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3.0 FAQ
From GovCMS team We've recently updated some other docs and are deciding if a FAQ section would be useful. It might be a good place to add random pieces of information to keep the other pages simple. It also allows us to reference roadmap items. We welcome random items here, we might split them up later
How do I get new modules into the GovCMS distribution
New additions to the distribution are challenging because there is a risk of bloating. Each additional module/version needs manual testing. On the roadmap is a process to allow vendors to request new modules and these be available from a whitelist of modules, rather than adding them to the distribution.
I found a bug, is it Drupal or GovCMS?
The main types of bugs you will find and how to handle them.
| Type of bug | How to handle |
|---|---|
| GovCMS doesn't always have the latest modules, this bug might already be fixed in a newer version of one of the modules. | There is a high chance it is in the Drupal.org issue queue. |
| GovCMS has a lot of modules installed together, as luck would have it, this bug might only arise in GovCMS. Or it might be due to GovCMS settings.php or other configuration | Share the issue in a GovCMS community channel, you might find someone who has seen this problem before. |
| GovCMS has a bit of custom code, mostly around the theme implementation. | Same as above. |
What certification does the platform have?
Work is already underway on IRAP certification. GovCMS is going to take a two-stage approach, accrediting the whole platform (both SaaS and PaaS) to UNCLASSIFIED initially, but with a clear roadmap to achieving an UNCLASSIFIED-DLM rating in late 2019.
Can I use different docker images on the GovCMS platform?
Yes, you can change your docker-compose.yml or your Dockerfile.SERVICE if you are a PaaS customer. [some info about how to inspect image layers].
Can we use a different hosting solution for GovCMS?
You can host GovCMS distribution anywhere. (todo example of hosting and CI). Some advantages of hosting on the GovCMS platform are the helpdesk and the buying power around CDN services and DDOS protection.
Should we use dblog (watchdog) in production?
Best practice dictates the need to disable dblog module for performance reasons. So what if you don't have an alternative? You can enable dblog safely if you understand the implications.
If you turn on dblog manually in production, through the UI, it will be turned off on the next deploy - this will limit the long-term impact. Also, most of your pages are served from Akamai (CDN), and are not effected by whether dblog is on or off. When you enable dblog, you should be reviewing your log errors and fixing any issues that are apparent. If you need to leave the module on, please clear out log messages periodically.