cross-posted from: https://lemmy.ml/post/44815211
Two-way file sync, no remote agent needed
Today Synchi is finally public! It’s designed for syncing files between two locations (local or over SSH). It detects conflicts, and lets you decide what to do.
Why not rsync/Unison/Syncthing?
- rsync has no memory between runs and is one-way
- Unison needs to be installed on both sides
- Syncthing requires always-on daemons
Synchi runs on demand, works over SSH, and only transfers what actually changed.
I use it daily for syncing a shared folder between my machines and an android phone. Works great in combination with Tailscale/WireGuard so that you can sync files remotely.
This might be good on Steam Deck for multiple games that have carry-over data. Just mirror the save data folder of one proton directory into that of the follow-up game’s directory. I assume you can go back to the first game to unlock more stuff to carry over, and not have to manually copy-paste the save folder each time. Just run a sync.
I’m not too familiar with Steam Deck, but that sounds like it would work! As long as you can point Synchi at both save directories, it would keep them in sync and save you the manual copy-paste.