st.cache_resource

This release introduces lazy loading for st.dataframe, an icon parameter for st.metric, and background refresh for st.cache_data and st.cache_resource. It also includes several bug fixes and improvements to existing widgets.

This release addresses several bugs in Streamlit, improving the rendering of dataframes with many columns, file uploads with special characters, session state preservation, cache invalidation, and markdown rendering with LaTeX.

This release introduces significant feature enhancements, including markdown support in metrics and sliders, configurable sidebar width, and improved chat input UI. It also addresses numerous bugs related to accessibility, component state management, and theme application.