Summary stack-561
This release focuses on significant improvements to data management and user experience, particularly around how "Grid" data is handled, the introduction of "RecordSets" as a new entity type, and enhanced support for Docker repositories. We've also addressed several critical bugs impacting search functionality and system performance. These updates are designed to improve scalability, make data more discoverable and manageable, and provide a more robust and intuitive platform for all users.
This work was prioritized to enhance platform stability, introduce new data organization capabilities, and refine user interaction with complex data structures. The expected impact includes faster access to grid data, improved search reliability, new ways to organize and present data through RecordSets, and a more streamlined process for managing Docker repositories.
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Affected Users & Systems
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*All Users:* Will benefit from improved search reliability and overall system performance.
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*Users working with Grid data:* Will experience faster data retrieval and improved scalability when interacting with large grids.
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*Data Curators/Managers:* Will gain new capabilities with "RecordSets" for organizing and presenting data, and enhanced flexibility in managing Docker repositories.
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*Access Requirement Teams:* Will have improved tools for communicating rejection reasons with clearer formatting.
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*Internal Systems:* The underlying database and Grid replica systems have been optimized for better performance and reliability.
Deprecated or Breaking Changes
No breaking changes are introduced in this release.
New Features
Introducing RecordSets for Enhanced Data Organization (SWC-7467)
We're launching RecordSets, a new entity type designed to improve how you organize and present your data. RecordSets will have a user-friendly name, appear in the file hierarchy, and be discoverable via the EntityFinder. They will also feature a dedicated detail page, similar to a FileEntity page, allowing you to start new grid sessions directly from a RecordSet. Please note, it will not be possible to upload new versions of a RecordSet directly.
New "Mentions" Metadata for Entities (SWC-7470)
To enrich entity metadata, we've added a new "mentions" field. This feature will expose external references to entities, similar to how citations are displayed, providing richer context and discoverability for your data.
UI for Grid Agent Session (SWC-7452)
A new user interface is now available for initiating and managing Grid agent sessions. This feature will allow users to start an agent session using a gridSessionId within the draggable dialog.
Enhanced Docker Repository Management (SWC-7413)
When creating an external Docker repository, users now have the ability to create a commit directly. This streamlines the process of managing Docker repositories and ensures that new repositories are ready for use more quickly. Additionally, error messages related to missing commits have been improved for clarity.
Update Grid Model with Current Selection (SWC-7471)
The grid model has been updated to reflect the current selection, improving the responsiveness and accuracy of grid interactions.
Fixes & Improvements
Improved Grid Internal Replica Scalability (PLFM-9243)
Addressed a performance issue with the internal replica of grids, particularly affecting larger grids. We've optimized the database queries used to serve grid data by implementing generated columns and secondary indexes, significantly improving the scalability and speed of data retrieval for grid operations.
Resolved Document Search Drop (PLFM-9249)
Fixed an issue where document search results dramatically dropped around 9/16/2026. This resolves an intermittent but significant problem impacting the discoverability of documents for users.
Resolved Timed Out Patch Acceptance in Grid Logs (PLFM-9178)
Addressed an issue causing an excessive number of "Timed out waiting for a patch to be accepted" messages in the logs, indicating a performance bottleneck in the Grid replica patching process. This fix improves the reliability and efficiency of grid data synchronization.
Line Breaks in Access Request Rejection Reasons (SWC-7466)
Users can now add line breaks when editing access request rejection reasons (syn50681489). This enhancement allows for clearer and more readable communication of rejection details to applicants.
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