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Open Source Projects using Electron

A curated collection of the 75 best open source software using Electron. Find the most popular and trending open source projects to learn from, contribute to, or use in your own projects.

A clean, cross-platform SQL editor for multiple databases
  • Stars

    23,848
  • Last commit

    15 hours ago
  • License

    Unknown
SQL GUI client for MySQL, Postgres, SQLite, SQL Server, and more, with a spreadsheet-like data editor, AI shell, SSH tunneling, and team workspaces.

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Private AI chat with zero-access encryption
  • Stars

    5,677
  • Last commit

    13 hours ago
  • License

    GPL-3.0
AI chat assistant from Proton that stores conversations with zero-access encryption, never logs chats, and never uses your data to train models.

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Desktop AI agent with persistent memory across platforms
  • Stars

    Stars growing over the last 30 days260,680
  • Last commit

    5 hours ago
  • License

    MIT
Cross-platform desktop agent from Nous Research that connects to Telegram, Discord, Slack, WhatsApp, and more, with persistent memory, scheduling, and isolated sandboxing.

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Run multiple AI coding agents in parallel, side by side
  • Stars

    Stars growing quickly over the last 30 days115,876
  • Last commit

    5 hours ago
  • License

    MIT
Agent Development Environment that runs Claude Code, Codex, Gemini, and other CLI agents in parallel across isolated git worktrees, with terminals, browser, diff review, and git tools built in.

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Manage, build, and run AI agent teams around the clock
  • Stars

    83,962
  • Last commit

    5 hours ago
  • License

    Unknown
A collaborative platform to create, schedule, and operate AI agents that handle long-running tasks, team workflows, and automated jobs without constant oversight.

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Docs, whiteboards, and databases in one privacy-first workspace
  • Stars

    74,231
  • Last commit

    22 hours ago
  • License

    MIT
An open-source, local-first knowledge base that merges structured docs, infinite whiteboards, databases, and AI into a single workspace for teams and creators.

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Project management for teams mixing humans and AI agents
  • Stars

    Stars growing over the last 30 days54,964
  • Last commit

    5 hours ago
  • License

    Unknown
Open-source platform that manages coding agents as team members, with task queues, skill libraries, runtime monitoring, and a unified activity feed.

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AI-powered coding made simple and efficient
  • Stars

    Stars growing quickly over the last 30 days47,064
  • Last commit

    5 hours ago
  • License

    MIT
Advanced AI coding assistant that enhances development workflow with intelligent code suggestions, automated debugging, and seamless integration.

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General-purpose AI agent for code, workflows, and more
  • Stars

    56,238
  • Last commit

    16 hours ago
  • License

    Apache-2.0
Local AI agent with a desktop app, CLI, and API that connects to 15+ LLM providers and 70+ extensions for code, research, automation, and data tasks.

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Multi-model AI desktop client with local-first privacy
  • Stars

    53,267
  • Last commit

    5 hours ago
  • License

    AGPL-3.0
Desktop AI client for Windows, macOS, and Linux that connects 300+ models from 50+ providers, with local storage, a built-in knowledge base, and autonomous agent mode.

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Encrypted note-taking that syncs across all your devices
  • Stars

    57,042
  • Last commit

    6 hours ago
  • License

    Unknown
Cross-platform note-taking app with end-to-end encryption, Markdown support, web clipping, and sync via Dropbox, OneDrive, or Joplin Cloud.

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Lightweight, fast, and open-source API client for developers
  • Stars

    48,182
  • Last commit

    5 hours ago
  • License

    MIT
A modern, user-friendly API client that simplifies API testing and development with a clean interface and powerful features.

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Jan

AI
Run AI models locally or connect to cloud, privately
  • Stars

    45,476
  • Last commit

    5 hours ago
  • License

    Apache-2.0
Jan runs open-source AI models on your own hardware or connects to cloud providers like OpenAI, Anthropic, and Google, keeping your conversations off third-party servers.

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Privacy-first knowledge management with block-level linking
  • Stars

    47,089
  • Last commit

    5 hours ago
  • License

    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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Privacy-first knowledge base that connects your notes
  • Stars

    45,481
  • Last commit

    6 hours ago
  • License

    AGPL-3.0
Local-first, open-source knowledge management tool with bidirectional linking, outlines, flashcards, PDF annotations, and whiteboards for building a connected second brain.

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Cut and trim video without re-encoding or quality loss
  • Stars

    Stars growing over the last 30 days45,719
  • Last commit

    2 days ago
  • License

    GPL-2.0
Desktop app for lossless video and audio editing. Cut, trim, merge, and remux files in seconds without re-encoding, using FFmpeg under the hood.

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Open source AI coding agent for the terminal and IDE
  • Stars

    29,016
  • Last commit

    5 hours ago
  • License

    Apache-2.0
Terminal-based AI coding agent that reads your codebase, edits files and runs commands, with support for Qwen, OpenAI, Anthropic, Gemini and local models.

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AI second brain for research, automation, and personal agents
  • Stars

    37,998
  • Last commit

    3 months ago
  • License

    AGPL-3.0
Self-hostable AI assistant that connects to your docs and the web, lets you build agents, schedule automations, and run research with verifiable citations.

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Powerful API development and testing made effortless
  • Stars

    40,127
  • Last commit

    6 hours ago
  • License

    Apache-2.0
Intuitive API client for REST, GraphQL, and gRPC. Debug, test, and collaborate on APIs with ease across platforms.

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Local-first envelope budgeting with full data ownership
  • Stars

    29,986
  • Last commit

    5 hours ago
  • License

    MIT
Privacy-focused personal finance app using envelope budgeting, multi-device sync, optional end-to-end encryption, and bank sync for US, EU, and UK users.

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Transform natural language into SQL queries with AI
  • Stars

    28,355
  • Last commit

    3 days ago
  • License

    Apache-2.0
AI-powered SQL client that converts natural language to SQL queries. Supports MySQL, Redis, MongoDB with Text2SQL, BI dashboards, and secure database management.

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Secure, private photo storage and sharing solution
  • Stars

    29,902
  • Last commit

    6 hours ago
  • License

    AGPL-3.0
End-to-end encrypted cloud storage for photos and videos, offering privacy, security, and seamless cross-device syncing.

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Run coding agents from your phone, desktop, or terminal
  • Stars

    Stars growing quickly over the last 30 days23,128
  • Last commit

    5 hours ago
  • License

    Apache-2.0
Self-hosted orchestrator for coding agents like Claude Code, Codex, and Cursor, controlled from phone, desktop, web, or CLI.

Open Source Alternative to:

Build unlimited AI apps locally with zero vendor lock-in
  • Stars

    22,187
  • Last commit

    7 hours ago
  • License

    Apache-2.0
Create full-stack AI applications using any model or tool. Run entirely on your machine with complete privacy, flexibility, and control over your code.

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All-in-one workspace for project, chat, and docs
  • Stars

    28,048
  • Last commit

    9 hours ago
  • License

    EPL-2.0
Combines project management, team chat, virtual office, and collaborative docs into a single platform. A self-hostable alternative to Linear, Jira, Slack, and Notion.

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Create 2D and 3D games without coding, powered by AI assistance
  • Stars

    Stars growing over the last 30 days28,451
  • Last commit

    21 hours ago
  • License

    Unknown
Free, open-source game engine with visual event system, AI tutor, and one-click publishing to Steam, iOS, Android, and web platforms.

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Cross-platform terminal with AI built in
  • Stars

    22,658
  • Last commit

    2 days ago
  • License

    Apache-2.0
Enhance your terminal with AI, file previews, and web browsing. Available on MacOS, Linux, and Windows.

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Task manager with time tracking, focus mode, and deep work tools
  • Stars

    Stars growing over the last 30 days23,419
  • Last commit

    7 hours ago
  • License

    MIT
Privacy-first task manager combining task lists, Kanban, Pomodoro timers, time tracking, and integrations with GitHub, GitLab, and Jira. No account required, works offline.

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Desktop multi-agent workforce for automating real tasks
  • Stars

    15,745
  • Last commit

    13 hours ago
  • License

    Apache-2.0
Self-hostable desktop app that runs a coordinated team of AI agents to browse the web, manage files, execute terminal commands, and complete complex workflows.

Open Source Alternative to:

Run dozens of AI coding agents in parallel on your machine
  • Stars

    Stars growing over the last 30 days15,945
  • Last commit

    6 hours ago
  • License

    MIT
Desktop app for macOS and Linux that orchestrates multiple AI coding agents simultaneously, each in its own isolated Git worktree, so you can work on many tasks at once.

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A team of AI agents in a chat app, on your own machine
  • Stars

    Stars growing quickly over the last 30 days12,322
  • Last commit

    6 hours ago
  • License

    Apache-2.0
Run a team of AI agents locally on your own API keys and subscriptions, with scheduled tasks, computer use, and Gmail, GitHub and Slack integrations.

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Ad-free music player that streams from multiple sources
  • Stars

    18,876
  • Last commit

    18 hours ago
  • License

    AGPL-3.0
Open-source desktop music player for Windows, macOS, and Linux. Search artists and tracks across multiple sources, build playlists, and listen without ads or tracking.

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Open-source API documentation and testing platform
  • Stars

    16,376
  • Last commit

    10 hours ago
  • License

    MIT
Scalar is an open-source tool for building, customizing, and hosting interactive API documentation with OpenAPI support.

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Common layer for composing and governing AI agents
  • Stars

    Stars growing over the last 30 days11,225
  • Last commit

    5 hours ago
  • License

    Apache-2.0
Meta-harness that sits above Claude Code, Codex, and other AI agents to add policy enforcement, sandboxing, and real-time collaborative sessions.

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Native desktop email with tracking, templates, and dark mode
  • Stars

    17,996
  • Last commit

    13 hours ago
  • License

    GPL-3.0
Desktop email client for Mac, Windows, and Linux with unified inbox, read receipts, link tracking, send later, grammar checking, and contact enrichment.

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Zero-knowledge encrypted notes that sync across all devices
  • Stars

    14,887
  • Last commit

    6 hours ago
  • License

    GPL-3.0
End-to-end encrypted note-taking app with zero-knowledge architecture, cross-device sync, web clipper, and a self-hostable sync server.

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Voice-to-text that works offline, privately, on any app
  • Stars

    Stars growing quickly over the last 30 days10,753
  • Last commit

    5 hours ago
  • License

    MIT
Dictation app powered by OpenAI Whisper and NVIDIA Parakeet. Runs locally on macOS, Windows, and Linux with zero data retention and 100+ language support.

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Open source messaging with privacy and community focus
  • Stars

    10,776
  • Last commit

    9 hours ago
  • License

    AGPL-3.0
Free, open-source instant messaging and VoIP platform with full Markdown support, voice/video calls, moderation tools, and self-hosting options for communities.

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Effortless screen recording for macOS
  • Stars

    19,417
  • Last commit

    2 years ago
  • License

    MIT
Capture, edit, and share your screen with ease. Create stunning GIFs and videos for tutorials, demos, and bug reports.

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Self-hosted AI agents that do real work on your machine
  • Stars

    Stars growing quickly over the last 30 days7,076
  • Last commit

    6 hours ago
  • License

    Apache-2.0
Run persistent AI bots that sign into your tools, complete tasks autonomously, and ask for approval when needed. Your keys, your model, your infrastructure.

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Private workspace for notes, tasks, and databases
  • Stars

    9,049
  • Last commit

    2 days ago
  • License

    Unknown
A local-first, encrypted workspace for notes, tasks, databases, and chats. Your data stays on your device, syncs peer-to-peer, and never passes through a central server.

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Comprehensive open-source business management platform
  • Stars

    Stars growing over the last 30 days8,695
  • Last commit

    1 day ago
  • License

    AGPL-3.0
All-in-one solution for ERP, CRM, HRM, ATS, and project management to streamline your business operations

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