MidPoint 4.6 brought about a new feature, called “Smart Correlation,” that allowed us to correlate accounts flexibly and powerfully. In the webinar that took place on March 21, 2024, we described the basics of correlation in general and the Smart Correlation midPoint feature in particular. Composable correlation rules with set confidence levels, approximate matching, human involvement, and two experimental features (custom indexing and the support for multiple sources of truth) were explained in more detail. Two instructive demos were presented to help comprehend the topic. Watch the webinar r ..read more

Since version 4.8 midPoint fully supports new language for querying of objects – the MidPoint Query Language. The MidPoint Query Language marks a significant upgrade from the previous XML query language, offering a more intuitive way to query objects. It serves as the primary query language throughout midPoint, seamlessly replacing XML queries in both configuration settings and user interface. One of the standout features of Midpoint Query Language is its emphasis on readability. Queries become not only easier to write but also simpler to understand, thanks to improved documentation and plenti ..read more

As a newbie eager to dive into the world of identity management, going on my first conference trip with Evolveum at the MidPoint Working Group  was an exciting experience. I am always encouraged by the exchange of ideas, the discovery of new trends, and the opportunity to meet new people. Recently, Evolveum had the honor of being a gold sponsor at the TIIME Unconference, which turned out to be a combination of cooperation, education, and innovation. MidPoint Group Unconference The University of Copenhagen provided a wonderful and breathtaking setting for the meeting. When I entered the ..read more

Accessibility is gaining increased attention worldwide, and we appreciate the growing awareness. We’re determined not to lag behind, aiming to propel midPoint to new heights. The beauty lies in our differences, underscoring the paramount importance of inclusivity in environmental development. Starting from version 4.8, our focus has intensified on dismantling barriers within midPoint, making it progressively more user-friendly. Thanks to the NGI0 (Zero) initiative, we’ve collaborated with the remarkable individuals at HAN University of Applied Sciences. Together, we’re steering accessibility i ..read more

Upgrading midPoint deployment is quite complex and tedious task that requires a lot of preparation, planning and manual work. Even before the upgrade itself started. Analysis of existing configuration, data and customizations is necessary to understand the impact of the upgrade. With midPoint 4.8 we have introduced a new set of features to our tool called Ninja. These are designed to help with the upgrade process. From reviewing of existing configuration and data, preparing reports to downloading new distribution and updating database schema. Best of all, most of previously mentioned features ..read more

MidPoint is an open source identity management and governance platform, that has been consistently improving for more than a decade. Each midPoint release has brought new and exciting features and improvements, setting a trend that we plan to maintain. At the same time, midPoint has become a significant software product. Since we are adding new code, it is important to deal with existing code as well, maintain it, improve it, and adapt it to changing requirements. It is natural, as new items are added that some of the old ones have to be reworked, limited, and even removed. There are features ..read more

Evolveum understands that Identity Governance and Administration (IGA) can be a complex landscape to navigate. Many individuals face challenges in grasping the nuances of IGA and struggle to find a solution that aligns with their needs. That is why Evolveum team decided to simplify the concept and shed light on how midPoint can solve your IGA challenges. By breaking down complex concepts into manageable steps, we facilitate a seamless learning experience, to apply your midPoint knowledge immediately, gain valuable knowledge and skills, and start with IGA from scratch, by making small steps. A ..read more

MidPoint is a comprehensive, feature-rich identity management and governance platform. Since its beginnings, it was meant to be very flexible and customizable via configuration to allow various types of deployments. The flexibility, however, also brings complexity. Deployment challenges were often caused by the systems being integrated and their identity data. Even if midPoint features are documented and many useful samples provided, a more methodical approach was missing in the documentation to allow simpler midPoint deployment even in environments with low data quality. In 2022-2023, Evolveu ..read more

Traditionally, midPoint deployment process was quite an adventurous endeavor. Many of us remember those moments of excitement waiting for a task to finish, just to see all the damage it caused. Fortunately, in April 2023, midPoint 4.7 “Johnson” brought about the simulations feature that relieved us from those dreadful experiences. Instead, it allows us to safely preview the results of actions using either the production configuration or the configuration currently being developed. In the webinar that took place on December 7, 2023, we described the motivation for simulations, business benefits ..read more

In mid-October we released midPoint 4.8 “Curie”. In this version we threw out the old unusable Resource Wizard that contained multiple configurations in one panel, multiple pop-ups, and kept opening a new configuration panel in the open configuration panel. We implemented a new Resource Wizard that emphasized simplicity, usability, and interactivity. In the webinar that took place on November 22, 2023, we talked about three possibilities how start creating new resource: From Scratch, Inherit Template, and Copy from Template. We saw the basic configuration of a resource and the creation of a ne ..read more