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quickserve

Simple HTTP server in Python for quickly sharing files

Network linuxmacos Python

Description

quickserve is a very simple HTTP server written in Python for quickly sharing files on an ad-hoc basis. Aside from opening a port in your firewall if you have one, it requires no setup and should work with no hassle.

AI Summary

Minimal HTTP server for quickly sharing files over a local network

Capabilities

  • + Serve files from the current directory over HTTP
  • + Quick ad-hoc file sharing with no configuration

Use When

  • You need to quickly share files on a local network
  • You want a zero-configuration HTTP file server

Avoid When

  • x You need a production-ready web server
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