What CRDTs, Distributed Editing and the Speed of Light Means to Your Writer Friends

Explore the intersection of technology and collaborative writing in this 49-minute conference talk. Delve into how Conflict-Free Replicated Data Types (CRDTs) and distributed editing are revolutionizing offline collaboration for writers. Learn about the limitations of traditional tools like Git and Google Docs, and discover how peer-to-peer web applications can enable seamless collaboration without an internet connection. Understand the concepts of Operational Transforms, conflict resolution, and tree structures in the context of collaborative editing. Gain insights into the potential for digital nomads to work together in remote locations, such as atop Half Dome. Examine the technical aspects of building a collaborative editor, including notation, tombstones, and communication protocols.