Implement User Profile Picture Upload Feature
Issue Description: We need to implement a user profile picture upload feature in our project's GitLab repository to enhance the user experience and personalize user profiles.
User Story: As a registered user of our platform, I would like to be able to upload and set a profile picture so that I can personalize my profile and make it more visually appealing.
Outline of Implementation:
UI Changes
Add a new "Profile Picture" section to the user profile page. Include an "Upload" button and a preview area for the profile picture. Implement a user-friendly interface for cropping and resizing the uploaded image to fit the profile picture dimensions. Backend Changes
Create an API endpoint for uploading profile pictures. Implement server-side validation to ensure the uploaded image meets the required criteria (e.g., file type, size, dimensions). Store the user's profile picture in a secure location on the server. Database Changes
Add a new column in the user database table to store the file path or URL of the user's profile picture. Update the user profile information to include the profile picture reference. User Profile Integration
Display the user's profile picture in their profile page and throughout the platform where their profile is visible (e.g., comments, posts). Allow users to change or remove their profile picture from their profile settings. Testing
Perform thorough testing to ensure that profile picture uploads and updates work as expected. Test for edge cases, such as handling large image uploads or image format conversions. Documentation
Update the project documentation to include instructions on how users can upload and manage their profile pictures. Provide documentation for developers on how the new API endpoint works and how to integrate profile pictures into the user interface. User Notifications
Send a notification to the user confirming the successful upload and update of their profile picture.