SilverBullet
Extensible, markdown-first personal wiki in your browser
SilverBullet is a markdown-first personal knowledge base (PKM) and wiki that runs in your browser with a server-backed file store. It focuses on fast note navigation (links, backlinks, search) and on extensibility: you can automate workflows and customize behavior using scripts and plug-ins.
Key Features
- Markdown-based pages stored as plain files, editable in a web UI
- Wiki-style linking with backlinks for knowledge graph-style navigation
- Full-text search across pages
- Extensible architecture: plug-ins and user scripts to add commands, panels, and behaviors
- Built-in command palette for quick navigation and actions
- Templates/snippets and metadata via frontmatter for structured notes
- Multi-device access via the web interface (single server, many clients)
Use Cases
- Personal wiki for meeting notes, project journals, and daily logs
- Team “lightweight wiki” for documentation where plain markdown files are preferred
- Power-user note system with custom commands (e.g., automations, page generators)
Limitations and Considerations
- Extension power comes with a learning curve (scripting/plug-ins) for advanced customization
- Best suited to wiki/PKM workflows; not a full project management suite
SilverBullet is a good fit if you want a browser-based markdown wiki that stays file-oriented while still being highly customizable. Its link-centric navigation and programmable extension model make it especially useful for users who want to tailor their note-taking system to their own workflows.
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