Productivity
AnyTXT Searcher is a lightning-fast, desktop full-text search engine designed to help you find any content on your computer, instantly—just like a local Google for your files! As the app comes with an advanced document parsing engine and high-speed indexing, it supports a wide range of file types, including
database
Ever wanted to peek under the hood of a database? That's exactly what students at Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) are doing with BusTub, a hands-on database project that's caught fire beyond the classroom. What's BusTub? It's a stripped-down database system where students
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Many privacy-conscious users are always looking to minimize risks that could compromise their privacy. This often includes using alternative search engines and seeking free, offline-first alternatives to ChatGPT. Running local alternatives is often a good solution since your data remains on your device, and your searches and questions aren'
Ever wanted to change something in a PDF? That's exactly what PDF editors are for! These handy tools let you edit text, combine files, add notes, and even turn PDFs into other file types like Word documents. Why Need a PDF editor? * Fix typos and update text without
database
DbGate is free and open-source fast and easy to use database manager. It works seamlessly with MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQL Server, and several other database engines. DbGate is getting regular update and it is an ideal solution for database admins, web developers, devOps, and of course data engineers. 14 Open-source Web-based
Open-source
Osquery is a free open-source tool for endpoint monitoring and system instrumentation, initially developed by Facebook and now maintained by the open-source community. It is totally compatible with Linux, macOS, and Windows, Osquery represents OS data—like hardware configuration, file integrity, processes, and network connections—as SQL tables. Osquery users
database
HSQLDB stands as a testament to Java's versatility in database management - a pure Java RDBMS that emerged from the innovative Hypersonic SQL initiative back in 2001. What makes HSQLDB particularly interesting is its chameleon-like ability to operate in multiple modes: it can run as a full server,
database
gobang is a free and open-source app that allow developers to manage databases easily from the command-line with a TUI interface. Features * Cross-platform support (macOS, Windows, Linux) * Lighting Fast Speed * Multiple Database support (MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQLite) * Intuitive keyboard only control * Simple configuration Although, it is a polished project, it does
News
As someone who's been dancing between browsers for over a decade (yes, I'm that person with Arch Linux, Firefox, Opera, Vivaldi, AND Chrome all running simultaneously), I wanted to share my thoughts on Chrome's latest features. While I'm usually the first to
Linux
Having spent over two decades in the Linux ecosystem, I've witnessed countless changes that have shaped our community. Few topics have sparked as much passionate discussion as systemd. As someone who's experienced both the pre-systemd era and its current dominance, I'd like to share
batch images
Converseen. is a free and open-source multiplatform app that enables you to batch edit, convert and resize images with simple and few clicks. Moreover, Converseen can convert an entire PDF document into a set of images with your preferred characteristics. You can choose from over 100+ formats, set the size,
Education
LibreLingo is a comprehensive, free platform for language learners, supported by a global community of language enthusiasts. LibreLingo offers an official web app, which is very lightweight and written in Javascript using Svelte framework and pouchDB by the way, to try out LibreLingo courses interactively right in your browser, no
Windows
After spending several weeks experimenting with ReactOS on my old hardware, I've discovered both the potential and limitations of this fascinating Windows-like operating system. As someone who's installed and tested it multiple times, I want to share my hands-on experience with this unique open-source project. During
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
AI Story Generator 📚✨ is a powerful app that uses large language models (LLMs) such as Ollama to craft full-length novels and immersive long-form stories from user prompts. It is a game-changer for writers, aspiring novelists, and content creators looking to transform their ideas into complete stories without the hassle of
gamedev
Indie Games At The Next Level, Hidden Gems from The Next Generation Indie Game Developers
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Are you tired of the hassle that comes with running AI applications? Bouncing between complicated command lines, dealing with cloud dependencies, and worrying about your data privacy? Well, my friend, let me introduce you to your new best friend - Pinokio! Pinokio is like a super-powered local assistant that puts
streaming
Let's talk about Stremio, a fantastic media center that might just become your new favorite streaming companion. What's Stremio, Anyway? Imagine having all your favorite shows, movies, live TV, and even YouTube videos in one place. That's Stremio! It's a free media
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
OCR Evolution: Adding Language Models to Text Recognition
Productivity
Crafting compelling fiction requires specialized tools beyond basic text editors. Whether you're drafting a novel, screenplay, or short story, you need features to organize complex plots, develop rich characters, and track timelines. This list highlights 21 powerful free apps to support writers at every stage - from initial
editor
Trelby is a powerful yet free screenwriting software built for simplicity and ease of use. Designed to streamline the screenwriting experience, it features a clean, intuitive layout that makes writing scripts effortless and enjoyable. Trelby’s flexibility shines through its highly customizable options, allowing writers to tailor the workspace to
Open-source
Beat is a free and open-source simple and elegant screenwriting app for macOS, using the plain-text Fountain screenplay format. It's fast, lightweight and, above all, has a distraction-free, minimalistic UI. Features * Minimalistic UI with as little distractions as possible * Smart, automatic screenplay formatting * Multiple story structure views with
Windows
Storylines is a modern, open-source text editor for writing stories with a chapter-based structure, designed to make the creative process easy and organized. It caters to writers who want flexibility, whether drafting a simple outline or developing extensive multi-chapter stories with dialogue. Storylines offers an accessible interface with tools for
Open-source
Ah, the good old days of DOS - those command-line driven operating systems that ruled the personal computing landscape in the late 80s and early 90s. As someone who was there from the start, I have so many fond memories of working with these seemingly simple yet powerful systems. My
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
As both a medical doctor, developer and an open-source enthusiast, I've witnessed firsthand how Large Language Models (LLMs) are revolutionizing not just healthcare, but the entire landscape of software development. My journey into running LLMs locally began with a simple desire: maintaining patient privacy while leveraging AI'