Image Management System for Photography Portfolio

A cursory design document outlining a streamlined system for managing images across my photography portfolio website.

Core Features

1. Image Upload Interface

The system will feature a protected admin dashboard where I can easily upload images through a drag-and-drop interface. This will include:

• Bulk upload capabilities
• Live preview of uploaded images
• Progress indicators for upload status

2. Smart Image Processing

Once uploaded, images will be automatically processed:

• Optimization and resizing for web delivery
• Multiple sizes generated for responsive design
• Intelligent naming using format: {category}-{timestamp}-{slug}
• Extraction of camera metadata

3. Caption and Metadata Management

A key feature will be the ability to efficiently manage image information:

• Easy interface for adding and editing captions
• Batch editing capabilities for multiple images
• Support for both quick captions and detailed descriptions
• Tagging system for better organization

4. Automated Organization

The system will handle the tedious parts of image management:

• Smart folder structure based on collections
• Consistent file naming
• Automatic backup integration
• Version tracking for modifications

5. Seamless Website Integration

The end result will be smooth integration with my portfolio:

• Automatic gallery generation
• Easy embedding in blog posts
• Responsive image loading
• Performance optimization through lazy loading

Technical Considerations

The system will be built with security in mind, requiring authentication for the admin dashboard and implementing proper rate limiting and file validation. Future enhancements could include AI-powered caption suggestions, advanced search capabilities, and integrated editing tools.

This design aims to solve the current friction in my image management workflow while creating a foundation that can grow with my needs.