Directus v11.14: AI Chat Beta, Bulk Downloads + More

Directus 11.14 introduces several key updates aimed at enhancing user experience and integration capabilities, including simplified custom authentication with third-party JWT validation and a tutorial to guide users through the process. The update features bulk file and folder downloads, allowing users to select and download multiple files or entire folder trees as a ZIP, thereby streamlining asset management. A new Header interface is introduced to improve data entry by organizing complex collections into visually structured forms, making them more navigable without altering the data model. Additionally, the update enhances integration with existing IAM infrastructures by allowing Directus to validate JWTs from providers like Okta and Auth0, enabling scalable authentication management across services with scope-based permission mapping. Other improvements include enhancements to number input validation, resizable sidebars, and several bug fixes, ensuring a more robust and flexible platform for users.