Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, Bricklair can be used as a foundation for e-commerce applications. While it doesn't include e-commerce functionality out of the box, its modular architecture makes it easy to integrate or build e-commerce features such as:

• Product catalog management
• Shopping cart functionality
• Payment processing (via integration with payment gateways)
• Order management
• Customer accounts and history

We offer an E-commerce Module as an extension that provides these features with a seamless integration into the Bricklair platform.

Bricklair's theme system is context-aware and highly customizable. Key features include:

• Context Separation - Different themes for frontend and admin interfaces
• Light/Dark Mode Support - Built-in support for light and dark color schemes
• User Preferences - Users can select their preferred theme and mode
• Responsive Design - All themes are mobile-first and responsive
• Custom Theming - Easy creation of custom themes with theme inheritance

Themes are structured with separate assets for different modes, making it easy to implement color scheme switching without page reloads.

Bricklair includes a comprehensive AI integration framework that allows for:

• Easy integration with AI services (OpenAI, GPT-4, etc.)
• Built-in abstractions for common AI tasks
• Content generation capabilities
• Natural language processing features
• Intelligent search and recommendations
• Chatbot and conversational interfaces

The AI framework is designed to be extensible, allowing developers to add custom AI integrations or enhance existing ones.

Yes, we offer a 14-day free trial of our Professional Plan, which gives you access to all premium features and modules. No credit card is required to start your trial.

Additionally, our Community Edition is always free and can be used without limitations for personal or commercial projects.

To start your free trial, create an account and select the trial option during signup.

Yes, you can upgrade or downgrade your plan at any time through your account dashboard. When upgrading, you'll have immediate access to additional features, and your billing will be prorated for the remainder of your billing cycle.

When downgrading, the changes will take effect at the end of your current billing cycle to ensure uninterrupted access to features during your paid period.

For Enterprise customers, please contact your account manager to discuss plan changes.

Yes, we offer special pricing for qualified non-profit organizations, educational institutions, and open-source projects. Eligible organizations can receive:

• 50% discount on Professional Plan subscriptions
• Free access to select premium modules
• Reduced rates for custom development services

To apply for our discount program, please contact our team with details about your organization and intended use of Bricklair.

While you can develop for Bricklair using any tools you prefer, we recommend:

• IDE: VS Code or PhpStorm with our extension pack
• Local Environment: Docker-based setup (we provide a docker-compose configuration)
• Version Control: Git for tracking changes
• API Testing: Postman or Insomnia for testing API endpoints
• Package Management: Composer for PHP dependencies, npm for frontend assets

Our developer toolkit (available to Professional and Enterprise customers) includes preconfigured environments, debugging tools, and productivity enhancements.

Yes! We welcome contributions from the community. You can contribute in several ways:

• Submit bug reports and feature requests on our GitHub repository
• Contribute code improvements and bug fixes via pull requests
• Enhance documentation and examples
• Create and share modules or themes
• Participate in discussions on our forums and Discord community

Check out our contribution guidelines to get started. We recognize all contributors in our release notes and maintain a contributors page on our website.

Yes, Bricklair is API-native, meaning all functionality is accessible via RESTful APIs. Key aspects of our API include:

• Comprehensive RESTful endpoints for all core features
• Authentication via OAuth2 or API tokens
• Versioned API for backward compatibility
• Rate limiting and security features
• Detailed API documentation with examples
• SDKs for popular languages (PHP, JavaScript, Python)

Each module can expose its own API endpoints, following our API standards. Our API documentation provides complete details on available endpoints and authentication methods.

You can report bugs and request features through several channels:

• GitHub Issues - For the open-source Community Edition
• Support Portal - For customers with paid plans
• Email Support - Available to all customers with paid plans

When reporting bugs, please include:

• Detailed description of the issue
• Steps to reproduce
• Expected vs. actual behavior
• Screenshots or videos (if applicable)
• Environment details (browser, OS, PHP version)

Feature requests should include clear use cases and potential implementation suggestions if available.

Yes, we offer professional development services to help you build custom applications with Bricklair:

• Module Development - Custom modules tailored to your requirements
• Theme Creation - Branded themes that match your company's identity
• Integration Services - Connect Bricklair with your existing systems
• Full Application Development - End-to-end development of custom applications
• Consulting Services - Expert advice on architecture and implementation

Our development team has extensive experience with the platform and can help bring your vision to life. Contact us to discuss your project requirements and get a quote.

Yes, we offer various training options for developers and end-users:

• Self-Paced Courses - Online video courses covering all aspects of Bricklair
• Live Workshops - Virtual and in-person training sessions
• Custom Training - Tailored training programs for your team
• Certification Program - Become a certified Bricklair developer

Professional and Enterprise plans include access to our basic training materials. Advanced courses and certification programs are available as add-ons.

Visit our training page to explore available courses and register for upcoming workshops.

Yes, Bricklair is designed with privacy regulations in mind, including GDPR. Key features that support compliance include:

• Data Minimization - Collect only necessary data
• Consent Management - Tools for obtaining and managing user consent
• User Data Access - Allow users to access their personal data
• Right to be Forgotten - Simple process for data deletion
• Data Portability - Export user data in standard formats
• Audit Logging - Track all data access and modifications

While Bricklair provides the technical foundation for GDPR compliance, organizations must ensure their specific implementation and policies adhere to regulations.

We maintain a proactive approach to security updates:

• Regular Updates - Security patches are released as soon as vulnerabilities are identified
• Severity Classification - Updates are classified by severity to help prioritize application
• Notification System - Customers are notified of security updates through their dashboard and email
• Automated Updates - Enterprise customers can enable automatic security updates
• Detailed Changelogs - Clear documentation of security fixes without exposing exploitable details

We maintain a security bulletin with information about recent updates and best practices for securing your Bricklair installation.

We appreciate responsible disclosure of security vulnerabilities. To report a security issue:

1. Send an email to security@bricklair.com with details of the vulnerability
2. Do not disclose the issue publicly until we've had a chance to address it
3. Include steps to reproduce, potential impact, and any suggested fixes if available

Our security team will acknowledge your report within 24 hours and work to validate and address the issue. We offer a bug bounty program for eligible security vulnerabilities, with rewards based on severity and impact.

Visit our responsible disclosure policy for more details.