🚀 Overview

Purpose: Streamline human resource, payroll, and project management operations in a single integrated system.

Real-world use: HR departments, project managers, and business owners can automate employee management, payroll processing, and project tracking with efficiency.

Target users: Businesses of all sizes, HR professionals, finance teams, and project managers looking for a GPL-compliant all-in-one management solution.

✨ Key Features

• Human Resource Management: Employee profiles, attendance, leave management, performance tracking.
• Payroll Management: Salary calculation, payslip generation, tax deductions, and payment scheduling.
• Project Management: Task assignment, progress tracking, deadlines, and collaboration tools.
• Employee Self-Service: Employees can view attendance, leaves, payslips, and task updates.
• Admin Dashboard: Centralized management for employees, payroll, projects, and reports.
• Notifications: Alerts for pending tasks, upcoming deadlines, payroll processing, and leave approvals.
• Analytics & Reports: Comprehensive reports on HR, payroll, and project performance.
• Multi-Role Access: Role-based access for admins, managers, and employees.
• Responsive Design: Accessible on desktop, tablet, and mobile devices.
• GPL License: Fully open-source, customizable, and redistributable under GPL terms.

⚙️ Technical Stack

• Backend: PHP 7.x / 8.x (Laravel / custom framework)
• Frontend: HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, Bootstrap 5, Vue.js or jQuery
• Database: MySQL / MariaDB
• Server: Apache / Nginx with PHP-FPM
• APIs: Optional REST APIs for mobile or third-party integrations

Server Requirements: PHP extensions: mbstring, curl, json, pdo, fileinfo, openssl; SSL recommended; 2GB+ RAM for medium businesses.

🧩 Installation Guide

1. Upload the PeoplePro source files to your server.
2. Create a MySQL database and import peoplepro.sql.
3. Configure .env with database credentials, mail settings, and app URL.
4. Run php artisan migrate and php artisan db:seed to initialize system data.
5. Set permissions for /storage and /bootstrap/cache.
6. Access admin panel to configure employees, payroll settings, and project management options.
7. Test HR, payroll, and project workflows before production use.

📦 Deliverables

• Complete PeoplePro source code (GPL licensed)
• Admin and employee dashboards
• Database schema and seed files
• Installation and configuration documentation
• Optional API integration templates

📱 Supported Platforms

Web: Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge (latest versions)

Server OS: Linux, macOS, Windows

Devices: Desktop, tablet, and mobile responsive interface

🧠 Notes

License: GPL – Free to modify and redistribute under license terms with proper credit.

• Ideal for HR, payroll, and project management for small to medium-sized businesses.
• Ensure SSL, secure hosting, and backup procedures for production deployment.
• Maintain author credits when redistributing.

Customization Tips:

• Add custom payroll rules or tax calculations as per regional requirements.
• Integrate with third-party tools for accounting, attendance, or reporting.
• Customize dashboard themes, notifications, and role-based permissions.

👨‍💻 Original Developer Credit

This GPL release is based on the original PeoplePro – HRM, Payroll & Project Management System developed by its author(s) on CodeCanyon.
Proper attribution ensures transparency and respect for the original work.

View PeoplePro on CodeCanyon

🔒 Disclaimer

GPL Redistribution Notice: Distributed under GNU GPL for development, educational, and open-source purposes. Not affiliated with or endorsed by the original developer. Users are responsible for secure deployment, data management, and compliance.

✅ E-E-A-T Compliance (Experience • Expertise • Authoritativeness • Trustworthiness)

Experience: Designed for real-world HR, payroll, and project management workflows in small to medium businesses.

Expertise: Developed using Laravel and modern frontend frameworks for secure, maintainable, and responsive management systems.

Authoritativeness: Original developer credited to ensure authenticity and transparency.

Trustworthiness: GPL licensing ensures legal redistribution; installation guidance emphasizes security, compliance, and best practices.