Improve SQLITE deprecation message in Tyk Dashboard RN

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Description

• Expanded and clarified deprecation notice for authentication methods.

• Added detailed explanation of SQLite End of Life.

• Provided migration recommendations to PostgreSQL or MongoDB.

• Explained technical benefits of removing SQLite dependency.

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  A["Old Deprecation Notice"] -- "Replaced with" --> B["Expanded Auth Methods Deprecation"]
  A -- "Replaced with" --> C["Detailed SQLite End of Life Section"]
  B -- "Recommends" --> D["JWT Authentication"]
  C -- "Recommends" --> E["PostgreSQL or MongoDB"]
  C -- "Explains" --> F["Benefits: Static Binary, No CGO, RHEL8 Support"]

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Documentation	dashboard.md Expanded and clarified deprecation and migration guidance tyk-docs/content/developer-support/release-notes/dashboard.md Rewrote and expanded the deprecation section for clarity. Added detailed rationale for SQLite deprecation and migration advice. Provided technical explanation of CGO/static binary benefits. Improved formatting and structure for easier reading. +36/-8

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⚡ Recommended focus areas for review Clarity and Accuracy The expanded deprecation and migration guidance should be reviewed for technical accuracy, clarity, and consistency with current product support and messaging. This section highlights features and dependencies that have been deprecated. ##### Authentication Methods We’ve deprecated the following authentication methods in this release: * **[External OAuth]({{< ref "api-management/client-authentication#integrate-with-external-authorization-server-deprecated" >}})** * Tyk Classic: `external_oauth` * Tyk OAS: `server.authentication.securitySchemes.externalOAuth` * **[OpenID Connect (OIDC)]({{< ref "api-management/client-authentication#integrate-with-openid-connect-deprecated" >}})** * Tyk Classic: `auth_configs.oidc` * Tyk OAS: `server.authentication.oidc` We recommend migrating to **[JWT Authentication]({{< ref "basic-config-and-security/security/authentication-authorization/json-web-tokens" >}})** for improved flexibility and long-term support. ##### SQLite End of Life SQLite has reached **End of Life** for the Tyk Dashboard in this release. It was previously intended for **proof-of-concept** use only and is no longer supported. We now recommend using **PostgreSQL** or **MongoDB** for both development and production deployments, as they provide greater scalability and long-term support. **Why This Matters** * SQLite is written in **C**, and using it in Go projects typically requires [**CGO**](https://golang.org/cmd/cgo/), which enables Go code to call C libraries. * As long as the Dashboard depended on SQLite, CGO was required. * With SQLite removed, the Tyk Dashboard can now be compiled with `CGO_ENABLED=0`, resulting in a **fully static binary**. This change enables: * Easier cross-platform builds * Better compatibility with **RHEL8** * Fewer dependencies and improved portability

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PR Analysis: Improve SQLite Deprecation Message in Tyk Dashboard Release Notes

This PR enhances the SQLite deprecation message in the Tyk Dashboard release notes, significantly improving clarity and providing better context for users.

Changes Made

The PR transforms a simple paragraph about SQLite deprecation into a well-structured, informative section that:

1. Adds a clear heading - "SQLite End of Life" makes the deprecation more visible
2. Improves formatting - Uses bullet points and bold text for better readability
3. Provides technical context - Explains the CGO dependency issue
4. Clarifies the benefits of removing SQLite:
   • Enables fully static binary compilation (CGO_ENABLED=0)
   • Facilitates easier cross-platform builds
   • Improves compatibility with RHEL8
   • Reduces dependencies and enhances portability

Impact

These changes help users better understand:

• Why SQLite is being deprecated (technical reasons beyond just scalability)
• What alternatives they should use (PostgreSQL or MongoDB)
• The technical benefits this change brings to the Tyk Dashboard

The improved message structure and formatting also aligns with the style of other sections in the release notes, creating a more consistent and professional document.

This is a valuable improvement that provides users with clearer guidance during this transition away from SQLite support.

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