Release Notes for RapidCanvas October 24, 2024
New Features
Introduced SSO Integration
Overview:
We have implemented Single Sign-On (SSO) integration to streamline the login process and enhance security, ensuring seamless access for users across the platform.
Key Benefits:
Email Verification: Automatically checks whether SSO is enabled for the user’s domain during sign-in and redirects them to their SSO provider for authentication if applicable.
Hybrid Mode Support: Users from certain domains are directed to the SSO login page, while others are guided through the standard login process.
System-Level Activation: SSO is activated at the system level, but individual tenants can enable it for their users.
Redesigned Sign-In Page: The sign-in page has been revamped to support multiple SSO providers, enhancing the user experience for both internal and external users.
Impact: SSO integration simplifies the login process, strengthens security, and supports a seamless user experience across RapidCanvas and client platforms.
Notebook Option for AskAI and Template Recipes
Overview:
The Edit in Notebook feature has been added to both AskAI and template recipes, allowing users to edit code directly within a Jupyter Notebook for greater flexibility and control over recipe customization.
Key Benefits:
Modify code to suit specific business requirements and save changes directly back to the recipe.
The quick save shortcut (Cmd+S for Mac, Ctrl+S for Windows) enables seamless saving of code changes while working.
Run updated recipes immediately, reflecting changes in outputs for AI workflows.
Impact:
This enhancement provides users with more control over recipe customization, improving the ability to fine-tune and optimize AI models for business-specific needs.
Edit Option Added for AskAI Chart Outputs
Overview:
Introducing the Edit Option for AskAI Chart Outputs, allowing users to customize visualizations dynamically.
Key Benefits:
Change chart color, type, and title easily through an intuitive query box.
Save customized charts for tailored visual presentations.
Original charts cannot be retrieved once saved, encouraging thoughtful customization.
Impact:
This enhancement empowers users to create personalized and visually appealing charts, making data insights more relevant and engaging.
Advanced Time Span Field in Time Series Forecasting
Overview:
Introducing the Advanced Time Span Field in Time Series Forecasting, providing greater control over forecast generation.
Key Benefits:
Specify custom time spans within the forecasting period for tailored outputs.
Generate forecasts at desired intervals, improving alignment with business reporting needs.
Impact:
This feature offers enhanced flexibility in forecast generation, allowing users to better adapt to varying business scenarios and improving decision-making processes.
Enhancements
Enhanced Flexibility: Edit Option for Secret Key Values
Overview:
The “Secrets” section in the Admin Settings now includes an edit option for modifying secret key values.
Key Benefits:
Administrators can easily update secret key values directly.
Greater control over sensitive data and system configurations.
Impact:
Improves data management and enhances security settings, providing users with more flexibility.
Sample Syntax Changes for Datasets and Charts in AskAI and API Connector Recipes
Overview:
New sample syntax updates have been introduced for datasets and charts in AskAI.
Key Benefits:
Clearer examples for creating and modifying datasets and charts.
Simplifies the learning curve for users.
Impact:
Facilitates a smoother experience in data handling and visualization, improving overall usability.