Custom development - medical articles portal on Ruby on Rails

Custom development - medical articles portal on Ruby on Rails

A dynamic news portal offering high-quality content, developed using Ruby on Rails to enhance user engagement and support printed magazines.

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Client
Doctus
Year
2011
Services
Custom development
Platform
Ruby on Rails

Project overview

Doctus.lv is a platform offering qualitative, valuable, and engaging reading material in both electronic and printed formats. The primary goal was to create an online portal that not only provides access to magazine articles but also offers additional features to enhance the reading experience.

IT House was tasked with developing this portal from scratch using Ruby on Rails, ensuring a robust and scalable solution. The online portal aims to excite users about the content, encouraging them to purchase the printed magazines while both channels complement each other.

Custom development - medical articles portal on Ruby on Rails

Execution

The development of Doctus.lv involved several critical stages, focusing on creating an engaging and user-friendly platform that supplements the printed magazine.

Design and Development:

  • User Interface (UI) and User Experience (UX) Design: A clean and intuitive design was created to ensure easy navigation and access to articles only for medical person. The design process included wireframing, prototyping, and user testing to refine the user experience.
  • Backend Development with Ruby on Rails: Ruby on Rails was chosen for its efficiency and flexibility in developing custom news portals. The backend was designed to handle high traffic volumes and support various functionalities such as article categorization and search.
  • Content Management System (CMS): A custom CMS was developed to allow editors to easily publish and manage content. The CMS includes features such as scheduling, multimedia integration, and SEO optimization tools.

Project results

Doctus.lv has successfully enhanced the accessibility and appeal of its content, resulting in several positive outcomes:

  • Streamlined Content Management: The custom CMS has made it easy for editors to publish and manage articles, improving operational efficiency.
  • Enhanced User Experience: Users benefit from a seamless browsing experience with easy access to high-quality articles and additional content.
  • Boost in Magazine Sales: The online portal has successfully driven interest in the printed magazines, contributing to increased sales.
  • Positive Feedback: The platform has received positive feedback for its design, usability, and the quality of content provided.

The collaboration between IT House and Doctus has resulted in a robust and engaging news portal that not only meets current user needs but also supports the growth and visibility of the printed magazine.