Productivity
Tabula is a free self-hosted lightweight tool that enables you to read and extract table data from PDF files easily. Because it is written using Java, It works for Windows, Linux and macOS. How to use Tabula? 1. Upload a PDF file containing a data table. 2. Browse to the
ocr
As an active user, I would like to think of it like having a super-smart assistant who can look at any text – even in pictures or scanned documents – and read it out loud to you. It's pretty magical when you think about it! The OCR part (that'
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
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
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
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,
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
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
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
Games
The Golden Age of Gaming at Your Fingertips: 22 Free PlayStation Emulators Guide
Gaming
DuckStation is a PS1 Emulator aiming for the best accuracy and game support.
Open-source
Let me share something amazing that completely changed how I learned Linux! As someone who was once terrified of breaking their computer while learning Linux commands (yes, I've had my fair share of "oops" moments 😅), discovering browser-based Linux was like finding a secret cheat code! You
Productivity
You know that feeling when you wonder where all your time went today? Trust me, I've been there! As someone who juggles writing and coding, I've discovered that time tracking tools are absolute game-changers. They're like having a friendly personal assistant who helps you
Productivity
Inkdown is The Right Editor Choice for Bloggers who Likes Markdown and Static Site Generators
Productivity
ididit - a Personalized Habit Tracker for Creative people and ADHDs
CCTV
Bluecherry is a powerful CCTV, NVR, and DVR application designed specifically for Linux systems. It supports a wide range of IP cameras with ONVIF compatibility and runs with minimal memory and low CPU usage. Thanks to its optimized performance, Bluecherry is perfect for servers with limited resources, making it an
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
The JeVois Smart Machine Vision Camera. Think of it as a tiny but mighty AI-powered eye that can see and understand the world just like we do! 🎥 This little wonder is about the size of your thumb, but don't let its size fool you - it's
RaspberryPi
Hey! So, I've got this interesting story to share. A couple of my buddies came to me with a pretty cool idea. They were looking for a way to get their teenagers off their phones and into something more... well, let's say productive. And boy, did
CCTV
Moonfire NVR, originally developed by Scott Lamb, is an open-source network video recorder designed to capture H.264-over-RTSP streams from IP cameras efficiently. It saves video frames to disk while storing metadata in a SQLite3 database, keeping CPU usage low by skipping video decoding or re-encoding. A Raspberry Pi 2
privacy
As I came from a vast valley (Egypt) where everything is clear, especially the weather. Sometimes, there is some mist in the morning, but it never lasts. It takes about a minute of looking at the sky to predict the weather for most of the day. That’s not the
Self-hosted
Kopia is a secure, free open-source backup and restore tool that lets users create encrypted snapshots of selected files and directories. It supports local, network, and cloud storage, providing both command-line (CLI) and graphical interfaces (GUI). With features like compression, deduplication, and zero-knowledge encryption, Kopia ensures efficient and private backups