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jsdrop vs CodeSandbox

CodeSandbox gives you full development environments, from browser sandboxes to cloud machines with Git. jsdrop is for the small end: one Node.js program, running in your browser, with a public URL while it runs.

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What both do well

  • Code in the browser with npm packages.
  • Real-time collaboration.
  • Shareable links and forking.

Where jsdrop stands out

  • Start typing immediately: opening jsdrop.com drops you into a new drop, with no sign-up or setup.
  • Two files and nothing else: index.ts for the program and package.json for its dependencies. Imports you forget to list are added on Run.
  • When your program calls listen(), it gets a public tunnel URL that anyone can open while your tab runs it.
  • Live collaboration is free: share the editor link and edit together with live cursors, even as a guest.
  • Permanent versions: every save creates an immutable snapshot you can link to, restore, or fork.
  • Pro deploys up to three drops to run around the clock in a sandboxed container, redeployed on every saved version, with logs.

Where CodeSandbox is a great fit

  • Full projects with many files, build tools, and dev servers.
  • Cloud virtual machines for heavier workloads.
  • Git and GitHub integration for real repositories.

Which should you use?

Choose CodeSandbox for multi-file projects and repository work. Choose jsdrop for a quick API, webhook, or bot you want to share or keep running in minutes.

Questions

Can I use npm packages on jsdrop?

Yes. List them in package.json, or just import them: Run adds missing imports at their latest version and installs them in your browser.

Can other people call my API?

Yes. While your tab runs the server, its public tunnel URL works for anyone. Deploy it with Pro to keep it online around the clock.

Can several people edit at once?

Yes. Everyone with the editor link edits the same drop live, for free.

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