Edge Side Tagging (EST) - Basic Demo (PhotonIQ Sandbox)
Welcome to the Edge Side Tagging (EST) Basic Demo page. Here, you'll find comprehensive resources to understand the EST system, including video tutorials, links to detailed documents, and guides on setting up and running the service. This page aims to provide you with a foundational overview of EST, demonstrating its functionalities and how it can optimize your web performance and data privacy.
Also, if you haven't used the Sandbox before:
Please look at the Sandbox Basic Demo and then see the Sandbox User Guide for set-up and the Sandbox Service Guide basics, then please feel free to explore the services like EST below and other demos.
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How to set up EST (initial setup)
Before diving into EST's technicalities, it's crucial to understand the initial setup process. This guide provides step-by-step instructions for getting EST up and running, ensuring a smooth integration into your existing systems.
👀 Demo Notes
Enhanced Technical Summary:
The demo offers an in-depth look at Edge Side Tagging (EST), focusing on its ability to improve web performance and user data privacy through edge-based tag management. Key features like streamlined third-party script handling, resource optimization, and data flow management were covered, showing EST's capacity to enhance site speed, user privacy, and compliance.
Timeline and Summary of Topics Discussed:
00:00-00:37: Introduction to EST
- Overview: Presentation of EST as an innovative solution for managing third-party web scripts and enhancing data privacy.
- Purpose: To showcase the benefits of EST in solving performance and privacy issues associated with third-party tags.
00:37-02:41: Problem Identification
- Issues Addressed: Detailed exploration of the challenges with third-party tags, such as performance degradation, data privacy risks, and lack of control over third-party code.
- Real-world Impact: Discussion on how these issues affect website functionality and user experience.
02:41-05:24: EST Solution Overview
- Core Features: Analysis of EST's key functionalities, including edge-based script management, server-side tag handling, and data flow control.
- Benefits: How EST contributes to faster website load times, improved data privacy, and enhanced control over third-party scripts.
05:24-06:04: Architecture and Data Management
- System Architecture: Examination of EST's architectural framework, focusing on how it processes and directs user data through edge services.
- Data Handling: Overview of data privacy and compliance features, demonstrating EST's commitment to user data protection.
06:04-07:21: EST Dashboard and Analytics
- Monitoring Tools: Introduction to the EST dashboard, illustrating how it provides insights into traffic, performance, and script activities.
- Analytics: How EST's analytics features enable users to monitor and improve their website's performance and user engagement.
07:21-10:43: Configuration and Management
- Component Management: Step-by-step guide on configuring new components and managing existing ones within EST.
- User Control: Discussion on the flexibility and ease of managing web components, ensuring minimal downtime and streamlined operations.
Key Points and Motivation for EST
- Enhanced Web Performance and Privacy: EST's edge-based tag management system significantly improves website load times and data privacy.
- Operational Control and Compliance: It provides greater control over third-party scripts and compliance with data protection regulations.
- Streamlined Website Management: By centralizing the management of third-party scripts, EST simplifies website administration and reduces resource overhead.
Functional Features
- Edge-Based Script Management: Efficient handling of third-party scripts at the edge to reduce browser load and improve performance.
- Data Privacy and Compliance: Tools and configurations to ensure user data is handled securely and in compliance with legal standards.
Technical Features
- Robust Infrastructure: Designed for scalability and reliability, supporting the dynamic needs of modern web environments.
- Comprehensive Monitoring and Analytics: Advanced tools for real-time monitoring and analysis of web performance and user interactions.