New Urban Agenda Platform Upgrade and Edits

Project Link: New Urban Agenda Platform

Responsibilities:

• Untangling from Global Future Cities:

  • Separated the New Urban Agenda Platform from the Global Future Cities website to ensure independent functionality and branding.
  • Migrated and restructured content to align with the New Urban Agenda’s goals and objectives.

• Upgrading from Drupal 7 to Drupal 8:

  • Planned and executed the migration from Drupal 7 to Drupal 8, ensuring minimal downtime and data integrity.
  • Modernized the platform’s architecture to improve performance, scalability, and security.
  • Updated custom modules and themes to be compatible with Drupal 8.
  • Conducted thorough testing to ensure a seamless transition for users.

• Edits to Declared Actions (2023):

  • Updated and streamlined the “Declared Actions” section to reflect the latest initiatives and commitments.
  • Improved the user interface for easier navigation and accessibility of declared actions.
  • Collaborated with stakeholders to ensure the updates aligned with the platform’s strategic goals.

• Additional Enhancements:

  • Optimized the website for faster load times and improved user experience.
  • Ensured compliance with accessibility standards to make the platform usable for all audiences.
  • Provided training and documentation for the team to manage the updated platform effectively.

Key Achievements:

• Successfully upgraded the platform to Drupal 8, future-proofing it for further developments.
• Delivered a fully independent and modernized platform that better serves the New Urban Agenda’s mission.
• Enhanced the “Declared Actions” section to provide clearer and more actionable insights for users.
• Improved overall platform performance, accessibility, and user engagement.

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