OpenSlides

OpenSlides is an open-source, web-based presentation and assembly system designed for the management of formal meetings. It provides a centralized platform to organize, track, and project agendas, motions, and elections during the course of an assembly. The software ensures that the proceedings of a meeting are documented and visible to all participants in a structured format.

The software operates as a server-side application accessible via a web browser. It is used by organizers to structure the flow of a meeting and by participants to follow the proceedings in real time. Deployment involves setting up an instance on a server, which then serves as the hub for all assembly data and interactive elements during the event.

Key features

• Agenda management and projection
• Motion tracking and organization
• Digital election systems for assemblies
• Web-based interface for remote or local access
• Support for formal assembly structures
• MIT License distribution
• Versioned release cycles for system updates
• Dedicated development documentation for contributors

The system is built to handle the specific requirements of formal assemblies where transparency and structured voting are necessary. It allows administrators to set up the meeting framework and project the current state of the agenda to all attendees, reducing the need for manual tracking. The architecture supports deployment on a server to ensure all participants can access the same data simultaneously, regardless of their physical location. This setup allows for a synchronized experience where motions can be proposed and voted upon within a digital environment.

Because it is distributed as Free/Libre Open Source Software, the system can be modified by developers to suit specific organizational needs. The project maintains a clear separation between the installation process for end users and the development guidelines for those contributing to the codebase. This ensures that the software remains adaptable for various types of governance and decision-making bodies.

OpenSlides serves organizations, committees, and associations that require a digital tool to maintain order and record outcomes during official gatherings.