Matterbridge is a multi-protocol chat bridge and messaging gateway that synchronizes messages, media, and user identities across disparate communication platforms in real time. It functions as a protocol-agnostic message bus, translating various chat protocols into a common internal format to enable seamless communication between different services. The system distinguishes itself through a multi-platform media proxy that downloads and re-uploads files and attachments to ensure cross-protocol accessibility. It also utilizes a webhook identity proxy to replicate original sender usernames and a
Audiobookshelf is a self-hosted media server designed for the organization and streaming of personal audiobook and podcast collections. It functions as a digital library manager that provides centralized hosting, allowing users to stream audio content to various web and mobile clients while maintaining synchronized playback progress across all devices. The platform distinguishes itself through comprehensive library management and multi-user administration tools. It includes integrated metadata enrichment to automatically fetch cover art and descriptive information, alongside utilities for edi
