Iotunn

Iotunn is a tool designed to simplify the management of secure network access, particularly for remote development and testing environments. It allows users to expose local services running on their machine to the public internet in a secure and controlled manner. This is often achieved through the creation of encrypted tunnels.

The primary use case for iotunn is to enable developers to test web applications or services that require a public URL, without needing to deploy them to a live server. This can be useful for demonstrating work-in-progress, testing webhook integrations, or allowing collaborators to access a local development server.

Iotunn typically works by establishing a secure connection between the local machine and a remote server. This connection is then used to forward traffic from the public internet to the specified local service. The tool often emphasizes security, employing encryption protocols to protect the data transmitted through the tunnel. Configuration is usually straightforward, allowing users to define which local ports should be exposed and how they should be accessed remotely. It aims to provide a convenient and secure alternative to more complex network configuration setups.