unai/docs/USER_GUIDE.md

# White-Label University Portal - User Guide

## 📚 Table of Contents

1. [Getting Started](#getting-started)
2. [University Setup](#university-setup)
3. [Content Management](#content-management)
4. [Program Management](#program-management)
5. [Domain Management](#domain-management)
6. [Asset Management](#asset-management)
7. [AI Configuration](#ai-configuration)
8. [Deployment](#deployment)
9. [Troubleshooting](#troubleshooting)
10. [FAQ](#faq)

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## 🚀 Getting Started

### Welcome to the White-Label University Portal

The White-Label University Portal is a comprehensive platform that allows universities to create and manage their own branded web presence. This guide will walk you through setting up and managing your university portal.

### System Requirements

- **Browser**: Chrome 90+, Firefox 88+, Safari 14+, Edge 90+
- **Internet**: Stable broadband connection
- **Permissions**: Admin access to your university portal

### First-Time Login

1. **Access the Admin Panel**
   - Navigate to `your-domain.com/admin`
   - Use your provided credentials to log in

2. **Complete Initial Setup**
   - Configure your university information
   - Upload your branding assets
   - Set up your domain configuration

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## 🏫 University Setup

### Basic Information

Start by configuring your university's basic information:

1. **University Details**
   - **Name**: Your full university name
   - **Short Name**: Abbreviated name (e.g., "UTAS")
   - **Slug**: URL-friendly identifier (e.g., "utas")

2. **Contact Information**
   - **Email**: Primary contact email
   - **Phone**: Contact phone number
   - **Address**: Physical address
   - **Website**: Current website URL

3. **Social Media**
   - Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram links

### Branding Configuration

Configure your university's visual identity:

1. **Logo Upload**
   - **Format**: PNG, JPG, SVG (recommended: SVG)
   - **Size**: Minimum 200x200px, maximum 2MB
   - **Background**: Transparent or white background

2. **Color Scheme**
   - **Primary Color**: Main brand color (hex code)
   - **Secondary Color**: Accent color (hex code)
   - **Font Family**: Choose from available fonts

3. **Theme Settings**
   - **Light/Dark Mode**: Enable automatic theme switching
   - **Custom CSS**: Advanced styling options

### Feature Configuration

Enable or disable platform features:

- **Chatbot**: AI-powered student support
- **Multi-Language**: Bilingual content support
- **Analytics**: Usage and performance tracking
- **Custom Domain**: Your own domain name
- **Advanced AI**: Enhanced AI capabilities

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## 📝 Content Management

### Creating Content

1. **Navigate to Content Management**
   - Go to Admin Panel → Content Management

2. **Add New Content**
   - Click "Add New Content"
   - Select content type (About, News, Events, etc.)
   - Fill in required fields

3. **Content Types**
   - **About**: University information and history
   - **News**: Latest updates and announcements
   - **Events**: Upcoming events and activities
   - **Research**: Research highlights and publications
   - **Campus**: Campus information and facilities

### Content Editor

The content editor supports:

- **Rich Text Formatting**: Bold, italic, lists, links
- **Media Embedding**: Images, videos, documents
- **Bilingual Support**: English and Arabic content
- **SEO Optimization**: Meta descriptions and keywords
- **Scheduling**: Publish content at specific times

### Content Organization

- **Categories**: Organize content by type
- **Tags**: Add relevant tags for search
- **Featured Content**: Highlight important content
- **Content Hierarchy**: Create parent-child relationships

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## 🎓 Program Management

### Adding Academic Programs

1. **Program Information**
   - **Title**: Program name in English and Arabic
   - **Description**: Detailed program description
   - **Level**: Undergraduate, Postgraduate, PhD
   - **Duration**: Program length
   - **Fees**: Tuition and other costs

2. **Program Details**
   - **Entry Requirements**: Admission criteria
   - **Campus Locations**: Available campuses
   - **Program Features**: Special highlights
   - **Career Prospects**: Job opportunities

3. **Program Status**
   - **Active**: Currently accepting applications
   - **Inactive**: Temporarily unavailable
   - **Archived**: No longer offered

### Program Categories

Organize programs by:

- **Faculty**: Engineering, Business, Arts, etc.
- **Level**: Undergraduate, Postgraduate, PhD
- **Duration**: Short-term, Long-term
- **Location**: Campus-specific programs

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## 🌐 Domain Management

### Setting Up Your Domain

1. **Domain Types**
   - **Subdomain**: `your-university.main-domain.com`
   - **Custom Domain**: `your-university.edu`

2. **Domain Configuration**
   - **Domain Name**: Enter your domain
   - **SSL Certificate**: Automatic SSL setup
   - **DNS Configuration**: DNS record management

3. **Domain Validation**
   - **Ownership Verification**: Verify domain ownership
   - **DNS Records**: Configure required DNS records
   - **SSL Status**: Monitor SSL certificate status

### Domain Monitoring

- **Uptime Monitoring**: Track domain availability
- **Performance Metrics**: Response time and speed
- **SSL Certificate**: Automatic renewal monitoring
- **DNS Health**: DNS record validation

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## 🖼️ Asset Management

### Uploading Assets

1. **Supported Formats**
   - **Images**: JPG, PNG, GIF, WebP, SVG
   - **Documents**: PDF, DOC, DOCX, PPT, PPTX
   - **Videos**: MP4, WebM, MOV
   - **Audio**: MP3, WAV, OGG

2. **Asset Types**
   - **Logo**: University logo
   - **Favicon**: Browser tab icon
   - **Hero Images**: Main banner images
   - **Gallery Images**: Photo gallery
   - **Documents**: Official documents

3. **Asset Optimization**
   - **Automatic Resizing**: Multiple size variants
   - **Format Conversion**: Optimized formats
   - **CDN Delivery**: Fast global delivery
   - **Compression**: Reduced file sizes

### Asset Organization

- **Categories**: Organize by type and purpose
- **Tags**: Add descriptive tags
- **Alt Text**: Accessibility descriptions
- **Metadata**: Additional information

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## 🤖 AI Configuration

### Chatbot Setup

1. **AI Provider Configuration**
   - **Provider**: Choose AI service provider
   - **Model**: Select AI model
   - **API Configuration**: Set up API keys

2. **Knowledge Base Management**
   - **Add Q&A Pairs**: Common questions and answers
   - **Categories**: Organize by topic
   - **Priority**: Set answer priority levels
   - **Training**: Improve AI responses

3. **Chatbot Customization**
   - **Personality**: Set chatbot tone and style
   - **Greeting Message**: Welcome message
   - **Fallback Responses**: Default responses
   - **Language Support**: Multi-language responses

### AI Performance

- **Response Quality**: Monitor answer accuracy
- **Training Data**: Review and improve knowledge base
- **User Feedback**: Collect and analyze feedback
- **Performance Metrics**: Response time and success rate

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## 🚀 Deployment

### Environment Management

1. **Development Environment**
   - **Testing**: Test new features
   - **Staging**: Pre-production testing
   - **Production**: Live environment

2. **Deployment Process**
   - **Automated Deployment**: One-click deployment
   - **Rollback**: Quick rollback if needed
   - **Health Checks**: Automatic monitoring
   - **Backup**: Automatic data backup

### Performance Optimization

- **Caching**: Redis caching for faster performance
- **CDN**: Global content delivery
- **Database Optimization**: Query optimization
- **Load Balancing**: Traffic distribution

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## 🔧 Troubleshooting

### Common Issues

1. **Login Problems**
   - **Forgot Password**: Use password reset
   - **Account Locked**: Contact support
   - **Browser Issues**: Clear cache and cookies

2. **Content Issues**
   - **Content Not Publishing**: Check publish settings
   - **Media Not Loading**: Verify file formats
   - **Formatting Problems**: Check rich text editor

3. **Domain Issues**
   - **Domain Not Working**: Check DNS configuration
   - **SSL Errors**: Verify SSL certificate
   - **Performance Issues**: Check CDN status

### Getting Help

1. **Support Channels**
   - **Email Support**: support@your-domain.com
   - **Live Chat**: Available in admin panel
   - **Documentation**: This user guide
   - **Video Tutorials**: Step-by-step guides

2. **Contact Information**
   - **Technical Support**: 24/7 technical assistance
   - **Account Management**: Billing and account issues
   - **Training**: User training sessions

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## ❓ FAQ

### General Questions

**Q: How long does it take to set up a new university portal?**
A: Basic setup takes 30-60 minutes. Full configuration with custom domain and branding typically takes 2-4 hours.

**Q: Can I use my own domain name?**
A: Yes, you can use your own custom domain or a subdomain of the main platform.

**Q: Is the platform mobile-friendly?**
A: Yes, the platform is fully responsive and works on all devices.

### Technical Questions

**Q: What file formats are supported for uploads?**
A: Images (JPG, PNG, GIF, WebP, SVG), Documents (PDF, DOC, DOCX), Videos (MP4, WebM), and Audio (MP3, WAV).

**Q: How is data backed up?**
A: Automatic daily backups with 30-day retention. Additional manual backups available.

**Q: What is the uptime guarantee?**
A: 99.9% uptime guarantee with 24/7 monitoring and support.

### Billing Questions

**Q: How is pricing structured?**
A: Pricing is based on the number of universities and features used. Contact sales for detailed pricing.

**Q: Can I change my plan?**
A: Yes, you can upgrade or downgrade your plan at any time.

**Q: Is there a free trial?**
A: Yes, we offer a 14-day free trial for new users.

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## 📞 Support

### Need Help?

- **Email**: support@your-domain.com
- **Phone**: +1 (555) 123-4567
- **Live Chat**: Available in admin panel
- **Documentation**: Complete documentation available
- **Training**: Scheduled training sessions

### Feedback

We value your feedback! Please share your thoughts on:
- Platform usability
- Feature requests
- Bug reports
- General suggestions

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**Last Updated**: January 2025  
**Version**: 1.0  
**Platform**: White-Label University Portal