Whiteboardeja

Whiteboardeja is a term used in discussions about digital whiteboarding to describe an envisioned standard and ecosystem for real-time collaborative canvases. While not tied to a specific product, it is used to talk about interoperability among different whiteboard tools, widgets, and educational platforms.

The concept emphasizes a device-agnostic, synchronized canvas where participants can draw, type, add images, and arrange widgets such as sticky notes or equations. A whiteboardeja model would define an operation set for actions like draw, erase, move, annotate, and layer management, along with conflict resolution rules and a consistent time model.

Data encoding would favor a modular approach, with vector graphics for drawings, structured metadata in JSON or similar formats, and a plugin system to support third-party widgets and integrations with learning management systems, video conferencing, and file storage.

Possible use cases include classrooms conducting remote or hybrid sessions, distributed teams brainstorming, product design workshops, and online tutoring. Real-time collaboration, history tracking, access controls, and export options would be typical features under a whiteboardeja approach.

Status and reception: whiteboardeja is not an officially adopted standard and has not been codified by any standards body. It appears mainly in speculative discourse and as a reference point for designing interoperable whiteboard experiences. Related concepts include open collaboration protocols, standard data models for vector drawings, and general real-time editing frameworks.