### **Performance & UI Enhancements**  
* **Adaptive Timers (Experimental)** – Faster node feedback for improved responsiveness.  
* **Streamlined About Dialog** – Cleaner, more informative UI.  
* **Improved Diagnostics & Console Output** – Better error reporting and license activation via CLI.  
* **Property Binding Menu** – Enhanced visuals for a smoother experience.  
* **Missing VC++ Warning** - Portable install will warn if C++ redistributable is missing.

### **File Management & Licensing**  
* **Floating License Management** – New option to **permanently release** a floating license.  
* **Thumbnail Storage Options** – Choose to store thumbnails **centrally** instead of next to the file.  
* **Save System Improvements** – More **robust handling of file saves**.  
* **File Size Estimation** – Now available in the **Bake Menu**.  
* **Build Command-Line Preview Fixes** – Prevents crashes if `ESC` is pressed.  
* **Status Bar Warning** – Notifies users if the highest-rated compute device is disabled.  
* **Hybrid Build Error Messaging** – More accurate feedback.  