Integrating React with Drupal: Truity Pro User Management
Project Overview
Truity needed to improve their pro user interface within their established Drupal platform. We developed a solution that combined React's frontend capabilities with Drupal's content management system.
Challenge
Truity had an existing Drupal site serving millions of monthly visitors. The platform needed an enhanced interface specifically for pro users (coaches, therapists, and HR professionals) who manage multiple client accounts and assessment results.
Key requirements included:
- Better performance for data-heavy operations
- More intuitive navigation for managing client groups
- Simplified reporting features
- Maintaining compatibility with the existing Drupal infrastructure
Our Solution
We integrated a React application within Truity's Drupal framework by:
- Building a React frontend that communicates with Drupal's API
- Implementing a responsive design that works across devices
- Creating custom components for client management and reporting
- Ensuring proper authentication between systems
Technical Details
The solution utilizes Drupal as the content management backend while employing React for the interactive elements:
- React for the user interface components
- Drupal for authentication and data storage
- Custom API endpoints for secure data exchange
- Role-based access control for maintaining proper permissions
Results
The new interface has been in production since 2019 and has become an integral part of Truity's offering for pro users. The solution has:
- Improved page load times for data-heavy operations
- Reduced support requests related to account management
- Enabled Truity to expand their professional services
- Provided a foundation for additional feature development
Client Perspective
Molly Owens, Truity's CEO, has cited the pro user portal as an important part of their business growth. The interface continues to serve as the primary tool for Truity's pro customers.
Project Impact
This project demonstrates how established platforms can integrate modern frontend technologies without a complete rebuild. The hybrid approach allowed Truity to enhance their user experience while preserving their existing content infrastructure and SEO advantages.
