Chronicle

Chronicle - Collaborative Content Creation Platform

Overview

Chronicle is a versatile collaborative platform that enables groups to:

• Create stories together (original mode)
• Debate positions and vote on arguments
• Co-author articles section by section
• Make team decisions through structured proposals

Key Features

• Multiple Modes: Switch between storytelling, debating, article writing, and decision-making
• Flexible Voting: Adaptable voting systems for each use case
• Real-time Collaboration: Instant updates across all devices
• User Profiles: Manage identity and view contributions
• Cross-platform: Works on iOS and Android

Getting Started

Prerequisites

• Flutter SDK: Install Flutter
• Firebase Project: Set up a Firebase project
• Dart: Install Dart

Installation

1. Clone the repository:

   git clone https://github.com/trillionclues/chronicle.git
   cd chronicle

2. Install dependencies:

   flutter pub get

3. Set up Firebase:

   • Add your google-services.json for Android in android/app.
   • Add your GoogleService-Info.plist for iOS in ios/Runner.

4. Environment Variables:

   • Create a .env file in the root directory and add your Firebase configuration:

   FIREBASE_API_KEY=your_api_key
   FIREBASE_APP_ID=your_app_id
   FIREBASE_MESSAGING_SENDER_ID=your_messaging_sender_id
   FIREBASE_PROJECT_ID=your_project_id
   FIREBASE_STORAGE_BUCKET=your_storage_bucket
   FIREBASE_IOS_BUNDLE_ID=your_ios_bundle_id

Running the App

• Android:

  flutter run -d emulator-<device_id>

• iOS:

  flutter run -d ios

Using Different Modes

1. Story Mode (Default)

• Create branching narratives with friends
• Vote on the best story directions
• Combine winning fragments into complete tales

2. Debate Mode

• Submit positions on any topic
• Vote for the most compelling arguments
• See ranked results of the discussion

3. Article Mode

• Collaboratively write long-form content
• Contribute sections or paragraphs
• Vote on the best versions of each part

4. Decision Mode

• Propose options for team decisions
• Structured voting process
• Clear audit trail of all suggestions

UI Customization

The app automatically adapts its interface based on the current mode:

• Button labels change to match context
• Submission forms adjust requirements
• Voting interfaces optimize for each use case

Roadmap

• Add custom voting systems
• Enable multimedia fragments
• Implement threaded discussions
• Export final content in multiple formats

License

This project is licensed under the MIT License - see the LICENSE file for details.

Acknowledgements

• Flutter
• Firebase

Contact

For any inquiries, please contact us at support@chronicle.com.