Dropnote

Create, edit, and share text instantly.

Dropnote is a simple, fast, and secure way to create and share text notes. It allows you to write notes quickly without the need for an account or complex setup. You can share your notes with others by simply copying the URL.

Features

• Instant Note Creation: Start writing immediately without any registration.
• Shareable Links: Easily share your notes with others via a unique URL.
• Privacy Focused: Your notes are not stored permanently, ensuring your privacy.
• Simple Interface: A clean and intuitive interface for distraction-free writing.
• WYSIWYG: Write in a What You See Is What You Get editor, making formatting easy.
• Markdown Support: Use Markdown syntax for advanced formatting options.
• No Account Required: Just open the app and start writing.
• Auto-Save: Your notes are automatically saved as you type.
• Cross-Platform: Accessible from any device with a web browser.
• Image support: Embed images in your notes.
• Code Blocks: Write and share code snippets with syntax highlighting.
• Dark Mode: It's dark mode.

Pre-requisites

Before you begin, ensure you have met the following requirements:

• Docker: Install Docker on your machine.
• Node.js: Install Node.js (version 22 or later).
• MongoDB: Have a running instance of MongoDB (version 5 or later).

Installation

1. Clone the Repository:

git clone git@github.com:LuanRoger/dropnote.git
cd dropnote

SSH recommended for cloning.

2. Install Dependencies:

npm install

3. Configure Environment Variables: Duplicate the env.example, rename to .env and set the following variables:

MONGODB_URI=mongodb://localhost:27017/dropnote

4. Run the Application:

npm run dev

5. Access the Application:

Open your web browser and navigate to http://localhost:3000.

Docker Deployment

To deploy Dropnote using Docker, follow these steps:

1. Build the Docker Image:

docker build -t dropnote .

2. Run the Docker Container:

docker run -d -p 3000:3000 --name dropnote dropnote

3. Access the Application:

Open your web browser and navigate to http://localhost:3000.

Docker Compose

You can also use Docker Compose to run Dropnote along with MongoDB. Just go to the root directory and run the command:

docker-compose up