Reitti v1.9.0: Smarter Maps and Enhanced OwnTracks Integration for a Smoother Experience
We're excited to announce the release of Reitti v1.9.0, bringing significant performance improvements to map rendering and crucial enhancements for our OwnTracks-Recorder integration. This update focuses on optimizing your Reitti experience, especially when dealing with large datasets and secure system configurations.
Key Highlights of Reitti v1.9.0:
- Intelligent Map Data Loading: Experience significantly faster and smoother map interactions, particularly when viewing extensive timelines, thanks to a completely re-engineered data fetching mechanism.
- Authenticated OwnTracks-Recorder Connection: Securely connect Reitti to your OwnTracks-Recorder instance, even when protected by basic authentication via a reverse proxy.
Let's delve into the details of these enhancements:
What's New in v1.9.0 🎉
1. Real-time Map Optimization: Experience Fluid Navigation
We've rewritten the core logic for how Reitti fetches and displays your raw location data on the map. The most impactful change is the incorporation of a bounding box – Reitti now intelligently requests only the location points visible within your current map view.
Technical Insight:
Previously, Reitti would often load a broader range of RawLocationPoints than strictly necessary for the visible map area. This could lead to your browser processing a large volume of data, impacting responsiveness, especially when viewing long periods or densely populated timelines. The new system leverages the current map bounds (the visible geographical area) to make more precise backend requests.
How You Benefit:
- Significantly Smoother Maps: Enjoy a much more responsive and fluid experience when panning, zooming, and interacting with your timeline on the map.
- Faster Loading Times: Your browser now processes considerably less data, resulting in quicker rendering and less strain on your system.
- Enhanced Performance for Long Timelines: This improvement is particularly noticeable when analyzing extensive historical data, allowing you to zoom into specific path segments effortlessly without performance degradation.
2. Enhanced OwnTracks-Recorder Integration: Secure and Seamless
For users leveraging the OwnTracks-Recorder integration, we've added essential support for basic authentication. This addresses a common scenario where OwnTracks-Recorder is protected by an authentication layer, such as basic auth configured via a reverse proxy.
Technical Insight:
Prior to this update, Reitti's OwnTracks-Recorder integration did not support authentication credentials, making it challenging to connect to securely protected instances. We've introduced dedicated username and password fields within the integration settings.
How You Benefit:
- Secure Connectivity: You can now confidently connect Reitti to your OwnTracks-Recorder instance even when it's secured with basic authentication.
- Simplified Integration: No more compromises on security or complex workarounds to get Reitti talking to your protected OwnTracks-Recorder.
- Broadened Compatibility: This feature ensures broader compatibility with various self-hosted setups that prioritize security through reverse proxy authentication.
You'll find these new fields directly in the OwnTracks-Recorder integration settings:
For a comprehensive overview of all changes, please refer to the Full Changelog.
We are confident that Reitti v1.9.0 delivers a more performant and secure experience for all our users. We appreciate your continued support and feedback!
The Reitti Team