Implement Real-Time Sync via AlistAPI + Windows Cloud Drive Interface (Non-WebDAV Solution)

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Feature Request: Implement real-time sync client using ALIST API

Description

I'd like to request the development of a client application that provides real-time synchronization functionality similar to popular cloud storage clients (OneDrive, NextCloud, Baidu Netdisk, AliYunDrive), but using ALIST API as the backend.

Key features needed:

1. Real-time bidirectional sync between local directory and remote storage via ALIST API
2. Local sync directory mapping (not WebDAV mount)
3. Automatic conflict resolution
4. Selective sync capabilities
5. Status indicators for sync progress

Current Behavior

Currently, ALIST provides WebDAV access but lacks a dedicated sync client that can:

• Maintain a local synchronized folder
• Handle real-time updates in both directions
• Work efficiently with large numbers of files

Expected Behavior

A native client that:

1. Creates and maintains a local sync directory
2. Monitors local changes and pushes to ALIST server
3. Polls/pushes server changes to local directory
4. Provides system tray/notification area integration
5. Shows sync status and progress

Technical Considerations

• Should use ALIST API rather than WebDAV for better performance
• Need to handle rate limits and network interruptions
• Should support multiple ALIST server connections
• Cross-platform support (Windows/macOS/Linux) would be ideal

Additional Context

Reference implementations to study:

• NextCloud desktop client
• OneDrive sync engine
• Baidu/Aliyun desktop clients

Attached is a reference image showing the desired sync directory behavior: