Overview
JKAN is a lightweight, backend-free open data portal powered by Jekyll. It is designed to make the installation and maintenance of open-source data portals easier for small government agencies or resource-strapped organizations. The main purpose of JKAN is to provide a simple way to create an open data portal by leveraging the features of Jekyll, a static site generator.
Features
- Backend-free: JKAN does not require a traditional backend system, making it lightweight and easy to manage.
- Installation: JKAN offers a straightforward installation process, allowing users to set up their open data portal quickly.
- Upgrading: Keeping the JKAN portal up to date is made simple through the provided upgrading guides.
- Schema customization: Users have the ability to customize the data schema to fit their specific needs.
- Running locally: JKAN can be easily run and tested locally before being deployed to a public server.
- Demo site: A demo site is available to showcase the capabilities and features of JKAN.
- Documentation: Extensive documentation is provided to guide users on how to use and customize JKAN.
- Architecture: JKAN's design and architecture are built on Jekyll, making it easy to understand and extend.