inkeep/open-knowledge
Beautiful, AI-native markdown IDE and LLM wiki
What it solves
OpenKnowledge provides a private, local, and free way to manage knowledge bases, LLM wikis, and engineering specs. It bridges the gap between a rich, visual editing experience (like Notion) and a developer-centric file system (like VS Code), while integrating AI agents directly into the writing process.
How it works
It functions as a WYSIWYG markdown editor that opens local folders containing markdown or mdx files. It integrates with AI harnesses such as Claude and Codex via MCP (Model Context Protocol) and CLI, allowing agents to perform enriched search and authoring within the documents. For collaboration and backup, it uses git and GitHub under the hood for auto-sync and team sharing.
Who it’s for
It is designed for users building "second brains," LLM wikis, or technical documentation who want a visual editor that remains compatible with local markdown files and AI agent workflows.
Highlights
- WYSIWYG Editing: A Google Doc-like experience for editing markdown files.
- AI Integration: Side-by-side editing with Claude, Codex, and other agents via MCP/CLI.
- Agentic Capabilities: Built-in support for skills and agentic search to help LLMs navigate knowledge graphs.
- Local-First: Works with existing folders, Obsidian vaults, and codebases.
- Developer Tooling: Includes a macOS app, a web UI, and a CLI for installation and project scaffolding.