Building an Open Source Government Application Platform in the Cloud

Explore the development of Altinn, Norway's leading open-source digital government platform, in this comprehensive conference talk. Learn how the platform evolved from outdated web forms to a cloud-native, fully customizable application running on Kubernetes in Azure. Discover the architecture and technologies behind this self-service platform that enables government agencies to develop, test, and deploy applications for citizens and businesses. Gain insights into the use of Kubernetes, Docker, .Net Core, and React in building a scalable and flexible solution. Understand the platform's impact on Norway's digital government services, its user base, and its global recognition. Delve into the key features, modern UI, self-service deployment process, and cloud infrastructure components that make Altinn a success. Follow the journey from concept to implementation, exploring the challenges and experiences of the development team, and get a glimpse of future plans for this innovative platform.