Offline-first code editor that syncs flawlessly post-ZESCO outages.
Zambian developers suffer constant power outages from ZESCO load shedding, forcing them to rely on expensive generators and delaying critical project timelines.
OfflineSync is a PWA code editor optimized for Zambian devs, storing all changes locally during blackouts. Auto-syncs to GitHub/Supabase on reconnect, with conflict resolution. Work uninterrupted, no generators needed.
Software developers working in Zambia
Built-in outage timer + battery saver mode for laptop longevity during sheds.
professional
Full Monaco editor works 100% offline.
Git-like merge on reconnect.
Countdown to expected power return.
Direct push/pull from editor.
Manage multiple repos offline/online.
Peer-to-peer sync via local network.
Offline npm/run commands via Service Worker.
Auto-merge conflicts.
| Column | Type | Nullable |
|---|---|---|
| id | uuid | No |
| text | No | |
| github_id | text | Yes |
Relationships:
| Column | Type | Nullable |
|---|---|---|
| id | uuid | No |
| user_id | uuid | No |
| repo_url | text | No |
| last_sync | timestamp | Yes |
| offline_changes | int | Yes |
Relationships:
| Column | Type | Nullable |
|---|---|---|
| id | uuid | No |
| project_id | uuid | No |
| timestamp | timestamp | No |
| status | text | No |
| conflicts_resolved | bool | Yes |
Relationships:
/api/projectsList user projects
/api/sync/:projectIdPush offline changes
/api/zesco-timerCurrent outage countdown
5MB storage
| Month | Users | Conversion | MRR | ARR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Month 1 | 80 | 2.5% | $60 | $720 |
| Month 6 | 600 | 5% | $900 | $10,800 |
OfflineSync keeps you productive during ZESCO blackouts with seamless GitHub reconnect.
Demo in Zambian dev Discords/Slack, offer lifetime Pro for video testimonials. Target 'power outage coding' Twitter searches.
Online collab
Requires internet
True offline + outage focus
Fast online
No offline mode
PWA offline first
Data on sync conflicts builds better merge AI.
Laptops cheaper, PWAs mature; outages at record highs.
Merge conflicts frustrate
Git-style UX + tutorials
Low PWA adoption
One-click install prompts
Success: 90% satisfaction
Success: Daily use during outage
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