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v1.8.0

TrafficGuard/typedaiv1.8.0Jul 10, 2026by shrimbly

AI Summary

Node Banana v1.8.0 introduces a new template-driven Split Grid workflow editor, improves large-canvas rendering performance, and adds support for the Nano Banana 2 Lite model.

Key Highlights

  • New template-driven Split Grid workflow editor with per-cell node graphs.
  • Nano Banana 2 Lite model registration and cost support.
  • Batched trackpad panning and reduced rendering cost at overview zoom levels.
  • Closable minimap with reliable viewport measurement.
  • Improved downstream router and switch dynamic-input passthrough.

New Features

  • New Split Grid workflow editor.
  • Nano Banana 2 Lite model support.
  • Cleaner OpenAI gateway errors without leaking upstream HTML.
  • Stronger persistence validation and legacy setting preservation.

Full Release Notes

## Highlights

- New template-driven Split Grid workflow editor with per-cell node graphs.
- Improved downstream router and switch dynamic-input passthrough.
- Nano Banana 2 Lite model registration and cost support.
- Batched trackpad panning and reduced rendering cost at overview zoom levels.
- Closable minimap with reliable viewport measurement.
- Safer group controls and labels while zoomed out.
- Cleaner OpenAI gateway errors without leaking upstream HTML.
- Stronger persistence validation and legacy Split Grid setting preservation.

## Quality

- Expanded regression coverage across Split Grid materialization, routing, canvas navigation, costs, and migrations.
- Full suite: 99 test files and 2,154 tests passed.
- Production build passed.
- CodeRabbit review completed with no remaining actionable feedback.

**Full changelog:** https://github.com/shrimbly/node-banana/compare/v1.7.0...v1.8.0