Open Source Note-Taking Tools using pnpm
A curated collection of the best open source apps for capturing and organizing notes, from plain-text and markdown editors to linked notebooks that sync across devices. using pnpm.
Self-hosted timeline for quick notes, logs, and snippets
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64,041Last commit
9 hours agoLicense
MIT
Memos is a self-hosted, open-source note-taking app built around a private timeline. Write in Markdown, skip the folder setup, and keep your data on your own server.
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Privacy-first knowledge management with block-level linking
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46,915Last commit
3 hours agoLicense
AGPL-3.0
Personal knowledge management system with WYSIWYG block editing, bidirectional links, spaced repetition flashcards, a relational database, and end-to-end encrypted sync.
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Local-first, Git-native personal knowledge base with AI
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20,238Last commit
1 hour agoLicense
AGPL-3.0
A free, open source note-taking app built on plain Markdown files, Git version control, and direct AI model integration. No account required.
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Private meeting notes, no bots, files you own
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9,576Last commit
11 hours agoLicense
MIT
Records system audio without joining your call, then turns rough notes into editable summaries. Audio, transcripts, and notes stay as local files.
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Sent – Messaging Infrastructure for Developers. One API for SMS, WhatsApp, and RCS across 190+ countries.
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