Implement comprehensive dark mode with theme toggle for eShop web application#71
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Co-authored-by: robinmanuelthiel <5874465+robinmanuelthiel@users.noreply.github.com>
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Implement comprehensive dark mode with theme toggle for eShop web application
Sep 5, 2025
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This PR introduces a comprehensive dark mode feature for the eShop web application, addressing the need for better user experience in low-light environments and modern UI expectations.
Implementation Overview
The dark mode implementation consists of three main components:
Theme Management Service: A new
IThemeServiceandThemeServicethat handles theme state management, localStorage persistence, and DOM updates through JavaScript interop.CSS Variables Architecture: Comprehensive CSS custom properties system that defines all colors as variables, enabling seamless theme switching without code duplication.
Theme Toggle Component: A user-friendly toggle button with animated sun/moon icons positioned in the header navigation for easy access.
Key Features
Technical Details
The implementation uses CSS custom properties to define color schemes:
The
ThemeServicehandles the logic:Visual Demonstration
Light Mode:

Dark Mode:

Components Updated
All major UI components have been updated to support theming:
The dark mode provides excellent contrast ratios and maintains the application's professional appearance while reducing eye strain in low-light conditions.
Fixes #70.
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