Creating Local-First Collaboration Software with Automerge

This course teaches about creating local-first collaboration software using Automerge, an open-source library for realizing local-first software. The learning outcomes include understanding Conflict-free Replicated Data Types (CRDTs) and how Automerge enables concurrent updates and merges in collaboration tools. The course covers the importance of local-first software, the architecture of web apps, and the guarantees provided by Automerge. The teaching method involves a presentation style lecture with a focus on research and practical applications. The intended audience includes software developers, engineers, and individuals interested in building resilient collaboration tools that are less dependent on cloud services.