jot
Minimal self-hosted markdown editor with inline comment threads
What is it?
What it is
Minimal self-hosted collaborative markdown editor with inline comment threads, built for humans and agents.
Why it exists
To provide a lightweight, real‑time collaborative markdown platform that can be self‑hosted, shared via links, and interacted with programmatically through a CLI and agent integration.
Who should use it
Developers, technical writers, and teams seeking a self-hosted collaborative markdown editor with real-time editing, comment threads, and CLI/API access for both humans and agents.
Who should avoid it
Users who require rich-text formatting beyond Markdown, prefer fully managed SaaS solutions, or are uncomfortable with self-hosting and using a command-line interface.
How it works
A quick walkthrough in plain English
How jot works
Step 1 of 3
You interact with it
Open jot, send a request, or connect it to your stack.
Features
Advantages
- Open source (Open Source)
- Active JavaScript ecosystem
- Self-hosted deployment options
Disadvantages
- Requires operational ownership for self-hosted setups
- Community support varies by project maturity
Installation
native
npm install -g @mariozechner/jot jot serve # port 3210, data in ./data jot serve --port=8080 # custom port jot serve --data=/var/jot # custom data dir
FAQ
What is jot?
jot is an open-source project licensed under Open Source.
What language is jot built with?
Primary language: JavaScript.
Is it free to use?
Yes. Licensed under Open Source. Check the license for commercial use.
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