Backchat

Basically a simple server to embed comments on other websites. Like, say, Trac. You can think of it a bit like Hoodwink'd, except these comments can be private, and therefore contain sensitive information.

Usage

You'll need a few gems first:

$ gem install merb-core bluecloth markaby activerecord

Run the server:

$ cd backchat $ merb -I backchat.rb

Then embed the javascript in a page or template:

Where is something unique, like a trac changeset number.

TODO

• A better way of embedding the HTML than document.write might be nice - the way I'm doing it right now is incredibly flaky
• Determine the reference automatically from the URL
• Some kind of bookmarklet