Login Options, Respondent Emails, and Handover Docs

This week I focused on polishing authentication and making responses easier for users, plus preparing handover materials for the HEMIS unit. Key code changes included adding support for an email field and submission notifications, adding a TTL setting for responder download links, and updating authentication instructions and the OneTouch button layout. These updates let respondents receive copies of their responses by email and make the download links expire safely.

I also worked on non-code deliverables. I wrote the CAFÉ technical documentation for the HEMIS team — a concise guide and programmer handoff that explains the system, structure, and how to maintain it. I created a system walkthrough that will be used in the upcoming CHED RO V event to demo CAFÉ to stakeholders.

Outside coding, I helped coordinate the rollout details and verified the updated login flow so staff can still use OneTouch while other login options are available.

Laravel, Antigravity, VS Code, XAMPP, Git, GiHub

Making email delivery reliable: I added a responder email field and notification flow, plus a TTL option for download links so we can limit how long emailed links remain valid.
Keeping SSO and alternate login working together: I updated auth instructions and adjusted the OneTouch button layout so both options are clear and reliable for staff and guests.
Preparing clear handover material: I kept the documentation concise and practical, focusing on how to run, maintain, and extend CAFÉ for the next team.