Anytype (finally) released for public beta

[marcusquinn]

@randyjc No need, as I understand. This is locally self-hosted with P2P sharing via IPFS. Just download the apps, create your profile, and away you go.

[robi]

So this is a desktop and mobile app only, with local storage, and an encrypted (1GB free) backend.

So this storage backend node is possibly the only self-hostable bit, like Joplin server. Their devs say the Any-Sync protocol (IPFS based) will be published mid-July, which will allow for self-hosting an own node.

[stefano]

I was in the early alpha test stage, great concept but at that point it was a bit clunky to use and the UI was a lot more barebone.

Seems like they did a lot of improvements. Time to have a look at it again!

[RazielKanos]

Trying to find my way around currently, once you get it how it works - well at least for now - i am pretty stunned, really love it so far

[marcusquinn]

Open source is now open to the public: https://github.com/anyproto

Self-hosting optional: https://tech.anytype.io/how-to/self-hosting

[ctrl]

Yes please. I've got this for so many years on my personal watchlist until I finally forgot about it. lol
Shouldn't we move this topic into the App wishlist since nodes can be self hosted?

[JLX89]

I just found this again today and it looks great!

https://github.com/anyproto/any-sync-dockercompose

[jordanurbs]

Any updates on the self-hosting to avoid IPFS? Would love to use this on Cloudron

[scooke]

https://tech.anytype.io/how-to/self-hosting - was this in English? I didn't understand most of it!!

[LoudLemur]

@jordanurbs said in Anytype (finally) released for public beta:

Any updates on the self-hosting to avoid IPFS? Would love to use this on Cloudron

I think IPFS is great! You know you can "submarine" IPFS, so that the files are not published outside of your network?

Here is Claude Sonnet:
In the context of the InterPlanetary File System (IPFS), "submarining" refers to the practice of running an IPFS node in a way that limits its visibility and connectivity to the wider IPFS network. It's essentially a way to create a private or semi-private IPFS network.

As for creating a fully private IPFS network where your files are not shared with the public, the term used is "private IPFS network" or "private IPFS swarm." This involves configuring IPFS nodes to connect and communicate only with a specific set of trusted peers, rather than connecting to the entire public IPFS network.

To set up a private IPFS network, you need to follow these general steps:

Bootstrap nodes: Designate one or more nodes as bootstrap nodes, which act as entry points for new nodes joining the private network.
Configure nodes: Configure each node in the private network with a list of bootstrap node addresses and any other necessary settings, such as IPFS swarm key (used for encrypting communication within the swarm).
Limit connectivity: Configure the nodes to limit their connectivity to only the trusted peers in the private network. This can be done by specifying a list of allowed peers or by using IPFS's private network options.
Share files: Once the private network is set up, nodes within the network can share files and data among themselves, but this content will not be accessible to the public IPFS network.
Some additional terms related to private IPFS networks include:

IPFS swarm key: A pre-shared key used to encrypt communication between nodes in a private IPFS network.
IPFS private network: A configuration option in IPFS that allows you to specify a custom private network name or swarm key.
IPFS relay nodes: Nodes that can act as intermediaries for communication between nodes that cannot establish a direct connection (useful in private networks behind NAT or firewalls).
By setting up a private IPFS network, you can ensure that your files and data are only shared among trusted peers within your private network, providing an additional layer of security and privacy compared to the public IPFS network.

[JLX89]

I keep circling around back to this and their roadmap looks incredible, web publishing, calendars, API, ECT.

[lukas]

When on cloudron?

[JLX89]

I just got the beta update on the android app today and have been waiting for Multiplayer on Android!

• Multiplayer: Now Live on Android
• Experience Gallery Installation Now Supported
• Support for Network Name now on Android
• Files-as-Objects: File Visibility in link-to and @ mentions
• Backlinks Open on Single Tap
• All File & Media Objects Can Now be Opened as Objects
• Global search results limited to 50 objects

For Cloudron, it would be awesome to have at least the sync / backup node.

[necrevistonnezr]

This should be moved to the App Wishlist forum!

[marcusquinn]

@necrevistonnezr Only put it here because it doesn't need any hosting, but I suppose the self-hosted options could be desirable by some.

[lukas]

@girish @nebulon add it please to App Wishlist category, thx!

[RazielKanos]

this tool is SO A-fucking-MAZING

totally in love with it

[jdaviescoates]

@RazielKanos It's been a while since I played with it (back in early alpha beta days), but I've just installed it again and am going to have another play

[RazielKanos]

Have you guys already seen this feature?

https://gallery.any.coop/

[jdaviescoates]

@RazielKanos Nice, thanks for sharing! I really need to have a proper play around with this!