v1.3.1

What's New

Safe Configuration Helper

Added safe_db_config() - a fault-tolerant wrapper for accessing database configuration values with built-in exception handling.

Key Features:

• Graceful Error Handling: Catches all exceptions (database connection errors, missing tables, serialization issues) and returns the default value instead of crashing
• Perfect for Critical Paths: Use it in service providers, middleware, bootstrapping phases, or anywhere database availability isn't guaranteed
• Zero Breaking Changes: New helper function that complements the existing db_config()

Usage Example:

// Returns 'Default Name' if database is unavailable or any error occurs
safe_db_config('website.site_name', 'Default Name');

When to Use:

• ✅ Service providers that run before database initialization
• ✅ Middleware or early application lifecycle hooks
• ✅ Development/CI environments with unreliable database access
• ✅ Migration or maintenance scenarios
• ✅ Any critical path where configuration failure shouldn't interrupt the app

🔧 Technical Details

• Full backward compatibility maintained
• No breaking changes
• Follows existing package conventions and coding standards