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First Steps After Login

Learn what to expect after logging into Conducky and how to navigate your dashboard based on your user type.

Understanding Your Dashboard​

After logging into Conducky, you'll be directed to your appropriate starting point based on your user type and event memberships.

First-Time Users​

What you'll see:

  • Global dashboard with information about joining events
  • Instructions for getting started
  • Links to documentation and support

Screenshot needed: First-time user dashboard showing welcome message and next steps

Next steps:

  1. Wait for event invitations from administrators
  2. Check your email for invitation links
  3. Contact organizers if you need access to specific events

Single Event Users​

What you'll see:

  • Global dashboard showing your one event
  • Quick access to event features
  • Event-specific statistics and activity

Screenshot needed: Dashboard with single event card showing event details and quick actions

What you can do:

  • Click "Go to Event" to enter the event workspace
  • Submit reports if you have Reporter role or higher
  • View your role and permissions

Multi-Event Users​

What you'll see:

  • Global dashboard with cards for all your events
  • Cross-event statistics and activity
  • Quick navigation between events

Screenshot needed: Dashboard with multiple event cards showing different roles and activities

What you can do:

  • Switch between events using event cards
  • View consolidated reports across events
  • Manage your profile and settings globally

System Admins​

What you'll see:

  • Global dashboard with system administration options
  • Access to create new events
  • System-wide management features

Screenshot needed: System admin dashboard showing admin navigation and system overview

Important note: System Admins need explicit event roles to access event data!

Understanding Navigation​

Conducky uses a three-level navigation system designed to help you work efficiently across different contexts:

1. Global Dashboard (/dashboard)​

Purpose: Multi-event overview and system-wide access
Who sees it: All logged-in users
What's here:

  • Cards for all events you belong to
  • Cross-event reporting features (for multi-event users)
  • Profile and account management access
  • System admin features (System Admins only)

2. Event Context (/events/[eventSlug]/)​

Purpose: Event-specific functionality and team collaboration
Who sees it: Users with roles in the specific event
What's here:

  • Event dashboard with activity overview
  • Report submission and management
  • Team management (Event Admins)
  • Event-specific settings

3. System Admin (/admin/)​

Purpose: Installation and system management
Who sees it: System Admins only
What's here:

  • Event creation and management
  • System-wide configuration
  • User management across events
  • Global settings and maintenance
Navigation Tips
  • Use breadcrumbs at the top to understand your current location
  • The sidebar navigation changes based on your current context
  • Your role in each event determines what navigation items you see

Need more navigation help? See the detailed Navigation Guide.

Home Page for Visitors​

Before logging in, the Conducky home page content depends on system configuration:

Public Event Listing Enabled​

  • Shows: List of all active events with links to public event pages
  • Purpose: Allows visitors to learn about events and find contact information
  • Access: Available to anyone visiting the site

Screenshot needed: Public home page showing list of events with descriptions

Public Event Listing Disabled​

  • Shows: Login and registration options only
  • Purpose: Keeps events private and requires authentication for all access
  • Access: Users must log in to see any event information

Screenshot needed: Private home page showing only login form

Administrator Control

The public event listing can be controlled by System Admins through System Settings. This affects what visitors see before authentication.

Getting Oriented in Your Event​

Once you've joined an event, take a few minutes to explore and understand the environment:

Explore the Event Dashboard​

  1. Event information: Name, dates, description
  2. Recent activity: Latest reports and team actions
  3. Quick stats: Summary of reports, team size, activity levels
  4. Navigation sidebar: Changes based on your role

Screenshot needed: Event dashboard showing activity feed, statistics, and role-based navigation

Understand Event-Specific Features​

  1. Report submission: Know how to submit reports quickly
  2. Team roster: See who's on the response team
  3. Event policies: Review any specific guidelines
  4. Contact information: Know how to reach administrators

Test Key Functions​

  1. Submit a test report (if appropriate for your role)
  2. Explore navigation to understand available features
  3. Check notification settings for this event
  4. Verify your contact information is current

Cross-Event Features​

If you participate in multiple events, Conducky provides powerful tools to manage your multi-event responsibilities efficiently.

Global Reports Dashboard (/dashboard/reports)​

Purpose: Unified view of reports across all your events
Who can access: Users with Responder or Event Admin roles in any event

What you can do:

  • View reports from all events where you have appropriate access
  • Filter by event, status, assignment, and priority
  • Search across all reports simultaneously
  • Perform bulk actions on multiple reports
  • Track your workload across multiple events

Screenshot needed: Cross-event reports dashboard showing filters and multi-event report list

Advanced filtering options:

  • By event: Focus on specific events
  • By status: Find reports needing attention
  • By assignment: See what's assigned to you
  • By priority: Handle urgent matters first
  • By date range: Review activity over time
  • By reporter: Track specific individuals (responders only)

Benefits for multi-event users:

  • Efficiency: No need to switch between events constantly
  • Prioritization: See urgent reports from all events in one place
  • Workload management: Balance responsibilities across events
  • Pattern recognition: Identify trends across your events

Notification Center (/dashboard/notifications)​

Purpose: Centralized alerts for all your event activities
Who can access: All logged-in users

What you get notified about:

  • New report submissions in your events
  • Status changes on reports you're involved with
  • Comments added to your reports
  • Assignment changes and team updates
  • Event-specific announcements

Screenshot needed: Notification center showing different types of notifications with priority indicators

Notification features:

  • Priority levels: Urgent, high, normal, low
  • Type filtering: Reports, comments, assignments, announcements
  • Read/unread status: Track what you've seen
  • Direct actions: Click to go directly to relevant content
  • Mobile optimized: Works great on phones and tablets

Customization options:

  • Email preferences: Choose what triggers emails
  • Frequency settings: Immediate, hourly, daily digests
  • Quiet hours: Set times when you don't want notifications
  • Event-specific settings: Different rules for different events
Notification Strategy

For multi-event users, consider setting up email notifications for urgent items and using the in-app notification center for everything else.

Mobile-First Experience​

Conducky is designed with mobile users as the primary focus:

Mobile Interface Features​

  • Touch-friendly: Large tap targets and swipe gestures
  • Responsive design: Adapts to all screen sizes
  • Fast loading: Optimized for mobile networks
  • Offline indicators: Clear feedback when connectivity is poor

Screenshot needed: Mobile view of dashboard showing responsive design and touch-friendly interface

Mobile Tips for Getting Started​

  1. Bookmark your dashboard: Add to home screen for quick access
  2. Enable notifications: Set up push notifications for urgent reports
  3. Test the interface: Try key functions on your mobile device
  4. Camera integration: Practice using camera for evidence upload

Next Steps​

Now that you understand your dashboard and navigation:

  1. Learn about your role - Understand your permissions and responsibilities
  2. Set up your profile - Complete your personal information
  3. Get role-specific guidance - Follow recommendations for your user type

Need help with something specific? Check our FAQ or Troubleshooting Guide.

Continue with: Understanding Roles →