Mattermost

Mattermost is an open-source, self-hostable messaging platform designed for team collaboration and enterprise communication. It provides real-time messaging, file sharing, search capabilities, and extensive integrations.

Features

• Secure Messaging: End-to-end encryption and enterprise-grade security
• Team Channels: Organized communication with public and private channels
• File Sharing: Upload and share files with team members
• Integrations: Connect with 600+ tools and services
• Mobile Apps: Native iOS and Android applications
• Custom Emojis: Add personality to your conversations
• Voice & Video Calls: Built-in calling capabilities
• Advanced Search: Find messages and files quickly

Usage

After deployment:

1. Bind the domain to the mattermost service
2. Access your Mattermost instance at your domain
3. Create the first admin account during setup
4. Configure your team settings and invite users

Configuration

Environment Variables

The following environment variables are pre-configured but can be customized:

• MM_SQLSETTINGS_DRIVERNAME: Database driver (postgres)
• MM_SQLSETTINGS_DATASOURCE: Database connection string
• MM_SERVICESETTINGS_SITEURL: Your Mattermost site URL
• MM_BLEVESETTINGS_INDEXDIR: Search index directory

Database Configuration

This template includes a PostgreSQL database that is automatically configured for Mattermost. The database connection is established using environment variables.

Security

For production use, consider:

• Setting up SSL/TLS certificates
• Configuring proper backup strategies
• Setting up monitoring and logging
• Reviewing security settings in System Console

Post-Deployment Steps

1. Initial Setup: Create your first admin account
2. Team Creation: Set up your teams and channels
3. User Management: Invite team members
4. Integrations: Configure bots and webhooks
5. Mobile: Download Mattermost mobile apps

Support

For more information, visit:

• Mattermost Documentation
• Community Support
• Enterprise Features