On Fri, Apr 20, 2012 at 1:34 AM, Philip Ashlock <p
...@openplans.org> wrote:
> **
> This looks like it's taking the notion of "government as a platform" to
> the next level.
> My understanding is that the city is providing a new website called
> CitySync which runs parallel to the main city website - though could
> possibly replace the main website one day. This isn't just any government
> website though, it's meant to be something residents can really engage with
> and have a personalized account on. The real kicker is that the city is
> providing an SDK for developers to build apps that are integrated with the
> website (displayed through an iframe much like facebook apps). They provide
> a sample app that lets you do a look-up and analysis of schools:
> http://developer.pdxcitysync.org/sample-app/
> More info:
> http://developer.pdxcitysync.org/understanding-pdx-citysync/
> Demo:
> http://demo.pdxcitysync.org
> I don't think CitySync is open source yet, but I believe the city plans to
> open it at some point. It's built on Drupal 7.
> -------- Original Message -------- Subject: Introducing PDX CitySync Date:
> Thu, 19 Apr 2012 10:13:44 -0700
> Greetings --
> We are pleased to announce the release of our prototype version, "Demo
> Edition", of PDX CitySync. CitySync is an open platform for web-based apps
> built on open source technology in support of the Portland Plan's effort to
> better connect our community through important information and services
> targeted to both residents and local business. Please check out the
> prototype of PDX CitySync and let us know your thoughts, *
> http://demo.pdxcitysync.org* <http://demo.pdxcitysync.org>
> PDX CitySync offers both residents and local business a personalized way
> to access local news, information and events in and around Portland. End
> users will supply their interests, mode of transportation, and location
> with the platform to increase the relevancy of their information. CitySync
> also allows users to curate their content on their Home page by providing
> them control over the visibility and placement of their activated apps
> and/or services.
> PDX CitySync is not only a software development effort but a collaboration
> program with residents and local business. CitySync is seeking to
> collaborate with the community for ideas, apps, and related datasets to
> create useful tools and services developed for community stakeholders.
> In support of this collaboration effort, we're also making available the
> following collateral/information:
> - Developer Documentation: *http://developer.pdxcitysync.org*<http://developer.pdxcitysync.org>
> - Javascript SDK (software developer's kit): *
> http://developer.pdxcitysync.org/javascript-sdk*<http://developer.pdxcitysync.org/javascript-sdk>
> - Various APIs to civic data: *http://api.civicapps.org*<http://api.civicapps.org>
> Please also see our temporary splash page describing the overall program
> and outreach at: *http://pdxcitysync.org* <http://pdxcitysync.org>
> Thank you in advance for helping spread the word and any input or
> suggestions you may have!
> Best regards,
> --Rick
> Rick Nixon
> Program Manager, eGov
> BTS Technology Initiatives
> City of Portland, Oregon
> --
> Philip Ashlock
> Open Platforms Manager | CivicCommons.org <http://www.civiccommons.org/>&
> OpenPlans.org <http://www.openplans.org/> | @philipashlock<http://www.twitter.com/philipashlock>
