ShibaACC

Table of Contents

1. Overview
2. Role
3. Problem
4. Goal
5. Solution
6. Technical Implementation
7. Challenges and Learnings
8. Final Thoughts

Overview

ShibaACC is a modern Automatic Account Creator (AAC) built for Open Tibia Servers, providing a complete web-based solution for OT communities. Built with Next.js, TypeScript, and MySQL, it offers secure account management, real-time server monitoring, and an intuitive user experience.

The project aims to modernize the traditional AAC experience by providing encrypted cookies, secure APIs, and a responsive design that works across all devices.

👨‍💻 Role

Lead Developer and System Architect

❓ Problem

Traditional Open Tibia Server AACs faced several challenges:

1. Outdated PHP-based systems with security vulnerabilities
2. Poor user experience and non-responsive designs
3. Lack of real-time server status monitoring
4. Insecure session management and data handling
5. Limited character and guild management features

🎯 Goal

1. Create a modern, secure AAC using current web technologies
2. Implement real-time server monitoring via socket connections
3. Provide responsive design for all device types
4. Ensure secure user authentication and data protection
5. Build scalable architecture for growing OT communities

✨ Solution

Technical Architecture

The application uses a modern tech stack:

• Next.js for server-side rendering and optimal performance
• TypeScript for type safety and better development experience
• MySQL for reliable data storage
• Socket connections for real-time protocol status parsing
• Encrypted cookies for secure session management

Key Features Implemented

1. Account Management: Secure registration, login, and character creation
2. Real-time Monitoring: Live server status and player count via socket protocol
3. Character System: Complete character management with statistics
4. Guild System: Guild creation and management features
5. Security: Encrypted sessions and secure API endpoints
6. Responsive Design: Mobile-first approach for all devices

⚙️ Technical Implementation

Database Design

Created comprehensive MySQL schema supporting:

• User accounts with secure password hashing
• Character data with statistics and inventory
• Guild system with ranks and member management
• Server configuration and status tracking

Real-time Features

• Socket-based server monitoring
• Live player count updates
• Real-time guild activity tracking

Security Measures

• Encrypted cookie sessions
• SQL injection prevention
• XSS protection
• Rate limiting for API endpoints

🧪 Challenges and Learnings

1. Protocol Integration: Implementing socket-based communication with OT servers required deep understanding of the protocol structure
2. Security Implementation: Balancing user experience with robust security measures in a gaming environment
3. Performance Optimization: Ensuring fast loading times while handling real-time data updates
4. Cross-platform Compatibility: Supporting various OT server distributions and versions

✨ Final Thoughts

1. Modern Architecture Pays Off: Using Next.js and TypeScript significantly improved development speed and code maintainability
2. Security First Approach: Implementing proper security measures from the start prevented common vulnerabilities found in legacy AACs
3. Community Impact: The project received positive feedback from the OT community and influenced other AAC projects to modernize
4. Open Source Benefits: Making the project open source allowed community contributions and faster bug resolution