Multi-Domain, Multi-Site Drupal Platform
Ametras designed and implemented a sophisticated Drupal platform for Questex, supporting multiple large media sites and events pages. This solution leverages a range of technologies to ensure high performance, scalability, and ease of management.
Key Technologies and Infrastructure
- Core Development (PHP and Drupal):
- Flexible CMS: PHP and Drupal form the core of the platform, providing a powerful content management system capable of handling complex requirements.
- Custom Modules: Developed custom Drupal modules to cater to the specific needs of each media site and event page.
- Interactive Front-End (Vue.js and Vanilla.js):
- Dynamic Experiences: Used Vue.js and Vanilla.js to create interactive and dynamic front-end experiences, enhancing user engagement.
- Responsive Design: Ensured all sites are fully responsive, providing a seamless experience across different devices and screen sizes.
- Performance Optimization (Cloudflare, MemCache, Varnish):
- Fast Load Times: Utilized Cloudflare for CDN services, MemCache for database caching, and Varnish for HTTP acceleration to ensure optimal performance.
- Robust Security: Cloudflare also provides robust security features, protecting the sites from various online threats.
- Development Environment (Vagrant and Docker):
- Streamlined Development: Employed Vagrant and Docker to create consistent and isolated development environments, ensuring smooth deployments.
Key Features Developed
- Multi-Domain Management:
- Unified Platform: Manages multiple domains and sites from a single Drupal platform, simplifying administration and content management.
- Extensive Customization: Allows for extensive customization for each domain, catering to specific branding and functionality requirements.
- Event Sites and Landing Pages:
- Integrated Event Management: Hosts various event sites and landing pages, such as IECSC Chicago and World Tea Expo, providing comprehensive event information and registration capabilities.
- Dynamic Content: Facilitates dynamic content updates and real-time information dissemination for events.
- Performance and Scalability:
- High Traffic Handling: Optimized to handle high traffic volumes, ensuring reliability and performance even during peak times.
- Scalable Infrastructure: The platform can scale seamlessly to accommodate the growing needs of Questex’s media properties.