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Date Published
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Walker Erekson
Word count
842
Language
English
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None

Summary

Integrating peer-to-peer synchronization capabilities into applications using the Ditto platform enables real-time data sharing across devices, even in environments with unreliable internet connectivity. This is particularly beneficial for applications utilizing embedded databases like Couchbase Lite, which handle offline data storage but traditionally lack direct device-to-device synchronization. Ditto's solution involves the Ditto Bus, an API that facilitates low-latency data transfer over Bluetooth, LAN, or P2P Wi-Fi mesh networks without altering the underlying database architecture. This allows developers to augment existing applications with robust offline synchronization capabilities, as demonstrated in a project where Couchbase Lite and Ditto Bus enable real-time color synchronization on a simple moodlight app across multiple devices with different operating systems. This setup is ideal for latency-sensitive applications such as gaming and IoT, as it bypasses traditional database APIs to expedite data transmission. The Ditto platform supports cross-platform functionality, ensuring seamless data exchange between iOS and Android devices, and offers potential solutions for various high-demand use cases.