Table of Contents

CIPP (CyberDrain Improved Partner Portal)

CIPP is the leading open-source Microsoft 365 multitenant management solution designed specifically for MSPs and IT professionals. With 968 GitHub stars and 6,040 forks, it's one of the most successful MSP tools in the open-source community.

Project Overview

CIPP provides a unified web interface for managing multiple Microsoft 365 tenants, enabling MSPs to efficiently handle client environments at scale. The platform has become an industry standard, replacing expensive commercial alternatives with a robust, community-driven solution.

Project Impact:

  • 968 GitHub Stars - Strong community endorsement
  • 6,040 Forks - Massive adoption and contribution
  • Global MSP Usage - Deployed by thousands of MSPs worldwide
  • Active Development - Continuous feature updates and improvements

Key Features

Multi-Tenant Management

  • Centralized Dashboard: Single interface for all client tenants
  • Tenant Switching: Seamless navigation between environments
  • Bulk Operations: Mass actions across multiple tenants
  • Role-Based Access: Granular permission management

Microsoft 365 Integration

  • Exchange Online: Email, mailbox, and distribution management
  • SharePoint/OneDrive: File sharing and collaboration oversight
  • Microsoft Teams: Team and channel administration
  • Intune Management: Mobile device and application control
  • Azure AD: User, group, and identity management
  • Security Center: Threat protection and compliance monitoring

Automation & Standards

  • Configuration Standards: Automated tenant hardening
  • Policy Templates: Standardized security configurations
  • Scheduled Tasks: Automated maintenance and reporting
  • Alert System: Proactive monitoring and notifications

My Contributions

As an active contributor to CIPP, I focus on improving functionality and user experience:

Recent Contributions (2025)

  • Intune Script Management: Enhanced script editing with multi-language support
  • Search Interface Improvements: Better UX for search results and filtering
  • Development Environment: Node.js 20 migration and tooling improvements
  • UI/UX Enhancements: Frontend improvements for better usability

Technical Focus Areas

  • React Frontend Development: Modern component architecture
  • Code Quality: ESLint, formatting, and development standards
  • Developer Experience: Debugging, hot reload, and local development
  • Feature Development: New functionality based on community needs

Technical Architecture

Frontend

  • React: Modern hooks-based components
  • JavaScript/JSX: ES6+ with proper TypeScript migration
  • Responsive Design: Mobile-friendly administration
  • Real-time Updates: Live data and notifications

Backend

  • Azure Functions: Serverless, scalable backend
  • Node.js: High-performance runtime environment
  • Microsoft Graph API: Deep M365 service integration
  • REST Architecture: Clean API design patterns

Deployment

  • Azure Native: Optimized for Azure cloud hosting
  • Docker Support: Containerized deployment options
  • Auto-scaling: Handles variable load efficiently
  • Security First: Built-in compliance and security

Community Impact

Industry Adoption

  • Cost Savings: Eliminates expensive licensing fees
  • Standardization: Consistent M365 management practices
  • Knowledge Sharing: Community-driven feature development
  • Professional Growth: Career development for contributors

Open Source Benefits

  • Transparency: Full source code visibility
  • Customization: Adaptable to specific business needs
  • Security: Community-audited codebase
  • Innovation: Rapid feature iteration and deployment

Skills Demonstrated

  • Full-Stack Development: React + Azure Functions
  • Microsoft 365 Expertise: Deep platform knowledge
  • Cloud Architecture: Scalable serverless design
  • Open Source Collaboration: Large-scale project contribution
  • MSP Operations: Understanding of managed service workflows
  • DevOps Practices: Modern development and deployment

Links & Resources

This project demonstrates my ability to contribute to enterprise-scale applications serving the global MSP community, requiring expertise in modern web technologies, Microsoft 365 APIs, and collaborative development practices.