Etherpad

Etherpad is a real-time collaborative editor that runs entirely in the browser. Multiple users can edit the same document simultaneously with changes appearing instantly, each author highlighted in a unique color.

What You Can Do After Deployment

• Create and share collaborative pads instantly by visiting your domain
• Access the admin panel at /admin to manage pads, plugins, and settings
• Install plugins from the built-in plugin manager to extend functionality
• Import and export documents in HTML, PDF, TXT, and other formats
• Use the HTTP API to integrate Etherpad with other applications

Use Cases

• Team meeting notes where everyone contributes in real time
• Collaborative drafting of proposals, articles, or documentation
• Classroom activities where students work together on assignments
• Interview coding sessions with shared editing capability
• Quick brainstorming sessions without requiring user accounts

License

Apache License 2.0 — GitHub