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Dendron is an open-source, local-first, markdown-based note-taking tool built on top of VSCode. It combines the flexibility of Roam-like bidirectional links with a powerful hierarchical organization system.
Dendron helps developers and technical users manage knowledge bases with hierarchical note organization, powerful lookup commands, and schema validation. Features include hierarchies with flexible taxonomies, note references and transclusions, backlinks and graph visualization, publishing to static sites, vaults for organizing different projects, pod system for import/export, and rich markdown support. Built as a VSCode extension, it leverages the full power of the VSCode ecosystem while keeping your notes in plain markdown files under version control.
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Is Dendron free to use?
Yes, Dendron offers a free tier that you can use without payment. Completely free and open source
What platforms does Dendron support?
Dendron is available on macOS, Windows, Linux. Download the app for your preferred platform to get started.
Is Dendron open source?
Yes, Dendron is open source. You can view the source code and contribute on GitHub at https://github.com/dendronhq/dendron.
Does Dendron work offline?
Yes, Dendron supports offline mode. You can access and edit your notes without an internet connection, and changes will sync when you're back online.
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