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IMAP for inbox reading, SMTP for sending. Can use cPanel mailboxes later.
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Matrix
Optional self-hosted real-time chat layer on Windows/Linux infrastructure.
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Sage
AI learning assistant can summarize a thread and prepare questions for a Rabbi.
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Rabbi Desk
Private consultation workflow with context supplied only when the learner agrees.
RECOMMENDED ARCHITECTURE
Neutral JLS message model in the middle.
Website/App → JLS message API → adapters: Email (IMAP/SMTP), Matrix, later WhatsApp/Telegram if permitted. PostgreSQL stores conversation metadata, permissions and learning references.
Home server: Linux is easiest for a permanent Matrix/PostgreSQL stack, but a Windows server can host Docker/WSL-based services for testing.
No passwords should be stored in front-end code. Secrets belong on the server.
Community moderation: the product should block harassment, sexual content inappropriate for the intended community, impersonation of rabbis, spam and dangerous advice. Sensitive questions can go privately to Sage/Rabbi consultation instead of a public room.