Local-first markdown notes app with bidirectional linking.
Why we recommend it
Notes are plain files on your own disk, so research you accumulate over years is never hostage to a subscription.
Strengths
- Local-first — you own the files
- Free for personal use
- Huge plugin ecosystem
Drawbacks
- Sync across devices costs extra
- Setup can become a hobby
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