PearDeck: P2P Sharing App

Overview

PearDeck is a lightweight and innovative peer-to-peer sharing app that allows users to collaborate seamlessly without relying on centralized servers. With real-time sharing and robust privacy features, it's perfect for teams, educators, and remote workers looking for an efficient and secure way to exchange slides.

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Features

• 📤 P2P File Sharing: Share directly with peers over a decentralized network.
• 📄 Live Slide Viewer: View shared in real-time within the app.
• 🛡️ Secure Connections: Built with hyperswarm and hypercore-crypto for encrypted data sharing.
• 🚀 No Central Server: Fully decentralized to prioritize privacy and eliminate server costs.
• 💡 User-Friendly Interface: Intuitive design for hassle-free usage.

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Installation

Prerequisites

• Node.js (v16 or later)
• Git

Steps

1. Install globally:

   npm install peardeck -g

2. Run:

   peardeck

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Usage

1. Create or Join a Room:

   • Use the app to create a unique room or join an existing one using its hexadecimal ID.

2. Upload a Presentation:

   • Click on "Upload Presentation" and select your file (PDF format).

3. Share & View:

   • Share the presentation with peers and view it in the integrated viewer.

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Technologies Used

• Frontend: HTML, CSS, JavaScript
• Backend: Node.js
• P2P Libraries: Hyperswarm, Hypercore-Crypto, b4a

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Contributing

We welcome contributions to PearDeck! Here's how you can contribute:

1. Fork the repository.
2. Create a new branch for your feature or bug fix:

   git checkout -b feature-name

3. Commit your changes:

   git commit -m "Add feature-name"

4. Push the changes and submit a pull request:

   git push origin feature-name

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License

This project is licensed under the MIT License.

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Contact

Have questions or suggestions? Reach out!

• Email: [email protected]
• LinkedIn: (https://www.linkedin.com/in/rohan-chaudhary-399742255)
• GitHub Issues: Open an issue