Your knowledge base at a glance
Tuesday, July 21
Internal initiative to build a local-first knowledge graph studio that combines rich-text notes, semantic search, and graph visualization — with AI agents for synthesis.
A structured 39×39 matrix developed by Genrich Altshuller that maps an engineering contradiction (an improving parameter vs. a worsening parameter) to the most frequently used inventive principles from the analysis of strong patents.
A reflection on the "second brain" movement and how it relates to local-first knowledge tools.
Search that matches by meaning rather than keywords, typically using vector embeddings. Complements traditional full-text search.
The catalogue of recurring solution patterns extracted from patent analysis. Each principle (e.g. Segmentation, Asymmetry, Nesting) is a creative prompt that can be applied to break a contradiction.
A software design philosophy that prioritizes local ownership of data and offline-capable operation, while still allowing optional collaboration. Coined and articulated by Ink & Switch.
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