## Checklist for code reviewers:
- [ ] The code does not violate Model-View-Template and our other architectural principles.
- [ ] The code prioritizes readability over performance where appropriate.
- [ ] The code does not bypass authentication or security mechanisms.
- [ ] The code does not introduce any dependency on a library that has not been properly vetted.
- [ ] The code contains docstrings, comments, and documentation where needed.