SilverBullet

SilverBullet is an open-source, self-hosted application that functions as a programmable personal knowledge database. It provides a browser-based environment for managing notes and data using Markdown files organized into a Space. Users interact with the software through a web interface to create, link, and query their information, treating their collection of notes as a structured system rather than a simple list of documents.

The application is deployed as a server that serves a TypeScript-based client to the browser. It combines a live-preview editor with wiki-style bidirectional linking and a built-in query language. This allows users to treat their notes as a database while maintaining the simplicity of plain text files. The system supports various workflows, from simple writing and outlining to complex data management and task tracking.

Key features

• Live-preview Markdown editor
• Bidirectional wiki-style page linking
• Built-in database and SLIQ query language
• Space Lua scripting for dynamic content generation
• Custom command, page template, and widget creation
• Integrated task management and outlining tools
• Page Picker for rapid navigation

The software architecture consists of a Rust backend and a Preact frontend built on the CodeMirror 6 editor component. The server handles the HTTP API, authentication, and a headless-Chrome runtime to execute server-side Lua scripts. This design enables users to extend the application's functionality through a specific Lua dialect, allowing for the creation of custom widgets and automated page templates. The backend is distributed as a standalone binary or can be run via a Docker container, ensuring that the user maintains full control over their data storage.

SilverBullet is positioned as a tool for writers, outliners, and developers who require a private, extensible system for managing structured personal data and knowledge.