# Event-Day Preflight Checklist

Complete this list at least 60 minutes before doors open.

## Server & Network

- [ ] Server is powered on and accessible at the public URL
- [ ] `docker compose ps` shows all containers healthy
- [ ] Local DNS record resolves: `ping auction.event.lan` responds from server LAN IP
- [ ] Event Wi-Fi SSID is broadcasting; test device can connect
- [ ] Failover test: disconnect WAN, confirm app loads via local hostname, reconnect WAN
- [ ] UPS is charged and protecting server + network gear

## Application

- [ ] Log in as admin at `/admin`
- [ ] Correct event is set to **published** status
- [ ] All auction items are entered with opening bids and increments
- [ ] Silent auction windows have correct open/close times and timezone
- [ ] Soft-close is configured on silent items
- [ ] Stripe keys are set; run a test payment in Stripe test mode
- [ ] Twilio Verify is working: send a test OTP to your phone

## Staff Devices

- [ ] Auctioneer tablet loaded at `/staff/auctioneer`, logged in with `auctioneer` role
- [ ] Spotter phone(s) loaded at `/staff/spotter`, logged in with `spotter` role
- [ ] Check-in tablet(s) loaded at `/staff/check-in`, logged in with `checkin_staff` role
- [ ] Display board TV/projector loaded at `/display` (no login required)
- [ ] All staff devices are connected to the event SSID

## Bidder Registration

- [ ] CSV import completed (or manual bidders entered)
- [ ] Paddle numbers assigned for pre-registered bidders
- [ ] QR code registration link / printed QR codes ready at check-in desk
- [ ] Test bidder account works: log in, view silent catalog, place a test bid, see outbid notification

## Backups

- [ ] Database backup triggered: `docker compose exec db pg_dump -U storybid storybid > backup-$(date +%F).sql`
- [ ] Backup file copied off the event server (USB drive or remote location)

## Go/No-Go

All items checked → **Go**.  Any blocker → resolve before opening bidding.