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Participes APP

Participes APP
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Language

PHP

Tool Type

Web app

License

Apache License, Version 2.0

Version

2.3.3

About the tool Responsible

Democracia en Red

Participes APP
What is it?

Participes APP is an advanced digital platform for governments and institutions. It allows the publication of goals and commitments, facilitating transparent monitoring of progress and promoting open governance. This tool improves citizen interaction with political processes by offering access to key information for informed and active participation in essential political decisions. Furthermore, it empowers citizens by providing means to debate, vote and influence politics, thereby strengthening democratic foundations and improving the quality of public governance.

What problems does it solve?

Participes APP solves the problem of lack of transparency in public management and the challenge of effectively involving citizens in democratic processes. It provides a platform that democratizes political information and encourages more active and conscious citizen participation, crucial to improving transparency and accountability in governance.

How does the tool work?

**Robust Backend Development**: Utilizes Laravel, a PHP framework known for its elegant syntax and robust features, to handle server-side logic efficiently. **Dynamic Frontend Integration**: Incorporates modern JavaScript technologies to create interactive and user-friendly interfaces. **Containerized Deployment**: Employs Docker to containerize the application, ensuring consistent environments across development, testing, and production stages. **Automated Testing and Quality Assurance**: Integrates PHPUnit for backend testing and StyleCI for continuous code quality checks, ensuring the application's reliability and maintainability. **Asset Compilation and Management**: Uses Laravel Mix, a fluent API for defining Webpack build steps, for efficient management and compilation of assets. **Database Management**: Features a well-structured database directory, indicating streamlined handling of database migrations, models, and seeds. **Version Control Integration**: Implements Git for version control, supporting effective team collaboration and code management. **Scalable Architecture**: Designed with scalability in mind, allowing for easy adaptation to growing user demands and evolving business needs. **Comprehensive Documentation**: Provides detailed documentation, including setup, deployment, and migration guides, facilitating ease of use and understanding. **Code Style Consistency**: Enforces coding standards through StyleCI, ensuring a consistent code style across the project.

Open standards

Built with PHP and Laravel: leverages the Laravel framework for a robust and efficient structure. Develops the frontend with modern JavaScript, ensuring a dynamic user experience. Containerization with Docker: facilitates deployment and scalability through containers. Automates testing with phpunit, ensuring quality and reliability. Implements Styleci to maintain consistent coding standards. Manages databases with migrations and seeders, simplifying configuration and versioning. Configures CI/CD for continuous testing and deployment.

Sector
Reform or Modernization of the State
Functionality
Citizen reports
Sustainable development goals
Peace justice and strong institutions
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Participes APP: Empowering Commitments Participes APP: Empowering Commitments

Goal Tracking Platform: computer, tablet, and mobile interface. Publishes and updates government goals. Allows citizen validation and comments. Buttons: "Implement" and "See more".

Accessible Open-Source Software Accessible Open-Source Software

The image shows three icons on a pink background: adjusters with "Customizable", a cube with "Open Source", and a folder with "Easy installation". They represent key features of the platform.

Highlights of the Reporting Tool" Highlights of the Reporting Tool"

Visual Report of the Goal Tracking Platform: Update goals, attach photos, georeference, allows new reports or milestones, and subscribe for updates. "Subscribe" button on the mobile app.

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