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WHAT WAS DOCUMENTED: - Gemini's initial architectural review (tech stack, API strategy, scope) - Gemini's database schema refinement (VARCHAR vs ENUM decision) - Platform detection logic and dynamic support flagging - Fleet Coverage Dashboard UI concept KEY ARCHITECTURAL DECISIONS: 1. Tech Stack: 100% native Laravel + PHP (no Node.js dependency) 2. API Strategy: BYOK (Bring Your Own Key) for CurseForge 3. Scope: CurseForge + Modrinth only for v1.0 4. Database: VARCHAR(50) platform field (future-proof vs ENUM) 5. Dynamic Support: is_supported flag changes based on platform + API errors 6. UI Strategy: Graceful degradation with educational messaging CRITICAL INSIGHTS FROM GEMINI: - Hardcoding API key = rate limit death for distributed product - ENUM fields break when new platforms added (migration required) - Web scraping = maintenance nightmare (avoid FTB/Technic) - Automatic updates = liability nightmare (v1.0 is CHECK only) - Discord webhooks > email notifications (universal + foolproof) - Pricing: 0-15 sweet spot for impulse buy + support filter - RV-Ready Score = 100 - Total Complexity (product dev philosophy) NEXT STEPS: - Research CurseForge BYOK secure storage in Laravel - Research Modrinth User-Agent header requirements - Study Blueprint extension development guide - Build MVP on Dev VPS (64.50.188.128) Files added: - docs/consultations/gemini-modpack-version-checker-review-2026-04-01.md - docs/consultations/gemini-modpack-database-schema-2026-04-01.md This consultation series ensures we build commercial-grade software with proper architecture, not hobbyist code. Fire + Frost + Foundation = Where Love Builds Legacy Signed-off-by: Claude (Chronicler #52) <claude@firefrostgaming.com>
🔥❄️ Firefrost Gaming — Operations Manual
Document ID: FFG-ROOT-001
Version: 2.0
Last Updated: February 12, 2026
Status: 🟢 CURRENT
What This Is
The complete operational repository for Firefrost Gaming — a subscription-based Minecraft server network built on the philosophy of Fire + Frost = Where Passion Meets Precision.
This repository contains infrastructure documentation, deployment guides, planning documents, branding assets, consultant archives, and the relationship context that makes Firefrost more than just servers.
Current Infrastructure
6 Servers — 2 dedicated (Dallas, Charlotte) + 4 VPS (Dallas, Charlotte, Chicago x2)
12 Game Servers — 6 on TX1 (Dallas), 6 on NC1 (Charlotte)
8 Management Services — Gitea, Uptime Kuma, MkDocs, Code-Server, Automation, NextCloud, Wiki.js (Subscribers), Wiki.js (Staff)
Repository Structure
├── docs/core/ — Critical living documents (scope, manifest, tasks)
├── docs/relationship/ — Partnership context, consultants, legacy
├── docs/deployment/ — Service deployment guides
├── docs/planning/ — Strategy, design, roadmap, ideas backlog
├── docs/reference/ — Technical reference, architecture decisions
├── docs/external/ — Provider communications, friend assistance
├── docs/sandbox/ — Brainstorming sessions (Gemini, Claude)
├── docs/archive/ — Historical session logs and completed plans
├── automation/ — Deployment automation system
├── branding/ — Logos, backgrounds, visual assets
├── photos/ — Consultant photo archive (249 photos by year)
└── web/ — Nginx configurations
Key Documents
Start here: SESSION-HANDOFF-PROTOCOL.md → DOCUMENT-INDEX.md
For current server inventory, see docs/core/infrastructure-manifest.md (FFG-CORE-002).
For project scope and roadmap, see docs/core/project-scope.md (FFG-CORE-001).
The Team
- Michael "Frostystyle" Krause — Owner/Operator, Technical Lead (The Wizard)
- Meg "Gingerfury" — Community Manager (The Emissary)
- The Five Consultants — Jack, Oscar, Jasmine, Butter, Noir (They're family, not pets)
Document Standards
All documents follow FFG-STD-001 — the Firefrost Revision Control Standard. See docs/core/revision-control-standard.md.
Maintained By: The Wizard & The Chronicler
Fire + Frost + Foundation = Where Love Builds Legacy 💙🔥❄️
Revision History
| Version | Date | Author | Change Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.0 | 2026-02-08 | Michael + Claude | Initial | Basic Phase 0 readme |
| 2.0 | 2026-02-12 | The Chronicler | Rewrite | Complete rewrite reflecting current state (8 services, 6 servers, 12 game servers). Updated repo structure. Applied FFG-STD-001. |