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Org-mode on web, built with React, for mobile, synced with Dropbox, Google Drive (github.com)

438 points by moioci · 2650 days ago · 104 comments on HN

Article summary

Org-web is a web-based implementation of Org-mode, built with React and optimized for mobile use, allowing users to edit their Org files online and sync them with Dropbox and Google Drive. The application provides a flexible mechanism for capturing using URL parameters and supports features like Siri Shortcuts. Org-web is open-source and has been released on GitHub, where users can contribute to its development. The project aims to provide an accessible way to use Org-mode on the web.

Main themes

  • Org-mode on the web
  • Mobile optimization
  • Syncing with cloud services
  • React and Redux
  • Open-source development
  • Org-mode features

What commenters say

  • The focus on proprietary API-based backends is puzzling and a git backend would be preferable.
  • Adding support for more backends, such as Syncthing, would be beneficial.
  • The current implementation of Google Drive permissions is too broad and should be restricted.
  • The application's use of Redux adds value, but its usefulness is debated.
  • Support for features like in-line images and LaTeX is currently lacking.
  • The application has the potential to make Org-mode more accessible to non-techy users.
  • There are concerns about the application's privacy and security, particularly with regards to Google Drive permissions.
  • The development of org-web-agenda is a desirable next step.