Building a community-owned, decentralized, and resilient wireless network for Colorado.

Colorado Mesh is a community-driven initiative dedicated to building a free and open wireless mesh network across Colorado. We believe in providing a resilient, decentralized alternative to traditional internet service providers, ensuring that our communities have access to a reliable communication network that is owned and operated by the people who use it, especially during emergencies.

This repository serves as the central hub for our software development, documentation, and hardware configurations. Whether you're a seasoned developer, a networking enthusiast, or just curious about what we're building, you've come to the right place.

• Community-Owned: The network is built and maintained by volunteers, with all resources and infrastructure belonging to the community.
• Resilient & Redundant: By its very nature, a mesh network is designed to be self-healing. If a single node goes down, data automatically reroutes through other available nodes, ensuring continuous connectivity.
• Decentralized: There is no central point of control. Every node on the network contributes to its strength and resilience.
• Open Source: All our software, network configuration, and hardware designs are open source, allowing anyone to inspect, improve, and use them.

Interested in joining the network or setting up your own node? Follow these steps to get started:

1. Visit our Website: The most up-to-date information on how to join the network and get your equipment can be found on our official website: https://coloradomesh.org/.
2. Explore the Code: If you're a developer, you can start by exploring the source code in this repository.
3. Join the Community: We have a vibrant community of builders and enthusiasts. Check the website to find our communication channels and join the conversation.

We welcome contributions of all kinds! This is a community effort, and every bit of help makes a difference.

• Code: Report bugs, fix issues, or add new features. Check the issues tab for a list of current tasks.
• Documentation: Help us write guides, tutorials, and improve the clarity of our project.
• Network Operations: Help with physical hardware installation and network maintenance.
• Education: Lead workshops and help teach others about the network.

Thank you for being part of the Colorado Mesh community!