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Leader specializes in custom application development for the education market, with multiple systems in use by state and local education agencies.

Software as a Service

Most applications are developed in a Software as a Service (SaaS) model, though Leader works with our clients to develop solutions that fit their unique needs. Applications are web-based and therefore run on multiple end-user platforms, from Windows Vista, XP, and older Microsoft OS versions, to Apple Macs, and even to handheld PDA devices. Through the SaaS model, Leader hosts applications in its secure data center, so there's no software that's needed to be installed (and maintained, and patched) at your organization (other than standard web browsers), saving your IT staff from additional work maintaining servers, routers, firewalls, and other things that could eat up their time. Leader can handle hosting, server maintenance, backups, and more.

Updates to web-based software are instantaneously organization-wide, with little to no downtime. Assistance for day-to-day issues can be accommodated through online help, user forums, or through our friendly Help Desk.

Applications developed recently include:

  • ORBS (Online Reporting for BrainSTEPS), a web-based tool that helps PA educators track supports and interventions for students with traumatic brain injuries;
  • Outcomes, a web-based data capture and reporting tool helping the Pennsylvania Training and Technology Assistance Network (PaTTAN) track survey data relating to students transitioning from the school environment;
  • An informational website in support of the PDE Annual Conference;
  • CFunds, a solution for Pennsylvania's Department of Education (PDE) to manage the process whereby school districts request contingency funds for students incurring extraordinary costs due to significant disabilities;
  • A custom web application for tracking training and technical assistance to schools who need help in specific areas related to the Individuals with Disabilities in Education Act (IDEA);
  • A case management system for tracking, managing, and reporting legal complaints at the state level;
  • A web survey for parents of special education students.

Tools and Technologies

Our development platform includes the following, though our technical and development staff are familiar with many more than we can list:

  • Microsoft .NET Frameworks 2.0, 3.5
  • ASP.NET, VB.NET
  • Microsoft SQL Server 2000, 2005, 2008
  • Windows Server 2000, 2003, 2008
  • Internet Information Services 5, 6, 7
  • Crystal Reports
  • Dundas Charts
  • Classic Active Server Pages (ASP)
  • HTML, CSS, JavaScript, AJAX, Flash, XML