Memos Project Description

What is the project about?

Memos is an open-source, self-hosted note-taking application. It allows users to create and manage notes using plain text and Markdown.

What problem does it solve?

It provides a privacy-focused alternative to cloud-based note-taking services, giving users full control over their data. It also offers a simple, fast, and lightweight solution for note-taking.

What are the features of the project?

• Privacy First: Data is stored locally in the user's database.
• Create at Speed: Supports plain text for quick note-taking and Markdown for formatting.
• Lightweight but Powerful: Efficient architecture for high performance.
• Customizable: Allows customization of server settings and appearance.
• Open Source: Code is publicly available on GitHub.
• Free to Use: All features are available at no cost.

What are the technologies used in the project?

• Go
• React.js
• Docker (for deployment)
• Markdown (Gomark - a custom Markdown parser in Go, with a WebAssembly version)

What are the benefits of the project?

• Data Ownership: Users have complete control over their data.
• Simplicity: Easy to use with plain text and Markdown support.
• Performance: Lightweight and fast.
• Customization: Adaptable to user preferences.
• Transparency: Open-source nature promotes trust and collaboration.
• Cost-Effective: Free to use.

What are the use cases of the project?

• Personal note-taking and knowledge management.
• Creating and organizing to-do lists.
• Journaling.
• Storing snippets of information.
• Any situation where a self-hosted, privacy-respecting note-taking solution is desired.