Geonetwork UI
GeoNetwork UI is a suite of Applications made to provide a modern facade to your GeoNetwork 4 catalog. It also provides Web Components to embed various parts of your data catalog in third party websites.
Overview
GeoNetwork-UI is an innovative tool designed to enhance the usability of your GeoNetwork catalog. It offers a suite of applications and web components aimed at providing smoother navigation and improved user interaction. Whether you’re an end user or a developer, GeoNetwork-UI opens up a world of possibilities to better showcase and manage geospatial data.
Though primarily targeted towards developers, the user-friendly interface beckons non-technical users as well. With a focus on customization and easy integration into third-party websites, this solution promises to streamline the data catalog experience while encouraging a collaborative community through forums and discussions.
Features
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User-Friendly Interface: Intuitive design that simplifies navigation and improves the overall user experience with the catalog.
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Web Components: Easily embed various data catalog elements into external websites, enhancing accessibility and reach of your data.
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Local Development Setup: Quick setup process using Docker or from source to get the applications running locally with just a few commands.
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Interactive Storybook: Explore and interact with UI components individually, making it easier to understand features before integrating them into applications.
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Robust Testing Support: Comprehensive testing framework using Jest for unit tests, ensuring stability and quality of the applications.
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Community Engagement: Active forums and GitHub discussions encourage user and developer interaction, fostering a collaborative environment.
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Production Build Process: Streamlined build process for applications, with artifacts stored neatly in a dedicated directory for easy management.
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