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Nova Administration

Introduction​

Nova is Publica.la's powerful administrative interface that provides comprehensive tools for managing the platform. Built on Laravel Nova, it offers an intuitive and efficient way to handle content management, user administration, commerce operations, and system maintenance.

This documentation section covers all aspects of Nova administration, from understanding available actions to implementing best practices for platform management.

Documentation Structure​

Nova Actions Guide​

Comprehensive documentation for each Nova action, including:

  • Detailed explanations of action purposes and usage scenarios
  • Permission requirements and conditional availability
  • Performance considerations and best practices
  • Troubleshooting guidance and real-world examples
  • Direct links to all Nova resources

Quick Reference​

A condensed reference guide featuring:

  • Complete action summary tables organized by resource
  • Permission matrix and statistics
  • Common workflows and error resolution
  • Direct resource links for immediate access

Key Features​

Resource-Based Organization​

Nova organizes administrative functions around 9 primary resources with custom actions:

Action Categories​

Nova actions are designed for different operational needs:

  1. Bulk Actions: Operate on multiple records simultaneously for efficient data management
  2. Standalone Actions: System-wide operations that don't require record selection
  3. Conditional Actions: Available only under specific circumstances or configurations
  4. Queued Actions: Asynchronous operations for resource-intensive tasks with email notifications

Permission System​

Nova implements a three-tier permission structure:

  • Super Administrator (24 actions): Full system access including destructive operations
  • Administrator (12 actions): Standard administrative functions
  • All Users (1 action): Limited marketplace access for content acquisition

Getting Started​

Accessing Nova​

Nova is accessible at https://app.publica.la/nova for authorized administrators. Authentication is integrated with the main Publica.la system.

  1. Start with Guide: Use the Nova Actions Guide to understand detailed functionality
  2. Reference Quick Tables: Consult the Quick Reference for rapid action lookup
  3. Direct Resource Access: Use provided resource links for immediate Nova access

Basic Workflow​

  1. Identify the appropriate resource for your task
  2. Review action requirements and permissions
  3. Select records for bulk actions or navigate to detail view
  4. Execute actions with proper confirmation when required
  5. Monitor system notifications for completion status

Common Administrative Tasks​

Content Management Workflows​

  • Publication processing and optimization
  • Marketplace listing management
  • Licensing and pricing configuration
  • Content distribution and sharing

User and Customer Operations​

  • Account management and troubleshooting
  • Payment reconciliation and reporting
  • Promotional campaign creation
  • Data export and analysis

System Administration​

  • Feature configuration and customization
  • SFTP access management
  • Performance monitoring and optimization
  • SEO and technical maintenance

Best Practices Summary​

Security and Permissions​

  • Follow principle of least privilege
  • Regularly audit user access levels
  • Always confirm destructive operations
  • Monitor action logs for accountability

Performance Optimization​

  • Use queued actions for large datasets
  • Schedule intensive operations during off-peak hours
  • Monitor system resources during bulk operations
  • Break large tasks into manageable batches

Data Management​

  • Maintain regular backups before destructive actions
  • Test operations in staging environments when possible
  • Document significant system changes
  • Communicate planned maintenance to affected users

Support Resources​

Documentation Hierarchy​

  1. Detailed Implementation: Nova Actions Guide
  2. Reference Lookup: Quick Reference

Additional Support​

  • Technical Assistance: Contact Publica.la support team
  • Training Resources: Available through the admin portal
  • Custom Development: Consult with the development team
  • System Updates: Monitor release notes for new features

Conclusion​

Nova provides a comprehensive administrative toolkit that scales from simple content management to complex system operations. This documentation structure ensures administrators can quickly find the information they need, whether seeking a high-level overview or detailed implementation guidance.

The streamlined approach eliminates duplication while providing multiple access paths to information, supporting both quick reference needs and comprehensive learning requirements.

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