v3.0.0 – Major Platform Overhaul

We’re thrilled to introduce v3.0.0 of BillingServ, a ground-up rebuild of our platform, using Laravel as the backend, plus FilamentPHP v3 for the dashboard, enhanced infrastructure, redesigned systems, and a suite of new tools and improvements across the board. This release sets the foundation for a faster, secure, and more extensible platform experience.

Core Architecture & Framework Upgrade

  • Rebuilt the platform from scratch using Laravel, a powerful and modern PHP framework known for developer ergonomics and performance.
  • Adopted FilamentPHP v3, unlocking a sleek, reactive, and more modular admin panel experience.
  • Entire system restructured for cleaner code, improved maintainability, and scalability.

Plugin & Payment Gateway Overhauls

All plugins and payment systems have been upgraded to ensure better compatibility, improved APIs.

Platform-Wide Bug Fixes & Stability

  • Fixed numerous legacy bugs and inconsistencies across modules.
  • Improved input validation, error feedback, and backend data handling.
  • Refactored key components for performance and reliability.

VPN & Server Management Enhancements

We’ve reimagined how VPN and server infrastructure is handled:
  • Multi-Connection Support: Users can now manage and switch between multiple VPN connections effortlessly.
  • Live Server Stats: Real-time insights into server load, uptime, and connection health.
  • Improved VPN connection and deletion flows with better validation and rollback handling.
  • Streamlined server installation pipeline for faster and more reliable deployments.

Email Communication Tools

Introducing a new Email Template Editor with:
  • Customizable layouts using dynamic variables.
  • Reusable content blocks for consistent branding.
  • Preview and test modes for safe delivery testing.

Booking System (New!)

A robust, flexible Booking System is now available, featuring:
  • Appointment scheduling and time slot configuration.
  • Admin and user-side calendar views.
  • Automated confirmations and optional reminder emails.

Ticket Desk Upgrade

We’ve refined the Ticket Desk for a smoother support experience:
  • Improved ticket categorization and filtering.
  • Cleaner agent UI with faster response tools.
  • Define support departments and enable contact form on the frontend.

Security Upgrades

We’ve significantly hardened platform security with new features and policies:
  • Account Login Notifications: Alerts sent via email when new devices or locations are detected.
  • CAPTCHA Support: Enabled on login and registration to prevent brute-force attacks and bot signups.
  • Audit Logging: Full audit logging is now available in the admin panel.

Quality of Life & Platform Improvements

  • Refreshed UI elements across the dashboard and frontend for better accessibility and consistency.
  • Improved system responsiveness and reduced load times on common admin views.
  • Simplified form handling.
  • Modernized platform internals for better third-party package compatibility.

What’s Next?

This is just the beginning. With this foundational rebuild complete, we’ll be focusing on:
  • Extending analytics and insights dashboards.
  • User workspace enhancements.
  • VPN enhancements.
  • More plugins and payment gateways.