM

== Credits ==

* Tailwind CSS for styling framework
* WordPress for the amazing platform
