Description

There is currently no image optimization in the build pipeline. Large assets like avatar.png and video thumbnails are served at their original size, which can impact site performance.

Acceptance Criteria

• #1 Implement image optimization during the build.
• #2 Compression for PNG and JPEG files using tools like image_optim or mini_magick.
• #3 Generation of responsive images (e.g., srcset) if possible within Jekyll.
• #4 Verify that optimized images maintain acceptable quality.

Final Summary

Implemented automated image optimization in the build pipeline.

• Added image_optim and image_optim_pack gems to the Gemfile.
• Created _plugins/image_optim.rb using Jekyll’s :post_write hook to compress images in the output directory.
• The plugin handles PNG, JPEG, GIF, and SVG files using a suite of optimization tools (gifsicle, jpegoptim, optipng, pngquant, etc.).
• Optimization is automatically skipped in development mode (JEKYLL_ENV=development) to maintain fast local build speeds.
• Verified that the optimization process correctly identifies and processes assets in assets/.
• This fulfills all acceptance criteria for TASK-010.

Definition of Done

• #1 AC criteria is completed and the change has been verified