System Architecture

System Architecture

This page provides an overview of the StateForce system's architecture, its main components, and how they interact.

Overview

• Brief description of the overall system design and main objectives.
• High-level architecture diagram (insert or link to image).

Main Components

1. Backend (Ruby on Rails)

• Responsibilities and key services/modules.
• Main APIs and background jobs.

2. Database (PostgreSQL)

• Data storage and main entities.
• Relationships overview.

3. Frontend (Hotwire + TailwindCSS)

• How the UI is structured.
• Real-time updates using Turbo Streams.

4. Asynchronous Processing (Sidekiq + Redis)

• Background job handling.
• Real-time notifications and updates.

5. Authentication & Authorization

• Devise and OmniAuth integration.
• Role-based access control.

6. External Integrations

• Third-party services (e.g., Google OAuth2).
• APIs and webhooks.

Data Flow

• Sequence diagrams or flowcharts for main processes (e.g., emergency resource allocation, user login).

Deployment Architecture

• Overview of deployment setup (servers, environment variables, scaling considerations).

Security Considerations

• Brief on how data is secured at rest and in transit.
• Access policies and audit logging.

Additional Resources

• Links to more detailed technical documentation, diagrams, or API docs.