MarkMan Capital V.2
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Overview
In a dynamic financial landscape, the project addressed challenges, including streamlining complex subscription processes, ensuring reliable SMS notifications, Salesforce Heroku integration, Laravel codebase upgrade, and live site stability.
Addressing these challenges was crucial for MarkMan Capital to stay competitive and deliver a seamless investment experience.
Our Approach & Creative Problem-Solving
- In response to the identified challenges, our strategic planning involved introducing clear subscription models, devising a roadmap for SMS service integration, planning Salesforce Heroku deployment, and developing a comprehensive plan for the codebase upgrade.
- The methodology adopted was iterative, fostering continuous communication and collaboration with Markman Capital's team.
- As we navigated the implementation phase, creative problem-solving became paramount. Challenges like product packaging complexity, SMS service reliability, Salesforce Heroku integration intricacies, codebase upgrade challenges, and live site stability issues were met with innovative solutions.
- For instance, in addressing the complexity of product packaging, we introduced clear subscription models, each catering to distinct investor preferences. Ensuring SMS service reliability required in-depth testing and debugging to guarantee the reliable and timely delivery of trade insights. Salesforce Heroku integration was meticulously executed, addressing potential compatibility issues and leveraging the platform's capabilities.
- The codebase upgrade was approached with a phased strategy, resolving PHP version issues and ensuring compatibility. A meticulous process was implemented to maintain live site stability during updates, involving thorough testing and real-time performance monitoring.
- This combined approach ensured not only the successful resolution of challenges but also a proactive stance toward anticipating and creatively solving potential roadblocks.
Key Features
Comprehensive Redesign
- The user interface underwent a thorough redesign, introducing interactive elements and ensuring a modern, intuitive experience.
Diverse Subscription Models
- Various subscription models, including Fast Track, Strategic Advantage, Precision ETFs, Tactical Options, and the Master Package (BOMB), were introduced.
Salesforce Heroku Migration
- The platform underwent a smooth migration to Salesforce Heroku, ensuring scalability and efficiency.
Seamless Integration
- Features were seamlessly integrated, providing a cohesive and user-friendly platform.
Real-time SMS Notifications
- A robust system for real-time SMS notifications was implemented to enhance user engagement.
Laravel 5 to Laravel 8 Upgrade
- The codebase transitioned seamlessly from Laravel 5 to the latest version, Laravel 8, unlocking new features and ensuring compatibility.
Technology Used
- Every technology choice was made meticulously, ensuring that each component contributed to a secure, scalable, and feature-rich investment platform. The selection of Laravel 8 with Angular provided a robust foundation for backend development, while Salesforce Heroku allowed scalable deployment. Highcharts facilitated interactive data visualization, contributing to a modern user interface. The inclusion of reCAPTCHA ensured the protection of user data. Comprehensive analytics were made possible through Facebook Pixel and Google Analytics.
- Cloudflare, acting as a CDN, significantly enhanced the website's performance. Frontend development was carried out using Bootstrap, HTML, and CSS to achieve a modern and intuitive user interface. PostgreSQL was chosen for its efficiency in secure database management. Stripe served as a reliable payment gateway, ensuring smooth and secure online transactions. For SMS notifications, SendGrid was integrated, guaranteeing a dependable real-time communication channel. AWS services, including a load balancer, were utilized for optimal performance, and Git provided efficient version control for the codebase.
- This detailed technological framework aimed to create a seamless, secure, and high-performance investment platform for Markman Capital.
Backend Development
- Laravel 8 with Angular provided a robust foundation for backend development.
Scalable Deployment
- Salesforce Heroku served as the Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) for scalable deployment.
Visualization
- High charts, a JavaScript graphics library, was employed for interactive data visualization.
Security
- reCAPTCHA was integrated to ensure user data protection.
Analytics
- Facebook Pixel and Google Analytics were utilized for comprehensive insights.
CDN for Performance
- Cloudflare, a Content Delivery Network (CDN), contributed to enhanced website performance.
Frontend Technologies
- Bootstrap, HTML, and CSS were employed to create a modern and user-friendly UI.
Database Management
- PostgreSQL was chosen for secure and efficient data management.
Payment Gateway
- Stripe facilitated seamless and secure online transactions.
SMS Services
- SendGrid was integrated for reliable SMS notifications.
AWS Services
- Load balancer and performance optimization were managed through Amazon Web Services (AWS).
Version Control
- Git was employed for efficient code version control.
Results & Impact
- Metrics showcased increased user engagement
- Successful Salesforce Heroku integration
- Upgraded codebase to Laravel 8
- Real-time SMS notifications, and the overall improved user interface.
- Improved SMS service reliability
- And live site stability during updates—reflecting the tangible impact of the project
- Positive client feedback emphasized the streamlined subscription process
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Conclusion
The MarkMan Project achieved its objectives, transforming MarkMan Capital's digital platform into a cutting-edge, user-friendly investment hub. The journey continues with a commitment to monitoring user feedback, implementing enhancements, and staying abreast of technological advancements.
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