- Added `DEMO_MODE` to backend configuration with relaxed security support for specific demo accounts.
- Updated password validators to allow predefined weak passwords in demo mode.
- Auto-fill login forms with demo credentials via query parameters for improved demo accessibility.
- Introduced demo user creation logic during database initialization if `DEMO_MODE` is enabled.
- Replaced `img` tags with `next/image` for consistent and optimized visuals in branding elements.
- Refined footer, header, and layout components to incorporate improved logo handling.
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