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Q2 Newsletter | May 24

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What's new with Jade Platform

Hi There,

 

A big thank you to all those JUG attendees who responded to our event survey, giving us great insights into what’s important for Jade Platform users in the coming year. 

 

The most popular JUG presentation was the event streaming demo, so in this issue, we're announcing the changes we’re making to bring event streaming to you sooner. As part of our commitment to ensure you get the most value out of every release, we’re changing how we release key features, like event streaming. Additionally, we’ve been focusing on other quality-of-life improvements, starting with a simplified integration of Single Sign-On (SSO) options through a new release strategy for non-core components.

We're also excited to introduce the new leadership at Jade Software, including our new board members and Director of Product.

And finally, a farewell to one of Jade Platform's long-term supporters, a foundational member of the Jade Society and Jade Board: Henry Varney. Henry has resigned from his position as COO at Skipton Building Society, passing the baton of supporting Jade to our new leadership team. We’d like to thank Henry for his commitment and support over the years and wish him all the best in his journey ahead. 

 

Read on for more info.

 

Happy Developing!
Jade Platform Engineering

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Updates to Jade Platform Releases for 2024

We are planning a comprehensive overhaul of our release strategy and will be seeking your input as part of this process. In response to the feedback we've received from the community since JUG, we have decided to make some adjustments to this year’s deliverables.


Due to the high demand for the Event Streaming feature, we are excited to announce that it will be released this year. Recognising the challenges that a major release can pose, we will be introducing the Event Streaming Producer feature in October as a service pack. By incorporating this into a service pack, we aim to minimise disruption and provide you with valuable functionality without the need for a full-scale upgrade.

 

While this update will not be a major release, it will include enhancements often found in our releases such as making collection currency easier to use and improvements in API optimisation.

 

We are currently determining the timeline for the next major release and will keep you informed once a decision has been made.

Thin Client Single Sign-On

We are excited to announce the official release of our Thin Client Single Sign-On (SSO) solution, the JadeSoftware.Identity.Client.Desktop component. Some of you have already experienced the convenience of our SSO solution by downloading the Beta version. We’ve received fantastic feedback, and we are thrilled to deliver a refined and enhanced version based on your insights.
For those of you who have been using the Beta version, please download the latest version to take advantage of the new improvements and features.

What to expect

  • Our SSO leverages the power of Integration with Microsoft Authentication Library (MSAL), ensuring robust and secure authentication through .NET constructs like asynchronous method calls.
  • The SSO component offers centralised administration, making it easier to manage user settings and monitor authentication activities. Administrators can now handle all SSO-related tasks from a single interface, reducing complexity and administrative overhead.
  • SSO is compatible with JADE 2020 and 2022, ensuring seamless integration with existing systems. It is designed to be easily extensible, accommodating future updates and enhancements effortlessly. This ensures long-term viability and adaptability to evolving security needs.
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Jade Welcomes New Leadership Talent!

We are proud to announce three new key leaders to our team

 

New Board Members: Guy Horrocks and Anna Curzon 

Guy is a seasoned technology entrepreneur with a rich history in the mobile app industry and various advisory roles. Anna, formerly the global Chief Product Officer at Xero, brings extensive experience in product management and financial services. 

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    Hamish Shaw Joins as Director of Product

    We are delighted to announce the appointment of Hamish Shaw as Jade's new Director of Product. Hamish comes to us from Lightspeed Commerce, where he excelled as Head of Strategy. He brings a wealth of experience in scaling SaaS businesses globally.

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    Developers Course This July! 

    Looking to improve your Jade Platform skills? Join our one-week training course in July (dates TBC).

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