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feat(records): unify tagging system to use string usernames and integrate suggestions endpoint

Laxman Reddy requested to merge feat/hashtags-search-system into develop

Title (semantic)

feat(records): persist hashtags and tagged usernames across upload, edit, and refresh

Description

This merge request implements persistent hashtag and tagged username support for records in the backend.

Changes Included

  • Added support for saving hashtags and tagged_usernames in record schemas.
  • Ensured tags entered during upload are stored correctly in the backend.
  • Fixed issue where tags appeared after edit/save but disappeared after page refresh.
  • Improved record update flow to preserve hashtags during record edits.
  • Added backend handling for tag parsing and persistence.
  • Updated upload validation schema to support hashtag/tagged user data.
  • Improved record retrieval response to include saved tags consistently.
  • Fixed backend behavior affecting frontend tag rendering after refresh.
  • Added stability improvements for upload finalize flow and metadata persistence.

Checklist

  • The feature has been fully implemented.
    • Tests for the new feature are included and passing.
    • User documentation/guides have been updated (if applicable).
    • Impact on existing functionality has been considered.
    • Existing upload and record flows remain backward compatible.
    • Tag persistence validated for upload, edit, and refresh scenarios.

Impact on Existing Functionality

  • Existing record upload functionality remains unchanged.
  • Additional metadata fields (hashtags, tagged_usernames) are now persisted.
  • Improves frontend consistency by ensuring saved tags remain visible after reload.
  • No breaking API changes introduced.

Related Issue(s)

Closes #<issue-number>

Testing Performed

  • Uploaded records with hashtags and tagged usernames.
  • Edited records and verified tag persistence.
  • Refreshed record detail pages to confirm tags remain visible.
  • Verified API response includes stored tag fields.
  • Confirmed compatibility with existing record schema.

Backend Files Updated

  • app/api/v1/endpoints/records.py
  • app/schemas/upload_validation.py
  • app/schemas/__init__.py
  • app/models/record.py
  • Related upload/tag persistence handling logic.

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Edited by Laxman Reddy

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