Documentation - Regis University

System Overview

The Regis Portfolio Editor is a modern web-based system for managing student practicum portfolios (MSDS 692/696). Students login via GitHub OAuth and use an intuitive 26+ field form editor to create professional portfolios. The system features real-time validation, image cropping, automatic GitHub integration, and instant deployment.

🎓 For Students

• Login with GitHub OAuth - secure and simple
• Use web-based form editor - no coding required
• Upload files with built-in image cropper
• Real-time preview and validation
• Portfolios instantly deployed to regisportfolio.com

👩‍🏫 For Instructors

• Add students to encrypted database
• Students create portfolios independently
• Manage spotlight projects for exceptional work

Web Editor System

🚀 Modern Form-Based Editor

The web editor provides an intuitive interface where students fill out a comprehensive form (26+ fields) to create their portfolios. No coding, markdown, or technical knowledge required - just login with GitHub and start creating!

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GitHub OAuth

Secure authentication via GitHub accounts

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Form Editor

26+ fields with real-time validation

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Auto-Deploy

Instant deployment to live website

Key Features:

Image Cropper: Built-in tool for perfect avatar sizing
Skills Autocomplete: Suggestions for common tech skills

Form Validation: Real-time error checking
File Preview: See uploads before committing

Authentication & Security

GitHub OAuth 2.0 Authentication

Students authenticate using their GitHub accounts via industry-standard OAuth 2.0. The system validates against an encrypted student database and creates secure sessions. All student data is protected with AES-256 encryption for maximum security.

Security Features

AES-256 Encryption: Military-grade encryption for student database
GitHub Secrets: OAuth credentials stored in secure environment
Email Validation: @regis.edu domain requirement for access
Session Management: Encrypted sessions with timeout protection

Student Privacy

Full Control: Students maintain complete control of their data
No Data Retention: Editor doesn't store portfolio content separately
GitHub Transparency: All changes visible in commit history
FERPA Compliant: Educational records protected per federal law

Data Security Assurance

All student portfolio data is encrypted at rest and in transit. The system complies with FERPA regulations and institutional privacy policies. Students can request data deletion at any time through account settings.