## v0.1.0 (2026-03-25)

Initial public release of Media Server — a standalone REST API server (FastAPI) for controlling system-wide media playback on Windows, Linux, macOS, and Android.

### Features
- Remote media control: play, pause, stop, next, previous, volume, seek ([83acf5f](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/83acf5f))
- Built-in Web UI for media control and monitoring ([a0d138b](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/a0d138b))
- Media browser with grid/compact/list views and single-click playback ([e16674c](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/e16674c))
- Low-latency volume control via WebSocket ([32b058c](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/32b058c))
- Audio visualizer with spectrogram, beat-reactive art, and device selection ([0691e3d](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/0691e3d))
- Dynamic WebGL background with audio reactivity ([be48318](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/be48318))
- Runtime script management with Home Assistant integration ([d7c5994](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/d7c5994))
- Typed script parameters with validation and icon-grid selector ([1410a8d](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/1410a8d))
- Callback management API/UI and theme support ([a0af855](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/a0af855))
- Multi-token authentication with client labels ([71a0a6e](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/71a0a6e))
- Optional authentication — no tokens = no auth ([4d1bb78](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/4d1bb78))
- Internationalization (i18n) with English and Russian locales ([9bbb8e1](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/9bbb8e1))
- PWA support: installable standalone app with safe area handling ([a20812e](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/a20812e))
- System tray icon with Show UI, Restart, and Shutdown actions ([6500d6f](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/6500d6f), [3f14512](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/3f14512))
- Display brightness and power control ([a568608](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/a568608))
- Custom accent color picker and primary display indicator ([397d38a](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/397d38a))
- 3D album art rotation and vinyl desaturation effect ([4112367](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/4112367))
- Friendly media source names with brand icons ([73a6f38](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/73a6f38))
- Browser search/filter for media items ([5f474d6](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/5f474d6))
- Header quick links with CRUD management ([99dbbb1](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/99dbbb1))
- Swagger API docs button in header toolbar ([2b1e09d](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/2b1e09d))
- Update-available notification system ([795a15c](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/795a15c))
- Persist audio capture device selection to config ([fb56e6c](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/fb56e6c))
- UI animations: dialogs, tabs, settings, browser stagger, banner pulse ([3cfc437](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/3cfc437))
- Tabbed UI with browse caching and bottom mini player ([98a33bc](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/98a33bc))
- Slider tracks tinted with accent color ([1c0a011](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/1c0a011))

### Bug Fixes
- Tray restart uses `python -m` for reliable process respawn ([415231f](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/415231f))
- Tray main-thread message loop, numpy <2.0 pin, installer config copy ([4021837](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/4021837))
- Loopback device status showing 'Unavailable' after change ([0eca829](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/0eca829))
- Error handling for unavailable network shares ([d1ec27c](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/d1ec27c))
- HTTPException handling in folder endpoints ([c5f8c7a](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/c5f8c7a))
- FOUC (Flash of Untranslated Content) issues ([4f8f59d](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/4f8f59d))
- Windows Task Scheduler auto-start ([8077181](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/8077181))
- Vinyl angle persistence on toggle ([00d313d](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/00d313d))

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### Development / Internal

#### CI/Build
- CI/CD pipelines with Gitea Actions, NSIS installer, ES module bundling, ruff linting ([5439af1](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/5439af1))
- Linux build in release workflow ([ddd8788](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/ddd8788))
- NSIS installer with custom icon, launch-after-install, running-instance detection ([26b5f74](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/26b5f74))
- CI/build improvements and version detection ([4ef11c8](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/4ef11c8))
- Warning annotation for existing release fallback ([d0830cb](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/d0830cb))

#### Refactoring
- Modular frontend: refactor monolithic app.js into 8 modules ([92d6709](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/92d6709))
- Codebase audit: stability, performance, accessibility fixes ([9404b37](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/9404b37))

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<details>
<summary>All Commits (82)</summary>

| Hash | Message | Author |
|------|---------|--------|
| [d0830cb](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/d0830cb) | ci: use warning annotation for existing release fallback | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [4ef11c8](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/4ef11c8) | chore: CI/build improvements and version detection | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [fb56e6c](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/fb56e6c) | feat: persist audio capture device selection to config.yaml | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [ff67126](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/ff67126) | chore: bump version to 1.0.1 | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [795a15c](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/795a15c) | feat: add update-available notification system | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [1410a8d](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/1410a8d) | feat: typed script parameters with validation and icon-grid selector | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [1c0a011](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/1c0a011) | feat: tint slider tracks with 15% accent color | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [2b1e09d](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/2b1e09d) | feat: add Swagger API docs button to header toolbar | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [415231f](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/415231f) | fix: tray restart uses python -m for reliable process respawn | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [32e2ff5](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/32e2ff5) | fix: add --only-binary to pip download fallback (CI compatibility) | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [309f547](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/309f547) | feat: add default MDI icons to example config scripts | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [4021837](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/4021837) | fix: tray main-thread message loop, numpy <2.0 pin, installer config copy | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [d7e10b1](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/d7e10b1) | fix: interpolate tag in release body template (f-string) | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [3f14512](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/3f14512) | feat: add Restart and Shutdown tray actions with confirmation dialogs | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [26b5f74](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/26b5f74) | feat: improve installer with custom icon, launch-after-install, and running-instance detection | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [1f6e4f6](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/1f6e4f6) | feat: add Launch option to installer finish page | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [6500d6f](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/6500d6f) | feat: add system tray icon with Show UI and Exit actions | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [4d1bb78](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/4d1bb78) | feat: make authentication optional — no tokens = no auth | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [f80f6e9](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/f80f6e9) | fix: correct ._pth path in Windows build script | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [0216851](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/0216851) | docs: comprehensive README update with all API endpoints and features | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [c76ffb9](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/c76ffb9) | fix: handle existing release in create-release job | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [ddd8788](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/ddd8788) | Add Linux build to release workflow, fix pytest exit code 5 | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [5439af1](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/5439af1) | Add CI/CD pipelines, NSIS installer, ES module bundling, and ruff linting | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [be48318](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/be48318) | Add dynamic WebGL background with audio reactivity | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [0eca829](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/0eca829) | Fix loopback device status showing 'Unavailable' after change | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [3cfc437](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/3cfc437) | Add UI animations: dialogs, tabs, settings, browser stagger, banner pulse | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [a20812e](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/a20812e) | Add PWA support: installable standalone app with safe area handling | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [652f10f](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/652f10f) | Reduce visualizer latency, tighten UI paddings, fix mobile browser toolbar | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [3846610](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/3846610) | On-demand audio visualizer capture + UI fixes | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [92d6709](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/92d6709) | Refactor monolithic app.js into 8 modular files | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [9404b37](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/9404b37) | Codebase audit fixes: stability, performance, accessibility | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [73a6f38](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/73a6f38) | Add friendly media source names with brand icons | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [b11edc2](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/b11edc2) | Redesign header as pill-shaped toolbar group | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [3d01d98](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/3d01d98) | Style audio device select, hide mini player volume on tablet | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [4112367](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/4112367) | Add 3D album art rotation and vinyl desaturation effect | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [00d313d](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/00d313d) | Fix vinyl angle persistence on toggle, group player toggle buttons | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [0691e3d](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/0691e3d) | Add audio visualizer with spectrogram, beat-reactive art, and device selection | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [8a8f00f](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/8a8f00f) | Persist vinyl rotation angle across page reloads | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [397d38a](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/397d38a) | Add primary display indicator, custom accent color picker, restart script | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [adf2d93](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/adf2d93) | Consolidate tabs, Quick Access links, mini player nav, link descriptions | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [99dbbb1](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/99dbbb1) | Add header quick links with CRUD management and icon enhancements | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [6f6a4e4](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/6f6a4e4) | Improve slider track visibility in both themes | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [a568608](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/a568608) | Add display brightness and power control | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [03a1b30](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/03a1b30) | Comprehensive WebUI improvements: security, UX, accessibility, performance | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [ef1935c](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/ef1935c) | Update README with current features | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [7ee0a60](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/7ee0a60) | Update media browser screenshot | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [7f28145](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/7f28145) | Update documentation screenshots | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [80d4dbc](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/80d4dbc) | Fix browser grid card sizing | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [caf24db](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/caf24db) | Compact browser grid cards | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [babdb61](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/babdb61) | Update media-server: Vinyl record mode and accent color picker | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [65b513c](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/65b513c) | Update media-server: UI polish and bug fixes | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [84b985e](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/84b985e) | Backend optimizations, frontend optimizations, and UI design improvements | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [d1ec27c](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/d1ec27c) | Improve error handling for unavailable network shares | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [13df69a](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/13df69a) | Show media title (Artist – Title) instead of filename when available | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [4c13322](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/4c13322) | Show bitrate in browser, remove type labels and Play All text | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [5f474d6](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/5f474d6) | Add browser search/filter for media items | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [98a33bc](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/98a33bc) | Tabbed UI, browse caching, and bottom mini player | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [8db40d3](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/8db40d3) | UI polish: refresh button, negative thumbnail cache, and style fixes | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [f275240](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/f275240) | Add Play All, home navigation, and UI improvements | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [e16674c](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/e16674c) | Add media browser with grid/compact/list views and single-click playback | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [32b058c](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/32b058c) | Add low-latency volume control via WebSocket | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [c5f8c7a](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/c5f8c7a) | Fix HTTPException handling in folder endpoints and install script path | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [8d15a2a](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/8d15a2a) | Update Web UI: Header redesign, thumbnail fix, and title fallback | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [1cb83ea](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/1cb83ea) | Add screenshots to README | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [62c42f7](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/62c42f7) | Move install_task_windows.ps1 to scripts folder | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [eb2aed4](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/eb2aed4) | Update media browser UI with fade-in animations and improvements | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [7c631d0](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/7c631d0) | Add media browser feature with UI improvements | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [d5ec5c6](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/d5ec5c6) | Update Web UI: Improve volume slider responsiveness | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [29e0618](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/29e0618) | Update Web UI: Add server management scripts and improve UX | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [4f8f59d](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/4f8f59d) | Update media-server: Fix FOUC (Flash of Untranslated Content) issues | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [40c2c11](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/40c2c11) | Update media-server: Improve script/callback table layout and command editor UX | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [4635cac](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/4635cac) | Update media-server: Add execution timing and improve script/callback execution UI | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [957a177](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/957a177) | Update media-server: Add backdrop click-to-close for dialogs | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [8077181](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/8077181) | Fix Windows Task Scheduler auto-start | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [9bbb8e1](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/9bbb8e1) | Add internationalization (i18n) support with English and Russian locales | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [a0af855](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/a0af855) | Add callback management API/UI and theme support | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [d7c5994](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/d7c5994) | Add runtime script management with Home Assistant integration | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [71a0a6e](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/71a0a6e) | Add multi-token authentication with client labels | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [5342cff](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/5342cff) | Add script execution to Web UI | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [a0d138b](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/a0d138b) | Add built-in Web UI for media control and monitoring | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [1a1cfba](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/1a1cfba) | Add callbacks support for all media actions | alexei.dolgolyov |
| [83acf5f](https://git.dolgolyov-family.by/alexei.dolgolyov/media-player-server/commit/83acf5f) | Initial commit: Media Server for remote media control | alexei.dolgolyov |

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