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HRMLess
HRMLess is a modernized version of the open-source HRM platform Horilla, re-engineered for scalability, automation, and enterprise-grade security. Built with Django, HTMX, and PostgreSQL, HRMLess leverages Docker and Kubernetes for containerized deployments, powered by DigitalOcean infrastructure. GitHub Actions automates CI/CD pipelines, while Keycloak provides secure authentication. Integrations with Jotform and Stripe further enhance HR workflows. The result is a robust, cloud-native HRM solution for businesses of all sizes.
Case Study
Introduction
HRMLess was designed to solve common HR management challenges through a scalable, secure, and integration-ready platform. Deployed on DigitalOcean, the project combined open-source flexibility with cloud-native practices. Stakeholders included HR departments, IT admins, and enterprise teams seeking reliable and automated HR solutions.
Project Name / Code:
HRMLess (HRM)
Category:
Human Resource Management (HR Tech / SaaS)
Location
Global (Cloud-hosted on DigitalOcean)
Project start date
13-Jan-2025
Project Name / Code:
HRMLess (HRM)
Category:
Human Resource Management (HR Tech / SaaS)
Location:
Global (Cloud-hosted on DigitalOcean)
Project Start Date:
13-Jan-2025
About
Problem Statement
Traditional HRM tools lacked automation, scalability, and robust integrations, often requiring costly infrastructure and manual workflows. The absence of a unified authentication layer and integrated services such as forms and payments slowed down HR processes and increased IT overhead.
Objectives
- Automate deployments with a CI/CD pipeline on GitHub Actions.
- Use DigitalOcean Droplets for development servers.
- Deploy production workloads using DigitalOcean Kubernetes with Docker containers.
- Manage PostgreSQL databases through DigitalOcean Managed Databases for both dev and prod environments.
- Integrate Keycloak for secure authentication and SSO.
- Enable seamless HR workflows with Jotform and Stripe.
- Deliver a lightweight, responsive user interface using HTMX and Bootstrap.
Implementation
- Codebase: Built on Django with PostgreSQL as the database.
- Frontend: Designed with HTMX (dynamic interactions) and Bootstrap (responsive design).
- Authentication: Implemented Keycloak for centralized identity and role-based access control.
- Integrations:
- Jotform for onboarding and HR request forms.
- Stripe for payroll and subscription-based payments.
- Jotform for onboarding and HR request forms.
- Infrastructure & Deployment:
- DigitalOcean Droplets for development environments.
- DigitalOcean Kubernetes (DOKS) to orchestrate Dockerized containers for production.
- DigitalOcean Managed PostgreSQL Databases for secure, scalable data storage in dev and prod.
- DigitalOcean Droplets for development environments.
- CI/CD: Automated builds, tests, and deployments via GitHub Actions.
Key Takeaways:
- Shifted from manual setups to cloud-native DigitalOcean services.
- Ensured scalable deployments with Kubernetes.
- Simplified HR workflows with integrated forms and payments.
Results / Outcomes
The revamped Childfree BC website successfully transformed the user experience and online presence of the organization.
- KPIs / Metrics:
- 45% increase in average session duration within 2 months.
- 60% improvement in mobile usability score.
- Faster page load time (from ~5s to under 2s).
- 45% increase in average session duration within 2 months.
- Before & After Comparison:
- Before: Outdated design, limited mobile support, poor navigation.
- After: Modern, fully responsive design, improved navigation, better content accessibility.
- Before: Outdated design, limited mobile support, poor navigation.
- Key Improvements:
- Improved SEO structure → better visibility on search engines.
- Enhanced engagement → more time spent exploring resources.
- Professional digital presence → strengthened brand credibility.
- Improved SEO structure → better visibility on search engines.
Technologies
Technologies / Tools that We used to achieve this task
