Interfacing with another system user account details

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3/30/2009 3:21:44 AM
lostgirl
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Interfacing with another system user account details

Dear all,

 

I was wondering if it is possible to interface mojoportal user/login account to another system's database? Currently, my users have a few systems which have their own user accoutns and passwords to remember by. To lighten the burden of my users, I would like to interface it to one of this system's user account table rather than using active directory. Currently, our active directory is experiencing a lot of problems and most users use a common user account rather than their own individual active directory account. Since I have no control over active directory, the option that I have raised seemed like a better alternative. I just need you guys to point out which files/functions in mojoportal I need to amend to accomplish what I have raised earlier. Thanks in advance.

 

Regards,

Farah K.

3/30/2009 6:23:28 AM
Joe Audette
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Re: Interfacing with another system user account details

There are different strategies one may use for integration. One technique is to use sql triggers to keep data in sync. Another is to create your own custom login page and replace the one in mojoportal. You will have to come up with your own strategy to meet your needs, but those are a couple of ideas.

Hope it helps,

Joe 

4/1/2009 4:23:23 AM
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Re: Interfacing with another system user account details

Thanks Joe for the ideas.

 

I think I will try to create my own custom login page first. But if I decide to pursue this option, how will it affect the group profiling, etc in mojoportal? What should I keep in mind when doing a custom login page?

 

Regards,

Farah K.

4/1/2009 6:16:06 AM
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Re: Interfacing with another system user account details

You are going to have to learn and understand both systems to do integration. I can answer some specific questions but I cannot guide you step by step through your project. I have my own work to do. 

Best,

Joe

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