Implementation of an informational desktop system extended with a dedicated App Launcher application for the Windows operating system for a prestigious governmental institution
Implementation of an informational desktop system extended with a dedicated App Launcher application for the Windows operating system for a prestigious governmental institution
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Customer presentation

Customer presentation

For one of our clients we have built a unique information management platform. Presented organization, for which the user's satisfaction with the solutions offered is of key importance, had sent an inquiry to Net PC. The goal was to design, implement and take care of further development and maintenance of the data management system on the website. The organization plays a key role in the popular science, research, and education areas in Poland and Central Europe - thanks to the sharing and storage of data, programs, and other materials related to the history and societies of given regions of Poland.

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Project description

  1. For the institution, the key was to create a new dedicated solution based on a content management system
  2. In addition, our tasks included the provision of maintenance services, hosting and platform development
  3. Another very important task for the Net PC team was to prepare the platform visualization using modern 3D technologies
  4. Ultimately, one of the goals of the project was to create an additional dedicated desktop application for the Windows operating system, used to present informational content and download games and applications of the institution
  5. The created platform contains data on, among others, research authorizations, and is also integrated with other content management systems
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Customer challenges

Customer challenges
  1. Lack of advanced information management system in social educational spaces
  2. Lack of AppLauncher desktop application that can be installed on the user's computer for downloading and installing games and applications
  3. Need of connecting AppLauncher to the information service via API and automatically download data
  4. Lack of broadly understood visual identification
  5. Lack of dedicated content management solution and no additional desktop application for content presentation and AppLauncher downloads
  6. Lack of a permanent, stable partner providing maintenance services, hosting and development of the platform and related components
  7. The need for the organization to prepare a very attractive visualization and identification of the office with the use of modern 3D animation technologies
  8. The need to create a desktop application for the Windows operating system. The goal of the system should be to present content and download games and applications of the discussed institution
  9. There is no partner that would fully meet the client's needs
  10. Issues with extending the information reach of the produced content through integration with systems. The goal of the platform is to establish cooperation in the field of sending notifications
  11. Taking care of SEO solutions
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Our solutions

Our solutions
  1. Design, development and implementation of a comprehensive information management platform in social and educational spaces
  2. Implementation of an AppLauncher that can be installed on the user's computer on the WIndows system for downloading and installing games and applications. AppLauncher has been connected to the information service via API and automatically downloads data and applications
  3. App Launcher management via REST API
  4. Developing all elements of the visual identification
  5. Construction of a bilingual website with the possibility of further expansion with additional language versions
  6. Designing unique 3D animation visualizations in line with the expectations of our partner
  7. Creating a modern, user-friendly website with a clear menu and intuitive, logical navigation
  8. Application of the best practices in the area of UX and UI in accordance with the needs of our partner
  9. Development of detailed rules for navigation and user service
  10. Creating a unique, scalable information management solution
  11. Preparation of mock-ups and dedicated graphics for our client
  12. Providing functionality for adding personalized Facebook and Vimeo videos
  13. Integration with operational systems in the field of sending notifications
  14. Ensuring the system's compliance with the GDPR
  15. Ensuring the operational security of the application
  16. Possibility to register/log in for external users, broken down by user types
  17. Ability to set the visibility of the content depending on the type of user
  18. Implementing intuitive functionality for sending newsletters
  19. Application of the administration panel with the ability to send messages
  20. Ability to embed games directly through the browser
  21. Providing training and support in delivering the content to the system
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Technologies and processes used in the project

  1. Creating a desktop application for the Windows operating system
  2. The system was made in the Linux system environment using the MySQL database
  3. The website meets the requirements of W3R (World Wide Web Consortium)li>
  4. 3D animation technology was used to develop the visual elements of the platform
  5. Modern web servers implemented: Apache and NGINX
  6. Responsive technologies have been implemented throughout the project
  7. Technologies meet the requirements of W3R and WCAG 2.1
  8. In the project, we used processes aimed at optimizing the website in terms of search (SEO)
  9. In the project, we have implemented a repository enabling parallel work of many users/editors, including adding many files at the same time
  10. The project implements the functionalities of browsing, cataloging, sorting, adding, deleting and renaming files
  11. Implementation of PHP language
  12. Implementation of the processes of adding photos and galleries through the application
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Project results

  1. Implementation of AppLauncher for the Windows operating system used for downloading and installing games and applications
  2. Connecting Applauncher with the news service and the ability to manage it via REST API. -Functionality of AppLauncher to automatically download data and applications and display them in the application
  3. Designing a content and information management system with an administrative panel, all administrative and editorial functions
  4. Created system has a system of roles and permissions (administrator, editor, external user)
  5. The system also has the ability to add new materials and edit existing ones by authorized persons
  6. Creating a unique application that meets the requirements of W3R (World Wide Web Consortium) and (Responsive Web Design)
  7. The system also meets the requirements of WCAG 2.1
  8. The application has the ability to embed video files in articles and on websites
  9. The system has the ability to place video graphics in articles and on websites
  10. We have also managed to build in a photo optimization mechanism (compression, scaling, cropping)
  11. The system has an option to turn on the working mode, which allows users to temporarily access a given page
  12. The application allows you to add new materials and edit existing ones
  13. Creating a page that allows you to edit meta tags
  14. Adding virtual exhibitions management functionality
  15. Ability to share pages on social networks such as Facebook and Twitter
  16. We have provided the scope of the project according to the agreed time frame and budget
  17. We managed to build the system according to the demanding UX and UI rules
  18. We are developing the system by adding new functionalities and modifications to improve its operation
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Conclusion

 Conclusion

Net PC IT commandos have managed to build unique information and content management system with additional cooperating systems. We have demonstrated that due to the experience we have gained, we are a trusted partner for our long-lasting partners. The development of a desktop application for the Windows operating system for our partner was a great success for our team. In addition, as a result of our specialization in building dedicated IT solutions, we have managed to obtain high customer satisfaction from the creation of this platform. In order to meet the client's requirements, we applied the latest technologies, agile methodology and most effective practices from the software development field. In addition, we have created an intuitive tool using modern and advanced IT technologies. We are convinced that this platform will support many users located in Central Europe. Creating an intuitive user path was a big challenge for us in the project. However, thanks to our UX / UI design team, we managed to create intuitive dedicated content management solutions with a very attractive interface with elements of 3D animations. 


We are ready to build more dedicated IT solutions for our partners!