Notable

Notable is a fast, minimalist, and open-source note-taking application that uses Markdown for editing and plain text files for storage. Designed especially for developers, technical writers, and privacy-conscious users, Notable lets you manage notes in a folder-based system without relying on proprietary formats or databases.It serves as a lightweight alternative to tools like Obsidian, Logseq, Joplin, and Notion focusing on clean design, keyboard-first interaction, and Git-friendly data portability. With tagging, syntax highlighting, and support for code snippets, it’s ideal for managing documentation, meeting notes, and personal knowledge bases.

Key Features Include:

Markdown-Based: Write and store notes using plain Markdown (.md) files. Folder-Backed Storage: All notes live in your filesystem—easy to sync or version control. Tagging & Organization: Tag notes and group them contextually. Syntax Highlighting: Great for technical documentation and code-based notes. Cross-Platform: Available on macOS, Windows, and Linux.

Use Cases Include:

Technical Note-Taking: Document code, snippets, or project steps. Personal Knowledge Management: Create and link long-form notes or research topics. Meeting Notes: Track decisions and action items in Markdown format. Offline Journal or Log: Keep a daily or weekly log with full local control. Docs-as-Code: Manage internal documentation alongside source code in Git.