Cisco Panoptica
Overview
Designed and developed Panoptica from scratch. Panoptica is a Cisco’s cloud-based application security solution designed for transitioning from code to cloud, offers effortless scalability across clusters and various multi-cloud settings.
Summary
Panoptica provides a comprehensive suite of features to address the unique security challenges associated with cloud-native applications. By combining advanced security technologies with intuitive management capabilities, it empowers organizations to confidently embrace the cloud while ensuring the integrity and resilience of their applications and data.
Highlights
• Crafted the designs using Figma and Adobe XD
• Seamlessly transitioned the website's technology stack
• PHP and WordPress, complemented by various JavaScript libraries
• Plugins like HubSpot WordPress plugin, WP Rocket, Elementor, Yoast SEO
• Utilized MYSQL as the primary database management system
• Incorporated Segment and Analytics to gain valuable insights into
• Employed Split for conducting AB testing
• Leveraged Bootstrap 4.2.1 as the UI framework
Challanges
- Undertook the challenge of overhauling the website, necessitating a complete redesign to enhance its visual appeal and user experience.
- Transitioned the website from ReactJS to WordPress, a more user-friendly CMS, ensuring easier management and maintenance of content.
- Faced tight project timelines, requiring efficient project management and execution to meet deadlines successfully.
- Integrated Segment and Analytics into the website to monitor user journeys and track performance metrics, adhering to predetermined project timelines.
- Implemented third-party plugins such as HubSpot to seamlessly integrate forms and enhance website functionality.
- Addressed the challenge of improving core web vitals, focusing on optimizing website performance to meet desired standards.
- Successfully enhanced website performance over time, achieving improved core web vitals and overall user experience.
- Managed all analytics integration through Google Tag Manager and Google Analytics, ensuring comprehensive tracking and analysis capabilities.
Solutions
- To address the need for a revamped look and feel and the migration from ReactJS to WordPress, we formed a dedicated team with expertise in web design and CMS platforms.
- To overcome the challenge of tight project timelines, we adopted agile project management methodologies. We divided the project into smaller, manageable tasks and set clear milestones to track progress. Regular communication and collaboration among team members facilitated efficient task prioritization and problem-solving.
- By prioritizing essential tracking parameters and utilizing automation tools where possible, we streamlined the integration process and met the project deadline successfully.
- We thoroughly tested each plugin to ensure compatibility with the WordPress environment and existing website components. Regular updates and maintenance were performed to address any compatibility issues or security vulnerabilities, ensuring smooth operation of the integrated plugins.
- To address the challenge of failing core web vitals, we conducted a comprehensive performance audit of the website. We identified performance bottlenecks and implemented optimization strategies such as image optimization, code minification, and server-side caching. Continuous monitoring and performance testing helped us track improvements and ensure compliance with core web vital standards.
- We streamlined analytics integration by utilizing Google Tag Manager to centralize tracking codes and manage configurations, ensuring accurate data collection and leveraging Google Analytics for valuable insights into user behavior and website performance.