# Collaboration and Content Management 19 > [! note]- > This summary is based on several sessions within this topic. It summarizes the most important content and places it in an eco-social context. The texts are based on audio/video transcription and text transformation - generated from the content and links of these sessions. ## What is this track about? This topic brings together the latest developments in open source tools and platforms that enable collaborative work, content management, and secure data sharing. Sessions cover a wide spectrum: from document collaboration suites (like Nextcloud, CryptPad, and Collabora Online), decentralized and local-first apps (NextGraph, Ethersync), to secure credential management (Passbolt), and innovative approaches to wikis and knowledge bases (MediaWiki, Wikibase, Cristal). The track also explores the integration of artificial intelligence in a privacy-conscious and ethical way, the importance of interoperability between tools, and the challenges of building sustainable, accessible, and user-friendly content management systems (CMS). Real-world use cases include project management, collaborative editing, federated networks, and secure communication. The focus is on making digital collaboration more resilient, inclusive, and aligned with eco-social values, while addressing issues of privacy, data sovereignty, and digital autonomy. The sessions are accessible to those with little technical background, emphasizing practical benefits and the societal impact of these technologies. ## Sessions **Whats new in Nextcloud** Latest features in Nextcloud for secure, collaborative digital futures, with a focus on security, ethical AI, and automation. [Whats new in Nextcloud](Whats%20new%20in%20Nextcloud.md) **Open Cloud Mesh** Session (extraction error) on federated cloud infrastructure for open collaboration. [Open Cloud Mesh](Open%20Cloud%20Mesh.md) **Why dont we have libsync yet** Explores the challenges of data synchronization and emerging solutions like CRDTs and RDX for sustainable data management. [Why dont we have libsync yet](Why%20dont%20we%20have%20libsync%20yet.md) **Ethersync Real time Collaboration in Your Text Edi** Open-source, local-first real-time collaboration in text editors, reducing reliance on central servers. [Ethersync Real time Collaboration in Your Text Edi](Ethersync%20Realtime%20Collaboration%20in%20Your%20Text%20Edit.md) **CryptPad Recent Advances in Privacy and Collaborat** Updates on CryptPad’s privacy-focused, accessible online office suite and its journey toward sustainable open-source collaboration. [CryptPad Recent Advances in Privacy and Collaborat](CryptPad%20Recent%20Advances%20in%20Privacy%20and%20Collaborat.md) **NextGraph Build collaborative local first and dece** Building decentralized, local-first collaborative apps with strong privacy and data ownership. [NextGraph Build collaborative local first and dece](NextGraph%20Build%20Collaborative%20Localfirst%20and%20Decen.md) **Collabora Online richer collaboration** Enhanced collaborative features in Collabora Online, focusing on interoperability and open standards. [Collabora Online richer collaboration](Collabora%20Online%20richer%20collaboration.md) **Cristal A Flexible Wiki UI** A modular, extensible wiki interface for integrating knowledge from multiple sources. [Cristal A Flexible Wiki UI](Cristal%20A%20Flexible%20Wiki%20UI.md) **Panel Integration between collaborative applicatio** Panel discussion on integrating open source collaborative applications using open standards and modularity. [Panel Integration between collaborative applicatio](Panel%20Integration%20between%20collaborative%20applicatio.md) **OpenProject A Review of the Latest Features and In** Review of OpenProject’s innovations in project and portfolio management, with a focus on open-source alternatives. [OpenProject A Review of the Latest Features and In](OpenProject%20A%20Review%20of%20the%20Latest%20Features%20and%20In.md) **Collaborative editing in a MediaWiki environment** Advancements in real-time collaborative editing in MediaWiki using VisualEditor and BlueSpice. [Collaborative editing in a MediaWiki environment](Collaborative%20editing%20in%20a%20MediaWiki%20environment.md) **From Open Collaboration to Customized Control Tran** Transitioning from open Wikidata to custom, self-hosted Wikibase for tailored knowledge management. [From Open Collaboration to Customized Control Tran](From%20Open%20Collaboration%20to%20Customized%20Control%20Tran.md) **Cypht integration in Tiki Email as a first class c** Integrating Cypht webmail into Tiki CMS to make email a first-class collaborative tool. [Cypht integration in Tiki Email as a first class c](Cypht%20integration%20in%20Tiki%20Email%20as%20a%20firstclass%20ci.md) **A wiki as shared collaboration arena for humans** How wikis can serve as shared arenas for collaboration between humans and AI agents. [A wiki as shared collaboration arena for humans](A%20wiki%20as%20shared%20collaboration%20arena%20for%20humans%20an.md) **Secure credential collaboration with Passbolt** Managing credentials securely and collaboratively with Passbolt’s open-source platform. [Secure credential collaboration with Passbolt](Secure%20credential%20collaboration%20with%20Passbolt.md) **End to end Enterprise Search with Datafari Communi** Enterprise search with Datafari, integrating generative AI and open-source tools for advanced knowledge discovery. [End to end Enterprise Search with Datafari Communi](End%20to%20end%20Enterprise%20Search%20with%20Datafari%20Communi.md) **How hard is it to bring a professional level susta** Challenges and successes in building a professional, sustainable CMS for digital content. [How hard is it to bring a professional level susta](How%20hard%20is%20it%20to%20bring%20a%20professional%20level%20susta.md) **Rethinking the Web CMS and Finding the Excitement** Reimagining web CMS for better user experience, accessibility, and innovation. [Rethinking the Web CMS and Finding the Excitement](Rethinking%20the%20Web%20CMS%20and%20Finding%20the%20Excitement.md) **Consent based Secure Collaboration with Spritely G** Exploring object-capabilities for consent-based, secure collaboration in distributed systems. [Consent based Secure Collaboration with Spritely G](Consent%20based%20Secure%20Collaboration%20with%20Spritely%20G.md) ## Significance for an eco-social transformation This track is highly relevant for the eco-social transformation as it prioritizes open source, transparency, privacy, and collaborative approaches to technology. By focusing on decentralized, federated, and local-first systems, these sessions offer alternatives to centralized, proprietary platforms that often raise concerns about surveillance, data exploitation, and digital colonialism. Tools like Nextcloud, CryptPad, and Passbolt support digital sovereignty and empower communities to control their own data, which is fundamental for democratic and sustainable digital infrastructures. The emphasis on interoperability and open standards enables diverse communities and organizations to work together, breaking down silos and fostering inclusive digital ecosystems. The integration of ethical AI, as demonstrated in Nextcloud and Datafari, ensures that new technologies respect user privacy and are aligned with social values. Real-time collaboration tools and modular wikis promote knowledge sharing and collective decision-making, essential for social innovation and resilience. Furthermore, the focus on accessibility, usability, and sustainability (e.g., efficient synchronization, low-resource CMS) addresses the need for digital tools that are energy-efficient and usable by all, including marginalized groups. By embedding ethical, social, and ecological considerations into the design and governance of digital platforms, this track demonstrates how technological progress can support fairer, more resilient, and sustainable societies. ## Possible applications 1. **Deploying Nextcloud for Community Collaboration**: Communities and NGOs can use Nextcloud for secure, privacy-respecting document sharing, video calls, and ethical AI-powered productivity. [Whats new in Nextcloud](Whats%20new%20in%20Nextcloud.md) 2. **Building Local-First Collaborative Apps with NextGraph**: Designers and developers can leverage NextGraph to create decentralized, privacy-centric apps that work offline and sync securely, empowering local initiatives. [NextGraph Build collaborative local first and dece](NextGraph%20Build%20Collaborative%20Localfirst%20and%20Decen.md) 3. **Secure Project Management with OpenProject**: Eco-social projects can manage tasks, portfolios, and meetings transparently using OpenProject, with open-source integrations for sovereignty. [OpenProject A Review of the Latest Features and In](OpenProject%20A%20Review%20of%20the%20Latest%20Features%20and%20In.md) 4. **Ethical Knowledge Sharing with MediaWiki and Wikibase**: Organizations can set up collaborative wikis or custom knowledge bases, supporting multilingual, open, or controlled data sharing. [Collaborative editing in a MediaWiki environment](Collaborative%20editing%20in%20a%20MediaWiki%20environment.md), [From Open Collaboration to Customized Control Tran](From%20Open%20Collaboration%20to%20Customized%20Control%20Tran.md) 5. **Privacy-First Communication with CryptPad and Passbolt**: Use CryptPad for end-to-end encrypted collaboration and Passbolt for secure credential sharing within teams. [CryptPad Recent Advances in Privacy and Collaborat](CryptPad%20Recent%20Advances%20in%20Privacy%20and%20Collaborat.md), [Secure credential collaboration with Passbolt](Secure%20credential%20collaboration%20with%20Passbolt.md) 6. **Enabling Real-Time, Decentralized Editing with Ethersync**: Developers can integrate Ethersync into their toolchains for peer-to-peer, serverless collaboration, reducing dependency on big tech. [Ethersync Real time Collaboration in Your Text Edi](Ethersync%20Realtime%20Collaboration%20in%20Your%20Text%20Edit.md) 7. **Consent-Based Secure Systems with Spritely Goblins**: Initiatives can experiment with object-capability models for building platforms where consent and security are foundational. [Consent based Secure Collaboration with Spritely G](Consent%20based%20Secure%20Collaboration%20with%20Spritely%20G.md) ## Challenges & open questions Several challenges were discussed across the sessions: - **Technical Barriers**: Integrating open-source tools often requires technical expertise, and interoperability between platforms (e.g., Nextcloud, OpenProject, Wikibase) is still evolving. Real-time synchronization (as in Ethersync or libsync) remains complex, especially for structured data. - **Adoption and Usability**: Competing with established proprietary platforms is difficult due to user habits, lack of awareness, and sometimes less polished user experiences. Improving accessibility and ease of use is a recurring need. - **Sustainability and Funding**: Many projects (e.g., CryptPad) struggle with financial sustainability despite growth in users, as open-source business models can be fragile. - **Ethical and Social Issues**: Ensuring privacy, data sovereignty, and ethical use of AI remains a challenge. Balancing openness with the need for security and compliance (e.g., GDPR, metadata management in Passbolt) is ongoing. - **Standardization and Policy**: The lack of universally adopted open standards slows integration and innovation. Policy resistance and lobbying by large corporations can hinder the adoption of open, decentralized solutions. - **Community and Governance**: Maintaining active, diverse, and inclusive communities is essential for project health, but requires ongoing effort and resources. - **Research Needs**: Further research is needed in areas like efficient synchronization (CRDTs, RDX), ethical AI integration, and scalable, energy-efficient architectures for collaborative systems.