Colanode is an all-in-one collaboration platform combining real-time chat, rich text editing, and customizable databases with a local-first architecture. Key features include:
- Local-first design: Works offline with automatic sync when online
- Self-hostable: Full control over your data with Docker deployment
- Real-time collaboration: CRDT-based concurrent editing (Yjs)
- All-in-one workspace: Combines messaging (Slack-like), docs (Notion-like), and databases
- Privacy-focused: Your data stays under your control
Ideal for teams and individuals who want a privacy-conscious alternative to mainstream collaboration tools while maintaining rich functionality. The open-source nature allows for customization and avoids vendor lock-in.
